Dr. Mekel earned his Bachelor of Science in biology from Loyola College before receiving his Doctor of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, where he was recognized by the Pennsylvania Optometric Association for highest academic achievement. He also received awards from Bernell Optics and Bausch & Lomb for clinical excellence in binocular vision and contact lens care.
Before joining the practice, Dr. Mekel completed specialized training in pediatric vision care at the Eye Institute in Philadelphia and a comprehensive rotation in ocular disease management at the VA Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland.
