Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Optometrists in Houston, TX
Since 1984, Todays Vision has been dedicated to providing comprehensive eye care services to patients of all ages. Founded by Dr. Donald Glenz and Dr. Stig Pederson in Houston, Texas, we pioneered a hybrid optometry model that combines the personalized service of independent practices with the value of corporate retail chains. As a network of over 45 individually owned offices, we maintain a collaborative alliance structure that prioritizes patient care and retail excellence. Our optometrists, who have completed eight years of higher education, specialize in diagnosing vision problems, prescribing corrective lenses, and managing eye diseases.We utilize premium optical technology from Zeiss and offer a wide selection of designer eyewear frames. Recognized in Vision Mondays Top 50 U.S. Optical Retailers, our practice emphasizes annual eye exams as critical tools for detecting conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. Our doctors oversee both clinical care and retail operations, ensuring quality control across all services. With locations across Texas, we serve communities from Houston to Tyler, maintaining our founding commitment to accessible, high-quality vision care.
Services
Eye Exams
Eyeglasses
Contact Lenses
Eye Conditions
Lasik/IOLS
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of specialized optometry experience
- Our hybrid model combines personalized service with corporate value
- Network includes 45+ Texas locations with expert eye doctors
- We utilize premium Zeiss lens technology for optimal vision correction
- Doctors oversee both clinical care and retail operations
Services
Eye Exams
Our comprehensive eye exams diagnose refractive errors and monitor eye health through detailed evaluations. The process includes medical history review, visual acuity testing, binocular vision assessment, and internal eye examination. Annual exams help detect conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration while ensuring optimal vision correction for patients of all ages.
Eyeglasses
We offer premium designer eyewear frames from leading brands like Luxottica and Safilo. Our selection includes durable, high-quality frames with warranty protection and professional styling. Each frame is fitted with precision-crafted lenses to ensure optimal vision correction and comfort while maintaining enduring style and durability.
Contact Lenses
Our optometrists specialize in contact lens fittings for various vision needs including astigmatism and presbyopia. We offer soft, rigid gas permeable, and specialty lenses from top manufacturers like Alcon and CooperVision. The fitting process ensures proper oxygen flow and comfort while providing multiple options for daily wear and extended use.
Eye Conditions
Our therapeutic optometrists diagnose and manage eye diseases such as glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. Through comprehensive exams, we evaluate retinal blood vessels to detect systemic conditions like hypertension. Our doctors collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated care for vision-threatening conditions and chronic eye diseases.
Lasik/IOLS
We provide pre- and post-operative care for laser vision correction procedures. Our doctors evaluate candidacy for LASIK and intraocular lens implants through detailed eye exams. While we don't perform surgeries, we coordinate with specialists to ensure proper patient preparation and recovery monitoring for permanent vision correction solutions.
People
Dr. Donald Glenz
Co-Founder
Co-founded Todays Vision in 1984 with Dr. Stig Pederson. Pioneered the hybrid optometry model combining personalized service with corporate efficiency. Continues to influence the practice's vision through its alliance structure and commitment to accessible eye care.
Dr. Stig Pederson
Co-Founder
Co-founder of Todays Vision who helped establish the first optometry franchise group in 1984. Instrumental in developing the alliance model that allowed 22 licensees to maintain individual ownership while collaborating for collective benefit and improved patient value.
Questions
What services does Todays Vision offer?
We provide comprehensive eye exams, prescription eyewear, contact lens fittings, and management of eye conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration.
How often should I get an eye exam?
Annual eye exams are recommended for adults. Children should be examined at 6 months, 2 years old, and before kindergarten with annual exams thereafter.
Do you accept insurance?
We recommend contacting your specific insurance provider to verify coverage details for eye exams and vision correction services.
What brands of eyewear do you carry?
Our offices feature designer frames from Luxottica, Marchon-Altair, Kering, and Zeiss among other premium optical brands.
