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Re: Need Houston bifocal contact lens O.D.

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From: Frank Matthews
Date: Sat, 23 Nov 2002 05:39
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It may appear strange but I think that your best bet is the clinic at 
the UH Optometry School.  It will take longer since the students are 
slower and the faculty redo most everything to check them out but the 
work is excellent.

Frank Matthews

Lee S. wrote:
> On Fri, 22 Nov 2002 16:36:34 GMT, "Marc" <f9fmcxspam@yahoo.com> wrote:
> 
> 
>>Does anyone know of an O.D., like Larry Bickford, O.D. of this
>>group (sci.med.vision) in Houston?
>>
>>I'm trying my first bi-focal contact lenses (and first glasses), and I don't
>>think my present O.D. has much experience in this area.  Most of my
>>questions aren't being answered.  Sometimes I feel like I'm his first
>>patient.
>>
>>I know that bifocal contact lenses may not produce as good results as
>>regular glasses, but I would like to know I explored the best options with
>>them. I sure like the convenience of not having to wear glasses.
>>
>>I would like someone that believes they will work satisfactorily, and is not
>>prejudiced toward one type or another.
>>
>>Thanks in advance,
>>
>>Marc
>>
>>Remove x and following 4 letters for email.
>>
>>
>>
>>
> 
> 
> Marc
> 
> I may be a bit predjudiced, but I own an optical shop in the Rice
> Village   (Eye Spy Optical  2551 Amherst  713-533-9107)  and I employ
> a brilliant optometrist named Ted Vorster who has almost 20 years
> experience.  Iam not sure of his bifocal contact experience, but
> please call the store and speak to him- I hope he can help you.
> 
> 
> thanks
> 
> 
> Lee S.
> 
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