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Why choose UU eye specialists?

Since 1935, University Eye Specialists has provided expert eye care to patients in East Tennessee and beyond. Our practice includes regionally and nationally respected ophthalmologists, ophthalmic surgeons, subspecialists and optometrists practicing in five vision health care centers across the region.

Why choose university eye specialists East Tennessee?

As partners of University Eye Specialists, we welcome you. We are a community of experienced, caring physicians who have been providing comprehensive eye care of the highest quality for over 40 years. Serving patients of Western New York and Northern Pennsylvania, we encourage you to make an appointment at one of our 5 locations: Batavia ...

Why choose university eye specialists for vision correction?

Founded in 1971, the University Eye Center is the patient care facility of the State University of New York College of Optometry. We are one of the largest vision care clinics in the country with approximately 70,000 patient visits annually.

How can our eye doctors help you?

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Your Vision Is Our Mission

Whether you are seeking a preventive eye exam or have been referred to us by your physician, our dedicated team of doctors will work with you to ensure that your vision and quality of life are at their best.

Our services include

See the world the way it deserves to be seen: in full colors, brightness, clarity and comfort… Our ophthalmologists are here to help!

What is the branch of ophthalmology that treats tumors on the surface of the eye?

Ocular oncology. This branch of ophthalmology concerns the diagnosis and treatment of tumors on the surface or inside of the eye. Fortunately, there are many options for treating eye cancer once it is detected. Our ocular oncology experts specialize in treating eye lesions and tumors in adults and children.

What is the procedure to correct vision?

Our vision care team offers a full range of vision correction surgeries to help you see clearly. Learn more. Laser surgery.

What is AK in eye surgery?

AK is a procedure that corrects astigmatism by reshaping the cornea with carefully placed incisions. AK is also used with PRK to correct combined astigmatism and nearsightedness. Learn more. Clear lens exchange (CLE) With CLE, the natural lens of the eye is removed and replaced with a lens implant.

What age do cataracts occur?

A cataract is when the lens in the eye becomes opaque and clouds and dims vision. Most cataracts develop as people age, usually occurring at age 65 and older. Cataract surgery removes the opaque lens and replaces it with a clear artificial lens.

Why does my cornea swell?

When injured, the cornea can swell, lose some of its transparency and cloud vision. This swelling is called corneal edema. This condition can develop because of trauma, eye surgery, infection, inflammation, various eye diseases and over-wearing certain types of contact lenses. Learn more.

What is oculofacial surgery?

Our oculofacial plastic surgeons are experts at aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyes and the delicate tissues around them. Our surgeons perform brow and face lifts, repair facial damage from trauma, and remove tumors. They also work hard to make sure you’re happy with the way you look.

What does a health plan cover?

Health plans cover exams that diagnose and treat medical problems, such as conjunctivitis, glaucoma, cataracts and vision loss. Always check with your insurance company to see what your benefits are before your appointment. Insurance info.

Insurance Accepted at University Eye Associates!

We provide both medical and routine eye care, therefore we accept and file many medical and vision insurance plans. Please be sure to provide your most current insurance information when you schedule your appointment with us. This allows us to verify your benefits prior to your appointment.

Vision Insurance

Make the most of your eye care benefits at University Eye Associates. Vision care plans generally cover routine vision exams along with eyeglasses and/or contact lenses. Vision plans only cover a basic screening for eye disease. They do not cover diagnosis, management or treatment of eye diseases.

Medical Insurance

Medical insurance will be filed if you have any eye health problem or systemic health problem that has ocular complications. Your doctor will determine if these conditions apply to you, but some are determined by your case history.