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Posted by Karen Allen

14 November 2016

Die Empty Dallas: Bringing Love to the Dallas Community

I am the founder of Die Empty Dallas and our mission is to encourage people to live a FULL LIFE. Living a full life means to contribute to society in a positive and intentional manner so that we take nothing to the grave when we leave. We create awareness of issues here in Dallas and […]

Posted by Karen Allen

31 October 2016

Blue Wavelength Light and Boomers: from Vision Monday Magazine

I did an interview for Vision Monday regarding Baby Boomers and blue wavelength light. Check it out here: https://www.visionmonday.com/eyecare/eye-health/article/getting-boomers-on-the-right-wavelength/

Posted by Karen Allen

12 October 2016

Contacts: Yearly Exams are Important!

Many patient wonder why they have to come in every year for optometrists to evaluate their contacts. “Doc, I wear the same brand every year: why can’t you just extend my prescription for another year or two?” Really, they are asking what BENEFIT they are deriving from an annual exam. During a contact lens evaluation, […]

General

Posted by Karen Allen

31 August 2016

Dr. Allen’s Nose is Always in a Book

I am a lifelong reader and have whiled away many hours with my nose stuck in a book. I read all kinds, fiction, non-fiction, fantasy, mystery, historical, some sci-fi and (gasp) a few romances along the way. I have talked about book with many patients over the years and am always looking for a new […]

Posted by Karen Allen

20 July 2016

Nearsighted Children: How to Slow Progression of Myopia

Myopia Control: Can we help our kids be less nearsighted? The US is getting more nearsighted as a population: 40% of people in America are nearsighted, compared to only 25% in 1970. The reason we are progressing in our nearsightedness? Kids spend too much time indoors and don’t spend enough time in the sun. […]

General

Posted by Karen Allen

15 June 2016

Viva Espana!

Viva Espana! We are so excited to expose our patients to an exciting new line of frames manufactured in Spain. Etnia Barcelona is a colorful and fun line of frames that is great for patients looking for something new. The line is very wearable, comfortable and unique but not crazy. The designers of the […]

Eye Health

Posted by Premier Vision Team

6 June 2016

How to protect your eyes during summer heat

Summertime and the Living is Easy! Summertime is just around the corner. Hopefully everyone will be able to escape our Dallas heat for a cooler climate or fresh ocean breezes. Beach vacations and more time outdoors mean more exposure for your eyes to UV light from the sun. It also means rougher use of your […]

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Posted by Premier Vision Team

16 May 2016

Premier Vision of Dallas at New York Vision Expo 2016 New York Adventure at Vision Expo 2016

In April, Beatriz (our wonderful optician) and my mom joined me in New York for Vision Expo East: a GIGANTIC eyewear, continuing education and instrument convention in New York City. I have been to many conventions: we are required to do continuing education hours every year, and usually the quality of the education is the […]

Posted by Premier Vision Team

11 April 2016

LASIK: Should I Go For It? Advice from your Optometrist

Many patients are curious about LASIK: Good questions ask the Eye Doctor. What makes a good candidate? Are THEY a good candidate? What are the risks? Have I had it? What are my opinions? What are their surgical options? The LASIK question, in Dr Allen’s mind, comes down to 3 things: How old is the […]

Posted by Premier Vision Team

4 April 2016

Springtime Allergy Symptoms that can affect your Eye Health

Springtime in Texas! Time to consult your Optometrist Spring has sprung here in North Texas, and that means bluebonnets, tulips and lots of POLLEN. North Texas is notorious for our terrible air conditions that lead to allergies. It seems there is always something in bloom, something in pollen, or mold in the air, that causes allergic […]

What people say about Dr Karen Allen

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I had a fantastic experience with Premier Vision of Dallas. I was greeted immediately upon arrival and the receptionist was friendly and welcoming. The forms were easy to understand and could be completed in 2 minutes or less. The office is paperless so the forms were in page protector sleeves and signed with a dry erase marker then scanned into their system. How refreshing to stumble across a provider that cares about waste reduction and sustainability! Dr. Allen was extremely personable and well prepared. She had read through my questionnaire beforehand and was ready to roll as soon as I was invited into the exam room. She asked about my recent move to Texas, and even provided hiking trail suggestions after she learned that I was missing the outdoor recreation options readily available in my home state of Michigan. After the exam Dr. Allen introduced me to another lady to discuss insurance and payment options. It was quick and painless! She had reviewed my insurance card and let me know exactly what was covered. Next I got to select my frames. The lady was super helpful and assisted me to pick frames that complimented my features (I’m a first timer so I was a bit nervous about finding the right pair). The whole experience only last 45 minutes! I really cannot say enough positive things about my experience with Premiere Vision of Dallas. Dr Allen is the best! She is amazing with children– exam was thorough and efficient. I had been with her now for 4 years.

Mackenzie H.

Very inviting office! Dr. Allen was very personable, made me feel at ease, and gave me new options for different contact lenses and solution. There is a large selection of frames for those looking for new glasses!

Stephanie S.

Dr. Allen is very professional but also friendly, and I felt very relaxed and at ease during my appointment. I am normally very anxious seeing doctors of any type but she was very easy to talk to, didn’t scrutinize about not making regular appointments, and was very helpful with making sure I had the best strength of contacts for my shape eyes and my profession (since I look at the computer for over 8 hours a day). She made sure I was comfortable and even put in me contacts I could sleep in and wear for a month. Her staff was also very friendly and did a great job helping me find a pair of glasses. I found my new eye care and eye wear specialists!

Katie A.

GREAT EXPERIENCE! STRONGLY RECOMMEND! I recently moved to the area from out of state and thought I was going to have a hard time trying to find a NICE doctor, who also takes my insurance. This was my first stop and it was AMAZING! Dr. Allen is very easy to talk to and so FRIENDLY! Her staff is also incredible! Beatriz helped me figure out what my insurance covered and even gave me a follow up email to see how I was doing with my new glasses! Absolutely loved it! Great staff! Amazing doctor!

Nora Gonzalez

My husband and I both saw Dr. Allen recently for eye exams as well as for contacts and glasses. We decided on Premier Vision after reading these reviews, and we were completely satisfied with the experience! The office set up is very high quality, the staff is friendly and helpful, and Dr. Allen is timely and knowledgable. Everyone had a great attitude, they did not try to up-sale more expensive options and we did not feel pressured to spend extra money. Dr. Allen even addressed some eye redness and discomfort I haven’t been able to resolve on my own due to allergies, and the treatment for that is helping wonderfully! We will definitely be returning for years to come and recommending this location to our friends and family!

Audra C.

Amazing staff wonderful doctor! She was so personable and made me feel like I was important! More on the pricey side but it is so worth it! She gave me options about my eye health to make sure I was comfortable! I am definitely going back!

Candace M.