Business Details
31 Years
experience
Comprehensive Optometry Services in San Jose, CA
Westside Family Vision Center has been dedicated to preserving and enhancing vision for over 30 years. Our practice combines personalized care with cutting-edge technology to address a wide range of vision needs, from routine eye exams to specialized treatments for children's vision-related learning difficulties and adult computer-related eye strain. Our team of experienced optometrists utilizes advanced diagnostic tools to ensure accurate assessments and tailored treatment plans. We prioritize patient education, empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their eye health. With locations in San Jose and Saratoga, we serve families with compassionate, comprehensive care.Our commitment to ongoing education and community engagement underscores our role as trusted leaders in optometric services. We emphasize preventive care, early detection of ocular diseases, and innovative solutions like neurolens technology for symptom relief. Our staff's expertise in developmental optometry addresses complex visual processing issues, ensuring patients achieve optimal visual performance. Transparency in communication and ethical practices guide every interaction, fostering long-term trust with our patients. By integrating modern techniques with a patient-centric approach, we strive to exceed expectations in every aspect of vision care.
Services
Vision Therapy
Contact Lenses
BlephEx
CRT Lenses
LASIK Co-Management
Eye Exams
Fashion Eyewear
Developmental Optometry
Glaucoma Treatment
Neurolens Technology
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in comprehensive optometric care.
- Our practice utilizes advanced technology like neurolens and OCT imaging.
- Personalized treatment plans address individual vision health needs.
- Experienced doctors specialize in developmental optometry and vision therapy.
- Two convenient locations serving San Jose and Saratoga communities.
What people say
Thorough eye exam
Knowledgeable and personable
Very informative
Work well with children
Fantastic Dr. and staff
Services
Vision Therapy
Vision therapy improves visual performance through customized exercises addressing eye coordination, focusing, and processing issues. Ideal for children with learning-related vision problems and adults experiencing computer vision syndrome, this non-surgical approach enhances comfort and efficiency. Our certified therapists use evidence-based techniques to strengthen visual skills, reducing symptoms like headaches and blurred vision while improving academic or occupational performance.
CRT Lenses
CRT lenses are gas-permeable contact lenses worn overnight to temporarily reshape the cornea, reducing myopia and astigmatism. This non-surgical solution provides clear daytime vision without glasses or contacts, particularly effective for children. The FDA-approved treatment slows myopia progression while offering convenience for active lifestyles, including athletes and professionals requiring uncorrected vision for work demands like pilots or first responders.
BlephEx
BlephEx is an in-office procedure that removes bacterial biofilm and debris from eyelids, treating blepharitis and associated symptoms like dry eyes and irritation. Using a patented micro-sponge applicator, the painless treatment exfoliates eyelids to prevent chronic inflammation and improve tear film quality. Patients experience immediate relief from discomfort, with results lasting several months, reducing the need for ongoing medication or artificial tear dependency.
Neurolens Technology
Neurolens technology addresses eye misalignment causing symptoms like headaches, neck pain, and motion sickness through precision-ground lenses. Utilizing advanced diagnostics, these lenses correct binocular vision dysfunction by aligning the eyes' gaze, improving comfort during near tasks. Patients report significant symptom reduction within days, with applications for digital eye strain relief and enhanced visual stability during activities like reading or driving.
Developmental Optometry
Developmental optometry focuses on how vision impacts learning, behavior, and overall performance beyond basic sight correction. We assess visual-motor integration, depth perception, and processing speed to address issues affecting reading fluency and concentration. Tailored interventions include vision therapy and specialized lenses, helping patients of all ages overcome undiagnosed vision barriers to academic success, workplace productivity, and daily comfort.
People
Dr. Larry Fabian
Optometrist
Dr. Fabian specializes in comprehensive eye care with expertise in vision therapy and developmental optometry. He emphasizes patient education and personalized treatment plans to address both functional and ocular health needs.
Dr. Jeffrey Fanelli
Optometrist
Dr. Fanelli focuses on advanced diagnostics and treatment for vision-related learning difficulties in children. His approach combines traditional optometry with innovative therapies to improve visual processing and academic performance.
Dr. Mary Dougherty
Optometrist
Dr. Dougherty provides specialized care for adults with computer vision syndrome and presbyopia. She integrates neurolens technology and ergonomic assessments to reduce digital eye strain and enhance visual comfort.
Dr. Jeremy Tsui
Optometrist
Dr. Tsui specializes in contact lens fittings and myopia management using CRT lenses. He works with patients of all ages to achieve clear, comfortable vision through non-surgical, customized solutions.
Connie
Vision Therapist
Connie has over 35 years of experience in vision therapy, helping patients develop visual skills for improved learning and daily function. Her background in psychology enhances her holistic approach to patient care.
Questions
What age groups do you treat?
We provide care for all ages, from children with vision-related learning issues to adults managing digital eye strain or presbyopia.
Do you accept vision insurance?
We work with most major vision insurance plans and assist with claims processing, though coverage varies for specific services like vision therapy.
What is developmental optometry?
Developmental optometry addresses how vision impacts learning, coordination, and comfort beyond basic sight correction through therapy and specialized lenses.
Are CRT lenses safe for children?
Yes, CRT lenses are FDA-approved for overnight wear in children and effectively slow myopia progression while providing daytime vision clarity.
How does neurolens technology work?
Neurolens uses micro-prism technology to realign eyesight, reducing symptoms like headaches and motion sickness caused by binocular vision dysfunction.
