Dr. Ray grew up in Arkansas and graduated from Clarksville High School in 1992. She then attended Arkansas Tech University and graduated with her Bachelor degree in Biology in 1996. In 2000, Dr. Ray graduated from Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry. She then elected to complete a residency in Cornea and Contact Lens Services. During this time, she specialized in performing challenging contact lens fits for various eye conditions. She also gained additional training in ocular disease management.