Dr. Shonda Doucet Achord, a Gonzales native, graduated from St. Amant High School, LSU, and the University of Houston College of Optometry.
While at LSU, Dr. Achord was a member of Beta Sigma Kappa, International Optometric Honor Fraternity. At the University of Houston College of Optometry, Dr. Achord was the recipient of the Contact Lens Achievement Award for outstanding performance in a contact lens clinic. She was also recognized for clinical excellence with particular proficiency in the areas of allergic eye disease and pathology.