Finding an Eye Doctor in Fort Myers
Finding an eye doctor you can trust in Fort Myers should involve some thoughtful research. Consider Elmquist Eye Group for our team of knowledgeable, experienced opticians, optometrists and ophthalmologists who provide families with better eye care than each type of eye doctor could provide on his or her own.
Elmquist Eye Group has been serving Lee County and Southwest Florida for over 25 years. E. Trevor Elmquist, DO is an outstanding board certified ophthalmologist who offers wide-ranging knowledge about diseases and other conditions that may affect your vision.
Dr. Elmquist’s skilled associates, including Kate Wagner, OD, partner, Nina Burt, OD, and Sarah Eccles-Brown, MD, provide a complete range of eye care services and have the expertise to care for anyone in your family, from children to seniors, in a comfortable and caring setting.
How to Find an Eye Doctor You Can Trust
Whether you need an optometrist or an ophthalmologist, you may need to do a little research to find an eye doctor who is a good fit for you and your family. Here are some reliable places to start.
- America’s Top Doctors: This guide from Castle Connolly identifies the nation’s best doctors in every part of the country and in every medical specialty. Doctors are nominated by their peers, researched by a team of physicians, and cannot pay to be listed. E. Trevor Elmquist, DO, is listed as one of Castle Connolly’s America’s Top Doctors in Ophthalmology. Outstanding doctors like Dr. Elmquist who have been selected by Castle Connolly represent the top 1% of doctors in the nation.
- American Board of Ophthalmology: The ABO certifies doctors and surgeons who have the knowledge, experience and skills to provide comprehensive eye care services, from prescribing glasses and contact lenses to complex and delicate eye surgery. Dr. Trevor Elmquist and Dr. Sarah Eccles-Brown are board certified by the ABO.
- Florida Board of Optometry: Every optometrist in Florida who is certified by this Board meets the minimum requirements for safe practice. Dr. Kate Wagner and Dr. Nina Burt are both board certified by the Florida Board of Optometry and the National Board of Optometry.
- Angie’s List: Members of Angie’s List are held accountable for the accuracy of the reviews they submit, and reviews cannot by anonymous. Elmquist Eye Group has been listed at Angie’s List since 2008, has maintained an “A” rating, and earned their coveted Super Service Award in 2015 and 2016. We are one of few Southwest Florida ophthalmology and optometry practices to perform well enough to earn this Award.
Full Service Optical
In addition to comprehensive eye exams and the diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions and vision problems, Elmquist Eye Group also offers the latest in eyewear designs and lens technology in our Optical Boutique.
Our expert opticians offer more than 40 years of combined experience and can help you find high-quality frames and lenses to fit your lifestyle and budget. If you prefer contact lenses, we can help you find the type that best meets your needs.
Don’t wait to experience vision problems before finding an eye doctor you trust in Fort Myers to examine your eyes or have your eyeglasses prescription evaluated. Make an appointment at Elmquist Eye Group today by calling (239) 936-2020.