Doctors & Staff
Meet the experienced and friendly doctors and staff who make Snyder Eye Group the leading provider of vision care products and services in Ship Bottom and Tuckerton.
Robert Snyder, O.D.
Dr. Robert Snyder (Dr. Rob) is a second-generation Optometric Physician who combines decades of clinical experience with a modern patient-centered approach to eye care, With deep roots in the community and a passion for solving complex vision challenges, Dr. Rob is known for delivering thoughtful, personalized care to all his patients.
Dr. Snyder earned his undergraduate degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University before graduating from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 1979. After graduation, he joined his father Dr. Richard Snyder, and his wife Dr. Lauren Scharf-Snyder continuing a family legacy in eye care that spans more than 80 years. What began as Snyder Eye Group has evolved into Amico Eye Group , while maintaining the same commitment to clinical excellence , integrity and trust.
Dr. Snyder is a member of the New Society of Optometric Physicians and the American Optometric Association. His professional interests include contact lenses, ocular disease, and difficult or complex vision problems. He is certified in the treatment and management of ocular disease and stays current with the latest advancements in eye care.
Outside the office, Dr. Rob enjoys playing pickleball, bike riding and spending time with his two grandchildren Royce and Goldie.
Lauren Scharf-Snyder, O.D.
Dr. Scharf-Snyder is a graduate of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry and is certified in Vision of The School-aged Child by the Gesell Institute of Human Development. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and the College of Optometrists in Vision Development. She is board certified in the Treatment and Management of Ocular Diseases. She was on the Board of Directors of the N.J.O.A. for six years and was President of the NJ Academy of Optometry from 1996 to 1997.
Dr. Scharf-Snyder received the New Jersey Optometric Association’s Distinguished Service Award in 1994 and Communications Award in 1998 for designing optometric software. She is a child study tear consultant and focuses her practice on pediatric, developmental, and perceptual vision disorders.
Dr. Scharf-Snyder is an avid reader, theatre goer, and mother.
Freddie J. Davis, O.D.
Daniel Parrotta, O.D.
Dr. Daniel Parrotta was born and raised in Pequannock, New Jersey. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Stockton University. He received his doctorate degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry in Davie, Florida. He graduated from NSU College of Optometry with honor’s distinction.
His clinical training was focused on the Treatment and Management of Ocular Disease. He completed an extended clinical rotation in pediatrics and binocular vision disorders, specifically focusing on the developmental process and vision therapy training.
After graduation, Dr. Parrotta became a member of the American Optometric Association and the New Jersey Society of Optometric Physicians. Dr. Parrotta focus is on family care for all ages while providing the highest standard of care in optometry.
On his time off, Dr. Parrotta enjoys all outdoor activities including surfing, fishing, triathlons, and traveling.