Dr. Fortenberry graduated from Abilene Christian University before finishing optometry school from the University of Houston College of Optometry where she also completed a Community-Based Family Practice Residency. Dr. Fortenberry is currently the Assistant Dean for Professional Advancement where she oversees Continuing Education and Professional Relations at the Rosenberg School of Optometry. Dr. Fortenberry serves on the Board of Trustees as Secretary-Treasurer for the Texas Optometric Association. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a member of the American Optometric Association, where she also was named the 2013 AOA Young OD of the Year.