GULFCOAST EYE CARE
Pinellas Park Location
Advanced Eye Surgery and Vision Care in Pinellas Park
At our Pinellas Park location, Gulfcoast Eye Care provides advanced surgical and medical eye care designed to protect and improve sight at every stage of life. From LASIK and cataract surgery to ongoing eye disease management and routine eye exams, our board-certified ophthalmologists and experienced clinical team focus on delivering clear results and clear communication.
Whether your goal is sharper distance vision, relief from dry eye discomfort, or long-term protection against eye disease, we explain your options carefully so you understand what to expect and what comes next.
Gulfcoast Eye Care - Pinellas Park:
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
Pinellas Park Eye Doctors
Dr. Luther
Board Certified Optometrist
Dr. Lydia Luther is a board certified optometrist, specializing in comprehensive eye exams, providing patients with precise vision prescriptions, and diagnosing and treating a variety of degenerative eye conditions. She also provides patients with pre and post-operative care for vision correction and cataract surgery. Dr. Luther’s top priority is to give her patients compassionate, community-centric care. She enjoys improving her patients’ quality of life by providing vision and eye health solutions that meet their needs as comfortably and conveniently as possible, all while giving them a personalized experience. She especially enjoys prescribing eyewear for kids and treating dry eye. She joined the Gulfcoast Eye Care team in 2020 and cares for patients in our Pinellas Park office.
Dr. Luther earned her Doctorate of Optometry (OD) from the Southern College of Optometry in 2019. During her schooling, she was an active member of the Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association and the Alpha Epsilon Delta Pre-Health Professionals Club. She has experience working in a variety of health care settings, from hospitals to nursing homes and private clinics.
Dr. Liffland
Board-Certified Optometrist
Dr. Brenda Liffland is a Board-Certified Optometrist who specializes in medical eye care as well as evaluation for glasses and contact lenses. She is certified to provide pre- and post-operative refractive surgery care and has additional expertise in treating glaucoma and dry eye disease. Providing quality eye care in the Tampa area since 2008, Dr. Liffland sees patients in our Palm Harbor office.
Dr. Liffland received her Doctorate of Optometry (OD) from Nova Southeastern University. She has been honored with the Alcon Glaucoma Service Award of Excellence and has been selected as a member of the Beta Kappa Sigma International Optometric Honor Society. Before focusing her career on eye care, Dr. Liffland served as a Clinical Trials Coordinator with the Hematology department of H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute.
Dr. Manning
Ophthalmologist & Surgical Vision Correction Specialist
Dr. Manning is Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and the World College of Refractive Surgery & Visual Sciences (WCRS). He is renowned for his expertise in surgical vision correction and cataract surgery. In addition to leading the Gulfcoast Eye Care team as its CEO, he has previously acted as the primary cataract and vision correction surgeon for TLC Laser Eye Center. He’s dedicated his career to improving his patients’ vision, especially patients with serious or debilitating eye conditions.
Dr. Manning takes an active role in advancing the field of ophthalmology and has been a pioneer in bringing new vision correction techniques to the great Tampa Bay area including numerous corrective lens implants used with cataract surgery as well as advanced vision correction procedures such as SMILE laser vision correction (also referred to as LALEX, Laser Assisted Lenticule Extraction), Refractive Lens Exchange, and ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens).
Comprehensive Eye Care Services in Pinellas Park:
We provide a full range of surgical and medical eye care at one convenient location in Pinellas Park.
Our services include:
Comprehensive Eye Exams:
Detailed eye exams to monitor vision changes, detect early signs of eye disease, and keep prescriptions accurate. Regular visits help protect long-term eye health and support clear, comfortable vision.
Cataract Surgery with Advanced Lens Options:
Removal of the cloudy lens and replacement with a clear implant. Many patients notice brighter colors, improved night driving, and reduced dependence on glasses after surgery.
Laser Vision Correction:
LASIK, PRK, and SMILE procedures designed to reduce reliance on glasses and contact lenses. During your consultation, we explain candidacy, recovery time, and realistic expectations so you can make an informed decision.
Medical Eye Care:
Diagnosis and management of glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and other chronic eye conditions. Ongoing monitoring helps preserve vision and prevent progression.
Dry Eye Treatment:
Evaluation and treatment for dry, irritated, or fluctuating vision. We identify the underlying cause and outline practical treatment options to improve daily comfort.
Oculoplastic Procedures:
Functional and cosmetic eyelid procedures such as blepharoplasty to improve eyelid position and restore a clearer field of vision.
PROVIDING ACCESSIBLE
Insurance and Financing Options
We accept Medicare and most major medical insurance plans, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, Tricare, and UnitedHealthcare. Vision plans such as EyeMed typically cover routine eye exams and prescriptions for glasses or contact lenses.
For elective procedures such as LASIK and advanced lens implants, flexible financing options are available through CareCredit and Alphaeon Credit. Many patients also use FSA or HSA funds to reduce out-of-pocket expenses.
Our team explains your coverage and projected costs clearly before any procedure is scheduled, so there are no surprises.
PROUDLY SERVING
Proudly Serving the Greater Pinellas County Area
Our Pinellas Park office serves patients throughout Clearwater, Largo, Seminole, Lealman, Kenneth City, Gandy, Belleair, and Indian Shores.
Located on Park Boulevard, our office provides convenient access to advanced surgical and medical eye care close to home.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
To Our Pinellas Park Eye Care Clinic
Gulfcoast Eye Care Pinellas Park is located at 6036 Park Blvd N, between 60th and 61st Streets, just west of the Shoppes at Park Place.
From the north:
Take US-19 S to 49th St N/County Rd 611 S. Continue 1.5 miles past Parkside Cafe, then turn right onto 74th Ave/Park Blvd N. In one mile, turn left on 60th St and then immediately right. Our office is on the left.
From the northwest:
Travel south on US-19 ALT S. After passing Treasure Island Fun Center, turn left on Park Blvd N. Continue 4 miles and turn right into our lot.
