Meet Our Team

Dr. Pairolero graduated with honors from the Michigan College of Optometry at Ferris State University after beginning his academic career at Gogebic Community College, where he studied and played basketball for two years.

In 2002, Dr. Pairolero became a partner at Eye Care Associates of Haslett, where he owned and practiced for more than 20 years, building a reputation for compassionate, high-quality eye care. He now brings that same dedication and experience to Eye Care Associates of Perry, the newest chapter in his professional journey.

Dr. Pairolero is an active member of both the Michigan Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association. In recognition of his service to the profession, he received the Michigan Optometric Association Key Person Award in 2010. He is certified in Low Vision Care and has served as Chair of the Michigan Low Vision Committee, as well as a member of the Michigan Secretary of State Medical Advisory Board.

Committed to education and mentorship, Dr. Pairolero has worked as a Clinical Adjunct Professor at Duane Waters Hospital in Jackson, Michigan, where he supervised fourth-year optometric interns. His passion for service extends globally through participation in optometric mission trips to Haiti, Kenya, Saint Lucia, and Guatemala.

Outside of the office, Dr. Pairolero enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. A proud Yooper, he is also an avid hunter and golfer.

Kyria Pairolero is the eldest daughter of Dr. Pairolero and a valued member of the Eye Care Associates team. She is dedicated to providing patients with friendly, kind, and attentive care. As an optometric technician, Kyria operates pre-testing equipment and assists patients with frame selection.

Outside of the office, she enjoys playing volleyball, writing, hunting, and fishing. Kyria is currently completing high school and plans to pursue a career in the medical field, with a focus on nursing.

Has rejoined Dr. Pairolero at EyeCare Associates, with a collective 19 years of optical experience. With her main focus in optical and the front desk, Tarra is an integral part of every aspect of the office.

Outside of the office, Tarra is married with two sons, two bonus daughters, and two grandkids, with one on the way. She loves spending time with her family, her dog, and her grand-dogs and grand-ferrets.

She had rejoined Dr. Pairolero's team at EyeCare Associates, previously working for him for 4 years for a total of over 10 years of experience in the field. With a main focus as an Optometric Technician, Andraya also assists in Optical and front desk when needed.

Outside the office, she enjoys spending time with her two kids, painting and drawing, and traveling whenever possible.