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Your Eye Doctor in Fort Myers, Florida

Welcome to Riverside Family Eyecare, here we strive to deliver the ultimate customer service experience from the moment you walk in our door. We are devoted to creating high-quality eyewear you will fall in love with and be proud to wear. We take pride in using the latest technology to fully customize your visit. Everything is custom-tailored for you; from scheduling your appointment to designing your lenses!

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Our Eye Care Services

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We utilize cutting edge technology and diagnose and manage diseases such as Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, Cataracts, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

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Easy, convenient online booking system that makes scheduling your eye exam a breeze.

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Come in and view our wide selection of contact lenses including disposable soft contact, bifocal/multifocal, toric, and colored lenses.

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1 out of 5 children need vision correction. Since 80% of learning is visual, his or her learning can be affected. It is essential to get vision correction right away, and we are here to assist you.

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A Vision of Back-To-School


The new school year is coming up fast, and parents and students are getting ready to embark on new adventures and experiences. But this is also a reminder to parents that good eyesight is possibly the most important school supply your child may not have.

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Glaucoma is not a single disease. It is actually a group of eye diseases that cause damage to the optic nerve due to an increase in pressure inside the eye, which is called intraocular pressure. When detected in the early stages, glaucoma can often be controlled.

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Dr. Brittany Degler, O.D.

Meet Our Eye Doctor,
Dr. Brittany Degler

Meet our Fort Myers, FL eye doctor. We offer a full range of eye health services to clients of all ages – all with personalized attention and a smile. In our eye care clinic, every patient is treated warmly and effectively. Individualized attention is the foundation of our care, to ensure that your eyes remain healthy. We’re dedicated to optimizing your vision!

Meet Our Optometrist
Dr. Kristin Nelson, O.D., IACMM

New Expert Care for the Estero Community: Welcome Dr. Kristin Nelson

Riverside Family Eye Care is proud to welcome Dr. Kristin Nelson to our clinical team. As an experienced optometrist and IACMM certified specialist, Dr. Nelson brings advanced expertise in myopia management and pediatric eye care to our practice. Whether she is performing a children’s eye exam for an infant or managing complex ocular health for adults, her focus remains on providing personalized eye care tailored to the specific needs of each neighbor we serve.

Dr. Nelson’s approach is rooted in patient-centered optometry, ensuring every visit is as comfortable as it is comprehensive. Beyond her clinical skill, her dedication to community eye care and global outreach aligns perfectly with our mission to treat every patient like a member of our own family. We invite you to schedule an appointment with our new pediatric optometrist and experience the customized, expert vision care that helps our Estero community thrive.

Meet Our Optometrist
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We have an in-house finishing lab and we make custom eyewear! We'll help you find the best fit for your needs.

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Learn all about eye exams in Fort Myers, what’s involved and special considerations for kids and contacts.

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Contact our Fort Myers eye care staff to book or request an appointment by filling out one of the forms.

Riverside Family Eyecare is a full-service optical center with the knowledge, skills, and expertise needed to help our patients in Fort Myers look and feel their best. We understand how much first impressions matter. After all, your face is the first thing people see when they look at you.

We’ll ensure that you put your best face forward. Enjoy clear vision and feel fantastic!

Cataract Co-Management in Fort Myers


At Riverside Family Eyecare, we work closely with trusted cataract surgeons in Fort Myers, FL, to guide you every step of the way through your cataract surgery journey. From the initial diagnosis and referral to your post-operative care, we ensure that you receive seamless, personalized attention for the clearest possible vision.

If you’re considering cataract surgery in Fort Myers, you can rely on our caring eye doctors to address your questions, offer ongoing support, and help you enjoy life with renewed clarity.

Eye Emergencies

If you experience loss of vision, double vision, swelling, infection or any eye emergency, contact us immediately for guidance. We’ll help you with the best treatment to prevent complications and promote long-lasting clear eyesight.

Please call our office at: 239-500-2020 for further instructions. If urgent, find the nearest emergency room.

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Insurances We Accept At Riverside Family Eyecare

We provide both routine eye care and a huge range of optical choices, we accept Medicare and a number of private health insurance plans to help cover the costs.

If you need help figuring out your coverage, we invite you to call our practice for guidance before you come in for your visit. Our staff has extensive experience working with Medicare and many major insurance companies and will be glad to help you understand what benefits are available for you.

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