Business Details
Comprehensive Eye Exams & Vision Therapy in Atlanta, GA
VPC Vision Performance Center is a dedicated optometric practice specializing in comprehensive eye exams and vision therapy. Our mission focuses on identifying and resolving vision problems through patient-centered care, utilizing state-of-the-art equipment to go beyond standard 20/20 evaluations. We prioritize patient education, explaining how vision development impacts daily tasks while offering personalized treatment plans for conditions like visual processing disorders, strabismus, and post-concussion syndrome. With expertise in developmental optometry, our team delivers tailored vision therapy programs for children and adults, addressing academic, athletic, and neurological needs.Our flexible summer hours and commitment to community outreach reflect our understanding of patient schedules and local needs. We maintain affiliations with professional organizations like COVD and NORA to ensure cutting-edge care. Patient testimonials highlight successful outcomes in reducing symptoms like double vision, headaches, and learning-related visual difficulties. Our practice combines clinical excellence with compassionate service, fostering trust through transparent communication and evidence-based treatments.
Services
Eye Exam
Vision Therapy
Frames and Contacts
Visual Information Processing Disorders
Strabismus Treatment
Eye Tracking Skills
Post-Concussion Syndrome
Binocular Vision Disorders
Accommodative Disorders
Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)
Highlights and features
- We specialize in vision therapy for children and adults with developmental needs.
- Our team utilizes state-of-the-art equipment for comprehensive visual evaluations.
- We offer personalized treatment plans for post-concussion syndrome and strabismus.
- Our flexible summer hours accommodate busy patient schedules.
- We provide evidence-based care endorsed by professional organizations like COVD.
Associations and certifications
- College of Optometrists and Vision Development (COVD)
What people say
Improved vision
Reduced headaches
Professional staff
Successful treatment
Happy patients
Services
Vision Therapy
Our vision therapy programs address neurological and developmental visual disorders through interactive procedures. Tailored to individual needs, this treatment improves eye teaming, tracking, and focusing skills for children and adults. Patients experience enhanced academic performance, reduced double vision, and better coordination after completing our structured therapy sessions.
Eye Exam
Our eye exams assess visual acuity, eye health, and functional vision skills beyond standard 20/20 testing. We evaluate binocular vision, focusing ability, and visual processing to detect conditions affecting learning and daily activities. These exams are critical for diagnosing undetected vision problems in both children and adults.
Strabismus Treatment
We treat misaligned eyes through vision therapy, prism lenses, and specialized exercises. This approach improves binocular coordination, reduces double vision, and prevents lazy eye development. Our treatment integrates neurological and muscular components to restore proper eye alignment and visual function.
Post-Concussion Syndrome
Our neuro-optometric rehabilitation addresses visual disturbances following head injuries. Through targeted therapy, we resolve symptoms like unstable vision, headaches, and focusing difficulties. This specialized care restores visual stability and improves quality of life for concussion patients.
Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)
We treat lazy eye through vision therapy and patching protocols that strengthen underused visual pathways. Our approach improves visual acuity and binocular function in children and adults. Early intervention prevents long-term vision impairment caused by amblyopia.
People
Dr. Nicole Gurbal
Owner
Dr. Gurbal is a developmental optometrist with a Doctor of Optometry degree from The New England College of Optometry. She completed a residency in Pediatrics and Vision Therapy and holds a Fellowship from COVD. With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in children's vision care and neuro-optometric rehabilitation.
Natasha Newman
Vision Therapist
Natasha has 5 years of experience in optometry, including 4 years as a vision therapist. She specializes in patient-centered care, focusing on individualized therapy sessions that address specific visual challenges. Her approach emphasizes patient comfort and open communication during treatment.
Karen Rendon
Vision Therapist
Karen brings 7 years of eyecare experience to her role, specializing in pediatric vision therapy. She emphasizes tailored treatment plans that adapt to each patient's unique visual development needs. Her expertise includes helping children improve visual system proficiency through structured therapy sessions.
Questions
What is vision therapy?
Vision therapy is a structured program of eye exercises that improve visual skills and neurological processing. It treats conditions like eye teaming problems, focusing difficulties, and visual processing disorders through personalized, interactive procedures.
How do I know if my child needs vision therapy?
Signs include reading difficulties, frequent headaches, double vision, or poor academic performance despite normal eyesight. A comprehensive evaluation at our center can identify underlying visual issues affecting learning and development.
Do you treat adults?
Yes, we provide vision therapy for adults with conditions like post-concussion visual disturbances, eye strain from computer use, and unresolved childhood vision problems. Our treatments adapt to adult visual needs and lifestyle requirements.
What happens during a comprehensive eye exam?
Our exams assess visual acuity, eye health, and functional vision skills. We test eye teaming, focusing, and tracking abilities to detect problems that standard screenings miss, providing a complete picture of visual performance.
How long does treatment take?
Program duration varies based on individual needs. Most patients attend weekly sessions for several months, with progress monitored through regular assessments. Home exercises complement in-office therapy to maximize treatment effectiveness.
