Doctors
Scott K. Schultz, MD
Dr. Schultz provides comprehensive eyecare, specializes in refractive cataract surgery, and is the Lowcountry's only fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist. He has been with Bishop Eye Center since 2013 and is a senior partner of the practice where he serves as director of glaucoma care and surgery for Bishop Eye Center. He is also the Medical Director at the Outpatient Surgery Center of Hilton Head, and the past-president of the South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology.
Dr. Schultz has performed thousands of cataract surgeries and utilizes the latest technologies in cataract and glaucoma care including the CATALYS Precision Laser System, advanced technology lens implants, minimally invasive glaucoma techniques, and offers drop-free glaucoma management options. He strives for excellence and provides his patients with caring, compassionate, and individualized service.
Dr. Schultz graduated cum laude from the University of Florida where he was also an All-American and co-captain of the University of Florida’s Men’s Swimming team. He completed his medical school training at the University of Florida College of Medicine graduating with AOA honors. Following his internship at Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, VA, he completed his ophthalmology residency at Vanderbilt Eye Institute in Nashville, TN, where he served as Chief Resident. While at Vanderbilt, he was recognized with several honors including the Excellence in Residency Award, Leadership Award, as well as the Medical Director’s Award from the Nashville Veteran’s Administration Hospital. He then received his glaucoma sub-specialization at the internationally renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the nation’s #1 eye hospital.
Dr. Schultz is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology; currently serving as the Regional Representative for GA, SC, and NC to the AAO secretariat for state affairs. He is also a member of the American Glaucoma Society and the South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology.
Paul Bell, MD
Dr. Bell joined Bishop Eye in 2023 and became a partner in the practice in 2026. As a comprehensive ophthalmologist, he provides a full spectrum of medical and surgical eye care, with particular expertise in refractive cataract and corneal surgery. His approach combines advanced surgical techniques with personalized patient care to help individuals achieve their best possible vision and maintain lifelong eye health.
Dr. Bell has a special interest in refractive cataract surgery, utilizing premium intraocular lens technology and modern surgical innovations to reduce patients' dependence on glasses after cataract removal. He also treats a wide range of corneal conditions and performs procedures designed to restore visual clarity and improve quality of life.
As Bishop Eye's LASIK specialist, Dr. Bell helps patients achieve greater visual freedom through state-of-the-art laser vision correction. He is committed to educating patients about their treatment options and developing individualized plans that align with their visual goals, lifestyle needs, and long-term ocular health.
Dr. Bell came from the Storm Eye Institute in Charleston, South Carolina, where he completed his ophthalmology residency training. During his residency, Dr. Bell was honored with the prestigious M. Edward Wilson Residency Award, presented to the resident who best exemplifies the qualities every physician hopes to embody in their own doctor—compassion, professionalism, integrity, and dedication to patient care.
A Virginia native, Dr. Bell earned his undergraduate degree from James Madison University before pursuing his medical degree at Eastern Virginia Medical School. Following medical school, he completed his internship at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and proudly served in the United States Navy as a flight surgeon for Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 115 in Beaufort, South Carolina. His military service provided invaluable experience caring for active-duty service members and reinforced his commitment to excellence, teamwork, and leadership in medicine.
During his time in Beaufort, Dr. Bell and his family quickly fell in love with the Lowcountry lifestyle and knew it was where they wanted to put down roots. Today, he is thrilled to continue serving the community he has come to call home. Outside of the office, Dr. Bell enjoys spending time with his wife, Ashley, and their two children, Harrison and Riley. Whether they are boating on the water, riding bikes, golfing, exploring the outdoors, or spending a day at the beach, the Bell family embraces every opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty and active lifestyle that make the Lowcountry so special.
Professionally, Dr. Bell believes that vision plays a vital role in allowing people to fully engage in the activities they love, and he considers it a privilege to help patients achieve their visual goals. Dr. Bell is especially excited about the remarkable technological advances that continue to transform ophthalmology, offering patients more personalized treatment options and better visual outcomes than ever before. He is passionate about staying at the forefront of these innovations and is dedicated to providing the highest level of care to every patient he serves.
Trey Bishop, MD
Our founder, Trey Bishop, MD, has been practicing in the Hilton Head area since founding Palmetto Eye Specialists in 1999. He started Bishop Eye Center in July 2007. He has based his practice on providing highly individualized, compassionate care while using the best technology available.
Dr. Bishop is a comprehensive ophthalmologist and sees patients for all of their eye care needs. He is also Director of Cataract Care and has performed more than 20,000 cataract surgeries. He uses the most advanced cataract procedures, technology, and lenses, including the CATALYS Precision Laser System and the revolutionary TECNIS Odyssey and TORIC II intraocular lenses.
Dr. Bishop earned his BA in Chemistry at Hendrix College, MS in Electrical Engineering at Duke University, and MD from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. He completed his Ophthalmology Residency at the MUSC Storm Eye Institute in Charleston, SC, where he was Chief Resident. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology where he served as the State Affairs Regional Representative for SC, NC, and GA for five years. He also served as President for the South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology where he continues as an active member.
Dr. Bishop has a wonderful family that includes his wife Kellie, married young adult children Brooke and Blake, and a grandson Bishop with a granddaughter Chandler on the way. He can frequently be seen kiteboarding up and down the beaches of Hilton Head in his free time.
Emily Bollin, OD
Dr. Bollin previously practiced optometry in her hometown of Charleston, WV and has been practicing in Hilton Head and Okatie since 2007. She enjoys all aspects of optometry and has years of experience and knowledge in managing glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, retinal emergencies, and anterior segment abnormalities as well as primary eye care fitting glasses and contact lenses.
A third generation optometrist, she graduated magna cum laude from Ohio State University with a BS in nutrition. She continued in her father’s footsteps at Ohio State College of Optometry where she graduated cum laude with a doctorate in optometry. She is certified by the National Board of Examiners in Optometry and the SC Board of Examiners in Optometry. In addition, she is a member of the American Optometric Association as well as the SC Optometric Physicians Association.
She is a lifelong equestrian and World Grand Champion competing in American Saddlebred shows throughout the the eastern United States. Additionally, she was a gymnast and skilled snow skier. She and her husband, Dr. Nick Bollin, have two young children, Lakin and Annette.
John-Michael Johnson, OD
Dr. Johnson has been with Dr. Bishop since August of 2005, first with Palmetto Eye Specialists and subsequently with Bishop Eye Center. He currently sees patients for all eye-related problems and directs the Dry Eye and Contact Lens Care, which includes the scleral contact lens used in advanced treatment of dry eye syndrome and corneal disease.
He received his BS degree from the College of Charleston and his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee, graduating cum laude. While working on his doctorate, he performed an externship at the Naval Hospital in Beaufort.
At the Memphis VA Hospital, Dr. Johnson completed a residency in hospital-based primary care optometry, which included advanced training in the diagnosis and treatment of such ocular diseases as glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. He participated in clinical research studies on the Heidelberg Retinal Topographer (an instrument used in glaucoma detection), multifocal choroiditis, and diabetic retinopathy (VA-based Accord study). Dr. Johnson is certified by the National Board of Examiners in Optometry and the South Carolina Board of Examiners in Optometry. He is a member of the American Optometric Association, the Contact Lens Section of the AOA, the South Carolina Optometric Association, and is the founder and past president of the Low Country Optometric Society. He is a Diplomate of the American board of Optometry.
He has been recognized for providing outstanding volunteer health care to the low-income and impoverished patients of the Church Health Center, a faith-based health care center for the working poor in Memphis, Tennessee.
When he is not spending time with his family (Sarah and daughter Lucy), Dr. Johnson loves to surf the local waters of Hilton Head, or cheer on his beloved Gamecocks.
Paul Russo, OD
Dr. Russo has been practicing optometry since 1995. He relocated from Cooperstown, NY after being on staff at Bassett Healthcare’s Department of Ophthalmology for 23 years. Prior to Bassett Healthcare, Dr. Russo was an Active-Duty Army Optometrist. While living in New York, he was a member of the Air National Guard for 17 years and retired after 29 years of service. He is a Veteran of both Operation Desert Storm and Operation Enduring Freedom.
Dr. Russo’s eye care experience ranges from routine vision eye exams to diagnosing, treating, and managing medical and acute eye diseases. He works together with multiple professionals for the treatment and management of dry eye, glaucoma, cataract, cornea, diabetic, hypertensive, and autoimmune related eye diseases, as well as age-related macular degeneration and retinal disorders.
Dr. Russo graduated from the Virginia Military Institute in 1987 and served as an Active-Duty Armor officer from 1987-1991. He then attended Pennsylvania College of Optometry and graduated in 1995. He completed clinical externships at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry Eye Institute, Pugliese Eye Associates in Kingston, PA, and the Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania Veteran’s Administration Hospital. Dr. Russo is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and certified by the National Board of Examiners in Optometry and the South Carolina Board of Examiners in Optometry. Dr. Russo has also completed a Glaucoma Certificate Program offered by the Southern Council of Optometrists.
Dr. Russo and his wife, Theresa, are natives of Pennsylvania. They have two daughters, Elizabeth and Alexandra, both graduates of the University of Notre Dame. Outside of the office, he is an avid indoor/outdoor cyclist.
