Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

Our nationally renown ophthalmologic specialists offer patient care in the following areas general ophthalmology, pediatric ophthalmology, cornea, retina and refractive surgery, glaucoma, optometry, neuro ophthalmology, oculoplastics, ocular oncology and pathology. Whether you need a routine eye exam or a refractive surgeon, there is a physician in our Department who can provide for your eye health care needs.

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Carrie S. Gaines, OD, FAAO

Specialty Areas
Optometry
Optometry, Contact Lenses
Low Vision
Keratoconus Contact Lens Fitting
Corneal Refractive Therapy
Contact Lens Post Corneal Surgery

Areas of Clinical Interest
Pediatric and adult contact lens fitting, medically necessary contact lens fitting for irregular corneal astigmatism (due to ocular disease, trauma or surgery), dry eye (Sjogren's), keratoconus, and custom cosmetic lens (for blind or photophobic eyes). myopia management (corneal refractive therapy). 

Areas of Research Interest
Study the effectiveness of rehabilitation services for the low-vision population.
Evaluate new lens designs for the management of irregular corneas.
Develop a custom tinted corneal-scleral rigid gas permeable contact lens.

Patients can be referred by self or referring physician.

Major or Recent Publications/Awards

Additional Areas of Research Interest
The ability for older adults to live independently in the community with functional visual loss.

Carrie S. Gaines, OD, FAAO