General Practitioners

• Arthritis
• Pediatric Care
  Virginia Eye Institute (VEI) is a comprehensive eye care organization providing a wide range of ophthalmology, optometry, and optical services in 8 locations across central Virginia. VEI offers exceptional ophthalmologic care—including cataract, cornea, glaucoma, retina, ocular plastics, pediatrics, and refractive surgery (LASIK). VEI also has an Aesthetic Center in Short Pump performing remarkable cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries by our fellowship-trained specialists, and a Hearing Center at our Reynolds Crossing location with a dedicated audiologist.
• Primary Care
  REFERRALS: Some insurance policies require a “referral” from a Primary Care Physician before being seen by a VEI physician. The patient is responsible to obtain referrals.

Ophthalmologists

• Glaucoma
  Glaucoma is a collection of diseases that all have a final common effect. That effect is damage to the optic nerve. The optic nerve is a large nerve that exits from and attaches to the back of the eyeball. It is like a cable that takes the information from the eyeball to the brain. When damage occurs from glaucoma to the optic nerve, vision is lost. Typically, people lose vision above, below and slightly nasal to the center of vision.
• Ophthalmology
  Founded in 1976, Virginia Eye Institute is one of Virginia’s oldest, largest, and best-known ophthalmology practices. VEI offers a unique comprehensive model of care with a diverse collection of ophthalmologists and sub-specialists providing eye-care expertise under one roof.
• Macular Degeneration
  A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Masked, Placebo-Controlled Phase 3 Study of the Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of Subcutaneously Administered Pozelimab in Combination with Cemdisiran or Cemdisiran Alone in Patients with Geographic Atrophy Secondary to Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
• Laser Eye Surgery
  A refractive error in the eye occurs when images are not focused precisely onto your retina by your cornea and lens. Refractive surgery to correct refractive errors, such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism, is now available from Virginia Eye Institute for most people who want to reduce or eliminate their dependence on glasses and contact lenses. Through our complete screening examination, VEI will determine whether you are a candidate for LASIK. If desired, surgery can be scheduled within two to three weeks of your examination. The procedure takes about 20 minutes per eye, and you can expect significant improvement in your vision within the first 24 hours.
• Cataracts
  Don’t let cataracts limit your lifestyle! If you or one of your loved ones has been diagnosed with cataracts, you’re certainly not alone – cataracts are a natural part of the aging process, and they affect more than 20.5 million Americans over 40.
• Cataract Surgery
  At Virginia Eye Institute, we are committed to giving back to our community by providing free cataract surgery to those in need. Through our Charitable Cataract Surgery Program, we proudly partner with the ASCRS Foundation’s Operation Sight and Access Now to help restore vision for financially vulnerable, uninsured individuals who cannot afford or access the care they need.
• Eye Exam
  It is important to have routine eye exams to screen for potential eye disorders, even if you believe you can see well. Many eye diseases start without a noticeable change in vision and are detected at a routine eye exam. After conducting a thorough ocular health assessment, your optometrist will recommend any necessary treatment or management, along with how frequently you should have your eyes rechecked. This routine eye examination can be compared to the routine physical you have done with your PCP.

Endocrinologist

• Diabetes Care
• Diabetic Retinopathy
  Diseases of the retina vary greatly – from common and easily resolved to those that are quite difficult to diagnose and treat. Advanced training in all retinal diseases, as well as the sophisticated equipment at our facilities, such as lasers, digital imaging technology and optical coherence tomography (OCT), provide Virginia Eye Institute specialists with the methods of detecting and treating retinal problems. We offer the latest treatments for retinal disorders, including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and detached or torn retina. Virginia Eye Institute retina specialists have been involved in a number of ground breaking clinical research trials that have lead to the development of many modern treatments for ophthalmic disease.

Radiologist

• Radiation Therapy
  Physical Injuries: Commonly called traumatic cataracts. A blow to the eye, great heat or cold, chemical injury, exposure to radiation (usually associated with radiation therapy for cancer patients), and other injuries can lead to cataract formation.

Surgeons

• General Surgery
• Mohs Surgery
  Dr. Langelier is awesome. My dermatologist performed Mohs surgery on me on 11/14/18, but she didn’t feel comfortable doing the reconstructive surgery because of how close it was to my eye, so she recommended Dr. Langelier. Thank God she did. Dr. Langelier did the reconstructive surgery the following morning and did a fantastic job. I had all my doctor friends look at her work and they were unbelievably complimentary. On top of her surgical skills, Dr. Langelier is incredibly nice and engaging.
• Reconstructive Surgery
  VEI surgeons perform thousands of procedures in our surgery center every year, including cataract and premium intraocular lens (IOL) implant surgery, LASIK and refractive surgery, glaucoma treatment, vitreoretinal procedures, treatment of corneal disorders and corneal transplants, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, as well as pediatric and adult strabismus surgery.

Plastic Surgeons

• Botox
  Other procedures such as tissue fillers and Botox require even less downtime and can be performed in our offices. Juvederm and Restylane are excellent for filling age lines around the mouth and eyes. Botox helps to flatten wrinkles around the eyes or forehead caused by grinning or frowning.
• Eyelid Surgery
  VEI Aesthetics held a free educational webinar covering eyelid surgery for drooping eyelids and eyelid bags and transformative laser skin treatments. They covered treatment options, what to expect during recovery, advanced treatments for sun damage, wrinkles, broken blood vessels, and textural concerns, and a Q&A session.
• Plastic Surgery
  Reconstructive procedures for age-related changes and drooping eyelids are also offered at VEI. Additionally, we can provide repair of skin cancers, tearing problems, and traumatic injuries around the eyes.
• Blepharoplasty
  VEI Aesthetics held a free Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) Presentation + Q&A session with our oculofacial surgeon, Dr. William Bearden III. Dr. Bearden discussed what to expect before, during, and after blepharoplasty surgery and the benefits of blepharoplasty surgery.
• Cosmetic Surgery
  Today, our board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists continue to provide Virginians with state-of-the-art comprehensive medical and surgical eye care as well as optical services. Our physicians include fellowship-trained ophthalmic subspecialists for cataract surgery, glaucoma, retina and vitreous, cornea and external disease, pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus, reconstructive and cosmetic surgery, LASIK and refractive surgery, neuro-ophthalmology, and general ophthalmology. Optometry, low vision services, optical centers, and ophthalmic photography are also offered. Our surgeons employ innovative surgical methods and contemporary technology to treat patients. Ophthalmic care is provided in 8 conveniently located offices throughout Richmond, Midlothian, Chester, Hanover, and Colonial Heights.