Business Details
47 Years
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Emergency
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Comprehensive Eye Care in Ventura, CA
Dr. Funnell Optometry has been serving the Ventura community for over 20 years, building on a legacy of excellence established by Dr. Tom Funnell in 1979. Our practice combines advanced technology with personalized care to deliver comprehensive eye health solutions for patients of all ages. We specialize in routine exams, pediatric eye care, glaucoma management, and specialty contact lens fittings, including scleral lenses. Our team prioritizes preventive care, emphasizing early detection of ocular diseases to preserve vision long-term.With a focus on patient education, we guide individuals in selecting eyewear and treatments tailored to their unique visual demands. Our commitment to compassionate care ensures every patient receives individualized attention and access to the latest advancements in optometry. By maintaining a patient-centric approach, we aim to enhance quality of life through improved vision and ocular health.
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Pediatric Eye Exams
Glaucoma Treatment
Specialty Contacts
Dry Eye Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in Ventura's eye care community
- Our team specializes in scleral lens fittings and dry eye treatments
- We provide personalized care for patients from infancy through adulthood
- Our practice combines advanced diagnostics with preventive eye health strategies
- We maintain extended hours to accommodate patient schedules
What people say
Thorough exams
Compassionate staff
Expert dry eye care
Specialty lens success
Family-friendly approach
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Our comprehensive eye exams evaluate visual acuity, eye health, and systemic health indicators. Using advanced diagnostic tools, we detect early signs of glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. The exam includes pupil dilation for retinal evaluation and tonometry for intraocular pressure measurement. We assess color vision, peripheral vision, and eye coordination while reviewing your medical history to identify risk factors. These exams are crucial for maintaining optimal vision and detecting ocular diseases in their earliest, most treatable stages.
Pediatric Eye Exams
Specialized pediatric exams monitor visual development from infancy through adolescence. We use age-appropriate techniques to assess eye alignment, focusing ability, and visual acuity. Early detection of amblyopia, strabismus, and refractive errors ensures timely intervention. Our exams include developmental screenings to identify vision-related learning difficulties. We provide follow-up care for children with diagnosed vision conditions, emphasizing comfortable, child-friendly approaches to build lifelong eye health habits.
Glaucoma Treatment
Our glaucoma care combines advanced diagnostics with personalized treatment plans. We utilize OCT imaging and visual field testing to monitor optic nerve health. Treatment options include medicated eye drops, laser therapy, and co-management of surgical interventions. We emphasize patient education about intraocular pressure management and medication compliance. Regular follow-ups track disease progression while minimizing vision loss through evidence-based interventions tailored to individual patient needs.
Specialty Contacts
We specialize in fitting specialty contact lenses including scleral lenses for keratoconus and post-surgical patients. Our fittings include precise corneal mapping and trial lens assessments. We offer hybrid lenses combining rigid and soft materials for optimal comfort and vision correction. Our expertise extends to managing complex cases like dry eye syndrome and presbyopia with customized lens solutions that enhance visual quality and wearing comfort.
Dry Eye Therapy
Our dry eye management employs a multi-faceted approach using advanced diagnostics to identify underlying causes. Treatment options include prescription medications like Restasis, punctal plugs, and LipiFlow thermal pulsation therapy. We offer customized dry eye protocols combining artificial tears, nutritional supplements, and environmental modifications. Our approach focuses on restoring tear film stability while addressing contributing factors like meibomian gland dysfunction.
People
Dr. Colin Funnell
Optometrist
Dr. Colin Funnell graduated with honors from Southern California College of Optometry in 2019. He specializes in dry eye treatments, specialty contact lenses, and glaucoma management. With experience treating patients from infancy, he emphasizes preventive care through routine exams. Dr. Funnell continues his father's legacy of compassionate eye care in Ventura while incorporating modern diagnostic techniques.
Dr. Tom Funnell
Retired Optometrist
Dr. Tom Funnell founded the practice in 1979 after graduating from UC Berkeley. He specialized in contact lenses, aging vision correction, and refractive surgery co-management. With national award-winning research in corneal physiology, he served Ventura patients for 40 years. Now retired, his commitment to personalized care continues through his son Dr. Colin Funnell's practice.
Questions
What age should children start getting eye exams?
Children should have their first comprehensive eye exam at 6 months, followed by screenings at age 3 and before school entry. Regular exams ensure proper visual development.
Do you treat eye emergencies?
Yes, we prioritize eye emergencies including sudden vision changes, eye injuries, and acute infections. Our team provides immediate assessment and treatment.
What makes your glaucoma treatment unique?
We combine advanced diagnostics with personalized treatment plans, including medicated drops, laser therapy, and co-management of surgical options for comprehensive glaucoma care.
What payment options do you offer?
We accept major insurance plans, credit cards, and cash. Flexible payment arrangements are available for treatment plans requiring multiple visits.
Do you offer weekend appointments?
Our regular office hours are Monday-Friday. We maintain weekday evening hours to accommodate busy schedules while prioritizing emergency care after hours.
