Your Austin Eye Doctor
Off of Far West Boulevard, across from Epoch Coffee in Chimney Corners Plaza.
About Far West Optical
Our Doctors of Optometry, Barbara Coldiron and Amie Nguyen, will provide you with the most thorough eye care possible in Austin, whether you need an eye health check-up, a routine eye examination, a medical concern investigated, a second opinion, new contact lenses, a new pair of glasses, or a prescription updated. With over 30 years of experience, our doctors have ongoing relationships with all the best eye surgical specialists in Central Texas, so you know you can count on their advice and any referrals that might be needed. It’s no wonder that our patients are extremely loyal to our doctors.
Our Eye Care Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
From updating your eyeglasses prescription to detection and treatment of eye diseases, comprehensive eye exams are important for continued visual health.
Contact Lens Exams
During a contact lens exam, your eye doctor will check if you are a good candidate for contacts and find the best type of contacts for your needs..
Dry Eyes
Do you have dry, itchy, gritty-feeling eyes? Dry eye syndrome is a very common condition. We offer dry eye treatments at our eye care clinic.
Children with myopia are at higher risk for potentially sight-threatening vision problems. Save your child’s vision with myopia management.
If cataracts go untreated, they can cause total blindness in the affected eye. We can help with co-management of your cataract removal surgery.
Eye diseases such as glaucoma and macular degeneration can cause severe loss of vision if not diagnosed and treated early. Our eye care team can help.
Astigmatism can cause vision problems such as blurred or double vision at all distances. Find out what you can do to correct astigmatism and see your best.
Macular degeneration can cause severe central vision loss if not detected and treated early on. We can help preserve your vision.
While vision can change drastically in the senior years, these changes shouldn't have to impair one's quality of life. The earlier these problems are detected and treated, the more likely proper eye care can help you retain good vision.
Eyeglasses & Frames
Designer Frames
Our extensive optical section offers a wide variety of eyeglass frames in every style, material & design. Come visit us today to see for yourself!
Our expert optical team can find just the right pair of glasses for you to be confident and look your best.
Lens coatings improve visual comfort, make it easier to clean your glasses and ensure your lenses last longer. Coatings include anti-scratch, anti-reflective, photochromatic and UV / blue light filters.
Contact Lenses
Contact Lens Fitting
We offer a wide range of contact lens options from dailies, monthly to multifocal contact lenses for crystal clear vision and superior comfort.
During a contact lens exam, your eye doctor will check if you are a good candidate for contacts and find the best type of contacts for your needs.
Location & Opening Hours
Off of Far West Boulevard, across from Epoch Coffee in Chimney Corners Plaza.
- Mon Dec. 25 Closed
- Monday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
- Tuesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
- Wednesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
- Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
- Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed