Meet the Doctor
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Medical School
University of Houston College of Optometry, 2010
Internship/Residency
Internship Residency University of Houston College of Optometry, Residency, 2011
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MEET THE DOCTOR
Biography "My philosophy of care revolves around caring for each of my patients as if they were a member of my own family. This includes performing careful examinations using modern technology and making treatment recommendations based on science and research."
April M. Lewis, O.D. joined Kelsey-Seybold Clinic in July 2011 and cares for patients at the Spring Medical and Diagnostic Center and Main Campus locations. Dr. Lewis speaks medical and optometric Spanish, as well as English.
Additional Information Professional Background
After earning her Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2005 at Louisiana State University, Dr. Lewis completed additional coursework in biology and chemistry at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. As an optometry student, she undertook a summer research fellowship in 2007, and in 2010, she graduated magna cum laude from the University of Houston College of Optometry.
In 2011, Dr. Lewis completed her residency in Primary Care Optometry at the UH College of Optometry. She also earned the Treatment and Management of Ocular Disease (TMOD), Texas Therapeutic Optometrist, and Texas Optometric Glaucoma Specialist certifications. She is currently pursuing induction as a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, demonstrating her dedication to lifelong learning.
Awards and Recognitions
Dr. Lewis has been awarded both the UHCO Clinical Letter of Excellence and the Ocular Instruments Award of Excellence. During her studies at the University of Houston College of Optometry, she was also awarded the Beta Sigma Kappa Optometric Honor Society Scholarship.
Clinical Interests
Dr. Lewis’ clinical interests include
- Primary Care and Therapeutic Optometry
- Binocular Vision and Neuro-rehabilitation
- Contact Lenses and Dry Eye Syndrome
- Ocular Disease Treatment and Management
Publications
Lewis, A. Choroidal Melanoma: A Case Report and Discussion. Optometry. 2011 Jun;82(6):374.
Lewis A. Optometric Management of an Ocular Prosthesis. Optometry. 2011 Jun;82(6):385.
Lewis, A. Surgical Advancements in the Management of Fuch’s Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy. Poster session presented at: 2011 SECO International. Annual Meeting of the Southeastern Conference of Optometry. 2011 Mar 2-6; Atlanta, GA.
Lewis, A. Choroidal Melanoma. Paper presented at Academy 2010. 88th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Optometry. 2010 Nov 17-20;San Francisco, CA.
Professional Associations
Dr. Lewis is a member of the following professional associations:
- American Academy of Optometry
- American Optometric Association
- Texas Optometric Association
- Harris County Optometric Society
Hobbies and Special Interests
When not caring for patients, Dr. Lewis enjoys spending time with her family and pets. She is an avid reader, but also loves to be outdoors, hiking, enjoying nature and volunteering to help animals.
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April M. Lewis, OD
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CLINIC LOCATIONS
Main Campus
2727 West Holcombe Blvd.
Houston, Texas 77025
Telephone: 713-442-0000
Fax: 713-442-1067
Spring Medical and Diagnostic Center
15655 Cypress Woods Medical Drive, Suite 100
Houston, Texas 77014
Telephone: 713-442-1700
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