OPT-ISM & Drs. Eye Care
TO THE MOON AND BACK
Optometry
Optometry is a health care profession that involves examining the eyes and applicable visual systems for defects or abnormalities as well as the medical diagnosis and management of eye disease. Traditionally, the field of optometry began with the primary focus of correcting refractive error through the use of spectacles. Modern day optometry, however, has evolved through time so that the educational curriculum additionally includes intensive medical training in the diagnosis and management of ocular disease
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Drs. eye care
We believe patient education is important to our patients health care. Our special testing equipment allows us to obtain detailed results without sacrificing patient comfort.
Call us 'new aged hipsters' but we believe all fax machines belong in the Smithsonian. Lucky for us, someone invented the internet and email was created. By using mobile apps and cloud services we have premium access to your eye care needs.
our clinics
contacts lens clinic
The doctors at Drs. Eye Care are well trained and have access to a wide variety lenses. Whether its rigid gas permeable lenses (RGP's) or challenging multifocal fits, we can help find a contact lens that works for your vision needs.
DIABETIC eye care clinic
High blood sugar levels can damage blood vessels throughout the body, including your eyes. The part of the eye most affected by diabetes is the sensory layer in the back of the eye called the retina.
Macular degeneration Clinic
Group of conditions that include deterioration of the macular, resulting in a loss of sharp central vision. Most common cause of decreased vision after age 50
glaucoma clinic
Group of diseases characterized by increased intraocular pressure resulting in damage to the optic nerve, with typical visual field defects and increased size of optic cup.
DRY EYE clinic
Dry eye disease, also called keratoconjunctivitis sicca or ocular surface disease, is a chronic condition caused by either decreased tear production or increased tear film evaporation.
Special testing
our insurance
Vision Insurance
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VSP (Vision Service Plan)
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EyeMed​
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Davis Vision
Medical Insurance
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none
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packages available
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SuperBills provided for out of network reimbursment
OUR DOCTOR
Dr. David B. Sabin OD
Dr. David Sabin is a Board-Certified Optometrist who specializes in vision health exams and the fitting of contact lenses. After graduating from Grayling High School in Northern Michigan, Dr. Sabin attended Michigan State University where he majored in Human Biology and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Natural Science. He went on to earn his Doctorate of Optometry (OD) degree from the Illinois College of Optometry. He completed his Residency Training at the Gainesville VAMC Hospital in association with NOVA Southeastern University where he studied pathological conditions of the eye, as well as treatment planning, specializing in hospital based eye care.
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EDUCATION
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June 2007 University of Florida and NOVA Southeastern Gainesville, FL Optometric Residency – Hospital based Primary Eye Care
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May 2006 Illinois College of Optometry Chicago, IL Doctorate of Optometry
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May 2002 Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Bachelor of Science – Human Biology
CERTIFICATION
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Florida Board of Examiners in Optometry - Aug. 2007
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Michigan Board of Examiners in Optometry - June 2006
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Treatment and Management of Ocular Disease (TMOD) - April 2006
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National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO Part III) - April 2006
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National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO Part II) - Dec. 2005
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National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO Part I) - Aug. 2004
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
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July 2006 - June 2007 VAMC Gainesville Gainesville, FL Primary eye care Residency
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Feb. 2006 - May 2006 Illinois Eye Institute Chicago, IL Internship in Ocular Disease and Contact Lenses.
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Nov. 2005 - Feb. 2006 VAMC Huntington Huntington, WV Externship in Primary eye care.
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Aug 2005-Nov 2005 VAMC Mt. Home Johnson City, TN Externship in Low vision and Primary eye care.
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May 2005-Aug. 2005 Richard Sorkin OD St. Petersburg, FL Externship in Binocular Vision and pediatric optometry.
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2004-2005 Illinois Eye Institute Chicago, IL 3rd year clinical rotation with emphasis on primary care.
PRESENTATIONS/CASE REPORTS/LITERATURE REVIEWS
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2007 Gainesville VAMC Gainesville, FL Case Report/Literature Review. Literature review of Non functioning Pituitary Adenoma.
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2007 Daytona VAMC Daytona, FL Giant Cell Arteritis Presenting as CN III Palsy. Grand Round Presentation.
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2006 VISN 8 Conference Orlando, FL All Pale in Comparison: Bilateral Optic Nerve Atrophy as the presenting sign of a pituitary adenoma. Grand Round Presentation.
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2006 Gainesville VAMC Gainesville, FL Don’t Be a Bump on a Log: A Case of Vision/Field Loss Due to Optic Nerve Head Drusen Grand Round Presentation.
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2005 Illinois College of Optometry Chicago, IL Review of Anterior Uveitis Literature review of Non infectious Anterior Uveitis.
Safetyfirst
We respect everyones decision to wear a mask so if you feel more comfortable, please wear a mask. We also ask that you wash your hands with soap and water. Rinse and repeat for a gold star.
We are doing our best to provide a clean and comfortable environment so you can stay safe and healthy.