Bellevue Eyecare Center

read moreOn behalf of our optometrist, Dr. James W. Kirkconnell, we're delighted to welcome you to Bellevue Eyecare Center, your trusted home for family optometry. Our combination of attentive care, comprehensive skill, deep experience, and a wide range of services enables us to serve all your primary eye care needs. We hope you'll take some time to explore the various features on this website — and that you'll be inspired to explore our clinic in person! Bellevue Eyecare Center is an established fixture in the Nashville community for its commitment to high-quality eye and vision care for area residents.

read moreAt Bellevue Eyecare, our optometry staff works together to ensure your visit is comfortable and completed in a timely manner. We have a qualified team of professionals that will work around your busy schedule and address any questions or concerns prior to the appointment. Whether it's a general eye exam or treating a condition that requires an in depth diagnosis, our team provides undivided attention to each patient so we can evaluate a plan based on your needs and our professional opinion. Our doctor offers full vision examinations and will diagnose and treat an array of eye diseases and conditions to keep your eyes healthy!

read moreMacular degeneration is a deterioration of the central portion of the retina, the inside layer of the eye that records the images we see and sends them through the optic nerve from the eye to the brain for processing. The macula, or the center of the retina, is responsible for focusing central vision in the eye and controls our ability to see and process information. Although macular degeneration can occur naturally through old age, living an unhealthy lifestyle increases your probability; smoking, being overweight, genetics, and exposure to blue light plays a crucial role in the likelihood of being diagnosed with this disease.

read moreBellevue Eyecare has been assisting patients for years by helping them with clearer vision and healthier eyes. Our entire staff enjoys assisting others and makes sure that you never leave our office with unanswered questions. If you are interested in laser surgery, we will begin with a comprehensive eye examination, which will let us know more about you and your needs. We may have to perform some testing to properly diagnose your eye conditions. During this time, the surgeon and staff will go over what you can expect before, during and after the procedure; we want to make sure to give you realistic answers for your unique vision.

read moreSunglasses are everywhere in the summer. They provide looks that are dramatic both due to their shaded lenses and because of the frames that can be chosen for them. Their looks aren't the only reason to wear them, though - they have many practical benefits as well. Here is some more information courtesy of our Bellevue Eyecare. From an eye doctor's perspective, the reason is simple: sunglasses protect your eyes. High-quality pairs come with UV-blocking capabilities, so your eyes are safe from these dangerous rays.

read moreCataracts affect more than 24.4 million U.S. residents who are at least 40 years old. By the time they reach age 75, approximately half of Americans have them. Since no studies have proven how to prevent them, the best way to protect your vision is by scheduling regular vision exams with Dr. Kirkconnell. The only way to cure a cataract is to remove the lens on which it forms. Our practice treats cataracts based on the degree of visual impairment they create. For a patient whose vision is only minimally affected, the appropriate therapy might be regular monitoring.

read moreHere at Bellevue Eyecare we can help you maintain the health of your eyes and see clearly with our comprehensive optometry services that include eye exams, diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and an optical shop. We offer services in English and Spanish. When you need a new prescription, suspect there's been a change in your vision or it's time for your yearly eye exam, you can count on us to provide the right eye care services for you and your family. If you have a suspect you have an eye disease, like glaucoma, AMD, cataracts or diabetic retinopathy, our eye doctor can examine your eyes, including your retina and macula, to determine if you have any deterioration.

read moreOcular Surface Disease, also known as dry eye, can occur from certain medications, naturally by aging, or as a symptom arising from systemic diseases such as Sjogren's syndrome, Rheumatoid arthritis, or Lupus. If you have a minor case of dry eye, you may be experiencing irritation, excessive tearing, fluctuating vision, and/or a burning sensation in your eyes. Excessive dry eyes, or dry eye symptoms that go untreated, have the potential to damage eye tissue, scar your corneas, and impair your vision.