Marissa is a Pennsylvania native, born and raised in St. Marys. She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences. She then attended The Ohio State University, where she completed her doctorate in optometry. Dr. Heary has been working in ophthalmology and optometry practices for 8 years and is excited to be back with UPMC, completing an optometric residency in ocular disease. Outside of optometry, she enjoys watching football, especially Ohio State and the Steelers, working out, exploring new places in Pittsburgh, and listening to Taylor Swift