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By Brandon Mayo | July 29, 2008

Eye Diseases and Conditions

By Brandon Mayo | July 2, 2008

This menu contains vital information on many of the major eye diseases and conditions that patients often suffer from.

Patient Forms

By Brandon Mayo | July 2, 2008

We can design and implement almost any type of data collection form you may need. Take a look at the sample forms found in this same menu.

Opticians

By Brandon Mayo | June 26, 2008

There are two types of opticians, dispensing opticians and manufacturing opticians. Both have different job skills but dispensing opticians may sometimes perform some of the same work as manufacturing opticians. Manufacturing opticians are involved in the actual process of making eyeglasses, contacts, and lenses for other purposes. They produce the lenses from scratch to finish…

Ophthalmologists

By Brandon Mayo | June 26, 2008

When you refer to an “eye doctor” you might be thinking about an Optometrist but could be referring to an Ophthalmologist. An Ophthalmologist is a Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.). Ophthalmologists are licensed to practice medicine, perform surgery, and perform all tasks Optometrists do including diagnosing and treating eye diseases, giving eye…

Optometrists

By Brandon Mayo | June 26, 2008

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…

Patient Financing

By Brandon Mayo | June 26, 2008

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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Staff

By Brandon Mayo | June 26, 2008

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…

Office Hours

By Brandon Mayo | June 26, 2008

Monday: 9:00am-5:30pm   Tuesday: 9:00am-5:30pm   Wednesday: 11:00am-7:00pm   Thursday: 9:00am-5:30pm   Friday: 8:00am-1:00pm   Saturday: Closed   Sunday: Closed

Office Location

By Brandon Mayo | June 26, 2008

Computer Vision Syndrome

By Brandon Mayo | June 26, 2008

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…

Vision Shaping Treatment

By Brandon Mayo | June 26, 2008

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…

InfantSEE

By Brandon Mayo | June 26, 2008

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…

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Eye Injuries (mobile)

By waltmayo | June 26, 2008

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…

Conjunctival Laceration

Eye Injuries

By Brandon Mayo | June 26, 2008

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…

Ocular Diseases

By Brandon Mayo | June 26, 2008

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…

Laser Vision Correction Consultation and Clinical Care

By Brandon Mayo | June 26, 2008

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…

Contact Lens Prescriptions

By Brandon Mayo | June 26, 2008

Types of Contact Lenses There are two major classifications of contact lenses, soft lenses and Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) lenses. Both have their own advantages and disadvantages. In general, patients get used to soft lenses a bit more quickly, but once they adapt to RGP lenses, lens comfort is equal between the two types of…

Eyeglass Guide

Eyeglass Prescriptions (mobile)

By waltmayo | June 26, 2008

A trip to any third-world country reveals just how few of the world’s population have access to these wonderful devices. With the doctor’s experience along with the latest in high tech diagnostic equipment, it’s now possible to have the most accurate prescriptions possibe. Even patients who cannot give accurate responses during testing can be effectively…

Eyeglass Guide

Eyeglass Prescriptions

By Brandon Mayo | June 26, 2008

A trip to any third-world country reveals just how few of the world's population have access to these wonderful devices. With the doctor's experience along with the latest in high tech diagnostic equipment, it's now possible to have the most accurate prescriptions possibe. Even patients who cannot give accurate responses during testing can be effectively…