Transforming Lives Through Vision
At Richard E. Sorkin, OD, FAAO, FCOVD, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality vision care to children and adults in a friendly, comfortable, and professional atmosphere. With a highly trained staff and state-of-the-art equipment, we go beyond 20/20 to ensure that our patients receive the best possible care.
About Our Founder
Dr. Richard Sorkin is a board-certified optometric physician with extensive experience in vision development and vision therapy. He has served as Faculty at Nova Southeastern University, College of Optometry, and has taught hundreds of optometry students the importance of Binocular Vision and Vision Therapy. Dr. Sorkin provides in-depth testing for the diagnosis and treatment of vision problems that often interfere with reading, learning, and other activities of daily living.
Our Services
At Richard E. Sorkin, OD, FAAO, FCOVD, we offer a wide range of services to meet the unique needs of our patients. These services include:
- Comprehensive Eye Examinations for All Ages, including Infants and Preschoolers
- Contact Lens Fitting and Follow-up, including Bifocal, Disposable, and Astigmatism Lenses
- Treatment of Eye Diseases and Co-Management of Surgery
- Vision Therapy for All Ages
- Treatment for Learning-related Vision Problems, including Visual Difficulties related to ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia, Reading, and Tracking Problems, etc.
- Treatment for Binocular Vision Conditions, such as Amblyopia or Lazy Eye, Convergence Insufficiency (near vision disorder), Diplopia (double vision), Lack of Stereopsis (two-eyed depth perception), and Strabismus (cross-eyed, wandering eye, eye turns, etc.)
- Visual Rehabilitation for Patients with Special Needs, such as Developmental Delays or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), including Autism, Stroke, Whiplash, CP, MS, etc.
- Treatment for Stress-related Visual Problems, including Blurred Vision, Visual Stress from Reading and Computers, Eye Strain Headaches, and/or Vision-induced Stomachaches or Motion Sickness
- Sports Vision Correction and/or Improvement
Meet Our Team
Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional care to our patients. Dr. Sorkin is supported by a team of highly trained professionals, including Kelsey Egan, COVT, and Kylie Madigan, who are committed to providing personalized care to each patient.
Treatment Areas
We regularly treat the following vision development problems with Vision Therapy:
- Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)
- Autism & Developmental Delays
- ADD & ADHD
- Sports Vision Therapy
- Strabismus (Cross or Turned Eye)
- Vision and Reading
- Concussion and Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Visual Stress Headaches
- Visual Motor Problems
- Convergence Insufficiency & Double Vision
Location
Our practice is conveniently located at 5100 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL 33707. Please call us at (727) 321-1101 to schedule an appointment.
Exceptional Pediatric Care and Customer Service
Dr. Sorkin's office is praised for its exceptional pediatric care, with many reviewers praising the doctor's gentle and professional approach when working with children. The office is also commended for its exceptional customer service, with reviewers highlighting the personalized attention and expertise provided by the staff, particularly Bill, the optician.
Knowledgeable and Caring Staff
The staff at Dr. Sorkin's office, including Christian, Lori, and Bill, are praised for their knowledge, kindness, and compassion. Reviewers appreciate the time they take to explain procedures, answer questions, and provide personalized care.
Positive Experience for Special Needs Patients
Dr. Sorkin's office is also commended for its ability to provide a positive experience for patients with special needs, such as autism. Reviewers appreciate the doctor's gentle and patient approach, which helps to make the experience less stressful for these patients.
Minor Complaints and Issues
A few reviewers experienced some issues with the office, including a staff member's behavior towards a minor patient and their parent, and some communication issues with the front desk staff. However, these issues are minor compared to the overall positive reviews.
