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Emerald Coast Eye Care

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Emerald Coast Eye Care

Panama City's premier eye care specialist, Dr. W. Payton Patterson, and staff invite you to visit us at Emerald Coast Eye Care.

Comprehensive eye care including treatment and management of glaucoma, pre- and post-operative cataracts, eye infections, minor eye injuries, and the fitting of contact lenses and glasses. New patient forms can be found on our Web site at www.emeraldcoasteyecare.com.

08/11/2026

This coming Thursday we have our monthly staff meeting first thing, but our lobby doors will be open no later than 8 o’clock, and we look forward to seeing you then. Have a great day, everybody😊

08/05/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday to Dr. Patterson! 🎉

Your dedication to providing exceptional eye care, your compassion for every patient, and your leadership inspire our team every day. Thank you for helping our community see the world more clearly and for making Emerald Coast Eye Care such a welcoming place for everyone who walks through our doors.

We hope your birthday is filled with joy, laughter, and all the things that make you smile. Wishing you a fantastic year ahead filled with happiness, good health, and continued success!

🎂 Happy Birthday, Dr. Patterson! 💚👓

08/04/2026

📚👓 Back-to-School Eye Exams Matter! 👓📚

Did you know that up to 80% of learning is visual? If your child is struggling to read, concentrate, or keep up in school, an undetected vision problem could be part of the reason.
In addition to education, physical and social health are also very dependent on a properly functioning visual system! 🏈🏐

A comprehensive eye exam can help detect:
✅ Nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism
✅ Eye teaming and focusing issues
✅ Lazy eye (amblyopia)
✅ Eye health concerns that may not have obvious symptoms

Even if your child passed a school vision screening, it’s important to remember that vision screenings are not a substitute for a comprehensive eye exam.

Give your child the best start to the new school year by scheduling their annual eye exam today. Clear vision helps support confident learning, better classroom performance, and healthy eye development.

📅 Back-to-school appointments fill up quickly—schedule yours today!

SchoolSuccess SeeToLearn

08/03/2026

👓 𝗪𝗘’𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚: 𝗢𝗣𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗡 / 𝗙𝗥𝗔𝗠𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗬𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗧

Do you have an eye for style and enjoy helping people feel confident? Emerald Coast Eye Care is looking for a friendly, dependable Optician / Frame Stylist to join its patient-focused team in Panama City, Florida.

✨ Full-time position
✨ Four-day workweek
✨ No weekends
✨ Paid time off and paid holidays
✨ Employee discount and uniform allowance
✨ Training available for the right candidate

Previous optical, eyewear sales, optician, or frame-styling experience is preferred—but a positive attitude, strong customer service skills, and a willingness to learn are equally important.

𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗲𝗱:
https://www.indeed.com/job/optician-frame-stylist-3853c6a8becc7a2b

𝗢𝗥 𝗗𝗠 𝘂𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀!

Purciarele Group is managing recruitment so the practice can remain focused on providing exceptional patient care. Please apply through the posting and do not contact the practice directly unless you have a scheduled interview.

08/02/2026

Happy 4-Year Work Anniversary, Stella! 💐

Today we’re celebrating four amazing years of Stella being a valued part of the Emerald Coast Eye Care family! As one of our dedicated opticians, Stella consistently goes above and beyond to help our patients find the perfect eyewear while providing exceptional care and service with a smile.

Thank you, Stella, for your hard work, compassion, and dedication over the past four years. Here’s to celebrating this milestone and many more to come! 💕👓

08/01/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Stella! 🎉

Today we’re celebrating Stella, one of our amazing opticians here at Emerald Coast Eye Care! 💜👓

Your kindness, expertise, and dedication help our patients see the world more clearly every day. Thank you for all that you do and for being such a valued part of our team.

We hope your birthday is filled with lots of joy, laughter, and everything that makes you smile. Wishing you an incredible year ahead!

🎂🥳 Happy Birthday, Stella! Please help us celebrate her in the comments! 💕

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07/30/2026

Make a statement with Coco & Breezy eyewear. ✨ Designed by twin sisters Corianna and Brianna Dotson, these bold, fashion-forward frames are made to help you stand out with confidence.

Stop by to find the pair that fits your style and elevate your everyday look.

07/28/2026

Did you know glaucoma is often called the "silent thief of sight"? 👁️✨

It’s one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide, yet it often develops without any pain, warning signs, or early symptoms. By the time most people notice a change in their vision, permanent damage has already occurred.

The good news? Early detection can save your sight.

Quick Glaucoma Facts:

📉 No early symptoms: You can lose up to 40% of your vision before noticing.

🩺 Painless check: A routine dilated eye exam is all it takes to detect high eye pressure or optic nerve damage.

💊 Treatable: While there's no cure, eye drops, laser treatments, or surgery can slow or stop progression.

For preventative health, it is always our recommendation to have an eye exam every 1-2 years even if you haven't noticed any vision changes or have any known eye health conditions. In addition, If you’re over 40, have a family history of glaucoma, or haven't had a comprehensive eye exam recently-- this is your friendly reminder to book an appointment today! 🗓️

07/25/2026

Yesterday marked the anniversary of birth of this awesome guy right here!! 🥳 Chris (who we all affectionately call Curtis) is a member of our optical staff, and if you’ve had the pleasure of meeting him, you know he is great at what he does, and just fun to be around. Please join us in wishing Chris a VERY Happy Birthday.🎉

Address

1714 W 23rd Street, Ste K
Panama City, FL
32405

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 5pm
Tuesday	7am - 5pm
Wednesday	7am - 5pm
Thursday	7am - 5pm

Telephone

+18502159101

Website

http://www.emeraldcoasteyecare.com/

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