Eye Care & Eye Doctors in Alachua, FL
Our office in Alachua welcomes patients of all ages. You can get personalized care here, from routine checkups to advanced eye treatments. Keeping up with your vision is easy.
Located in Lake City, Gainesville, Alachua and Live Oak
We provide comprehensive vision care for all ages, including glasses, contacts and treatments for cataracts, glaucoma, and diabetes.
Columbia Eye Associates, PA, provides personalized, comprehensive eye care for both children and adults. Our services cover a wide range of needs, including contact lenses, prescription glasses, pediatric eye care, and treatments for glaucoma, strabismus, cataracts, and vision problems related to diabetes.
Our team consists of highly skilled vision technicians, ophthalmologists, opticians, and optometrists, all dedicated to delivering exceptional care. As a leading eye care practice, we treat patients of all ages with the highest level of expertise. Using advanced technology for diagnostic testing and in-office procedures, we tailor our services to meet each patient’s unique needs – offering personalized care at every step.
Our goal at Family Focus Eye Care & Eye Center near Lake City, Live Oak & Gainesville FL is to use conservative approaches to vision and eye care whenever possible. Every team member brings high-quality care with compassion. We strive to avoid unnecessary procedures with limited benefits.
Our mission is to remain the premier eye care provider in North Central Florida. We strive to serve as many patients as we can, delivering prompt care every time. Our team is dedicated to delivering complete patient satisfaction with enthusiasm, professionalism, and compassion.
We take pride in being the top eye care practice in North Central Florida. With a commitment to excellence, we’ve invested in the latest technology to provide exceptional eye care from your very first visit.
Our office in Alachua welcomes patients of all ages. You can get personalized care here, from routine checkups to advanced eye treatments. Keeping up with your vision is easy.
In Gainesville, you will find a great team that cares about your eyes. We use the latest tools to help everyone, from kids to older people. Each visit feels warm and personal.
Our Lake City office offers excellent eye care and an optical shop. You can get your eyewear prescription filled on the same day. Enjoy top-notch convenience and quality all in one place.
Our Live Oak office is an excellent choice for all your eye care needs. Whether you’re dealing with complex issues or simply need a routine checkup, we’re here to help. It’s reassuring to know that trusted care is available right in your community.
We have a team of highly experienced ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians, and vision technicians at Columbia Eye Associates, PA. You can choose your provider when making an appointment. They are:
We provide personalized, comprehensive care for eye and vision issues in both adults and children. We recognize the importance of timely treatment in preserving a patient’s vision. Our services include:
Cataracts are a common eye problem characterized by clouding of the lens. When this happens, light cannot pass through the...
View ServiceCataracts are conditions in which the lenses of the eyes become clouded, seriously impairing vision. Several causes of cataracts exist,...
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Dr Boone was great last year, however a few months ago I made my appt for my annual with contact lens. Today I received a phone call THE DAY BEFORE my appt to cancel me since they no longer accept my insurance! You would think when they cane to this decision- they would run all their patients with this insurance and call us all at once! Not wait until the day before! Luckily - I was able to get in to another office and I am not out of contacts so I will be okay. I am sure others have not been so lucky. Unprofessional in my opinion
SH Susan H.Submitted 02/11/25
This is the best eye care experience I've had in my life and I'm old. Demaris is one of the most caring and helpful persons at this location. Helped me with my glasses above and beyond from picking out my frames my lenses and I much appreciate her.
JC John C.Submitted 06/25/24
Arrived 10 minutes prior to my appointment time. Waited 45 minutes not including the additional 10 minutes i arrived early. Waited another 45 minute's before seeing the doctor. My advice is to take the whole day off if you want to be seen. Eyes were no longer dialed when I was seen. The front desk staff is very rude and not professional.
TG Terra G.Submitted 12/11/23
Highly effective, caring, communicates with me so that I understand the health parameters of my eyes.
SS Susan S.Submitted 09/27/22
Communication and cooperation between Staff and Doctor is on point. They help each other to get the job done. Very impressed.
JH Janet H.Submitted 07/21/20
I had a skin tag removed from my bottom eye lid and was scared to death. Dr.Karl removed it. It was painless and he was great.
SC Sue C.Submitted 06/16/20
Good eye care as usual!
SP Susan P.Submitted 06/12/20
Had an eye infection. Staff were not wearing any protective gear and didn't sanitize equipment prior to arrival and I made them do. Dr. Boone wore mask and gloves.
RT Robert T.Submitted 06/12/20
I always receive excellent service. The employees are always friendly,helpful, and courteous. Dr. Murphy is very professional and always gives me excellent service.
JF Jacqueline F.Submitted 06/11/20
Very pleased
HE Helen E.Submitted 06/10/20
Never had a long wait and very pleased that the doctor doesn't act like he's in a hurry. He spends time answering my questions and concerns.
JH Janet H.Submitted 06/10/20
Great service as always, thanks much
DM Dusty M.Submitted 06/10/20
Fast & Friendly. Had a Emergency at the ER and had to have my Cornea and pressure checked from being exposed to a Toxic African Milktree Sap. Dr Boone was thorough.
JB Jennifer B.Submitted 06/10/20
Everyone was professional and courteous. I’m always made to feel comfortable and appreciated. I especially appreciate Dr. Murphy’s willingness to listen and explain what is happening with my vision. I highly recommend the practice.
AM Angela M.Submitted 06/10/20
Dr. Murphy is great! She was very thorough and explained everything that she was doing to my son so he knew what to expect. She is very sweet and patient.
AH Alisha H.Submitted 06/10/20
Everyone was so wonderfully helpful and patient they stayed after hours to make sure our needs were met.
MS Melissa S.Submitted 06/10/20
Very good
SM Sharon M.Submitted 06/10/20
great company and doctor
CA CHARLES A.Submitted 06/10/20
Dr. Murphy is always thorough and never rushed. She always answers any questions I have. And best of all she is always smiling and so friendly. I feel she truly cares about me and loves her profession.
EC Esther C.Submitted 06/09/20
Dr. Avonda treat patients as part of his family and show a great concern for the health of his patients.
TL Tulio L.Submitted 11/16/19
My visit was pleasant and the service was punctual and informative.
LH Leo H.Submitted 11/16/19
Outstanding! Takes the time to explain all the procedures very thoroughly and the options that are available.
LT Larry T.Submitted 11/16/19
Professional and efficient.. I've had experience with a lot of doctors and visiting this office is always a pleasure.
KR Katurah R.Submitted 11/16/19
Can not say enough good things about Dr. Avonda, Debbie Avonda and staff. Personal, caring, knowledgeable and professional. Best glasses ever! Definitely a 5 star experience.
RL Rhonda L.Submitted 11/15/19
Great doctor and staff when you go there you are treated very good. I have been going to Dr. Avonda for 14 years he is very caring about your eye health. And Debbie Avonda does a great job on your glasses. I would recommend them to everyone.
MG Myrna G.Submitted 11/15/19
Everyone efficient and considerate.
CC Carolyn C.Submitted 11/15/19
I love this eye doctor and his staff. So friendly efficient and professional. Can't say enough about this office.
BC Barbara C.Submitted 11/14/19
I recommend everyone to Dr.Murphy. She takes her time to get to know each person that sits in her chair. The staff is always nice and the place is always clean. I appreciate everything they did for me.
JS Jessica S.Submitted 11/14/19
Very thorough exam and follow-up care.
CD Catherine D.Submitted 11/14/19
Dr. Avonda does an outstanding job when it comes to checking out your eyes and if there are problems he gives you the next step that will help you. Him and his wife do a fantastic job on taking care of your eyes and to make sure you get the frames prescription you need.
DD David D.Submitted 11/14/19
Great location, friendly staff, knowledgeable professionals!
MD Mark D.Submitted 11/14/19
Dr. Rowe was phenomenal in all ways. The staff was very friendly.
CT Cornester T.Submitted 11/14/19
Julie Myers is awesome! She made me feel comfortable. She is very knowledgeable.
JC Jess C.Submitted 10/31/19
Quick and easy. No pain and everything was fine.
SOG Sandra O. G.Submitted 10/14/19
Great caring folks! Fantastic service.
TH TOM H.Submitted 09/29/19
All staff were very friendly and good selection of glasses.
SH Sharon H.Submitted 09/29/19
I’m now doing my post operation appointments and I’m so happy beyond words with my results! Dr Khuddus is an amazing surgeon and very caring, her bedside manner is the best. She is such an expert in her field and I highly recommend this surgeon. She is the best of the best!
BG Beverly G.Submitted 09/27/19
Dr. Murphy was fantastic; she was very patient and caring regarding getting the best contact lens fit for me. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs an eye exam. The staff are punctual and friendly at this office.
KR Kathryn R.Submitted 09/26/19
Very easy to use. Great Job
HB HENRIETTA B.Submitted 09/26/19
Excellent. Everyone was very polite, skilled and patient.
HB Harold B.Submitted 09/26/19
Doctorow is a very experienced caring and compassionate doctor and I am thoroughly happy to have her as my doctor
TF Theresa F.Submitted 09/25/19
A very friendly and very caring visit with very professional people. Dr. Avonda is a great and caring person and takes very good care of me.
BS Billy S.Submitted 09/25/19
On time, efficient exam, good conversation & explanation
BB Barbara B.Submitted 09/25/19
I have received exceptional, professional care from Dr. Bodendorfer and the entire staff at Columbia Eye Associates. Dr. Bodendorfer is an excellent communicator and diagnostician. I am confident in the medical care I am receiving and I trust the care of my eyes to Dr. Bodendorfer and staff at Columbia Eye Associates.
LA Louis A.Submitted 09/25/19
I love Dr. Rowe and Dr. Karl. I find my visits to Family Focus handled in a friendly, professional and timely manner.
TT Tresie T.Submitted 09/24/19
I have always had very good experience with Dr. Avonda. And I want to tell him that the redness in my left eye has gone away.
SA Shelba A.Submitted 09/24/19
Thanks for the professional job you do, both at Lake city and Live Oak.
HS Howard S.Submitted 04/28/19
Very pleased. The Dr. was very honest with his evaluation of my situation. *****
DH DEBORA H.Submitted 04/27/19
Great!
CP C. P.Submitted 04/25/19
Great staff. Very thorough!!
RS Ronda S.Submitted 04/25/19
A job well done Very caring and concerned about my care.
RS Richard S.Submitted 04/25/19
Fast and able to work me in. Thank you
DD Donald D.Submitted 04/22/19
I went to see Dr. Bodendorfer for the first time because of complications from Dry Eye Syndrome. I have never has as thorough an Eye Examination as I had with him. I have had several other acute problems lately and he has taken care of all of them. My dry eyes are no longer making my life miserable and I owe it all to his expert diagnosis and treatment.
PL PAULA L.Submitted 04/22/19
I had cataract surgery done in both eyes, one month apart. Both times the surgery was painless and the entire staff was highly professional. I can’t thank them enough.
JS John S.Submitted 04/21/19
Dr. Murphy is professional. She takes time with me, answers my questions and explains therapy clearly. Thanks a million.
JS John S.Submitted 04/21/19
A good visit without a long wait.
GH Gary H.Submitted 04/21/19
Doctor Bodendorfer and his staff were great. The Doctor clearly explained status of my cataracts to me and I left feeling confident that I had chosen the right practice for my vision needs. I would recommend him to everyone.
CL Charles L.Submitted 04/21/19
Very Satisfactory
DH Dan H.Submitted 04/21/19
Great
RC Rosalyn C.Submitted 04/20/19
Dr Bodendorfer is very thorough and caring. He is worthy of 5 stars.
DN Donald N.Submitted 04/20/19
I have confidence in Dr. B. and his staff is pleasant and all seem to care about the patients.
CD Clarice D.Submitted 04/20/19
Very good appointment
DP Dorothy P.Submitted 04/20/19
Great service and very caring and polite.
SB Sally B.Submitted 04/20/19
It is always a delight to work with Dr. Bodenforer. He is always compassionate and caring about the issues that I am experiencing.
SC Susan C.Submitted 04/20/19
I have been a patient of Dr. Bodendorfer for about nine years. He has always been straight forward with me. Always answered any question or concerns that I have. Office staff have always been very helpful and friendly. Highly recommend their services.
JR Juanita R.Submitted 04/20/19
Wait time was a little long but the service was great. The staff was very helpful and courteous in getting test done in prep to see the doctor. Doctor was very professional and informative about eye condition. Treated me as a person and not just a patient.
TL Thomas L.Submitted 04/20/19
Dr. Bodendorfer is a competent, caring professional. You can not go wrong if you allow him to provide for your vision needs.
DG Douglas G.Submitted 04/20/19
Wonderful Doctor. Very caring thorough.
DN Donald N.Submitted 04/20/19
We accept a variety of insurance plans, including Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid. As a courtesy, we assist our patients in filing claims. You can find out which plans we accept when scheduling your appointment. We also accept several vision plans or offer optical discounts for plan holders of vision plans not on our list.
We have multiple locations to make accessing quality eye care easier for you. Whether you're at home or work, one of our offices is nearby, with convenient options for your eye care needs.
Get in touch with us at the following locations for top-quality eye checkups.
Severe itching is a sign of ocular allergy, especially when seasonal in nature. The remedy depends on the severity of the symptoms. Eyes that itch severely will need a medication that has a fast acting component. The medication of choice is often a steroid eye drop. For many, however, a prescription strength antihistamine eye drop is sufficient. The newer prescription antihistamines also have a preventive component for people with recurring symptoms. The choice of medication needed is based on the individual's signs and symptoms.
The retina is a thin layer of nerves lining the back of the eye. Sometimes a transparent film will grow on the retina that may contract over time to pull folds into the retina. This is called a macular pucker or epiretinal membrane. Symptoms of a macular pucker include blurred or distorted vision which worsens very slowly over time. If symptoms are mild then no treatment is needed. But if the vision worsens, surgery may be necessary to gently remove the film and flatten out the retina again. Only an examination by an eye doctor can detect macular puckers at an early stage.
The short answer is yes. Dilation is critical to evaluate the inner layer of the eye called the retina. A healthy retina is needed for good vision. Looking into an undilated eye is like looking into a large room through a very small peephole. It is easy to see straight in but it is challenging to see in the periphery. Some unfortunate problems can occur in the peripheral regions of the retina in otherwise healthy individuals. The most common problem discovered is a retinal tear or hole. Undetected, this can lead to a complete retinal detachment and subsequent vision loss. Once detected, a break in the peripheral retina can be repaired with minimal loss of vision.
Temporary loss of vision in one eye can be very serious. Typically, the vision suddenly darkens "like a shade coming down" but returns to normal in about 10 minutes. Sometimes this can be relatively harmless, such as when it occurs before a migraine headache. But sometimes it indicates that there has been an interruption in the blood flow to the eye. This can be caused by a clot or cholesterol plaque and may indicate that a stroke is coming. Any loss of vision, even if it returns to normal on its own, needs to be evaluated by an eye specialist without delay.
Absolutely not, even if they are not expired. There are many causes of a red eye: bacterial infection, allergy, inflammation, and dryness to name a few. The problem with using previously prescribed eye drops is that the cause of this redness has not been evaluated. Assuming your red eye is "the same as the last time" is risky business. For example, if the last medication prescribed was a steroid, it may have worked beautifully for inflammation. If you now suffer from an infection, the same drops will likely worsen your condition.