Nicolas Soulier, OD

Dr. Soulier is a highly skilled and experienced eye care professional dedicated to giving his patients excellent care. He earned his Bachelor degree at Indiana State University in Chemistry with minors in French, Psychology and Biology. He later went on to attend Indiana College of Optometry in Bloomington where he graduated with clinical honors in 2003. Dr. Soulier also completed four externships each specializing in areas of ocular disease, specialty contact lens fitting and pre and post-operative cataract and laser care. During these externships, he also gained knowledge in the management of macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and cataracts.

Dr. Soulier and his wife, Sarah, have two children: Rylan and Owen. When he isn’t practicing optometry, you will find him working on his racquetball game, spending time outdoors and devoting time to his boys.

Dr. Soulier is involved in the St. Vincent’s community and supports various local nonprofits.

Xiqiao (Natalie) Ding, OD

Dr. Ding is a knowledgeable and experienced eye care specialist who is dedicated to patient care. She began her training in Indiana University Bloomington, where she double majored in Biochemistry and Japanese. She went on to the Indiana School of Optometry where she graduated in 2016 with honors. While attending the Indiana School of Optometry, she also participated in research for dry eye treatment. Her externships included a private practice specializing in vision therapy and specialty contact lenses in Park Ridge, Illinois, and Bascom Palmer Hospital in Miami, Florida, specializing in glaucoma, macular degeneration, and pre and post-op cataract surgery.

Dr. Ding moved to United States ten years ago from China and has been living in Indianapolis until moving to Fort Wayne two years ago to join Soulier Eyecare. Dr. Ding enjoys traveling, reading, and crafting in her spare time.

Dr. Lauren Cunningham

Dr. Lauren Cunningham is a licensed optometrist dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered eye care. Born and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana, she is proud to return to her hometown to serve the community she knows and loves. She completed her undergraduate education at Purdue University Fort Wayne and earned her Doctor of Optometry degree with highest honors from the Indiana University School of Optometry. Her clinical training includes four specialized externships in ocular disease, pediatrics, contact lens management, and pre- and post-operative care.

Dr. Cunningham provides comprehensive eye care for patients of all ages and has particular expertise in managing dry eye disease, macular degeneration, glaucoma, and ocular complications related to diabetes. With a warm and thoughtful approach, Dr. Cunningham takes time to educate her patients and ensure they feel confident in their care.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Dr. Cunningham enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, and following the Los Angeles Lakers.

Dr. Ryan Feichtner

Dr. Ryan Feichtner joined the practice in 2024. Raised in central Ohio, Dr. Feichtner earned his Bachelor's in Biology from The Ohio State University. He went on to obtain his Doctorate in Optometry with honors from The Ohio State University College of Optometry in 2011. Before graduation he completed clinical rotations at The Ohio State Havener Eye Institute, Columbus VA, a private optometry practice, and a surgical site that provided everything from routine eyecare through cataract and Lasik surgery.

Upon graduation he moved to Fort Wayne and has practiced in the area ever since. In his free time, Dr. Feichtner can be found spending time with his wife and two children, spending time outdoors or doing one of many home improvement projects.

Ryan truly enjoys serving the Fort Wayne community and consistently aims to provide quality care to all of his patients.