Annual eye exams are recommended as a part of preventative health care. Individuals can be unaware of problems because there are often no obvious signs or symptoms. It is important to detect and treat vision problems early in order to maintain good vision and eye health.
Dr. Michele Quintero
Therapeutic Optometrist
Optometric Glaucoma Specialist
Diplomate, American Board of Optometry
Dr. Michele Quintero is a therapeutic optometrist and optometric glaucoma specialist. As a primary eye care physician, she performs comprehensive dilated eye exams for the diagnosis and treatment of ocular disease. She specializes in fitting contact lenses and providing eye care for the entire family. Dr. Quintero’s interests include general medical eye care, laser vision correction, glaucoma, and cataract surgery. Dr. Quintero was born and raised in Houston, Texas. She received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Texas at San Antonio. She then attended the University of Houston College of Optometry, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Doctor of Optometry degree. During that time, she received several prestigious awards recognizing her high level of clinical excellence in patient care and was inducted into the Beta Sigma Kappa Optometric Honor Society. Dr. Quintero completed externships specializing in the management and treatment of glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, laser vision correction, and preoperative and postoperative care for cataract surgery. Dr. Quintero is an active member of the American Optometric Association, Texas Optometric Association, and Harris County Optometric Society.
Therapeutic Optometrist
Optometric Glaucoma Specialist
Diplomate, American Board of Optometry
Dr. Michele Quintero is a therapeutic optometrist and optometric glaucoma specialist. As a primary eye care physician, she performs comprehensive dilated eye exams for the diagnosis and treatment of ocular disease. She specializes in fitting contact lenses and providing eye care for the entire family. Dr. Quintero’s interests include general medical eye care, laser vision correction, glaucoma, and cataract surgery. Dr. Quintero was born and raised in Houston, Texas. She received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Texas at San Antonio. She then attended the University of Houston College of Optometry, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Doctor of Optometry degree. During that time, she received several prestigious awards recognizing her high level of clinical excellence in patient care and was inducted into the Beta Sigma Kappa Optometric Honor Society. Dr. Quintero completed externships specializing in the management and treatment of glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, laser vision correction, and preoperative and postoperative care for cataract surgery. Dr. Quintero is an active member of the American Optometric Association, Texas Optometric Association, and Harris County Optometric Society.
Dr. Sam Quintero
Therapeutic Optometrist
Diplomate, American Board of Optometry
Dr. Sam Quintero received his optometric training at the University of Houston College of Optometry. After receiving his doctorate in 1972, he joined the faculty of the University of Houston College of Optometry. Dr. Quintero is currently the Chair of the Department of Clinical Sciences at the University of Houston College of Optometry. He is certified as a Therapeutic Optometrist and his interests include contact lens practice, diagnosis and management of ocular disease and laser and other refractive procedures. Dr. Quintero is Head of Research for the Texas Eye Research and Technology Center (TERTC) at the University of Houston College of Optometry. Dr. Quintero is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and has served as Chair of the Section on Optometric Education for the American Academy of Optometry. He is Chair of the Association of Practice Management Educators. He is a member of the Texas Optometric Association and serves as a member of the Continuing Medical Education Committee and is also a member of the American Optometric Association. He serves on several task forces for the Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO). He has been recognized for his contributions to education by the Texas Optometric Association having received the Educator of the Year Award in 2005. He was also recognized for his contributions to the American Academy of Optometry, receiving the Eminent Service Award in 1998.
Therapeutic Optometrist
Diplomate, American Board of Optometry
Dr. Sam Quintero received his optometric training at the University of Houston College of Optometry. After receiving his doctorate in 1972, he joined the faculty of the University of Houston College of Optometry. Dr. Quintero is currently the Chair of the Department of Clinical Sciences at the University of Houston College of Optometry. He is certified as a Therapeutic Optometrist and his interests include contact lens practice, diagnosis and management of ocular disease and laser and other refractive procedures. Dr. Quintero is Head of Research for the Texas Eye Research and Technology Center (TERTC) at the University of Houston College of Optometry. Dr. Quintero is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and has served as Chair of the Section on Optometric Education for the American Academy of Optometry. He is Chair of the Association of Practice Management Educators. He is a member of the Texas Optometric Association and serves as a member of the Continuing Medical Education Committee and is also a member of the American Optometric Association. He serves on several task forces for the Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO). He has been recognized for his contributions to education by the Texas Optometric Association having received the Educator of the Year Award in 2005. He was also recognized for his contributions to the American Academy of Optometry, receiving the Eminent Service Award in 1998.