Lazenby Eyecare

We have conducted a fun poll within our office staff. Here you will find out a little more about each employee.
Cathy started with us back in 2020, and has brought such a sweet feel to the office. She is always smiling and always happy. Everyone loves to be around her. She was voted to always have the office picked up and cleaned up and always first to jump in and pick up a mess if needed. If we need anything, she is right there willing to help. Life is better with her in it. We enjoy our work days more when she is around.

We have conducted a fun poll within our office staff. Here you will find out a little more about each employee.
Shannon originally started with us in 2010. If you have had an exam through us, you have almost guaranteed to have seen this one. She was voted to have the most one on one with the patients, for she is always interacting with them from walking into the door saying hello, to pre-screening every patient that goes in to see the drs. When she isn’t pre-screening, she will help in optical on occasion or help with the front desk. She has a demeanor that can work with almost every patient. We are lucky to have her and her willingness to adjust to every situation.

We have conducted a fun poll within our office staff. Here you will find out a little more about each employee.
Amanda started with us last year, and had brought a shine to our office that we didn’t realize we were missing. She was voted to be most shy, but also one that talks the most. She is quiet at first, but will keep going after a few minutes of knowing you. She brings positivity to everything. We found a good one when we found this one.

We have conducted a fun poll within our office staff. Here you will find out a little more about each employee.
Shaina is our office manager and has been with us for 19 years. She loves the office and everyone that is part of it. She was voted by EVERYONE in the office to be the most spontaneous and practical joker. You never know what she will have up her sleeve or the ideas she will have to dive into. She was also voted to be the office clown and most fun to party with. She likes to keep things fun, but serious where needed. She loves and appreciates the staff on a daily.

We have conducted a fun poll within our office staff. Here you will find out a little more about each employee.
Andrea started in 2014 and just had her 10 year anniversary with us. She is a hard working dedicated woman that very much pays attention to detail and is very knowledgeable. She was voted most hyper for she has a lot of energy and is passionate about what she does daily. We love her dedication and quick learning, and the office is a better place with her in it.

We have conducted a fun poll within our office staff. Here you will find out a little more about each employee.
Amber has been with us for 10 years this year. If you have walked into our office, you have seen her memorable face. She was voted sweetest and can literally charm anyone. She is great at turning the frowns upside down! This goes with patients and staff. She is great to be around and always has a positive vibe. You’ll find her anywhere in the front office from the check-in, to helping with glasses, to checking out. She is truly a gem to be around. You can’t help but smile around her.

We have conducted a fun poll within our office staff. Here you will find out a little more about each employee.
Lisa originally started with us in 2010. She is one that you will find in any area needed within the office. She was voted most monotoned and never hesitates to dive right in to help anyone that needs it in the office. She can do it all. This team would not be complete without her.

Astigmatism is a common refractive error of the eye that causes blurred vision. It occurs when the cornea or lens of the eye has an irregular shape, causing light to focus unevenly onto the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. This can result in distorted or fuzzy vision at any distance.

People with astigmatism may experience symptoms such as blurred vision, eyestrain, headaches, and difficulty seeing fine details. Astigmatism can occur alongside nearsightedness (myopia) or farsightedness (hyperopia).

Correction for astigmatism usually involves prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses that compensate for the irregular curvature of the cornea or lens.

Schedule an appointment if you need an eye exam!
Call our office at (417) 206-0399 Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Don't let allergies ruin your spring! If you suffer from seasonal allergies that leave your eyes red, watery, or itchy, we are here to help. Schedule a visit with one of our two incredible doctors and receive professional assistance to treat ocular allergies.

Call our office at (417) 206-0399 Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm.

We hope you all enjoyed the eclipse!! We watched it with our glasses and we hope you did too! If you didn’t and are experiencing any troubles, please give us a call 😎😎

As eclipse edges closer, AOA promotes safe viewing Doctors of optometry demonstrate their expertise as excitement builds over the April 8 total solar eclipse. AOA President Ronald L. Benner, O.D., urges the public to watch the event “safely and wisely.”

Workplace eye injuries cost an estimated $300 million per year in worker’s compensation, medical treatment, and lost productivity, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). A simple precaution could prevent up to 90% of these injuries and protect thousands of workers every year.

Come check out our selection of safety frames.

Everyone needs sun protection for their eyes, no matter what age they are. ❤️ Yes, we can order Ray-Bans for any age!

What do we think goes well with springtime? How about colorful glasses and sleek shades! Showcased here are a few of our striking frames to choose from this spring.
Come check out our selection at 2318 E 32nd street ste A. M-F 9am to 5pm.

With February being low vision awareness month, we'd like to share some information on the many devices patients with low vision can use for near tasks. Take a look at this page to read about the different gadgets. https://lowvisionrehabservices.com/low-vision-devices/low-vision-devices-for-near-tasks-reading-writing-sewing-hand-work/

We are happy to answer any of your low vision related question at your next appointment with us!

Do you wear contact lenses? Do you sleep in them? Help prevent eye infections by keeping them in the case overnight. Anyone who has had a bacterial corneal infection can attest to how painful they can be.
Schedule an appointment if you experience an eye infection, but we hope you don't have to!

Call our office at (417) 206-0399 Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm.

As of now, we will be closed for the morning due to weather. Please stay tuned for updates about opening time.

What is presbyopia?

Presbyopia is a common eye condition that starts to occur around 40 years old. This causes a gradual increase in difficulty viewing near objects. The crystalline lens, located behind the iris, loses its elasticity over time, resulting in an inability to focus up close.

While we cannot repair the elasticity of the lens, presbyopia can be treated with prescription glasses and contacts. Reading glasses, bifocals, progressive lenses, monovision, and multifocal contact lenses are all options to help these patients improve their near vision.

If you or someone you know is experiencing presbyopia, we would be happy to have you in for an eye exam! Call our office at (417) 206-0399 Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Only a few more weeks left of the year! Schedule your appointment soon or stop by our optical and you can enjoy the wonderful Christmas decorations in the office!

Open 9:00am to 5:00pm M-F
Call us at (417)206-0399

Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful for all of our patients. We will be closed today and tomorrow (Friday)so our staff can enjoy time with their families. We will reopen Monday at 9:00.

Diabetes can affect the health of the eyes as well as vision. Annual eye exams are essential for diabetic patients and lead to early detection of diabetic retinopathy. This will help lead to timely treatment and a significant difference in preserving vision and overall health.

If you or someone you know has diabetes, schedule a yearly comprehensive eye exam with Dr. Lazenby or Dr. Sharp today! Call our office at (417) 206-0399 Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Have a fun and safe Halloween this year!

We have some great news to share. We now have a new full time doctor that joined our team. Call to schedule your appointment to see him.

Dr. Sharp is a graduate from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee. He graduated with honors from Southern Utah University with a degree in Nutrition. He chose to become an eye doctor for the unique and positive impact he can make in the local community. He is happy to see you for routine eye exams as well as medical eye exams for diabetes, glaucoma, red eyes, dry eyes, and much more. Dr. Sharp is a member of the Missouri Optometric Association and American Optometric Association.
He and his wife are happy to be living in Joplin. You might catch Dr. Sharp out on a walk with his wife and dog, at the bowling alley, or playing disc golf. He also enjoys fishing and makes frequent trips to Table Rock Lake. He is excited to be a part of the Lazenby Eyecare team.

Thank you to our sweet patient for bringing us some goodies to make our day. These cupcakes are AMAZING!

Diabetes Warning Signs In Your Eyes | What You Need To Know! Diabetes causes problems ranging from the kidney to the heart,it also keeps the risk of very serious problems in the eyes

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