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Welcome to the Eye Guys Spec's Vision Center!

We are locally owned and operated, which ensures that each customer is treated equally one of our family. Our patients are of utmost importance to us and are the chief focus of our exercise.

About U.s.a.

Dr. Rhett Richardson opened his private practice, under the name of Spec's Vision Heart, in March of 1990. He wanted to accept a more than personal office in his patient's heart intendance needs and found that this was the all-time way to provide quality eyewear at an affordable price for any budget. Dr. Richardson retired in June of 2018 and Eye Guys proudly became the new owners.

Being independently owned allows u.s. to provide a variety of state-of-the-art eyeglass lens at a value, all with excellent patient care and customer service. It is our priority that yous take the clearest vision possible and we have the time to ensure your prescription and comfort are tailored specifically to your needs. We are able to supply customers with the frames that fit their preference, from unique or vintage looks, to the latest trends in eyewear manner.

Young patients, from infants to 'tweens,' are treated with personal attention and are equipped with comfy, condom and durable eyeglasses. We even carry the most indestructible frames ever made.

Our patients are of utmost importance to us and are the chief focus of our practice. Nosotros offer multiple center care services. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, and many other vision insurance providers. Take a wait at our services page for a complete listing of how we tin assistance with your eye intendance needs.

Eye Doctors in Aiken, SC

Ophthalmologists

James C. Lockwood M.D.
The newest EYE GUY is board-certified eye surgeon, James C. Lockwood, MD. Dr. Lockwood is a welcomed addition to our growing medical staff and currently spends the bulk of his time seeing patients in our Aiken, SC office. Dr. Lockwood received his Bachelor of Arts from Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC and graduated Cum Laude from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA. He completed his internship at Emory Academy School of Medicine and his ophthalmology residency at the Emory Center Center. While at Emory, Dr. Lockwood presented his inquiry on cataract and refractive surgery at national ophthalmology meetings and published multiple papers.

Dr. Lockwood is Lath Certified by the American Lath of Ophthalmology and is an agile fellow member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Guild of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the Georgia Social club of Ophthalmology, and the American Medical Association. He is certified in the latest cataract and refractive surgery technology including LenSx laser cataract surgery and all-light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation LASIK with the WaveLight Refractive Suite with WaveNet engineering science.

Dr. Lockwood was drawn to the Center GUYS for our focus on compassionate patient care, avant-garde engineering, and excellent outcomes. He continues the tradition of professionalism for which the EYE GUYS are known and patients are benefiting greatly from his comprehensive preparation, noesis, and experience.

Dr. Sarah Artrip
Dr. Sarah Artrip joined the Centre Guys in 2021 and specializes in comprehensive eye intendance. Dr. Artrip has extensive feel in medical optometry, with an accent on diabetic eye exams, dry eye, macular degeneration, glaucoma, post-surgical management, emergency centre intendance and fittings of conventional, disposable and specialty contact lenses. She received her Bachelors of Science and Biology from Emory & Henry College, Emory, Virginia and obtained an Optometric Doctorate from Nova Southeastern College of Optometry. Dr. Artrip has been practicing Optometry since 2014 and is licensed in both Georgia and South Carolina. She is an active member of the American Optometric Clan, the Georgia Optometric clan and the Due south Carolina Optometric Association.

Opticians

Ronnie Williams, L.D.O.
Ronnie Williams was born in Augusta and graduated from Evans Loftier Schoolhouse. He started in the optical profession in June of 1977 at a local wholesale laboratory.

In August of 1979, Ronnie began working in the retail optical profession. He has been with Spec'south as a licensed optician and the vice president of operations since January of 1990. He is licensed in both Georgia and S Carolina and his licensing is through the Board of Opticianry and is a member of the South Carolina Association of Opticians.

Michelle Ennis, L.D.O.
Michelle Ennis has been working at Spec's since 1999. She is a member of the S Carolina Association of Opticians. A graduate of Due south Aiken High School, Ennis received her American Opticinary licencse in 2004 and her optician's license in 2005.

Optical Services

We guarantee a satisfied customer and the post-obit during your visit:

Complete eye care, from test to finished eyeglasses, all in i location.
A friendly, knowledgeable, and courteous staff.
Frame selections ranging from economy-priced to designer collections.
Country-of-the-art lens options, including Varilux, Calculator Lenses, Golf and Tennis Lenses.
Medicare assignment accepted for glasses following cataract surgery.
Board-certified contact lens technicians/opticians.
Daily, weekly, and monthly lenses with many brands in stock. Observe the one that is correct for you, including fit, colour and wearing options (daily, weekly, monthly). Our prices plus rebates are generally less than internet prices.
EyeMed and other insurance plans accepted.
We fill up other eyecare physicians eyeglass and contact prescriptions.
Complimentary eyeglass adjustments.

Frames & Lenses

Nosotros offer some of the near advanced lens designs for your specific vision needs, whether information technology's for piece of work, hobbies or sports:

Varilux Digital
Computer Lenses (Transitions Lenses)
Polarized Lenses (Fishing & Water Activities)
Golf Lenses (Fairway Definity)
No Glare Lenses

Vera Bradley
Common salt Life
Calvin Klein
Safilo Kids
Lilly Pulitzer
Coach
Vogue
Brooks Brothers
Ray Ban
Versace
Judge
Morel
Cazal
Ralph Lauren
Eddie Bauer
Ernest Hemingway
Elle
Silhouette
Nike
Banana Commonwealth
Carrera
Hugo Boss
Fossil
Juicy Couture
Kate Spade
Liz Claiborne
Maui Jim
Oakley
Rudy Projection
Wiley X
Ted Baker
Mira Flex

Cataracts

A cataract is a clouding that develops in the crystalline lens of the middle or in its envelope (lens capsule), varying in caste from slight to complete opacity and obstructing the passage of lite. Early on in the development of historic period-related cataract, the power of the lens may be increased, causing near-sightedness (myopia), and the gradual yellowing and opacification of the lens may reduce the perception of blue colors. Cataracts typically progress slowly to cause vision loss, and are potentially blinding if untreated. The condition unremarkably affects both eyes, merely about always one middle is affected earlier than the other.

Cataract Diagnosis Service

Spec's patients with eye trouble similar to what is outlined in a higher place should schedule an appointment with our doctors, who can examine and diagnose cataracts. Upon diagnosis, our doctors and staff will work to aid in connecting the patient with one of our ophthalmologists in our Aiken or Augusta office.

Cataracts are a common cause of poor vision, particularly for the elderly, just they are treatable. Your ophthalmologist can tell you whether a cataract or another problem is the crusade for your vision loss or discomfort, and will assist you determine if cataract surgery is appropriate for you lot.

Please contact us to prepare an appointment and you'll begin your outset pace to improve vision.

LASIK-Vision Correction

Laser Vision Correction Exams

We are your get-go stride in your LASIK – Laser Vision Correction journeying by providing the eye exam that will make up one's mind whether yous are a practiced candidate for the procedure. If our doctors notice y'all a feasible candidate, they can refer y'all to our main location in Augusta, Georgia.

When you contact the states to make your appointment, delight mention that you lot want to be evaluated for vision correction treatment.

Contact Usa

Eye Guys Spec's Vision Center
792 Silver Barefaced Road
Aiken, SC 29803

Telephone: 803-642-9902
Fax: 803-642-8611
E-mail: specs@eyeguys.com

Role Hours:
Monday-Friday: eight am – 6 pm
Saturday: 8:30 am – 1 pm