NOTE FROM THE DOCTOR -
Dr. Dianne Dao is a graduate of
the University of Texas at Dallas with a Bachelor
of Science in Psychology/ Biology. She was awarded
a Clinical Letter of Excellence after completion
of her doctorate degree from the University of
Houston College of Optometry.
Dr. Dao received valuable experience
in pediatric vision training at The Hoppings Eye
Associates while she was a student in University
of Houston College of Optometry. She worked one
on one with kids of all ages with lazy eyes and
binocular vision problems.
For her internship, Dr. Dao received
clinical training at the Herman Eye Center where
she worked closely with several ophthalmologists
specializing in retinal pathologies, glaucoma,
corneal disorders/ diseases, neurological diseases,
and oculoplasty. Dr. Dao also trained at the M.D.
Anderson Cancer Center, where she was involved
in providing eye care for cancer patients undergoing
radiation treatments.
In addition, Dr. Dao received training
at The Coastal Eye Associates, an optometric and
ophthalmologic practice in Clear Lake, Texas.
She gained considerable knowledge and experience
in management and treatment of red eyes and ocular
diseases as well as co-management of cataract
and refractive surgeries.
Dr. Dao also trained at The Space
Center Eye Associates in Clear Lake, where she
provided comprehensive eye exams to all age groups
and gained excellent knowledge in contact lens
fitting including keratoconus. Dr. Dao also enjoyed
the unique experience of examining and screening
astronaut candidates for NASA.
Since 1999, Dr. Dao and her staff
has provided eyecare for the Pearland community,
specializing in family eye care; computer vision
syndrome (CVS), management and treatment of ocular
diseases; fitting of all types of contact lenses
including soft and rigid gas permeable bifocal
contacts; and different types of refractive corrective
surgeries.
Dr. Dao is an active member of the
American Optometric Association and the Texas
Optometric Association. She currently serves as
the Treasurer for the Harris County Optometric
Society and as an examiner for the National Board
of Optometry. She is involved with various community
activities including conducting vision screening
and presenting educational seminars to private
and public schools in Pearland. She is committed
to raising public awareness of the importance
of good vision as a critical tool in a child's
education. Dr. Dao is an active member of the
Pearland, Friendswood, and Manvel/Alvin Chambers
of Commerce.
Dr. Dao and her husband, Tony, an
aerospace engineer at NASA, have two boys and
live in Pearland. She enjoys cooking, shopping,
exercising, church activities, and raising her
family in the fast-growing community of Pearland.
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