GULFCOAST EYECARE
Palm Harbor Location
Comprehensive Eye Care Palm Harbor Residents Trust
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For more than 40 years, Gulf Coast Optometry has helped patients across the Tampa Bay area see clearly and live more comfortably.
At our Palm Harbor location, we provide personalized eye care that supports real life, from thorough eye exams to LASIK, advanced cataract surgery, and treatment for medical eye conditions.
Whether your goal is driving confidently at night, reducing dependence on glasses, or protecting your vision as you age, we take time to explain your options, outline what to expect, and help you move forward with clarity.
Our board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists focus on one goal: helping you see clearly and confidently in your everyday life.
Palm Harbor Location Information:
Location Hours:
Monday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
MEET OUR
Palm Harbor Eye Doctors
Dr. Liffland
Dr. Repke
Dr. Manning
Dr. Brenda Liffland, O.D.
Specific Expertise
Dr. Liffland provides:
- Comprehensive eye exams
- Contact lens services
- Ongoing medical eye care
She explains findings in plain language and helps patients understand how screen use, aging, and Florida’s bright climate can affect vision.
Michael Manning, M.D., FACS
Specific Expertise
Dr. Manning performs:
- Cataract surgery
- LASIK
- Refractive lens procedures
He focuses on careful evaluation, clear communication, and realistic expectations so patients understand what their vision can look like after surgery.
Eye Care and Vision Services in Palm Harbor:
Services Quick Navigation:
Comprehensive Eye Exams | Glasses and Contact Lens Fittings | LASIK and PRK Laser Vision Correction | Cataract Surgery | Refractive Lens Exchange | Medical Eye Care | Dry Eye Treatment | Oculofacial Procedures
We provide complete eye care that Palm Harbor patients rely on for every stage of life, from routine eye exams to advanced surgical procedures.
Our services include:
Comprehensive Eye Exams:
Thorough eye exams to monitor vision changes, detect early signs of eye disease, and keep your prescription accurate.
Personalized fittings through our eye care optical Palm Harbor location to ensure clear, comfortable vision for work, driving, reading, and screen use.
LASIK and PRK Laser Vision Correction:
Advanced laser procedures designed to reduce dependence on glasses or contacts. Many patients choose LASIK to experience greater freedom in daily life, from outdoor activities to professional settings.
Cataract Surgery:
Modern cataract procedures that remove cloudy lenses and replace them with clear implants. Patients often notice brighter colors, improved night driving, and sharper overall vision.
Refractive Lens Exchange:
A long-term vision correction option for patients who may not be candidates for LASIK or who want to address age-related vision changes.
Medical Eye Care:
Diagnosis and management of eye conditions such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and eye injuries.
Dry Eye Treatment
In-office treatments, including LipiFlow and OptiLight IPL, to address blocked oil glands and improve tear quality, especially helpful in Florida’s warm, dry climate.
Oculofacial Procedures:
Procedures such as blepharoplasty to improve eyelid function and restore a clear field of vision when excess skin interferes with sight.
PROVIDING ACCESSIBLE
Insurance and Financing Options
We accept Medicare and most major insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, and Tricare. For routine eye care and eyewear, we also work with vision plans such as EyeMed.
Elective procedures, including LASIK and premium cataract lens options, may be financed through CareCredit or Alphaeon Credit. These programs offer no-interest and low monthly payment options for qualified patients. Many patients also use Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account funds to reduce out-of-pocket costs.
Our team reviews your coverage with you and helps you understand costs before scheduling any procedure.
PROUDLY SERVING
The Palm Harbor & Nearby Tampa Bay Communities
Our Palm Harbor office proudly serves Clearwater, Tarpon Springs, Dunedin, East Lake, Ozona, Oldsmar, Safety Harbor, Holiday, and surrounding neighborhoods.
From the Pinellas Trail to the Gulf beaches, our eye doctors in Palm Harbor help patients enjoy everything this community has to offer with clear, comfortable vision.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
To Our Palm Harbor Eye Care Clinic
From the north:
Take US-19 S past The Lucky Dill. Continue 0.5 miles, then turn left onto Tampa Rd. After 0.2 miles, turn right into the lot. Our office is directly ahead.
From the northwest:
Take US-19 N past Ferman BMW. Continue 0.7 miles, then turn right onto Tampa Rd. In 0.2 miles, make a right turn into the parking lot.
