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Your Trusted Optometrists in Southaven & Olive Branch
Desoto Eye has been serving patients in Southaven and Olive Branch, Mississippi since our founding. Our team of experienced doctors, including Dr. Schaeffer, Dr. Hooker, and Dr. Ridge, provides comprehensive eye care services ranging from routine exams to advanced surgical treatments. We specialize in diagnosing and treating conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration while offering vision correction solutions such as LASIK surgery and custom contact lenses. Our practice maintains a strong commitment to patient education, ensuring every individual understands their treatment options and eye health status.With two convenient locations and extended weekday hours, we prioritize accessibility without compromising personalized attention. Our optical dispensaries feature a wide selection of designer frames to meet diverse patient needs. The practice emphasizes transparent communication, explaining every procedure thoroughly and addressing all patient questions with professionalism. We accept major vision insurance plans and offer financing options to make quality eye care accessible to all members of our community.
Services
Eye Exams
Cataract Surgery
LASIK
Glaucoma Treatment
Contact Lenses
Dry Eye Treatment
Macular Degeneration
Cornea Transplants
Diabetic Retinopathy
Designer Frames
Highlights and features
- We provide comprehensive eye exams and specialized treatments for all ages.
- Our doctors have decades of combined experience in vision correction surgery.
- We offer same-day emergency eye care services for urgent needs.
- Our practice accepts major vision insurance plans and financing options.
- We maintain extended weekday hours for patient convenience.
What people say
Amazing staff
Very professional
Seen on time
Safe environment
Highly recommend
Services
Eye Exams
Our comprehensive eye exams assess visual acuity, eye health, and potential vision-threatening conditions. Using advanced diagnostic technology, we detect early signs of cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. The exams include personalized consultations to discuss results and treatment options.
Cataract Surgery
We offer modern cataract removal procedures using precision surgical techniques. Our specialists replace clouded lenses with advanced intraocular implants to restore clear vision. The treatment includes pre-operative evaluations and post-surgical care to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
LASIK Surgery
Our LASIK procedures use laser technology to correct refractive errors like nearsightedness and astigmatism. The treatment includes candidacy evaluations and customized surgical planning to achieve the best possible visual acuity without glasses or contacts.
Glaucoma Treatment
We provide comprehensive glaucoma management including early detection through tonometry and visual field testing. Treatment options include medicated eye drops, laser therapy, and surgical interventions to prevent vision loss from increased intraocular pressure.
Contact Lenses
Our practice offers comprehensive contact lens fittings for various vision needs. We provide specialty lenses for astigmatism, presbyopia, and dry eye conditions. The service includes follow-up evaluations to ensure proper fit and visual comfort with different lens materials and designs.
People
Alan R. Schaeffer
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Schaeffer specializes in cataract surgery and comprehensive eye care. With over 20 years of clinical experience, he focuses on personalized treatment plans and patient education about eye health and vision correction options.
Phillip A Hooker Jr
Optometrist
Dr. Hooker provides primary vision care including eye exams and contact lens fittings. He emphasizes preventive eye health screenings and manages ocular diseases like glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy with evidence-based treatment approaches.
Michael Bifano
Optometrist
Dr. Bifano specializes in vision correction and ocular disease management. He focuses on patient comfort during exams and provides detailed explanations of eye health findings and treatment recommendations using clear, accessible language.
Questions
What eye care services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive eye exams, cataract surgery, LASIK, glaucoma treatment, contact lens fittings, and designer eyewear at our Southaven and Olive Branch locations.
Do you handle eye emergencies?
Yes, we accept walk-in patients for eye emergencies during regular business hours at our Southaven location.
What insurance options do you accept?
We work with major vision insurance providers and offer flexible payment plans to accommodate various financial situations.
Are financing options available?
Yes, we provide vision financing options to help patients access necessary eye care services.
What are your office hours?
Our Southaven office is open Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM and Saturday 9AM-12PM. Olive Branch follows the same schedule except Saturday closure.
How can I schedule an appointment?
You can request appointments online through our website or by calling either our Southaven (662-349-1959) or Olive Branch (662-895-3937) offices.
