The Doctors
Dr. David F. Dalesio
Board Certified Optometrist, Fellow College of Optometrists in Vision Development
Practice Philosophy
“One of the most heart-rending stories to ever underscore the need for preventive eye care is the transformation of the Minnesota Twins’ Kirby Puckett from Hall-of-Fame hopeful to partially blind ex-baseball great. I often recall his story during my examination of patients who assume that a prescription for corrective lenses covers their eye care needs for the next few years, or even decades. Unbelievably, some never think to see me again unless their prescription needs updating. I want people to know that Optometry is more than designer frames and new styles and color choices for contact lenses. It’s about protecting your sight for a lifetime.”
Knowledgeable Care for a Lifetime of Good Vision
“When I made the decision to become a Doctor of Optometry, I knew it would take a lifetime of commitment to keep pace with diagnostic and treatment innovation. I stay active in professional associations in order to benefit from the experience and knowledge of my peers. I also exceed the number of hours required for continuing education every year — for two reasons: I’m still fascinated by the eye and behavioral vision disorders, and what I learn might make the difference in sight enhancement, quality of life, or preservation for one of my patients.”
Doctorate: Doctor of Optometry, New England College of Optometry, Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Fraternity
Graduate: B.A., State University of New York at Oswego (double major in Psychology and Biology/Pre-Medicine)
Postgraduate Training Includes: Fellowship in the College of Optometrists in Vision Development (FCOVD), Long-term vision care, specialty in learning-related vision analysis and treatment, specialty contact lenses, sports eye wear, glaucoma treatment, and many others
Commitment to Community
“I work together with friends, neighbors and patients in various charitable and civic activities as part of an ongoing dedication to making the community a better place in which to live.”
Community vision Care: Volunteer Optometric Service to Humanity (VOSH), Monthly donations of eye wear to the Lyon’s Club
Member: Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce, College of Optometrists in Vision Development, Optometric Extension Program (OEP), American Optometric Association, Florida Optometric Association, Southwest Florida Optometric Association
Personal Statement
“We take sight and vision for granted because it’s so difficult to “see” them as separate from the activities they make possible.
It’s easy enough to accept that sight may need correction at some stage in life, but no one is preparedto lose it…irretrievably.
My lifelong dedication is ensuring that you receive the kind of preventive care that spots any threat to your sight in its earliest, most treatable stage.”
Dr. Sandra L. Eveleth
Board Certified Optometrist
Practice Philosophy
“Optometry is a science that encompasses so much more than just fitting patients with the right glasses or contacts. It is about the total health of the eyes, and ensuring that they remain healthy so patients can enjoy all of the fascinating experiences life has to offer. That’s what makes my job so rewarding. Every day presents another opportunity to help people enjoy the precious gift of sight for a lifetime”
Learning that Never Stops for Care You Can Trust
“Not a day goes by when I am not excited to discover more about the field of Optometry. That’s why I am dedicated to a contiued learning process throughout my career. From my days as an undergraduate to my associations with other eye care professionals, I have savored every chance to increase my knowledge of the human eye. I believe every patient deserves that level of commitment.”
Doctorate: Doctor of Optometry, New England College of Optometry, Class Valedictorian, Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Fraternity, Dr. Ralph H. Green Award for highest scholastic average in Physiologic Optics, Class of 1969 Scholarship Award for outstanding clinical performance, CIBA Vision Contact Lens Achievement Award
Graduate: B.S., Boston College (majored in Biology/Pre-Medicine)
Postgraduate Training Includes: Long-term vision care, specialty in computer vision syndrome, specialty contact lenses, sports eye wear, dry eye syndrome, glaucoma treatment, and many others
An Integral Part of the Community
“I know that I have been given a great deal in this life. That’s why I strive to give back to the community that has been so supportive. Not only have I been able to help many people get the vision care they need, but I have made some truly good friends as well.”
Community vision Care: Volunteer Optometric Service to Humanity (VOSH), Monthly donations of eye wear to the Lyon’s Club
Member: Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce, Previous winner of the Teal Heart Award presented by the SW Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners, American Optometric Association, Florida Optometric Association, Southwest Florida Optometric Association
Personal Statement
“I know that many of us take our vision for granted. It seems impossible to imagine that we could ever be without such a powerful gift. That’s why I can’t afford to be complacent about anyone’s eyesight.
I know that with proper care and attention, I can give people a chance to enjoy a lifetime filled with beautiful sights.
It is my commitment to you to provide whatever level of care is necessary to keep your eyes protected from any danger they may face.”
