Carolyn Helbert-Green, OD is a trusted local optometrist practicing at her Colleyville, TX clinic. She is registered with The Texas Optometry Board and practices under the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Medical Practice Act). Optometrists (ODs) are the primary healthcare providers for eye and vision care, offering comprehensive eye exams, diagnosing and treating eye diseases, prescribing corrective lenses, and often collaborating with ophthalmologists and primary care physicians to ensure optimal patient eye health. She serves all ages and is currently welcoming new patients. Please call (817) 428-0400 to schedule an appointment.
Dr. Helbert-Green, OD is an optometrist in Colleyville, TX, dedicated to providing complete eye care for the entire family. She graduated from the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School in 1987 and completed an internship at Colorado Springs, CO in 1992. Subsequently, she undertook residency training in Optometry at Research and Development, Alcon Laboratories, graduating in 2014. Dr. Helbert-Green is Board Certified in Optometry by the American Board of Optometry and affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Grapevine. She offers consultations in Spanish and is committed to providing comprehensive eye exams, contact lens evaluations, digital retinal photographs, treatment of eye injuries and infections, and co-management for glaucoma, cataract, and LASIK surgery, ensuring the best possible care for her patients.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. Helbert-Green is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Helbert-Green provides comprehensive optometric care, focusing on detailed eye exams, accurate diagnoses, and tailored treatment plans. She collaborates effectively with other healthcare providers to ensure holistic patient care, prioritizing clear communication and a strong patient-provider partnership to achieve optimal eye health outcomes.
By working together, you and Dr. Helbert-Green can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
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Aetna
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- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Choice
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Choice Plus POS II
- Cigna
- Curative
- Curative EPO
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- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- LocalPlus
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As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. Helbert-Green offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Bacterial Conjunctivitis: Red, itchy, watery eyes with discharge could be bacterial conjunctivitis; your optometrist can diagnose this infection and provide treatment to relieve symptoms and prevent spread.
- Vitreous Diseases: Floaters, flashes, or other vision disturbances might indicate a vitreous disease; your optometrist will perform tests to determine the cause and recommend treatment or monitoring.
- Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy: This inherited eye condition, Fuchs' corneal dystrophy, affects the cornea's clarity, leading to vision problems; your optometrist can help you manage the symptoms and maintain vision as best as possible.
- Optic Neuritis: Optic neuritis is inflammation of the optic nerve that can cause vision loss, and your optometrist can help diagnose it and monitor your treatment.
- Disorder of Choroid: Choroidal diseases affect the middle layer of your eye, impacting vision; your optometrist plays a key role in early detection and treatment.
- Visual Deprivation Nystagmus: Visual deprivation nystagmus is an involuntary eye movement that happens because of a lack of proper visual stimulation during early childhood, and an optometrist can help manage it with vision therapy and other treatments.
- Blepharochalasis: If you have excess skin on your eyelids causing them to droop, you might have blepharochalasis; an optometrist can determine if this affects your vision and discuss treatment choices.
This list represents some of the common conditions treated. An accurate diagnosis and a personalized care plan can only be developed through a direct consultation with a qualified medical professional.
To provide comprehensive and patient-centered care, Dr. Helbert-Green offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and treat various health concerns:
- Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking (CXL): CXL is a procedure used to treat keratoconus, a condition where the cornea becomes cone-shaped, blurring vision. It involves strengthening the cornea's structure.
- Avastin® Injection (co-management): Co-management for Avastin® injections means your optometrist helps oversee your care before, during, and after the injection, ensuring your eyes are well-monitored.
- Strabismus Examination: During a strabismus exam, your eye doctor will assess how well your eyes work together to focus, identifying any muscle imbalances causing misalignment.
- Glaucoma Surgery (co-management): Your optometrist plays a key role in your glaucoma surgery journey, coordinating your care with the surgeon to optimize your vision and eye health.
- Glasses Fitting: During a glasses fitting, your optometrist adjusts your frames to make sure you see clearly and experience no discomfort.
- Optical Coherence Tomography: Think of OCT as an ultrasound for your eye; it provides a cross-sectional view of the eye's tissues, allowing for early detection of problems like glaucoma and macular degeneration.
- Intraocular Lens Implant Surgery (co-management): This service involves your optometrist collaborating with an ophthalmologist to manage your eye health before and after you receive an intraocular lens (like during cataract surgery), ensuring a smooth recovery.
Service availability can change. To understand which services are appropriate for your specific health needs, please schedule a consultation to develop a personalized care plan.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for their professional license in Texas.
Dr. Helbert-Green is dedicated to partnering with patients to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how proactive care can make a tangible difference in a patient's life:
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and treatment plan, a patient experienced significant relief from their red, itchy eyes and discharge, successfully managing their bacterial conjunctivitis. The optometrist's guidance helped them understand how to prevent spreading the infection.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized treatment plan from their optometrist, a patient successfully managed their vitreous diseases, restoring their clear vision and improving their overall well-being. By closely monitoring their condition, they gained confidence in their ability to proactively address their eye health.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized treatment plan from an optometrist, a patient successfully managed their Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy, maintaining good vision and quality of life.
These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results vary and depend on many factors. She will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.
- Primary Location:
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1213 Hall Johnson Rd Ste 300, Colleyville, TX, 76034
Phone: (817) 428-0400
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- Reasearch and Develoment, Alcon Laboratories (Residency Hospital) - 2014
- Colorado Springs, Co (Internship Hospital) - 1992
- University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School (Medical School) - 1987
- Texas Wesleyan (Undergraduate School) - 1983
- American Board of Optometry (Optometry)
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Optometric care with Dr. Helbert-Green:
- What is the difference between an Optometrist and an Ophthalmologist?
- An optometrist (OD) is the primary eye care doctor for routine exams, prescribing glasses/contacts, and managing common eye diseases. An ophthalmologist (MD/DO) is a medical and surgical physician who performs eye surgery and treats more complex eye diseases. They often work together, with Dr. Helbert-Green providing pre- and post-operative care.
- How often should I get a comprehensive eye exam?
- For healthy adults with no symptoms or risk factors, a comprehensive eye exam every one to two years is typically recommended. However, children, seniors, and those with risk factors like diabetes, high blood pressure, or a family history of eye disease may need more frequent exams, as recommended by Dr. Helbert-Green.
- I'm interested in LASIK. Is that something you do?
- Dr. Helbert-Green plays a crucial role in the LASIK process. While the surgery is performed by an ophthalmologist, we perform the initial evaluation, provide pre-operative care, and manage all post-operative follow-up visits to ensure proper healing.
- What is glaucoma and how do you test for it?
- Glaucoma is a disease that damages the optic nerve, often caused by high pressure inside the eye. It can lead to permanent vision loss if untreated. Testing during a routine exam includes measuring eye pressure, checking peripheral vision, and examining the optic nerve.
- Do I need a separate appointment for a contact lens fitting?
- Yes, a separate appointment is needed for a contact lens fitting. It involves more than just your glasses prescription, including precise measurements of your eye's curvature, tear film evaluation, and trial lens fitting to ensure comfort and clear vision. This is necessary to obtain a contact lens prescription.
- Can my eye exam detect health problems other than just vision issues?
- Yes, a comprehensive eye exam can detect more than just vision issues. The eye is the only place in the body where blood vessels can be viewed directly without surgery, allowing for the early detection of serious systemic health conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and even certain cancers.
- At what age should my child have their first eye exam?
- The American Optometric Association recommends a first comprehensive eye exam for a child at 6 months of age, again at age 3, and just before they start school. This is essential for detecting issues like lazy eye or misaligned eyes that are best treated early.
- My eyes often feel dry and gritty. Is this something you can treat?
- Yes, we can treat dry eye. It's a very common condition that optometrists diagnose and manage. Treatment options range from artificial tears and prescription eye drops to in-office procedures that can improve tear quality and provide lasting relief.
1213 Hall Johnson Rd Ste 300
Colleyville TX 76034
Phone: (817) 428-0400
Carolyn Helbert-Green, OD is regulated by the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Medical Practice Act) in Texas and is licensed by The Texas Optometry Board.
National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1063421584
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Optometry Board website or by direct inquiry.
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