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Trusted Eye Doctors in Hot Springs, AR


At Simmons Eye Care in Hot Springs, we combine the serenity of The Spa City with the precision of advanced eye care. Whether you're soaking in the beauty of Lake Hamilton or exploring the trails of Garvan Gardens, your eyes deserve to see it all clearly. That’s where we come in.

Our Hot Springs optometrists bring small-town warmth and big-time expertise, offering advanced diagnostic technology, expert care, and a curated eyewear experience—right here in your neighborhood. From everyday eye exams to ongoing medical eye care, we’re proud to be part of your wellness journey.

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Introducing Our Hot Springs Optometrists

Locally rooted, highly trained, and here for you. With decades of experience and a legacy of patient-focused care, our eye doctors bring unmatched depth to every diagnosis, from myopia to macular degeneration.

Zachary Ford, O. D.
Dr. Ford was raised in the small community of Bismarck, Arkansas. He spent his summers...
Creighton Simmons, O. D.
Dr. Creighton Simmons graduated with highest honors in 1990 from Southern College of Optometry in...

Eye Care Services for Your Family

We offer comprehensive optometric services to help patients of all ages see, feel, and live better. Whether managing chronic eye conditions, updating your prescription, or seeking dry eye relief, is your local partner in long-term vision wellness.

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Dry Eye Treatment

Struggling with itchy, burning, or watery eyes? Our team uses advanced diagnostics and custom treatment plans to relieve dry eye symptoms, so you can enjoy lasting comfort.

Dry Eye Treatment
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Comprehensive Eye Exams

From kids to seniors, routine eye exams are the foundation of vision health. Our team uses cutting-edge technology to check your vision, update prescriptions, and screen for signs of eye disease.

Comprehensive Eye Exams
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Myopia Management

Is your child’s nearsightedness worsening? Our myopia management program slows progression, protects long-term eye health, and can reduce the need for stronger prescriptions later on.

Eye Disease Management

Explore Our Eyewear & Designer Frames

Whether you want something timeless or trendsetting, our optical team will help you find the frames that fit your face and lifestyle. We also proudly stock Nuance glasses—innovative all-in-one eyewear designed for individuals with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss. Let our opticians guide you to your perfect pair.

  • Nuance
  • IGreen
  • Giorgio Valmassoi
Our Eyeglasses
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Insurance & Payment Options

We’re committed to making eye care accessible, no matter your insurance plan or budget. We accept a wide range of vision and medical coverage and offer flexible financing through CareCredit— get the eye care you need now, and pay over time.

Vision Plans Accepted:

VSP | Eyemed | Superior Vision | Davis Vision | Spectera | United Healthcare | Cigna | Arkansas BCBS | Medicaid

Medical Insurance Accepted:

Medicare | United Healthcare | Cigna | Arkansas BCBS | Envolve | Medicaid

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Advanced Technology for Better Vision

Your eyes are unique, and so are our diagnostics. We invest in cutting-edge tools to ensure precise, personalized, and proactive care. On-site Technology Includes:

  • Optomap® Ultra-Wide Retinal Imaging
  • OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography)
  • Humphrey Visual Field & FDT Perimetry

      These tools help us detect and track conditions like glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration before symptoms arise, giving you peace of mind and long-term clarity.

      Why Hot Springs Chooses Simmons Eye Care?

      We’re more than your neighborhood optometrists—we’re part of your community. At Simmons Eye Care, you’re treated like family, not a chart number. Whether you’re new in town, caring for aging parents, or booking your child’s first exam, we’re here with real answers and a personal touch.

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      Schedule Your Visit in Hot Springs


      Experience better eye care with a team that knows you by name. Call, click, or visit our office to schedule your comprehensive eye exam. Your eyes deserve local expertise and luxury-level care.

      Simmons Eye Care – Hot Springs

      4328 Central Avenue, Ste G
      Hot Springs, AR 71913

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