The eye doctor you choose will determine the health of your eyes for years to come. Digby Eye Associates has been serving patients in Greensboro, NC, since 1984. With three decades of experience and a second location in High Point, they know what it takes to be a trusted optometrist. Your health is their number one concern, and they’re committed to helping patients in every way they can.

If you’re looking for a new eye doctor, take their advice on what to look for: 

• Know What You Need: The first thing you need to decide is whether you need an optometrist or an ophthalmologist. An optometrist has gone to Optometry school and treats some eye diseases, prescribes medication, and performs eye exams. An ophthalmologist is required to complete four years of medical school and four years in a residency program. They’re capable of doing everything an optometrist does, and they also perform surgeries.
• Check Availability: Once you determine whether you need an optometrist or an ophthalmologist, check their hours. No one wants to waste a day away from work at the eye doctor. Ask if they have weekend or evening hours that will fit your schedule. You also need to know how far in advance they schedule appointments. What happens if there’s an emergency? Is it possible to get an appointment quickly?
•  Show up in Person: There’s only so much you can learn from a website or phone call. Take the time to visit the office in person and if you can, meet the eye doctor. Take note on whether you were greeted by a friendly face when you walked in, and look around the waiting room. If the doctor truly cares about their practice, they’ll maintain a clean, comfortable environment for their patients.

Above all, you need an eye doctor you feel comfortable being around. Call Digby Eye Associates at (336) 230-1010 to find out more about their practice. You’ll also learn about their services on their Facebook page.