Welcome to Innovative Eyecare’s blog section. This is where you’ll find regular updates about the latest trends, techniques, and technologies in the optometry field. We’ll also post things you should know about common eye conditions and tips on taking care of your eyes.

If you’re looking for reliable products and services from trusted eye care associates, let this page be your primary guide.
Competent and Compassionate Eye Care Specialists
Dr. Chris D. Teichmiller, O.D., has been one of the most sought-after optometrists in the area for almost three decades. Fueled by his passion for providing better healthcare, he received his Doctor of Optometry Degree while simultaneously finishing his Masters in Public Health degree. With his comprehensive optometry knowledge, he has provided lectures internationally on the subject of dry eye. He is also a well-respected published optometry author.
Dr. Teichmiller served as the president of the Alabama Optometric Association and organized and supervised athlete vision screenings at the Alabama State Games. Because of his dedication and expertise in the field, he was recognized as the 2006 Alabama Optometrist of the Year and in 2017, bagged the Best of the Best Optometrist of the Year award for the Decatur Daily area. More than his knowledge and experience, he takes great pride in being an optometrist who gives reliable and individualized patient care.
Mary Thomson joined Innovative Eyecare in 2001. Having a background in management, she makes use of her business and personal skills in assisting clients. She prioritizes patient knowledge, comfort, and satisfaction all the time. She believes that every patient deserves the best not only in eye care but also in customer service.
High-Quality Eye Care Options
Your eye doctor uses innovative technologies to give you high-quality and personalized optometry products and services. We have advanced equipment to help us reach an accurate diagnosis during comprehensive eye exams. We combine our knowledge, skills, and experience in managing refractive errors, such as near- and farsightedness. We also offer glaucoma, cataracts, and red/pink eye management.
Our dry eye treatment includes the LipiFlow® system for r improved eye comfort. We have a wide selection of frames and contact lenses as well. We also offer ortho-k molds, blue ray-blocking eyewear, and HD eyeglasses. You can count on us for LASIK co-management services too.
To experience the personal side of leading-edge eye care, call us at (256) 353-1871. You may also complete our form to schedule an appointment. We proudly serve Athens, Madison, and nearby AL areas.


