Our Doctors at Arbor Place Eye Care

Dr. A. Kourtney Nicholson

As the owner of Arbor Place Eye Care in Douglasville, East Point,  and Woodstock, Dr. Nicholson is excited to address your vision care needs with a warm, friendly demeanor. 

Dr. Nicholson, a Mississippi native, graduated cum laude from Mississippi State University with a degree in Pre-Medical Psychology. She then graduated with honors from Illinois College of Optometry and completed a competitive residency in Ocular Disease at the Boston VA Healthcare System.  

Her special interests include medical optometry, geriatric eye care, eye trauma and emergencies, contact lenses, and speciality contact lenses. Dr. Nicholson is passionate about your eye health and eager to meet your vision care needs!

In her leisure time, Dr. Nicholson enjoys traveling extensively. She has traveled to approximately 60 countries and 6 continents. She also enjoys hip-hop dancing, hiking, reading, and learning foreign languages such as Thai and Spanish.

Dr. India Donofrio


Dr. India Donofrio graduated summa cum laude from Salus University in just three years. During her optometric education, she gained extensive experience in comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, and managing a variety of ocular conditions.



Dr. Donofrio is dedicated to providing personalized, high-quality care and strives to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for all patients. Outside of the office, she enjoys exploring new restaurants and traveling with her husband, embracing new experiences together.

Dr. Stephania Carreno


Dr. Carreno is a dedicated optometrist committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate eye care. She earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee, where she received extensive training in primary eye care.


Dr. Carreno takes pride in having a patient-centered approach where she focuses on personalized care.


A long time resident of Woodstock, she enjoys game nights, traveling and spending time with her cat and dog.

Dr. Meek Patel


Dr. Meek Patel was raised in LaGrange, Georgia, where his interest in optometry first began after experiencing the life-changing impact of receiving his first pair of glasses. That experience inspired him to pursue a career dedicated to helping others achieve their best vision.


Dr. Patel completed his undergraduate studies at Emory University in Atlanta before earning his Doctor of Optometry degree from Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida. He is excited to return to the Atlanta area to begin serving patients and providing personalized, compassionate eye care.


Outside of the office, Dr. Patel enjoys playing pickleball, reading, and traveling. He looks forward to becoming part of the community and helping patients of all ages maintain healthy vision and eyes.




Dr. Kate Cotter


Dr. Kate Cotter grew up in Wilmington, NC where she received her undergraduate degrees from NC State University, double majoring in Biological Sciences and Plant Biology.

 

Her interest in eye care began after graduation, while she worked as an optometric technician. Additionally, she completed a certification program through Duke Eye Center, prior to Optometry school. 

Dr. Cotter moved to Philadelphia to attend the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, where she completed rotations at The Eye Institute, the Durham VA Medical Center, and Cape Fear Eye Institute. Dr. Cotter values educating patients about eye health and the importance of regular eye exams. 


In her free time, Dr. Cotter enjoys spending time with her family and friends, going on hikes, trying new restaurants, and traveling.