Delran Eye Associates

Dr. Laura Young is a dedicated optometrist who combines clinical knowledge with a personal understanding of how vision affects daily life. Originally from Baltimore, she earned her undergraduate degree at Gettysburg College and then completed her Doctor of Optometry at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Jenkintown, PA.

Her interest in optometry began early. Her childhood double vision and the care she received affected her. That experience still shapes how she approaches patient care today. Since entering practice in 2013, Dr. Young has been passionate about helping her patients preserve their vision, improve comfort, and better understand their eye health.

Dr. Young is a member of both the New Jersey Society of Optometric Physicians and the American Optometric Association. She has a special interest in fitting specialty contact lenses and managing ocular diseases such as dry eye and glaucoma. She describes contact lens fittings as a problem-solving process with a purpose, one that challenges and inspires her.

When she's not in the office, Dr. Young enjoys spending time with her husband, three children, their family dog, and a very senior cat. You’ll often find them soaking up the sun at the Jersey Shore or exploring local coffee spots when they get a quiet moment.

Dr. Ami Patel is a trusted optometrist with over 20 years of experience caring for patients with warmth, insight, and clinical precision. Raised in South Jersey, she earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from Rutgers University before completing her Doctor of Optometry at the New England College of Optometry.

Since beginning her career in 2001, Dr. Patel has focused on the diagnosis and management of ocular diseases, including glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and dry eye syndrome. She values education as a cornerstone of care and believes in helping patients understand how their eye health connects to their overall well-being. Her approach is thorough, thoughtful, and centered on long-term relationships.

When she’s not in the office, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with her husband and large extended family, including her parents, sisters, nieces, and nephew. She also enjoys reading, practicing yoga, taking long walks, and spending time outdoors.

Dr. Patel is proud to serve the South Jersey community with personalized care that prioritizes both health and connection. Her patients appreciate her calm, attentive presence and the time she takes to truly listen.