The Optical Shops at Columbia Eye Clinic offer the most advanced technology in digital prescription lenses available. Our custom digital prescription lenses by Shamir can help you can experience wider fields of view, crisper distance vision and easier transition through all your viewing fields that is more like natural sight. Digital technology allows the prescription to…
Ray-Bans were first developed for the US Army to protect pilots from the dangers of high-altitude glare and worn by General Douglas MacArthur, commander of Allied forces in the Pacific during the Second World War. Ray-Ban has been loved by rebels, rock ‘n roll heroes, Hollywood stars and Presidents for more than 75 years. Iconoclastic coolness,…
The fourteen physicians and more than 100 staff of Columbia Eye Clinic welcome Derrick A. Huey, M.D. to the practice. He is excited to relocate to the Midlands to join the largest and most advanced medical surgical Ophthalmology practice in the Midlands after practicing in Charleston. Dr. Huey specializes in Ophthalmic and Cataract Surgery and…
This is the time of year that we love to show our patriotism with fireworks, but fireworks aren’t toys. They can cause ocular injury and even blindness. You may think you are safe if you’re not the one igniting the fireworks, but nearly half of reported fireworks injuries occur in bystanders. The best way to…
Cataracts occur as part of the body’s natural aging process and may not change vision significantly in the early stages. As cataracts continue to mature over time, they may cause vision loss that can interfere with activities of daily living. Studies have demonstrated that cataract surgery can lead to improved quality of life. Click to…
Beginning on June 15, 2015, Columbia Eye Clinic will begin implementation of electronic medical records at all three of our locations. You will still receive the same unparalleled level of care from our staff and physicians, but you may notice a few changes when you come in for your next appointment. We may ask you…
News from Columbia Eye Clinic: 50% off sunglasses, NEW golf lenses and more. Click to view the Spring 2015 Newsletter.
Columbia Eye Clinic is currently seeking to hire an Ophthalmic Technician. A high school diploma is required. Prior experience and computer skills are a plus. Knowledge of electronic health records is preferred, but not required. Employer is willing to train a candidate who can interact with physicians and patients in a clinical setting. The position…
R. Langston Spotts has been named Chief Executive Officer of Columbia Eye Clinic and Columbia Eye Surgery Center. His responsibilities as CEO include oversight of operations, finance, health information technology, compliance, and business development for the three clinic locations and ambulatory surgery center. Spotts holds Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Finance and Management and Masters…
In more than 90 years in continuous practice, Columbia Eye Clinic has grown to a 13-physician practice with three locations that see more than 130,000 patients every year and perform nearly 5,000 surgeries and laser procedures each year. Despite the hectic pace, the physicians and staff of the clinic always make…
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The physicians and staff of Columbia Eye Clinic welcome Edward G. Crosswell, M.D. to the practice. Dr. Edward Crosswell specializes in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Cataract Surgery and comprehensive ophthalmology. His clinical interests include reconstructive and cosmetic eyelid surgery, lacrimal surgery and orbital surgery. He will see patients at Columbia Eye Clinic’s three conveniently…
Edward G. Mintz, M.D. has been named Medical Director of the Columbia Eye Surgery Center. His responsibilities as Medical Director include overseeing the direction, operations and clinical quality of care for the ambulatory surgery center. Dr. Mintz will continue to see patients and perform surgery. Dr. Mintz specializes in comprehensive…
Award Celebrates Larry Hiebert as Philanthropic Leader in the Midlands Larry Hiebert, CEO of Columbia Eye Clinic and Columbia Eye Surgery Center, will receive the Living and Giving Award at the 17th Annual Hope Gala in honor of his many years of dedication to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) during an evening of fun and…
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This year, the Columbia Eye Clinic celebrates 90 years in continuous care of patients. When Dr. Walter J. Bristow, Sr. began the practice in Columbia in 1923, physicians did not focus solely on Ophthalmology, but were generalists in Eye, Ears, Nose and Throat. The first office was in the Chestnut…
ANNOUNCING UPDATES TO OUR COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS
One visitor is now permitted with each patient and face masks are optional for patients & visitors.
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