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Welcome to Panhandle Vision Institute
Panhandle Vision Institute is regarded as one of the leading eye care centers in the United States. Our surgeons have helped thousands of people enjoy better vision. Our Board Certified Ophthalmologist and Optometrists have been nationally recognized among their peers. We are committed to excellence because the world turns to us for answers, and our patients turn to us for the best eye care treatment available.
Advanced Technology
Panhandle Vision Institute invests in the very latest laser, surgical and pre-op testing equipment available on the market. From LASIK to cataract surgery to cosmetic surgery to the treatment of retinal diseases; Panhandle Vision Institute only invests in the most high-tech equipment available. Our doctors had the first Excimer laser in Gulf Breeze, Florida and are always up-to-date on the newest and best treatments and technologies. Learn more about our newest lasers and other technologies by visiting our technology page.
Click here to learn about the revolutionary Crystalens AO!
Experienced Surgeons
The surgeons at Panhandle Vision Institute are among the most experienced and well trained in the entire country. Together they have preformed thousands of surgical and laser vision correction procedures. All of our surgeons are board-certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. They have taught courses to other doctors at major national and international meetings of ophthalmologists. Our vision correction surgeons are fellowship-trained, having completed extensive training as eye surgery specialist.
Panhandle Vision Institute is recognized as a center of excellence by major pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers. Our surgeons are continuously sought out by manufactures to conduct clinical trails on new medications and technologies.
Dedicated Surgery Centers
Panhandle Vision Institute's Surgery Centers have been awarded the certificate of accreditation by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC). The award means that Panhandle Vision Institute has met nationally recognized standards for quality care. In order to achieve accreditation, Panhandle Vision Institute underwent an extensive on-site survey of its facilities and services. The Survey team, composed of physicians, nurses and administrators evaluated all aspects of patient care.
Our laser center is specially designed for vision correction. The laser center is constantly monitored to maintain strict humidity and temperature levels, which are imperative for the equipment to work properly.
We also have privileges with the major hospitals and surgical centers in the region including
- Sacred Heart Hospital
- The Andrews Institute
- Baptist Hospital
- Baptist-Gulf Breeze Hospital
- Baptist Medical Park -Nine Mile
- North Okaloosa Medical Center
- MicroSpine
Our Organizational Culture and Community
Every member of our Panhandle Vision Institute team is dedicated to providing excellent patient care. Out company motto is "Patient Care First", and we will work hard to make you feel like you are our priority throughout every step of your care with us.
As a proud member of this community, Panhandle Vision Institute is delighted to support the United Way. Our doctors and staff participate in a number of United Way benefits throughout the year. If you would like to get involved with us, please call our office or visit the United Way website at www.unitedway.org.
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