Our team is comprised of genuinely gifted minds

Dr. Jovan Alavanja

Dr. Alavanja grew up in northwest Indiana and graduated from Lake Central High School. He completed his undergraduated studies in Neurobiology/Physiology at Purdue University-Lafayette (Boiler Up!), and earned his Doctorate of Optometry at the Indiana University School of Optometry. He is an avid Chicago sports fan and enjoys being outdoors when he is not treating patients. He and his family reside in Schererville.

DR. Juliana Grove

Dr. Grove is a board certified optometrist. She grew up in northwest Indiana and graduated Valedictorian from Merrillville High School. She went on to earn a Bachelor of Science cum laude from Butler University, then completed a 4 year graduate program to earn her Doctorate of Optometry from the Illinois College of Optometry. Dr. Grove completed residency training in ocular disease at the Boston Veterans Affairs Hospital, West Roxbury campus. She currently holds appointment as Attending Optometrist at the Chicago Veterans Affairs Hospital where she teaches fourth year optometry student externs and optometry residents. Dr. Grove is a member of the Indiana and American Optometric Associations, a Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry, and is a Fellow in the American Academy of Optometry in the American Academy of Optometry. She and her family reside in Valparaiso.

Ashley

Ashley joined the Crown Point Eye Care team in 2018 and she brought 5+ years of optical experience to the office. As our lead optician, Ashley can help you find that perfect pair of glasses, maximize your insurance benefits, and make sure you get exactly what you need. Ashley grew up in Northwest Indiana and enjoys her days off with her husband and family.

Amanda

Amanda joined the Crown Point Eye Care team in 2020, and she brings years of medical care experience to the office. She is proficient in diagnostic imaging, maximizing insurance benefits, and contact lenses. Amanda is a long time resident of Crown Point and enjoys spending time with her family, especially with the kids at the baseball fields!

Taylor

Taylor joined the Crown Point Eye Care team in 2020.

Danielle

Danielle joined the Crown Point Eye Care team in 2021.