Meet Our Doctors

Stirling Eyecare Center

Amanda Frye, O.D.

Dr. Amanda Frye grew up in Gibsonia and went to Pine-Richland High School. She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown in 2007, where she earned the Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She then earned her Doctorate in Optometry from Salus University in 2012, graduating with high honors. She started practicing alongside her husband, Dr. Brett Moore, at his parents' optometry practice, in North Carolina for 5 years, prior to moving back home. Dr. Frye began working at Stirling Eyecare in 2017 and bought the practice in early 2024. 

Dr. Frye enjoys taking care of eyes of all ages, and getting to know her patients and their families. She practices full-scope optometry, including comprehensive eye exams, conventional and speciality contact lenses, eye emergencies, dry eye, glaucoma, cataracts, diabetes, macular degeneration and treating many other ocular diseases.

In her spare time, she is busy enjoying life with her husband, Brett, two young daughters, Taylor and Harper, as well as their westie, Lily. Amanda loves watching movies, reading, CrossFit training, spending time with friends and family, and being a mom. She is looking forward to meeting you at Stirling Eyecare.

Claudia Gonzalez, O.D.

Dr. Claudia Gonzalez, alongside her husband, Dr. Michael Higgins, opened Stirling Eyecare over 30 years ago, in 1993. They have created a legacy that will continue long into the future. Dr. Gonzalez received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Richmond in 1986 and Doctor of Optometry degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 1992.

Professionally, Dr. Gonzalez has been a member of the American Optometric Association, the Pennsylvania Optometric Association, and the Western Pennsylvania Optometric Society.

Dr. Gonzalez's professional interests include creating a complete eyecare center that includes, but is not limited to, treating eye disease, fitting contact lenses, and laser vision correction. She routinely treats patients for dry eye disease, macular degeneration, and glaucoma.

Dr. Gonzalez is a member of All Saints Parish. Through the church, she is in charge of the community dinners for All Saints Parish that provides meals to the needy. She is married to Dr. Higgins, and they have two young men, Justin and Nathan. Some of Claudia's hobbies include, hiking, traveling, card making, spending time with her family and friends, and their puppy Liliah. 

Michael Higgins, O.D.

Dr. Michael Higgins, alongside his wife, Dr. Claudia Gonzalez, opened Stirling Eyecare over 30 years ago, in 1993. They have created a legacy that will continue long into the future. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1988 and Doctor of Optometry degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 1992.

Professionally, Dr. Higgins has been an active member of the American Optometric Association, the Pennsylvania Optometric Association, and the Western Pennsylvania Optometric Society, where he served on the Board of Directors. He received the “Young Optometrist of the Year” award in 1998 from the Western Pennsylvania Optometric Society.

Dr. Higgins’ professional interests include creating a complete eyecare center that includes, but is not limited to, treating eye disease, fitting contact lenses, and evaluating for laser vision correction. He personally had laser vision correction in 2000 after wearing contact lenses for 20 years. He takes pride, alongside Claudia, in voluntering their time at the Jean B. Purvis Community Health Center taking care of eyes in need. Michael's hobbies include hiking, skiing, golfing, traveling, and spending time with his family and friends. 



Dr. Higgins is a member of All Saints Parish, where he is an active member in The Men’s Club. He is married to Dr. Gonzalez, and they have two young men, Justin and Nathan.