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UTMB Health Optical Center

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UTMB Health Optical Center

UTMB Health Optical Center provides the best optical care, using leading edge technology, with a smile!

With two convenient locations, the UTMB Health Eye Center in Galveston and Texas City are ready to serve you and your optical needs. You will find that we carry a full selection of stylish eyeglass frames and contact lenses. The Galveston location features Dr. Praveena Gupta, OD, PhD, a board-certified optometrist, a licensed optometric glaucoma specialist and an experienced researcher. She also specializes in fitting both soft and hard contact lenses. For an appointment with Dr Gupta, please call 409-747-5823

Dr Matthew Crookston, OD directs our Texas City location. Dr Crookston has been practicing in Texas for over 20 years. He is a licensed optometric glaucoma specialist and provides comprehensive optometric care to patients of all ages. Please call 409-978-4315 for an appointment with Dr Crookston.

10/13/2025

✨ Optical Retail Shop Frame Show Special! ✨

Discover new, fresh styles at our Optical Retail Shop and enjoy 40% off a complete pair of eyewear!

📅 Offer valid October 20–24, 2025 — don’t miss this chance to update your look with the latest frames and lenses.

Some restrictions and exclusions apply. Complete pair purchase required. See a site team member for details.

Stop by one of our conveniently located UTMB Optical Retail Shop locations for more details and discover additional specials tailored to fit your budget and needs!
Eye Center, Galveston
700 University Blvd, Galveston
(409) 747-5823

Eye Center, Texas City
10121 Emmett F Lowry Expressway, Texas City
(409) 978-4315

Need an updated prescription? Call 409-747-5800 for an appointment to schedule your annual comprehensive eye exam at one of our UTMB Health Eye Center locations in Galveston, Texas City, League City and Friendswood.

07/29/2025

📣 Back-to-School Savings at the Optical Shop! 👓

Use your flexible spending funds before they expire and shop early for the new school year!

✨ Two Specials You’ll Love:
✅ 10% OFF an annual supply of contacts
✅ FREE shipping
✅ 40% OFF a complete pair (frames + Rx lenses)

Or

✅ 50% OFF your second pair when you add anti-reflective coating

📍 Don’t wait—these offers won’t last!

Terms & conditions apply. Insurance/promotions can’t be combined.

06/30/2025

Address

700 University Boulevard
Galveston, TX
77550

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14097475800

Website

https://www.utmbhealth.com/services/eye-care/optical-retail-center, https://www.utmbhealth.com/services/eye-care/service

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