Eye Exams

Gelner Optometry, P. C. offers comprehensive eye health examinations including screening for cataracts, glaucoma, and other eye diseases. Visual fields are performed on patients to evaluate peripheral vision and the status of the retina.

Corneal topography equipment is used to evaluate the overall corneal status for potential lasik vision patients as well as contact lens wearers. This measurement takes a computerized mapping of the cornea.

Contact Lenses   Top

Many varieties of contact lenses are available at Gelner Optometry, P.C. Bifocal and astigmatism correcting lenses are fit regularly as well as the traditional single vision lenses.

The daily use soft lens is recommended highly for individuals with allergy problems, athletes, and frequent travelers.

Another alternative is the oxygen permeable rigid contact lens, which can be custom designed for the individual patient.

Eyeglasses    Top

The eyeglass dispensary has a wide variety of spectacle frames available. Many designer lines are presented including Ralph Lauren Polo, Eddie Bauer, Giorgio Armani, Coach, Stetson, and Sophia Loren.

Utilitarian frames are also available for those patients who want a sturdy pair of glasses without the name brand expense.

Insurance   Top

Most national vision insurance plans are accepted at our office. These include plans offered by many employers, such as Parkway Schools, Anheuser-Busch, Southwestern Bell, Amdocs, Lucent Technologies, At&T, and Boeing.

If in doubt about your particular insurance coverage, please check with your human resources department about your plan.

Referrals  Top

Need a referral to a lasik specialist? Looking for the best eye surgeon for your cataract surgery? Wondering which ophthalmologist can best handle your special eye care problems?

Dr. Gelner will be happy to share her resources and guide you to the finest in the field. Just call 314-434-2626 or e-mail  doctor@gelner.com