For many parents “back to school” also means “back to sports”. For optometrists “back to sports” also means an influx of eye injuries. While parents may not realize it, sports like soccer, basketball, lacrosse, baseball, and even racquet sports put kids at an increased risk for eye injuries. According to the National Institutes of Health, most eye injuries in school-age children are sustained during sports. Most sports-related eye injuries are, fortunately, easily prevented with the use of protective eyewear.
Welcome Dr. Quesenberry
We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Jared Quesenberry, OD, will be joining our practice on Wednesday, September 5. A native of Crozet, Dr. Quesenberry earned his undergraduate degree from Messiah College and continued on to earn his Doctor of Optometry from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis. During his training program Dr. Quesenberry worked at a hospital- based facility with the White Earth Indian Health Service in Minnesota, a private practice in Lexington, Virginia and an inner-city based clinic in Memphis. When he isn’t at work Dr. Quesenberry enjoys spending time with his wife, being outdoors, hunting, reading and church. “My mission is to provide each patient with the highest quality eye care, using modern techniques, and serving the community by educating patients … Read More