Business Details
40 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Optometrists in Southwest Indiana
Eyeworks has been dedicated to providing exceptional optometric care since July 1986, building on a legacy that began in 1945 with Dr. Eli B. Hendrix, Jr. Our practice combines advanced diagnostic technology with personalized attention to ensure optimal eye health and vision correction. With two locations in Southwest Indiana, we offer comprehensive eye exams, same-day glasses, and a wide selection of contact lenses and eyewear. Our team of five full-time optometrists brings decades of combined experience, ensuring patients receive accurate diagnoses and tailored treatment plans. We prioritize convenience through our on-site lens lab, enabling most prescriptions to be completed in an hour or less.Our commitment to affordability is reflected in our range of pricing options for lenses and frames, catering to diverse patient needs. By maintaining a patient-centered approach, we strive to make every visit efficient, educational, and comfortable. Our staff works diligently to simplify insurance processes and provide guidance in selecting eyewear that complements individual facial features. With extended evening hours at our Washington location and Saturday availability in Vincennes, we accommodate busy schedules. Our reputation for thorough care and friendly service has been reinforced through consistent community engagement and positive patient testimonials over the years.
Services
Comprehensive eye exams
Contact lens fittings
Eye disease diagnosis
Eyewear selection
Emergency eye care
Pre/post-operative care
Patient consultations
Vision therapy
Frame styling
Lens customization
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer glasses and contacts in about an hour with on-site lens manufacturing.
- Our five full-time optometrists have decades of combined clinical experience.
- We provide personalized eyewear consultations to match frames to facial features.
- Our modern diagnostic equipment ensures accurate eye health assessments.
- We maintain extended hours at our Washington location for patient convenience.
What people say
Very good to work with
Thorough with my exam
Awesome to work with
Nothing but good to say
Enjoyed my visit
Services
Comprehensive eye exams
Our thorough eye exams assess visual acuity, refractive errors, and overall eye health using advanced diagnostic equipment. We test peripheral vision, color perception, and intraocular pressure while examining both external and internal eye structures. These evaluations help detect early signs of conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration while determining precise corrective lens prescriptions.
Contact lens fittings
We provide customized contact lens fittings that consider corneal shape, tear film quality, and lifestyle needs. Our optometrists use specialized equipment to measure eye curvature and recommend appropriate lens materials and replacement schedules. We offer both traditional and specialty lenses for conditions like astigmatism and presbyopia, ensuring optimal comfort and vision correction.
Eyewear selection
Our experienced opticians guide patients through selecting frames that complement facial features and personal style. We carry premium brands like Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Kate Spade while offering expert advice on frame shapes that balance different face types. Our Trivex lenses provide lightweight, durable options with various tinting and coating possibilities for enhanced visual comfort.
Emergency eye care
We treat urgent eye conditions including foreign object removal, chemical exposures, and sudden vision changes. Our team handles acute issues like corneal abrasions, allergic reactions, and eye infections with immediate diagnostic assessments. Patients receive prompt care for trauma-related injuries and referrals for complex cases requiring specialist intervention.
Pre/post-operative care
We provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing LASIK, cataract surgery, and other vision correction procedures. Our services include pre-operative evaluations to determine surgical candidacy and post-operative monitoring to ensure proper healing. We coordinate with surgical specialists to optimize outcomes and manage any complications following eye surgeries.
People
Dr. N. Rhett Baker
Optometrist
Dr. Baker earned his Doctorate of Optometry from Indiana University in 1999 after completing clinical internships at Keesler Air Force Base and leading eye care centers. He specializes in ocular disease management and brings extensive experience from military and referral clinics.
Dr. Eli B. Hendrix IV
Optometrist
Fourth-generation optometrist Dr. Hendrix received his degree from Indiana University and completed rotations at multiple specialty eye care centers. He brings expertise in glaucoma management and therapeutic optometry from his Texas practice experience.
Dr. J.W. DeCoursey
Optometrist
Dr. DeCoursey combines optometric expertise with nursing experience, having worked in intensive care before earning his optometry degree in 2009. He specializes in comprehensive eye exams and brings diverse clinical experience from multiple Indiana medical centers.
Dr. Ryan Kluemper
Optometrist
Dr. Kluemper graduated from Indiana University School of Optometry in 2007 after completing externships at major Midwest eye clinics. He focuses on family eye care and has particular interest in pediatric vision development and sports vision.
Questions
What is LASIK surgery?
LASIK is a laser procedure that reshapes the cornea to correct vision by creating a thin corneal flap and using laser energy for precise tissue removal.
What causes macular degeneration?
Macular degeneration involves deterioration of the retina's central area, often related to aging or hereditary factors affecting central vision clarity.
Why do I need bifocals after 40?
Natural lens hardening occurs around age 40, requiring bifocals to address both distance and near vision needs through dual-lens design.
What is amblyopia in children?
Amblyopia, or lazy eye, occurs when one eye fails to develop proper vision due to uncorrected refractive errors or misalignment requiring early intervention.
How are cataracts treated?
Cataracts are surgically removed through outpatient procedures replacing the clouded lens with an artificial implant to restore clear vision.
What does 20/100 vision mean?
20/100 vision indicates seeing at 20 feet what a person with normal vision sees at 100 feet, representing significant visual acuity reduction.
