Meet Our Team!
Dr. Amy Sullivan is thrilled to be back in the picturesque landscapes of rural Nevada, her home state. As a fourth generation Nevadan, she has a local passion for outdoor adventures, including hunting, fishing, and soaking in the natural beauty that surrounds her.
Dr. Sullivan was raised in Battle Mountain and graduated from high school with the class of 2005. She then embarked on her academic pursuits at the University of Nevada Reno, earning a BS in Biology. During her time there, she had the exciting opportunity to study abroad in the Basque Country through the USAC program.
Following her undergraduate adventures, Dr. Sullivan headed for Oregon to attend Pacific University College of Optometry, where she graduated with honors in 2014. Her clinical training took her to diverse locations, including Wyoming, Alaska, Colorado and back home to Nevada. During these externships, she honed her skills in primary eye care, managing ocular diseases, and providing top-notch contact lens services. Dr. Sullivan also dedicated her time and expertise to the AMIGOS humanitarian group, where she extended her care to underserved communities in Nicaragua.
As a dedicated member of the American Optometric Association and a board-certified specialist in the treatment and management of ocular diseases, Dr. Sullivan brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her practice. She is also board certified in the diagnosis, treatment and management of glaucoma. After establishing her career in the Reno-Carson area, she is excited to expand her reach to the welcoming patients of Winnemucca and its surrounding communities
Dr. Amy Sullivan, O.D.
Debby - Patient Care & Surgery Coordinator
Meet Debby, our dedicated Patient Care and Surgery Coordinator. Coming from a family with deep farming roots, Debby has proudly called Kings River and Winnemucca her home for years. Debby's journey in the world of optometry began in 2000, and since then, she has risen to the role of our head Technician. She skillfully administers a wide array of tests, from the initial diagnostics prior to a patient's consultation with the doctor to the more advanced assessments that follow.
Debby's commitment to excellence extends beyond her technical abilities. She has successfully earned her American Board of Opticianry Certification as well as Certified Paraoptometric Assistant, a testament to her dedication to providing top-notch care to our patients.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Debby's heart is filled with love for animals, and she finds solace in quality time with her family. She's a committed member of our team, and we love having her in our office!
Ryan - Office Manager and Patient Care Coordinator
Ryan joined the Bengoa Eye Care Team in 2024 and quickly found a passion for creating a welcoming experience for both patients and staff. He loves being part of the Winnemucca community and takes pride in helping make Bengoa Eye Care a place where people feel comfortable, cared for, and genuinely valued.
For Ryan, it’s the people who make the job meaningful. Whether he’s helping a patient feel at ease, supporting the team behind the scenes, or finding ways to make the day run a little smoother, he enjoys being someone others can count on.
Outside of Bengoa Eye Care, Ryan enjoys spending time with his family and fur babies, exploring new trails and getting outdoors, traveling, and discovering new places. He believes there’s always something new to learn, somewhere new to explore, and plenty of good moments to enjoy along the way.
We’re proud to have Ryan as part of the Bengoa Eye Care Team and grateful for the heart, energy, and dedication he brings to our office and our community.
Maria - Patient Care Coordinator
Maria truly enjoys connecting with people and wants every patient to feel comfortable, heard, and cared for. She believes that taking the time to listen and understand each person’s needs can make a meaningful difference in their experience. As someone who is bilingual in English and Spanish, she is especially happy to be able to communicate with and support Bengoa Eye Care’s Spanish-speaking patients.
Maria is a proud mom who loves spending quality time with her family. In her spare time, she enjoys getting lost in a good book and making the most of life’s little moments. She is excited to be learning something new and growing both personally and professionally as she begins this new chapter.
We’re so glad to have Maria as a part of the Bengoa Eye Care Team!
Brigitte - Patient Care Coordinator
Brigitte is new to the eye care field and brings with her a strong background in the mining industry, where she developed a solid work ethic, resilience, and attention to detail. She is excited to grow her skills in patient care and clinical support, and takes pride in helping patients feel comfortable and cared for during their visit.
She was born and raised in Battle Mountain and is a proud wife and mother. Outside of work, she enjoys gardening and spending quality time with her family, creating meaningful moments together.
We’re excited to have Brigitte as part of our team!
Victoria - Lead Optician
Victoria has been with the Bengoa Eye Care Team since September, 2024.
She is a devoted mother of three and happily married to her high school sweetheart. Originally from Battle Mountain, NV, she started her career as a dental assistant before embracing the joys of being a stay-at-home mom and focusing on her family.
Now she’s thrilled to embark on a new adventure as an optician! In her free time, she loves diving into a good book, baking delicious treats, gardening, and making the most of quality moments with her beautiful family.
Jayden - Optician
Jayden is an optician with prior experience in eye care, bringing both skill and genuine care to his work. He is known for creating a comfortable and positive experience for every patient through a patient, approachable, and detail-oriented approach.
Outside of his professional work, Jayden grew up with the opportunity to travel throughout West and South Africa, as well as parts of Europe. These experiences helped shape his appreciation for different cultures and perspectives and sparked a lasting love for travel.
He values spending time with his family and is always open to learning something new, bringing that same curiosity and openness into his everyday work.
Audri - Optician
Born and raised in Winnemucca, Audri is excited to begin her journey in the eye care field as a new member of the Bengoa Eye Care team.
As an optician, she loves that every day is a little like being a personal shopper for glasses—and who doesn’t love shopping? Her favorite part of the job is seeing a patient’s eyes light up when they find the perfect pair of glasses and try them on for the first time.
Outside of work, Audri enjoys traveling to concerts and spending time with her dogs. She’s happy to be part of the Bengoa Eye Care team and looks forward to getting to know and helping the Winnemucca community.
Olivia - Optician
As a new optician, Olivia is excited to begin this next chapter in her career and help patients find eyewear they love while making sure they’re seeing their best. Before joining the eye care field, she worked in veterinary medicine, where she learned the importance of caring for others, paying attention to the little details, and helping people feel comfortable and cared for.
Outside of work, Olivia is a mom, which she says is easily her favorite job of all. Her family means everything to her, and when she’s not at work, you’ll usually find her spending time with them and making memories together. She’s excited to continue learning and growing in her new role while getting to know and helping the wonderful people in the community.
Kenzi - Technician
Kenzi is new to the eye care field with previous medical experience in dialysis, where she built a good foundation in patient care. With a bubbly personality, she takes pride in making sure patients feel welcomed, comfortable, and heard.
Outside of work, Kenzi enjoys a good hands on craft, finding new music to divulge into, or spending time outdoors with friends.
We are so happy to have Kenzi as a part of the Bengoa Eye Care Team!
Wendy - Technician
Wendy has been proud to call Winnemucca home for 35 years and loves being part of her community. Helping others has always been important to her, and she strives to make a positive difference in the lives of those around her.
Wendy spent 12 years as a preschool teacher while raising her children, where she found her passion for helping others and watching them grow. She brings that same caring spirit to Bengoa Eye Care. Knowing that she can help make someone’s quality of life better and make a difference in someone’s day is what makes her work so rewarding.
We are extremely grateful and proud to have Wendy as a part of the Bengoa Eye Care team. Her caring nature, dedication to helping others, and love for our community make her a wonderful part of our office.
Joel - Optical Technician
Joel is a valued part-time member of the Bengoa Eye Care team, serving as an Optical Technician since 2025. In his role, he supports patients and staff with care and attention to detail, helping ensure a smooth and positive experience for everyone who visits.
Outside of work, Joel enjoys exploring his creativity through art and animation, as well as spending time outdoors hiking.
We’re proud to have Joel as part of our team!
In Memory of Dr. Cody Bengoa
Bengoa Eye Care was founded by Dr. Cody Bengoa, a native of Humboldt County who was born in Winnemucca and raised at the Kings River Ranch. He attended high school in McDermitt and Winnemucca, graduating as one of the valedictorians of the Lowry High School Class of 1995.
After completing his BS in Biochemistry at UNR and OD at Pacific University, Cody and his family returned to Reno where he worked as an associate OD for two years. Following the birth of his daughter, Dr. Bengoa and his family had the opportunity to return to Winnemucca where he would practice for the next 15 years.
Dr. Bengoa worked with Northern Nevada Eye Care for 6 years, after which he started his own practice, opening the doors of Bengoa Eye Care in December of 2012. In 2019 he opened the new building and put great pride in the development of the space. Cody was so grateful to work with an amazing and dedicated staff, his work family, and he felt blessed and honored to be able to serve patients and raise his kids in the community in which he was born.
In the fall of 2020, while training for a local triathlon, Cody developed symptoms that eventually led him to the ENTs office. After surgery to remove what doctors thought was a polyp, he was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of sinonasal cancer.
Cody researched treatment options voraciously and sought opinions from cancer specialists in three different states, undergoing surgery, chemo therapy, and radiation. In August of 2021, he began to experience some shortness of breath and was found to have developed pulmonary tumor thrombotic microangiopathy (PTTM), a rare and fatal complication that compromised the blood vessels in his lungs.
After an arduous and brave fight with cancer, Dr. Bengoa passed away on September 29, 2021 at the age of 44.
He is greatly missed by all his family, staff, patients and community.