Comprehensive Eye Care in Columbus OH

Columbus EyeCare Associates provides comprehensive eye care focused on achieving optimal vision. If you are in Columbus OH, we encourage you to schedule a routine eye health examination. Our goal is to protect and enhance vision at every stage of life, offering personalized care for patients from newborns to seniors.

With over thirty years of experience, Dr. Patrick Dollenmayer and Dr. Jill Danker ensure that every patient receives quality attention and comfort.

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What does Comprehensive Eye Care mean?

A comprehensive eye exam goes beyond just checking your vision for a new prescription. At Columbus EyeCare Associates, our full eye examination covers all aspects of your visual system and the overall health of your eyes.

We assess how your eyes work together as a team and thoroughly examine their internal and external structures for any health issues. This allows us to detect the earliest signs of eye diseases, from common cataracts to macular degeneration, often before you notice any symptoms. Early detection is the key to protecting your vision.

We also test functions such as peripheral vision, depth perception, color vision, and eye coordination to ensure you see clearly, comfortably, and safely.

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Why Regular Examination Should Matter?

Clear sight does not always mean healthy eyes. Many serious eye conditions develop slowly without obvious symptoms. Regular checkups are essential:

• Track changes in your vision and updating your correction.
• Screen for early signs of diseases like glaucoma and cataracts.
• Detect signs of systemic health issues like diabetes or hypertension.
• Test eye coordination, which is critical for children and professionals.
• Provide preventative care to keep your vision healthy for years to come.

We encourage annual eye exams for many patients. Adults with healthy eyes should typically have an exam every 1 to 2 years, while individuals with conditions such as diabetes may need more frequent visits.

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What to Expect During Your Eye Exam?

Your eye exam at Columbus EyeCare Associates will be thorough and personalized. We take your medical history, lifestyle, and any concerns you have into account.

Your exam will include a variety of tests to get a complete picture of your eye health:

• Refraction: Determines your exact prescription for glasses or contact lenses.
• Eye Teaming & Movement: Checks how effectively your eyes work together to focus.
• Depth Perception: Assesses your ability to judge distances.
• Color Vision: Screens for any color deficiencies.
• Visual Field Testing: Ensures your side (peripheral) vision is functioning correctly.
• Glaucoma & Cataract Assessment: Identifies early signs of increased intraocular pressure or lens clouding.
• Dry Eye Evaluation: Helps diagnose conditions that may cause irritation or blurred vision.
• Macular Degeneration Screening: Monitors the health of your retina to prevent central vision loss.
• Dilated Eye Exam: Provides a clear view of your retina, optic nerve, and blood vessels to detect disease.

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Where Expertise Meets Compassion

Dr. Patrick Dollenmayer

Since 1991, Dr. Patrick Dollenmayer has become one of the pillars of Columbus EyeCare Associates. He lives in Gahanna, Ohio, and holds undergraduate and doctoral degrees from The Ohio State University, where he served as a clinical instructor in the College of Optometry. For his nonstop commitment to the profession and its patients, he was recognized as a very distinguished alumnus of the university.

Dr. Dollenmayer is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Ohio Optometric Association. His relationship-building approach to optometry focuses on patients with whom he has shared visual goals and comfort throughout different phases of life.

In his spare time, he enjoys music, cooking, and spending time with his wife, Sherry, and four children. Literally, he lives in optometry. The process of practicing became very enjoyable when he performed with his all-optometric band at some events, successfully blending creativity into work-related matters.

Dr. Jill Danker

Dr. Jill Danker joined our practice in 2021 to continue the path of quality care left by her colleagues. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree from The Ohio State University in 2015 and a Doctor of Optometry degree in 2020. Dr. Danker is known for her excellent clinical skills, and she has received the Advanced Ocular Care Clinical Excellence Award.

Training encompasses the entire spectrum of primary eye care, disease management, pediatrics, and contact lenses. She is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Ohio Optometric Association.

Dr. Jill Danker is a huge Buckeye fan and was formerly a trumpet player in the Ohio State Marching Band, bringing the same enthusiasm and accuracy to her practice. She loves caring for patients of all ages and is passionate about upholding the strong community-centered tradition at Columbus EyeCare Associates.

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Schedule Your Comprehensive Eye Exam Today

We are proud to be a trusted choice for family eye care in the Columbus area and are always welcoming new patients. Our mission is to blend medical expertise with a warm, open environment where you feel respected and cared for.

New patients are encouraged to complete the registration forms on our website before their appointment to save time during their visit.

Ready to take charge of your eye health? Visit our clinic or call at (614) 459-0600.