An Optometrist (AOA approved definition)
A Doctor of Optometry is specifically educated, trained and state licensed to examine the eyes and related structures to determine the presence of vision problems, eye diseases or other abnormalities.
The doctor prescribes lenses, contact lenses, or other optical aids and utilizes vision training to preserve, restore and enhance vision efficiency.
Dr. Cristina Polizzi-Woods graduated from Siena College with a Bachelor of Science in Biology in 2007. She attended and graduated from University of Houston College of Optometry in 2014. While attending optometry school, she participated in research projects pertaining to dry eye syndrome and even presented a poster at the American Academy of Optometry meeting. After graduation, she was lucky to work alongside her father for a few years prior to his passing. Dr. Cristina Polizzi fits soft and hard contact lenses, is medically trained and can treat over a variety of diseases. In her free time, she volunteers at the Last Hope Animal Rescue taking care of kitties and loves doing yoga.