Business Details
Trusted Eye Doctors in Kansas City, MO
McElhinney Eye Care is a trusted eye care practice serving the Kansas City metropolitan area. Our board-certified ophthalmologists specialize in ophthalmic plastic surgery, glaucoma, cataracts, and comprehensive eye exams. With over 20 years of combined experience, our team delivers personalized care using advanced diagnostic tools and treatment methods. We maintain three conveniently located offices in Kansas City, Warrensburg, and Sedalia to better serve our patients. Our physicians hold prestigious memberships including the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery.We offer specialized services such as eyelid surgery, tear duct procedures, and thyroid-related eye disease management. Our comprehensive approach includes diabetic eye exams, contact lens fittings, and premium intraocular lens implants. We prioritize patient education and preventive care to maintain optimal eye health. Our practice combines medical expertise with compassionate service to address both routine vision needs and complex eye conditions. We maintain affiliations with leading ophthalmic organizations to stay at the forefront of eye care advancements.
Services
Eyelid Surgery
Glaucoma Management
Cataract Surgery
Diabetic Eye Exams
Contact Lens Fittings
Tear Duct Procedures
Thyroid Eye Disease
Plaquenil Monitoring
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Prosthetic Eye Fitting
Highlights and features
- Our physicians are board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
- Three convenient locations serving Kansas City, Warrensburg, and Sedalia
- Specialized care for complex conditions like thyroid-related eye disease
- Expertise in minimally invasive glaucoma surgeries and advanced cataract techniques
- Comprehensive diabetic eye exam program with specialized diagnostic equipment
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology
Services
Eyelid Surgery
Our eyelid surgery procedures address both functional and cosmetic concerns. We perform blepharoplasty to remove excess skin causing vision obstruction and ptosis repair for drooping eyelids. Experienced surgeons use advanced techniques to improve vision and restore eyelid symmetry while maintaining natural appearance. Patients benefit from outpatient procedures with rapid recovery times.
Glaucoma Treatment
We offer comprehensive glaucoma management including medication therapy and surgical interventions. Our specialists perform laser trabeculoplasty and implant surgeries like Ahmed valves and Baerveldt glaucoma implants. Minimally invasive procedures such as iStent injections provide effective pressure control with faster recovery compared to traditional methods. Regular monitoring helps prevent vision loss.
Cataract Surgery
Our cataract removal procedures replace clouded lenses with premium intraocular implants. Surgeons utilize advanced techniques for astigmatism correction and offer toric lens options for glasses independence. Outpatient surgeries restore clear vision for patients experiencing glare and blurred vision from age-related cataracts.
Diabetic Eye Exams
Specialized exams detect diabetes-related eye changes using retinal scans and visual field testing. Early detection helps prevent vision-threatening complications. Our program includes regular screenings for patients with long-term diabetes to monitor and manage retinal blood vessel damage.
Contact Lens Fittings
Personalized contact lens evaluations determine optimal lens parameters. We perform detailed corneal mapping and tear film assessments to ensure comfortable, safe wear. Specialists fit specialty lenses for challenging refractive errors and provide ongoing care management for successful contact lens use.
People
William L. White
Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeon
Dr. White specializes in eyelid and orbital surgery, treating conditions like ptosis and ectropion. He manages thyroid-related eye disease and performs tear duct surgeries at three Missouri locations. His expertise includes reconstructive procedures and cancer removal around the eye area.
James R. Overlease
Glaucoma & Cataract Specialist
Dr. Overlease focuses on glaucoma management and cataract surgery, performing advanced procedures like iStent implants and MIGS. He conducts diabetic eye exams and Plaquenil toxicity monitoring, combining technical skill with patient-centered care for comprehensive vision solutions.
Lynne G. McElhinney
Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Dr. McElhinney provides general eye exams and contact lens fittings while managing glaucoma and cataract cases. She offers personalized vision care with emphasis on preventive maintenance and patient education about eye health and disease prevention.
Questions
What eye conditions do you treat?
We treat eyelid disorders, glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, thyroid eye disease, and provide general vision care including contact lens fittings.
Do you offer surgery for vision correction?
Yes, we perform cataract surgery with premium lens implants and offer refractive solutions like toric lenses for astigmatism correction.
Are your doctors board-certified?
All our ophthalmologists are board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology with specialized training in their respective fields.
Where are your offices located?
We have three locations serving Kansas City (main office), Warrensburg, and Sedalia, Missouri for convenient patient access.
What diagnostic tests do you offer?
Our comprehensive exams include retinal scans, visual field testing, tear duct assessments, and specialized imaging for glaucoma and diabetic eye disease.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept major insurance plans including Medicare and commercial vision coverage. Contact our billing department for specific plan verification.
