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Optometrists
Optometrists, or Doctors of Optometry (O.D.’s), are the main primary vision care professionals that most people will go to. Optometrists do everything from diagnosing vision problems and eye diseases, prescribing eyeglasses and contacts, prescribing drugs for the treatment of certain eye diseases, providing treatment before and after surgery, and helping patients maintain healthy eyes. Optometrists…
Read MorePatient Financing
Many financing options are available. For your convenience our office accepts MasterCard, Visa, American Express, and Discover, personal checks, cash and any-combination of these choices. We have also made arrangements for individual financing through Vision Fee Plan. For example, an unsecured loan of $4,000 at a fixed rate of 9.99% offers an affordable monthly payment…
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Susan Weeks, ABOC – Optician Susan is no stranger to the optical industry. Her career started in 1980 with George S. Croffead, M.D. After he retired she continued on with his son Thomas G. Croffead, O.D. until 2009. Her passion for the industry continues to grow and she constantly updates her training to stay current…
Read MoreComputer Vision Syndrome
Computer Vision Syndrome describes a group of eye and vision-related problems that result from prolonged computer use. Many individuals experience eye discomfort and vision problems when viewing a computer screen for extended periods. The level of discomfort appears to increase with the amount of computer use. The most common symptoms associated with Computer Vision Syndrome…
Read MoreVision Shaping Treatment
What is VST? Vision Shaping Treatment uses specially designed vision retainers to gently and gradually reshape the front surface of the eye (the cornea) to eliminate or reduce nearsightedness (myopia) or astigmatism. The principle is similar to the use of a dental retainer used by an orthodontist to realign crooked teeth. The vision retainers are…
Read MoreInfantSEE
The InfantSEE program is designed to provide the first eye exam in a child’s life at no cost as long as the examination occurs within the child’s first year or life. We prefer that these examinations occur at or around 6 months of age, but any age is better than not at all. To schedule…
Read MoreEye Injuries (mobile)
Many people think that eye emergencies require an immediate trip to the emergency room. The expense and hassle of such a trip to the hospital is rarely needed. Dr. Bodkin has managed hundreds of eye injuries ranging from: corneal abrasions minor lid lacerations blunt trauma chemical burns and many other ocular emergencies. In some situations…
Read MoreEye Injuries
Many people think that eye emergencies require an immediate trip to the emergency room. The expense and hassle of such a trip to the hospital is rarely needed. Dr. Bodkin has managed hundreds of eye injuries ranging from: corneal abrasions minor lid lacerations blunt trauma chemical burns and many other ocular emergencies. In some situations…
Read MoreOcular Diseases
Dr. Bodkin has been involved not only in Primary Eye Care, but also in the diagnosis and treatment of ocular diseases. In addition to being the experts on eye and vision diseases and disorders, doctors of optometry have the education and training to diagnose the ocular manifestations of diseases that affect the entire body, such…
Read MoreLaser Vision Correction Consultation and Clinical Care
Our office is very experienced in the management of Refractive surgery. Through our close connection with the skilled surgeons at NuVision, we have screened hundreds of patients for refractive surgery. We offer more refractive surgery options than almost all other Refractive Surgeons in South Texas. If you are interested in a free screening to find…
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