Meet The Staff

Over the past 10 years, we have developed a LASIK team that has become known for the quality care they deliver to LASIK and Laser Vision Correction patients. The LASIK team at The Eye Clinic of Texas has worked diligently to produce a solid program of patient-oriented care for each refractive patient.

		Joni Schirmer is the Administrator of The Eye Clinic of Texas. She has been associated with The Clinic since 1985 and has been involved with establishing and administering many of the programs currently in place. Questions about financial concerns or scheduling can be directed to Joni.
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		Myrna Benson, COA, supervises the technical staff at The Eye Clinic. She has over ten years of experience working with the excimer laser and directed the collection of all data used for the historic FDA study, which proved the safety and efficacy of the Summit Apex Excimer Laser. Myrna has been with The Eye Clinic since 1974. Any technical questions can be directed to Myrna.
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		Mary Jane Caddell is responsible for the management of the Ophthalmic Laser Center. She schedules all refractive surgeries, monitors the lasers, and assists in performing procedures. Mary Jane began working at The Eye Clinic in 1987 and has several years of experience in the area of clinical activities and patient care. Questions about appointments, finances, and other clinic matters can be directed to Mary Jane.
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		Michele Hay is the Laser Vision Coordinator. She is the primary consultant in educating LASIK patients as well as performing a myriad of other support functions for the LASIK program. She is available to answer questions about any of these areas.
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		Nora Bessire supervises all office operations for The Eye Clinic of Texas. She has been with The Clinic since 1978 and has played a key role in the growth of the LASIK program.
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		Barbara Lund joined The Eye Clinic staff in 1991 and has over 19 years experience in Ophthalmology. She was involved as an ophthalmic assistant in the initial FDA trials for Laser Vision Correction 1991 and has been an integral part of the LASIK team for the past 4 years.
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		These team leaders, and all of our Eye Clinic staff members, are capable of answering your questions about Laser Vision Correction and all other aspects of our ophthalmic services. If they cannot answer your question knowledgeably, they will find someone in the clinic that can.

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