Croley III, M. D. James E.: - Dr. Croley made the decision to become an ophthalmologist at age 14. He felt a calling to help people with their vision. He has spent his life working and researching in the field of eye care. Dr. Croley has been practicing ophthalmology for over 35 years in Southwest Florida. Dr. Croley has served on numerous boards and committees of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Florida Society of Ophthalmology, Bonita Springs Lions Eye Clinic, and others. He has served as President of the Florida Society of Ophthalmology. Dr. Croley developed a telemedicine computer system in the 1990s when very few people knew about telemedicine. He also developed an electronic medical records program that he has used in his office since 1998. Seeing the need for funding for the local center that takes care of the blind called The Lighthouse for the Blind, he began its original fundraiser for the organization. In addition to his passion for helping people see better, Dr. Croley uses his love of gourmet cooking to support local charities by inviting people into his home and preparing gourmet dinners with all the proceeds benefiting charities. He lectures on eye diseases, teaches courses on eye surgery and eye disease treatments. He lectures at churches and various groups about subjects related to this book.