Owner | Optometrist
Hi, I'm Dr. Lipe (rhymes with "pipe" — yes, we get questions). I'm the owner and eye doctor here at Elite Eyecare, and I started this clinic with a pretty simple goal: to do eye care the right way.
After years of watching patient care take a back seat to corporate efficiency, I decided to build something different. At Elite Eyecare, you'll get a thorough, unhurried eye exam, fair and transparent pricing, and — brace yourself — an actual human being who answers the phone. Revolutionary, I know.
I grew up on a farm in Fort Smith, Arkansas, where we had chicken houses, cattle, pigs, and at one point, a couple of pet deer (long story). I went to Cedarville Schools, earned my Bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of Arkansas Fort Smith, and then headed to Memphis to complete my Doctor of Optometry degree at the Southern College of Optometry. You could say I went from feeding chickens to prescribing progressive lenses — quite the career pivot.
When I'm not in the office, you'll find me fishing, hunting, out at the lake, at a music festival listening to dubstep, or at the gym. Basically anything that isn't sitting still.
If you're looking for a new eye clinic, come give us a shot. We'd love the chance to show you what patient care is actually supposed to feel like.
Optical Professional
Jay Evans is a true Tampa Bay native who traded sunny Florida beaches for the honky-tonk vibes of Nashville back in September 2021. He’s never looked back, except maybe to cheer for his teams.
A die-hard sports fanatic, Jay proudly reps the Tampa Bay Rays, Tampa Bay Lightning, Milwaukee Bucks, Boston Celtics, and most passionately, the Florida Gators (go Gators!). Whether it's baseball, hockey, basketball, or college football, he's got the gear, the stats, and the loudest voice in the room.
His career path took a fun detour. After crossing paths with Dr. Lipe in 2022 while working in minor league sports, Jay made the leap into eyecare in October 2025. From dodging foul balls and mascot mishaps to helping patients see clearly, talk about a career glow-up!
He jokes that it's quite the changeup, but he's loving the slower pace, the chance to build real one-on-one relationships with patients, and especially the satisfaction of cutting through the insurance red tape like a hot knife through butter.
Jay's mission is simple: simplify the confusing healthcare maze, always put patients first, and make sure everyone leaves with better vision and maybe a good laugh.
When he's not decoding deductibles or discussing the latest Gators game, you can find Jay staying active, catching a game, or enjoying everything Nashville has to offer. Welcome to the team, Jay. We’re thrilled to have your energy, expertise, and endless enthusiasm on board!
Optical Professional
Kaylan grew up in Knoxville, TN, and brought that East Tennessee warmth with her when she made the move to Nashville. She holds a degree in psychology, with double minors in social work and lifespan development, a background that gives her a genuine knack for understanding what patients need, whether they're a nervous first-time contact wearer or a longtime glasses patient just looking for a friendly face.
Before joining Elite Eyecare, Kaylan spent two years teaching in the Nashville area, where she built a talent for patience, clear communication, and making people feel at ease, skills that translate perfectly to the exam chair and the front desk alike. She joined our team in May 2026, originally planning to help out for the summer. It didn't take long before she realized this was exactly where she wanted to be, and she made the leap to stick around full time.
Kaylan brings a positive attitude and genuine drive to every patient interaction, young and old. Patients consistently tell us her customer service goes above and beyond anything they've experienced at other practices she has a way of turning a routine visit into a genuinely pleasant one.
Outside the office, Kaylan is just as much of a connector. She spends her free time helping her friends at Riot Ranch run their DJ collective, bringing the same energy and organization to the music scene that she brings to our patients. When she's not doing that, you'll find her hanging out with her husband, soaking up whatever Nashville has going on.