163 Results forOptometrists / Eye Doctors near Henderson, NV
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Learn more about Optometrists / Eye Doctors
An optometrist is a healthcare provider who specializes in routine and preventive eye and vision care. Optometrists diagnose vision abnormalities and prescribe eyeglasses and contacts. They detect and treat cataracts, glaucoma, and eye infections. Optometrists also screen for conditions that affect the eyes and vision, including high blood pressure and diabetes.
An optometrist typically:
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Evaluates a patient’s medical and vision history
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Educates the patient about eye and vision disease prevention and health
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Performs a comprehensive eye and vision exam and evaluates blood pressure
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Performs and interprets specialized eye tests
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Diagnoses and often treats acute and chronic eye diseases and conditions that affect vision, including eye injuries, vision problems, cataracts, and glaucoma
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Screens for conditions that increase the risk of eye and vision conditions including diabetes and high blood pressure
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Prescribes eye glasses, contacts, and certain medications
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Refers patients to an ophthalmologist for serious eye problems and most eye surgeries
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Performs laser or glaucoma surgeries in some cases
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Provides eye and vision care before and after eye surgery
An optometrist may also be known by the following names: eye doctor, vision care specialist, and Doctor of Optometry (OD).
There are 163 specialists practicing Optometry in Henderson, NV with an overall average rating of 4.4 stars. There are 7 hospitals near Henderson, NV with affiliated Optometry specialists, including Sunrise Hospital And Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Rose Dominican, Siena Campus and MountainView Hospital.
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- 2451 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy Ste 130Henderson, NV 890526.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:
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- Explains conditions well
Care Philosophy: Click the red Request Now button to schedule an appointment with our practice. Founded in 2005 by Jack Abrams, MD, Abrams Eye Institute provides the most advanced, comprehensive ophthalmologic services in Southern Nevada, giving the gift of improved vision. We are Southern Nevada's premier provider of ophthalmologic services, including LASIK surgery, cataract replacement, and treatment of all common eye disorders.
- 10424 S Eastern Ave Ste 100Henderson, NV 890527.2 miles away
Biography: <p>Dr. McCandless graduated from Brigham Young University (BYU). While attending BYU, he was involved in service organizations and had the opportunity to participate in a Volunteer Optometric Service to Humanity (VOSH) project to Mexico. He was able to help examine and distribute more than 15,000 pair of glasses to those in need. That singular event was very influential as it revealed the importance of proper vision care in order for people to perform simple daily tasks as well as enjoy their surrounding environment. While attending The Ohio State, he excelled as he completed the Doctor of Optometry program. He graduated Beta Sigma Kappa, Cum Laude, and with OSU honors. His passion for community service continued as he was awarded the college's Community Outreach Award. His training included a wide variety of rotational experiences involving primary care, treatment and management of optical diseases, and ocular surgery management that prepared him to provide exceptional care to all patients. Since graduating and joining The Wellish Vision Institute, Dr. McCandless has continued to learn, grow and become a leader in his field. He is one of only a few optometrists in Nevada who have completed the demanding requirements to become a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (F.A.A.O.). He has given presentations on treatments of ocular conditions to both national and international audiences. He is also one of a select few of optometrists that have fulfilled the requirements to become glaucoma certified. He acts as the Director of Refractive Surgery for The Wellish Vision Institute. His knowledge, clinical experience, and compassion allow him to help individuals reduce their dependency on glasses and contact lenses. Dr. McCandless moved to Las Vegas with his wife in 2006. Since then, he has a been a valuable member with The Wellish Vision Institute . He enjoys playing racquetball, canyoneering, mountain biking and spending time outdoors with his 3 sons.</p>
- 10424 S Eastern Ave Ste 100Henderson, NV 890527.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Biography: <p>Dr. Matthew Chiapa was born and raised in the city of Bakersfield, California. He received his bachelor's degree in Physics from the University of California at Riverside After college he immediately attended the Southern California College of Optometry where he earned his degree in Optometry. He was a member of the Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honor Society all four years of his attendance and was the recipient of the Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon, Jr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship. He developed an interest in the management of ocular disease as he attended clinical rotations at the Spark M. Matsunaga Veteran's Affairs Medical Center in Hawaii, the David Grant Medical Center at Travis Air Force Base in California, and finally at the Wellish Vision Institute in Las Vegas, Nevada. When Dr. Chiapa received his degree, he decided to begin his optometry career here in Las Vegas and what better place to start than the Wellish Vision Institute. In his spare time, Dr. Chiapa enjoys exploring the city, golfing, attending jazz/classical music concerts, and playing the trumpet.</p>
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