A west Tennessee native, completed his undergraduate studies at Middle Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and a minor in chemistry. He then earned his doctor of optometry degree from the University of Missouri-St. Louis College of Optometry, graduating with honors. After leaving St. Louis, he came back to Tennessee to complete his primary care optometry residency training at the Memphis VA Medical Center. Dr. Parker also completed externships in the areas of pediatrics, contact lenses, low vision, and primary care optometry.

Dr. Parker is committed to providing the highest standard of eye care to patients of all ages, pediatric to geriatric. He attends a variety of educational seminars throughout the year to stay current with the latest clinical procedures and advances in technology. He feels it is his purpose to improve the quality of life of the people of middle Tennessee and the surrounding area through enhancing their vision and providing the best possible service.

Dr. Parker currently resides in Hermitage, TN. He is a member of the American Optometric Association, Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians, and the Middle Tennessee Optometric Physicians Society. Dr. Parker is also a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. He is married and enjoys spending time with his wife Natasha, son Krue, and their dog Bella. Dr. Parker, along with his family, attend Evans Hill Missionary Baptist Church, in Hermitage, TN.  He enjoys traveling, playing golf, Tennessee sports, and being with friends and family.