Dr. Hesse purchased Vision Care in August of 2001.  Dr. Hesse was born and raised in Northern Kentucky, living there until attending optometry school in Bloomington, IN.  He attended Northern Kentucky University for his undergraduate studies and then completed his Doctorate of Optometry with honors in 2001 from Indiana University School of Optometry. 

Dr. Hesse is a member of the Kentucky Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association.  Locally, he is a member of Lion's Club and the Chamber of Commerce.  Dr. Hesse is also honored as a Kentucky Colonel.

Dr. Hesse has been married to his wife, Emily, who also works in the office as office manager, since 1998.  Together, they have three children, daughter Nicole, and sons, Aaron and Zachary.