Eyecare Experts

See Better. Hear Better. The Future of Eyewear Is Here. In honor of National Eyewear Day (June 6), Dr. Troy Bell and Dr. Gene Terrezza welcome special guest DJ Taylor to share one of the most exciting advances in optical technology: eyewear that doubles as hearing aids from Nuance Audio.

These stylish, prescription-compatible glasses are designed for those with mild to moderate hearing loss, seamlessly blending sophisticated sound ...

Do your eyes feel dry, irritated, or constantly tired? You’re not alone! Dry Eye Syndrome is more common than ever, affecting millions of people due to screen time, aging, and environmental factors. In this episode of Eyecare Experts, Dr. Gene Terrezza and Dr. Troy Bell are joined again by Dr. Karlee Johnson to break down:

• What causes dry eye disease (spoiler: it’s more than just a lack of tears!)
• The most common symptoms and ...

Did you know that hormonal changes can impact your vision and eye health? Whether it’s pregnancy or menopause, fluctuations in estrogen, progesterone, and androgens can lead to dry eyes, blurry vision, and even increased risks of eye diseases. In this episode of Eyecare Experts, Dr. Gene Terrezza and Dr. Troy Bell are joined by Dr. Karlee Johnson to discuss How hormonal shifts affect the eyes and why women experience more eye-relat...

Air Force Veteran Dr. Oscar Corredor joins Eyecare Experts Dr. Gene Terrezza and Dr. Troy Bell to discuss opening our new location in Navarre! Our trio highlights the services, products and more that the new Navarre office houses. Conveniently located on Hwy. 98, adjacent to Harvest Village, this location features the latest technology and a wide variety of eyewear from affordable to luxury brands and more, all in a comfortable, mo...

In recognition of Low Vision Awareness Month, our Eyecare Experts, Dr. Gene Terrezza and Dr. Troy Bell, discussed the impact of Low Vision on eye health for Episode 22. They provided helpful information on how Low Vision is diagnosed and the various treatment options and resources available for patients living with the condition. Check out this latest episode to learn more, and remember to like and subscribe to the Eyecare Experts ...

Dr. Gene Terrezza and Dr. Troy Bell welcomed Dr. Ian Bellard back to the Eyecare Experts podcast for Episode #21 to discuss opening our fourth office in Pensacola at Baptist Hospital. Check out this latest episode and learn more about this convenient location in two suites on the first floor of the Henderson Building on the new hospital campus. Enjoying Eyecare Experts? Rate, review, subscribe to the pod, and share it with a friend...

UPDATE - ALL APPOINTMENTS FILLED FOR 2025 DOCTORS WITH A HEART! It’s that time of the year…that’s right, we’ve kicked off registration for our annual Doctors With a Heart program. Your Eyecare Experts, Dr. Gene Terrezza and Dr. Troy Bell, are joined by Regional General Manager Kat Knight to discuss the 38th annual Doctors With a Heart program, which provides free eye exams and eyeglasses to uninsured, low-income patients. Together,...

Join us for a special edition of the Eyecare Experts podcast, where we recap our Best of 2024 for Episode 19! We dove into the analytics to identify our Top 5 podcasts from last year and compile clips from each of our most popular episodes. To view the complete top 5 episodes, click the links below. While you’re there, don’t forget to like and subscribe to the to the Eyecare Experts on your favorite podcast app.

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Join us for Episode 18 as our Eyecare Experts, Dr. Gene Terrezza and Dr. Troy Bell, are joined by our General Manager Kat Boyden again for this special holiday podcast. Together, the panel discusses using your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Spending Account (HSA) funds before the end of the year, as well as gift giving, including our gift card program! Check out this timely new episode, and don’t forget to like and subs...

Eyecare Experts Dr. Gene Terrezza and Dr. Troy Bell welcomed back Dr. Maggie Martin to the podcast for Episode 17 – Your Eyes & Migraines. Together, the panel discussed the devastating impact migraines have, the triggers for this debilitating condition and new lenses that may be able to help migraine sufferers. Check out this latest episode to learn more, and don’t forget to like and subscribe to the Eyecare Experts wherever yo...

Eyecare Experts Dr. Gene Terrezza and Dr. Troy Bell were joined again by Dr. Zackary Elkins on the pod. In recognition of Diabetes Awareness Month, our panel discussed the impact of Diabetes on eye health, including conditions and treatment options available for diabetic patients, as well as warning signs your eyes may reveal. Check out this latest episode to learn more, and remember to like and subscribe to the Eyecare Experts whe...

Join us for Episode #13 as Dr. Gene Terrezza and Dr. Troy Bell welcome back Dr. Oscar Corredor to discuss Hispanic Eye Health as we observe Hispanic Heritage Month. In this new episode, our panel discusses the eye diseases and conditions that disproportionately impact Hispanics, including diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and cataracts. Don’t forget to let us know how we’re doing by liking, commenting and subscribing to Eyecare Expert...

Eyecare Experts Dr. Gene Terrezza and Dr. Troy Bell welcomed Dr. Oscar Corredor for Episode 12 to discuss Inflammatory Eye Disease. Together, the panel provided an overview of the most common types of inflammatory eye disease, including Conjunctivitis, Uveitis, Thyroid Eye Disease and more. We’d appreciate hearing from you! Let us know how we’re doing by subscribing, liking and commenting on our YouTube channel or wherever you get ...

Eyecare Experts Dr. Gene Terrezza and Dr. Troy Bell were joined by the practice’s General Manager, Kat Boyden, for Episode 10 to discuss Aging Eyes and Insurance. Together, they discuss practical considerations for those with aging eyes and dive into common questions about insurance benefits, including how we work with patients on claims and other important issues. We’d also appreciate hearing from you! Let us know how we’re doing ...

Dr. Gene Terrezza and Dr. Troy Bell were pleased to bring back Dr. Ian Bellard for Episode #9 of Eyecare Experts. In this new installment, the panel covers contact lenses and talks in detail about Keratoconus. You can also watch this latest episode over on our YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/67kx_za65Gk.  Let us know how we’re doing by liking, commenting and subscribing to Eyecare Experts. We’d also love to include your questio...

Our Eyecare Experts, Dr. Gene Terrezza and Dr. Troy Bell, kick off July with Dr. Ian Bellard to discuss screen time and pediatric eye exams. As an avid gamer, Dr. Bellard, provides helpful insight into the impact of screen time on adults as well as children. The panel also discusses the importance of scheduling back-to-school eye exams for your kids and they answer a few “Ask the Experts” mailbag questions! We’d also love to hear f...