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Eye Care Services in Blacksburg

Your Optometric Specialists in Blacksburg. Serving Christiansburg, Radford and the New River Valley

Make an appointment in Blacksburg today: Or for more information call Drs. Jacobs Optometrists at 540-953-0136

  • Comprehensive annual ocular health and functional visual evaluations
  • Evidence based Myopia Control evaluation and consultation
  • Full scope Specialty, and latest technology cosmetic, Contact Lens Services
  • Ortho-K – great for active youngsters - clear daytime vision without glasses or contact lenses
  • Sclerals – life changing lenses for those with certain eye conditions (including Keratoconus)
  • One Day CLs for almost every visual need - Utmost in comfort and convenience
  • Evaluation, consultation and visual treatment of TBI and Post-Concussion Vision Syndrome
  • Care of internal and external eye diseases including glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataract, pink eye, dry eye and other conditions
  • LASIK, PRK and cataract surgery co-managment
  • Low vision evaluations and consultation
  • Trad to Rad eyewear – frames and lenses offering newest technological advances
  • Public speaking on vision/eye related issues – specific presentations available for pre-schoolers through senior citizens

Over the past 28 years, we have striven to provide the time, quality and care - and personalities - to make your experience one to remember.

Comprehensive Eye Care Services in Blacksburg

We love seeing and taking care of our friends from Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Radford or anywhere else in the New River Valley and beyond.

Whether you need a preventive yearly eye examination or advanced treatment for eye disease, at Drs. Jacobs Optometrists, we believe complete eye care enhances quality of life. Our eye care clinic provides comprehensive eye exams, Wellness exam, myopia control services, specialty and general contact lens care, treatment of eye diseases and a full range of functional visual care services including low vision, visual rehabilitation following traumatic brain injury (TBI) and visual therapy.

  • Ocular Wellness
  • Comprehensive Eye Exams
    Learn more about what problems can be spotted with an eye exam, what’s involved in a comprehensive exam, and special considerations for kids and contacts.
  • Pediatric Eye Exams
    Early identification of a child's vision problem is crucial. Myopia (nearsightedness) is becoming much more common and it increases the chance for serious eye disease in later life.  Techniques are available to slow down its development.  We take special care to determine your child’s myopia risk and discuss what can be done to help.  
  • InfantSEE®
    This service offers early detection of potential eye and vision problems at no cost regardless of income or ability to pay. It is a one-time, comprehensive eye and vision assessment for babies, usually conducted between the ages of 6 and 12 months.
  • Management of Ocular Diseases
    Including Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, and Cataracts.
  • Orthokeratology Eye Doctors in Blacksburg VA
    Orthokeratology, or "Ortho-k," is the process of reshaping the very front surface of the eye with specially-designed rigid gas permeable contact lens-type molds. The molds are slept with, allowing Ortho-K to alter the contour of this surface and correct mild to moderate amounts of nearsightedness and astigmatism, resulting in clear daytime vision without glasses or contact lenses.  Besides the visual convenience advantages of Ortho-K, it is also a proven Myopia Control technique.
  • Advanced Eye Exam Technology
    We use the most up-to-date technology to ensure the best eye care possible. Learn about the different types of tests and equipment you may experience on a visit to our Practice.
  • LASIK & Refractive Surgery Co-Management
    If you're ready for an alternative to glasses and/or contacts look to us for co-management of LASIK, cataract, and other ocular surgery.
  • Dry Eye Doctor in Blacksburg VA
    Dry eyes result from the chronic lack of lubrication and moisture on the surface of the eye, which can cause minor irritations, an inability to wear contact lenses and an increased risk of corneal inflammation and eye infections.
  • Eye Emergencies (Pink/Red Eyes)
    Did you know your optometrist can help you with red eyes, pink eye, sore eyes, foreign body removal and eye emergencies?
  • Low Vision
    Low vision is the term used to describe reduced eyesight that cannot be fully corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses or eye surgery. The primary causes of low vision are eye diseases, but low vision also can be inherited or caused by an eye or brain injury.
  • Traumatic Brain Injuries – Symptoms and Care
    Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) very frequently affect many aspects of eye sight and vision, including clarity, spatial perception, light sensitivity, and visually guided movement. When it comes to working with TBI patients to help you see and feel clearly and comfortably again, we have experience, understanding and knowledge. Not everyone does.
  • Astigmatism Diagnosis & Treatment
    Astigmatism is a very common eye condition that's easily corrected by eyeglasses or contact lenses and on some occasions, surgery.
  • Presbyopia Diagnosis and Treatment
    Does holding a newspaper farther from your face help you see the words? For this reason, presbyopia is sometimes called "long-arm syndrome."
  • CareCredit
    CareCredit lets you begin your procedure immediately—then pay for it over time.
  • Your Eye Health
    A comprehensive library of vision-related information that will help you better understand how your vision works, common eye conditions, surgeries and how your vision changes as you age.

BIG NEWS!

We’ll soon be “Eyes on Main”! And that’s not the only news... please offer a warm welcome to Dr. Mike Gowen.

From Dr. J:

I opened my office in 1990 – That’s 30 years coming up on August 1st!!   In some ways it feels like yesterday, and in others, like forever.  Along with so much else that has changed this year, one more occasion is on the horizon.  I am excited to announce that I am selling my practice to Dr. Mike Gowen.  Dr. G and his wife, SallyAnn, met at Virginia Tech close to 40 years ago. They have been proud and loud Hokies ever since and dreamed of returning to live in Blacksburg.  Both are strong supporters of the arts, athletics and the civic engagement that make this a very special place to live, work and play!

I am thrilled to be handing the baton to a doctor who believes as I do in community service. Plus, he is laser focused also on individualized patient care, personal and professional intellectual advancement and enjoying the good things and kind people who come along every day.

Better yet, I’m not going anywhere!  I will continue seeing patients, focusing on visual rehab for those suffering from concussions/TBI, working to control the progression and consequences of nearsightedness through orthokeratology and other treatments, and counseling all regarding the inter-relation of the eyes, brain and body, along with the importance of nutrition, exercise and mental well-being.  There’s so much I yet want to learn and do, and now I won’t have to worry about arguing with insurance companies.  I’m excited!

From Dr. G:

It’s impossible to express how pleased I am to be moving to Blacksburg. It has long been the dream of my wife and I to become a part of this unique town, where we met as Virginia Tech students and continued to frequent as alumni.    I look forward to the privilege of serving the people of Blacksburg and bringing my lifetime of experience in the field of eye care to serve one and all. I'm delighted that Dr. Steve Jacobs will remain with the practice, which will now be “EYES on Main.” I consider it a great privilege to continue the exemplary patient care and community service that Dr. Jacobs has and will continue to provide to the New River Valley. Together we will serve the Blacksburg community with the same culture of care and community involvement that has always been a part of this practice.

 More updates to follow.  Send us a message or give us a call with questions, comments, or to set up an appointment.

We can always be reached at 540-953-0136!

Sincerely,Dr. J, Dr. S, Dr. G & staff