The Eye Center at Southern College of Optometry

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from The Eye Center! Celebrate safely by keeping these tips in mind:

- Avoid costumes that block vision
- Be cautious with pointed props
- Never use decorative contacts without a prescription
- Choose hypoallergenic makeup and apply carefully

10/30/2025

Congratulations to The Eye Center’s Taylor Austin, who was recently honored by the Germantown Lions Club for her continued service and contributions to the club and local community. In recognition of her efforts, a donation was made in her name to Leader Dogs for the Blind—a well-deserved honor!

10/29/2025

This Halloween, consider making your porch more accessible for children with low vision. A few simple steps can make a big difference:

• Brighten your walkway and entry with clear lighting
• Highlight stairs and railings with reflective tape
• Keep pathways free of clutter and debris
• Limit loud noises or sudden movements
• Avoid jump scares that could startle trick-or-treaters
• Place candy bowls on tables at an easy-to-reach height
• Remove or secure loose mats or rugs

We’re proud to support vision accessibility and awareness within our community. Wishing everyone a fun and safe Halloween!

Learn more at www.trufflesthekitty.org

10/23/2025

This Halloween, don’t let unsafe costume choices put your eyes at risk! Avoid non-prescription costume contact lenses and protect your vision with safe alternatives. The Eye Center can help keep your eyes healthy—call us today: 901-722-3250

10/16/2025

Pumpkins of all shapes and sizes have arrived for Saturday’s Pumpkin Patch presented by Southern College of Optometry!

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10/15/2025

Thinking about costume contacts for Halloween? Remember: ALL contact lenses—decorative or corrective—require a prescription from an eye doctor. Protect your eyes from injury and infection. Call The Eye Center to schedule an appointment: 901-722-3250

10/14/2025

The Eye Center is excited to welcome Tawanda Franklin as our new Health Information & ACODS Coordinator! She brings valuable experience in Health Information Management and a passion for helping others through her work. Join us in giving Tawanda a warm welcome to the team!

10/09/2025

Today is World Sight Day! Regular eye exams are an important part of protecting your vision and overall health. Celebrate by scheduling your next exam at The Eye Center: 901-722-3250

10/06/2025

If you’ve been wanting to try contact lenses, or if you gave up wearing them in the past, there are more options than ever before to correct your vision! Make an appointment today and learn about advances in contact lens comfort and clarity!

09/30/2025

Healthy vision is an important part of healthy aging! Regular eye exams are key to detecting age-related eye diseases before they cause vision loss. The Eye Center is here to support your lifelong eye health. Schedule your appointment today: 901-722-3250

09/22/2025

September is Healthy Aging Month! Did you know that many age-related eye diseases can be managed or slowed with early detection and treatment? Protecting your sight starts with regular eye exams. The Eye Center can help! Call us today: 901-722-3250

09/17/2025

SCO faculty member Dr. Wil McGriff is featured in Men’s Health with advice on managing eyestrain, including the 20-20-20 rule and the use of computer glasses tailored for comfort during prolonged screen time. Read more here:

Discover which lifestyle moves, drops and other strategies give your eyes relief from screens, allergens, and life in general.