Business Details
28 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Optometrists in Starkville, MS
At Mississippi Eye Care, we have dedicated ourselves to providing exceptional optometric services since 1998. Our team of 15 experienced doctors combines over 150 years of collective expertise to deliver personalized eye care across East Central Mississippi. We specialize in comprehensive vision exams, contact lens fittings, LASIK consultations, and advanced treatments for eye conditions. Our mission stems from a vision to preserve community-based eye care while integrating cutting-edge technology. Through strategic partnerships with local clinics, we maintain accessibility while ensuring continuity of care for generations.Our optometrists undergo rigorous training to diagnose and manage ocular diseases effectively. We prioritize patient education, empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their visual health. From pediatric eye exams to geriatric vision care, our services cater to all age groups. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our investment in state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment. We measure success through patient satisfaction and long-term eye health outcomes rather than transactional metrics. This philosophy has allowed us to establish trust within the communities we serve.
Services
Eye Exams
Contact Lens Exams
LASIK Consultations
Computer Vision Treatment
Sports Vision
Sunglasses
Vision Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- Our 15 doctors combine over 150 years of optometric experience
- We utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic technology for accurate assessments
- We maintain community-based clinics with personalized patient care
- We offer comprehensive services from pediatric to geriatric eye care
- We provide LASIK pre- and post-operative care with specialist referrals
What people say
Great experience
Friendly staff
Comfortable with kids
No dilation needed
Professional and caring
Services
Eye Exams
Our comprehensive eye exams assess visual acuity, eye health, and functional vision. Using advanced diagnostic technology, we detect vision changes and potential eye diseases. The exams include digital retina imaging and personalized recommendations for vision correction or treatment.
Contact Lens Exams
Specialized contact lens exams determine your suitability for contacts. We perform precise corneal measurements and trial fittings to ensure optimal comfort and vision. Our optometrists help select appropriate lens materials and replacement schedules tailored to your lifestyle and eye health needs.
LASIK Consultations
We provide thorough LASIK evaluations to determine surgical candidacy. Our pre-operative assessments include corneal mapping and visual acuity testing. We coordinate with specialist surgeons and manage post-operative care to ensure optimal visual outcomes following laser vision correction.
Sports Vision
Customized sports vision assessments enhance athletic performance through improved visual processing. We evaluate depth perception, peripheral awareness, and reaction times. Our training programs help athletes achieve better visual coordination for competitive advantage in various sports.
Vision Therapy
Our vision therapy programs address visual processing disorders through structured exercises. This non-surgical treatment improves eye coordination, focusing abilities, and visual information processing. We develop personalized therapy plans to enhance visual skills for children and adults.
People
Dr. Kent Stribling
Optometrist
Dr. Stribling graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry. He has practiced in Philadelphia, Mississippi since 1989, specializing in comprehensive eye care and community vision health initiatives.
Dr. Gil Davis
Optometrist
Dr. Davis earned his optometry degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He has served Newton, Mississippi since 1989, focusing on ocular disease management and community-based eye care delivery systems.
Dr. Emily Fleming
Optometrist
Dr. Fleming joined Mississippi Eye Care in 2008. She specializes in pediatric eye exams and family vision care, bringing expertise in developmental vision assessment to our Union clinic location.
Dr. Chris Collins
Optometrist
Dr. Collins practiced in Bay Springs before joining Mississippi Eye Care in 2014. He focuses on geriatric eye care and age-related vision changes, providing compassionate care for senior patients.
Dr. Woody Davis
Optometrist
Dr. Woody Davis established Meridian Eye Care before joining our team in 2014. He specializes in contact lens fittings and complex refractive error corrections at our Meridian location.
Questions
What services does Mississippi Eye Care offer?
We provide comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, LASIK consultations, computer vision treatment, sports vision assessments, and vision therapy. Our clinics also offer prescription sunglasses and specialized eye disease management.
Do you accept emergency eye care cases?
Yes, we accept eye emergencies at all our locations. Our trained optometrists can handle urgent vision issues and provide appropriate referrals when necessary.
How can I schedule an appointment?
You can schedule appointments online through our website by selecting your preferred clinic location. Alternatively, you can call any of our clinic locations directly for scheduling assistance.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We work with most major vision insurance providers. For specific details about your coverage, please contact our central billing office at (662) 446-9000 or consult with your clinic's administrative staff.
Do you offer LASIK surgery?
While we don't perform LASIK surgery, we provide pre-operative evaluations and post-operative care. Our optometrists will refer qualified candidates to trusted specialist surgeons for the procedure.
Are your doctors qualified to treat eye diseases?
Our 15 optometrists have extensive experience in diagnosing and managing eye diseases. They receive ongoing training in the latest treatment protocols and use advanced diagnostic equipment for accurate assessments.
