Dr. Reuben Arunasalem (known to many patients as Dr. “A”) brings over 13 years of optometric experience and a deep commitment to excellence in eye care. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology, graduating summa cum laude from the State University at Albany, and received his Doctor of Optometry with honors from Salus University. After several years in practice, he completed an advanced residency affiliated with Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry and later became a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. 

Before joining InFocus Eyecare, Dr. Arunasalem served more than 12 years in the U.S. Army, providing care in six outpatient clinics around the world. He spent eight of those years as the sole eye care provider in Camp Walker (South Korea), Joint Multinational Readiness Center (Germany), and Camp Zama (Japan), and concluded his service at the Pentagon Health Clinic, where he cared for senior military personnel. His military roles have included Commander, Chief of Ancillary Services, Chief of Clinical Operations during the COVID-19 pandemic, and Chief of Optometry Services.

Dr. Arunasalem has a clinical focus on the treatment and management of dry eye disease and glaucoma. He is passionate about delivering high-quality care and building lasting relationships with his patients.

Outside the office, he enjoys spending time with his fiancée, traveling, discovering new foods, skiing, and staying active with volleyball and pickleball.