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Your Trusted Optometrists in Bethesda, MD
We are a team of dedicated eye care professionals committed to providing comprehensive vision health services to residents of Montgomery County. Our practice combines decades of clinical expertise with cutting-edge diagnostic technology to deliver personalized care tailored to each patient's unique needs. Our doctors bring extensive experience in optometric care, including specialized training in ocular disease management and refractive surgery co-management.We maintain a patient-centered approach, emphasizing clear communication, thorough examinations, and evidence-based treatment plans. Our investment in advanced technologies like the Clarifye digital exam system demonstrates our commitment to precision diagnostics and improved patient outcomes. With multiple locations serving Bethesda and Rockville, we strive to make high-quality eye care accessible to families and individuals throughout the region.
Services
Clarifye Digital Exam
Optometry
Radiology
Dry Eye Therapy
Ortho K
Eye Emergency
Childrens Eye Exams
Highlights and features
- We utilize Clarifye digital exam technology for precise measurements
- Our doctors have over 20 years of combined clinical experience
- We offer comprehensive emergency eye care services
- Specialized pediatric vision care with child-friendly equipment
- Board-certified optometrists with advanced training in ocular disease
What people say
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Services
Clarifye Digital Exam
Our Clarifye digital eye exam uses advanced optical technology to create precise eye measurements for accurate prescriptions. This automated system reduces patient uncertainty during exams while detecting vision issues that traditional methods might miss. The technology provides comprehensive eye health assessments, identifying potential problems like macular degeneration and cataracts at early stages for preventative care.
Dry Eye Therapy
We offer specialized dry eye treatments including BlephEx procedures and punctal occlusion therapy. Our approach combines advanced diagnostics with personalized treatment plans to address both symptoms and underlying causes. Services include LipiFlow thermal therapy, autologous serum eye drops, and TearLab osmolarity testing to restore proper eye lubrication and comfort.
Childrens Eye Exams
Our child-friendly eye exams use interactive technology to assess vision development in young patients. The Clarifye system provides quick, accurate measurements without requiring subjective responses from children. We specialize in detecting learning-related vision problems and monitoring developmental eye health to support academic success and proper visual development.
Eye Emergency
We provide immediate care for eye injuries, sudden vision changes, and acute ocular conditions. Our therapeutically trained optometrists handle emergencies like foreign body removal, chemical exposures, and trauma assessment. With 7-day doctor coverage, we ensure timely treatment to prevent permanent vision damage from urgent eye conditions.
Ortho K
Our Ortho K treatment uses specialized contact lenses to temporarily reshape the cornea during sleep. This non-surgical approach corrects myopia and slows its progression in children. The customized lenses provide clear daytime vision without glasses or contacts while addressing long-term vision development concerns through gentle corneal reshaping.
People
Dr. Louis A. Espejo
Founder & Clinical Director
Dr. Espejo established the Dry Eye Center of Excellence in Rockville after earning his optometry doctorate and master's in vision rehabilitation in 1992. With over 30 years of clinical experience, he specializes in ocular disease management and refractive surgery co-management. He leads continuing education initiatives and maintains active membership in professional optometric associations.
Dr. Julie Lieuw
Optometrist
Dr. Lieuw provides comprehensive eye care with expertise in contact lens fittings and pediatric vision assessments. She stays current with advancements in optometric technology through regular professional development courses. Her patient-centered approach emphasizes clear communication and thorough examination techniques for patients of all ages.
Dr. Raina Kallarackal
Optometrist
Dr. Kallarackal specializes in digital eye exams and vision therapy techniques. She focuses on integrating advanced diagnostic tools with personalized patient care plans. Her practice emphasizes preventive eye health maintenance and early detection of ocular conditions using modern optometric technologies.
Questions
What makes your eye exams different from other clinics?
We use Clarifye digital technology for precise measurements and automated diagnostics, reducing subjective responses during exams while detecting issues traditional methods might miss.
Do you treat children's vision problems?
Yes, we specialize in pediatric eye exams using child-friendly technology to detect learning-related vision issues and monitor developmental eye health.
How do you handle eye emergencies?
Our therapeutically trained optometrists provide urgent care for eye injuries and sudden vision changes with 7-day doctor coverage for immediate treatment.
What dry eye treatments do you offer?
We provide BlephEx treatments, LipiFlow thermal therapy, punctal occlusion, and customized serum eye drops for comprehensive dry eye management.
Do you accept insurance plans?
We work with major vision insurance providers and offer detailed billing assistance to maximize your coverage for eye exams and treatments.
