Dr. Vu Nguyen
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email: drnguyen@todaysvision.com
Dr. Vu Nguyen is a board certified therapeutic optometrist and glaucoma specialist, clinically trained to diagnose and manage ocular infections and eye diseases. His professional areas of interest include hard-to-fit contact lenses, pediatrics, glaucoma, dry eye management, cataract & LASIK co-management, and Computer Vision Syndrome. Dr. Nguyen has over 31 years experience in the optical field, with 19 of those years in private practice. Dr. Nguyen is a 1999 graduate from the University of Houston College of Optometry (UHCO). While in optometry school, he was a math instructor in TEXOCOP, a summer program for college students pursuing a career in optometry. In addition, he tutored fellow optometry students in the field of geometric and ophthalmic optics. He received the Varilux Student Award in Optics during his fourth year. He completed additional clinical training at The Eye Institute of San Antonio and The William Beaumont Army Medical Center in El Paso, TX. |
Always proud to be an Aggie, Dr. Nguyen earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Science from Texas A&M University in 1995. He was member of the Dean's Honor Roll and Golden Key National Honor Society. During his senior year, he completed an Undergraduate Research Fellowship in Biochemistry at the Texas A&M School of Medicine.
Dr. Nguyen is a member of the Texas Optometric Association, American Optometric Association, Pasadena & Deer Park Chambers of Commerce, and Texas A&M Association of Former Students Century Club. He is an annual supporter of The Research to Prevent Blindness Foundation, volunteer for the Special Olympics Vision Screening, and a current member of The Heritage Registry of Who's Who.
In 2003, Dr. Nguyen was appointed Adjunct Clinical Professor at The University of Houston College of Optometry. Despite the busy demands of his three private practices, Dr. Nguyen finds time to stay involved with the University to help mentor and develop its students into optometrists. Outside the office, Dr. Nguyen is an die-hard SPURS and TEXANS fan and appreciates spending quality time with his wife Dr. Nicole Tran, an OB-GYN at The Woman's Hospital, and their three children. He also enjoys traveling, coaching girls softball, and running in his spare time.
Dr. Nguyen is a member of the Texas Optometric Association, American Optometric Association, Pasadena & Deer Park Chambers of Commerce, and Texas A&M Association of Former Students Century Club. He is an annual supporter of The Research to Prevent Blindness Foundation, volunteer for the Special Olympics Vision Screening, and a current member of The Heritage Registry of Who's Who.
In 2003, Dr. Nguyen was appointed Adjunct Clinical Professor at The University of Houston College of Optometry. Despite the busy demands of his three private practices, Dr. Nguyen finds time to stay involved with the University to help mentor and develop its students into optometrists. Outside the office, Dr. Nguyen is an die-hard SPURS and TEXANS fan and appreciates spending quality time with his wife Dr. Nicole Tran, an OB-GYN at The Woman's Hospital, and their three children. He also enjoys traveling, coaching girls softball, and running in his spare time.
Dr. David Riojas
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Dr. David Riojas attended the University of Texas in Austin where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Nutrition. During his undergraduate studies, he presented lectures to his fellow peers that focused on proper eating and nutrition habits.
Dr. Riojas obtained his Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Houston College of Optometry. He gained valuable clinical experience while training at the Indian Health Services of Cherokee Nation in Tahlequah, OK, and the South Texans Veteran’s Health Affairs in San Antonio, TX. Both sites provided medical eye care to patients with ocular disease that included glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. He also co-managed cataract surgeries and rotated through pediatric, geriatric, low vision, and specialty contact lens clinics. Dr. Riojas is a member of the Texas Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association. He has served the community of Houston by participating in multiple vision screenings and other events for the under privileged. He has also participated on a mission trip to Guerrero, Mexico, where he volunteered his services to treat the local natives who lacked access to routine healthcare. During his leisure time, Dr. Riojas enjoys watching and participating in sports, exercising, and checking out Houston’s great food scene. Dr. Riojas is also bilingual and welcomes the opportunity to communicate with his patients in Spanish. |
Dr. Ashley Nguyen
Dr. Ashley Nguyen grew up in Lake Jackson, Texas, but now considers Houston home. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Baylor University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She was recognized as an Honors Scholar with Distinction (ie. a medal recipient for graduating with a perfect 4.00 GPA) and was the Outstanding Senior in Biology.
Dr. Nguyen earned her Doctorate Degree concurrently with a Master’s of Science Degree at the University of Houston College of Optometry. She graduated Summa Cum Laude as the Valedictorian of her class and was the recipient of the Beta Sigma Kappa Silver Medal. During her time at UHCO, Dr. Nguyen was bestowed numerous honors including the J. Pat Cummings Award, the FERV scholarship, the VSP Practice Excellence Award, and the Elizondo scholarship. She also served as the President and International Trip Coordinator for the Student Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity. She has presented her contact lens-based research among peers and colleagues at two distinctive American Academy of Optometry scientific meetings.
Dr. Nguyen is a therapeutic optometrist and a glaucoma specialist certified by the Texas Optometry Board. She is Paragon CRT certified and has experience fitting specialty contact lenses including sclerals, RGPs, Ortho-K, and soft and hard multifocal lenses. She has treated many patients with ocular diseases such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, nerve palsies, and other various conditions. She is a member of the Texas Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association and plans on becoming a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry.
Dr. Nguyen earned her Doctorate Degree concurrently with a Master’s of Science Degree at the University of Houston College of Optometry. She graduated Summa Cum Laude as the Valedictorian of her class and was the recipient of the Beta Sigma Kappa Silver Medal. During her time at UHCO, Dr. Nguyen was bestowed numerous honors including the J. Pat Cummings Award, the FERV scholarship, the VSP Practice Excellence Award, and the Elizondo scholarship. She also served as the President and International Trip Coordinator for the Student Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity. She has presented her contact lens-based research among peers and colleagues at two distinctive American Academy of Optometry scientific meetings.
Dr. Nguyen is a therapeutic optometrist and a glaucoma specialist certified by the Texas Optometry Board. She is Paragon CRT certified and has experience fitting specialty contact lenses including sclerals, RGPs, Ortho-K, and soft and hard multifocal lenses. She has treated many patients with ocular diseases such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, nerve palsies, and other various conditions. She is a member of the Texas Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association and plans on becoming a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry.
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Bellaire / Meyerland Office
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Dr. Nguyen & Associates have added a second Today's Vision office in the Houston area to better serve the Meyerland, City of Bellaire, West University, and Medical Center areas. The office is located at the corner of 610 & Beechnut, in the Hobby Lobby & Lowe's shopping center (8705 West Loop South #400, zip 77096).
The office presents a warm, modern decor with the most advanced technology. We carry hundreds of luxury, designer, and sporting frames and sunglasses. Please call (713) 662-EYES (3937) to schedule an appointment. |
Pasadena - Fairmont Office
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We have been serving the Pasadena, Deer Park, La Porte and South Houston communities for the past 20 years. In 2010, we were selected as Zeiss Vision's Practice of the Year, and remain one of the most busy and friendly optometric offices in South Houston. We have recently MOVED (< 1mile down the street), and are now located next to the Car Wash and across the street from Chuck E. Cheese.
We appreciate all of your business and support over the years. We hope to continue to build strong relationships with local families and businesses in the areas. Please call (281) 991-EYES (3937) to schedule an appointment. |
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