R. Hunter Bond, O.D.

Richard Hunter Bond, O.D. is a graduate of Denham Springs High School in Denham Springs, LA. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, LA, in 1989 with a Bachelor of Science in Zoology. In 1990 he trained at the Medical Center of Baton Rouge for Certification for heart function electrocardiogram. He graduated from Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Philadelphia, PA, in 1996 for Doctor of Optometry, with a GPA of 3.55. Dr. Bond attended clinical training in 1994 and 1995 at The Eye Institute, Pennsylvania College of Optometry for experience in primary and emergency care using DPA’s and TPA’s. He is proficient in the management and co-management of ocular disease with specialty services in Glaucoma, Retina, Neurology, Lasers and Contact Lenses.

Clinical Rotations:

• June – Aug. 1995 The Eye Institute - Philadelphia, PA Pediatrics/Low Vision
• Sept. – Nov. 1995 Eye Surgery Center of La. - New Orleans, LA. Ocular Disease
• Dec. – Feb. 1995-96 Alan Levitt, O.D. - N. Miami Beach, FL. Primary Care/Contact Lens
• March – May 1996 Eye Surgery Center of La. - New Orleans, LA. Vitreo-Retina

Affiliations:

• Louisiana State Optometric Association (LSOA)
• Texas Optometric Association (TOA)
• Florida Optometric Association (FOA)
• American Optometric Student Association (AOSA)
• American Academy of Optometry of Optometry (AAO)
• Omega Epsilon Phi
• Theta Xi National Fraternity
• Order of Omega- National Greek Honor Society
• United States Golf Association (USGA)

Honors:

• Presidential Scholars Scholarship, P.C.O., 1995-96
• P.C.O. Board of Trustees Scholarship, 1992-96
• Administrative/Professional Staff Scholarship, 1995
• Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry Scholarship, 1995
• Gold Key International Optometric Honor Society, President, 1995-96
• T.E.I. Clinical Honors; Fall, Spring 1994
• Florence & Martin Hafter Scholarship, 1993-94
• AAO – Academy Student Fellowship, 1993
• Beta Sigma Kappa National Optometric Scholarship Fraternity
• Dean’s List, S.L.U. – 5 semesters
• National Dean’s List, 1988-89
• Theta Xi Alumni Scholarship Award, 1988-89

Dr. Bond is proud to have built a family oriented practice with integrity, leadership, and emphasis on your total health.

Sarah Wroten, O.D.

Sarah Futch Wroten, O.D., grew up in south Baton Rouge and is a graduate of Baton Rouge High School. After attending L.S.U. as a University Honors Scholar and majoring in Microbiology, Dr. Wroten graduated Magna Cum Laude from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee. She completed internships in Pediatrics, Vision Therapy, Low Vision Rehabilitation, Contact Lens, Advanced Care Ocular Disease, and Primary Care, at The Eye Institute at Southern College of Optometry. Externship training was performed at The Eye Clinic of the Memphis Veterans Affairs Medical Center Hospital and at West Tennessee Eye. After graduating with honors, Dr. Wroten received advanced training by completing a residency in Hospital-Based Primary Eyecare at the Memphis Veterans Affairs Medical Center. In addition, Dr. Wroten has participated in clinical research and presented educational posters at national optometric conferences. She provided primary eyecare as an independant optometric physician in private practice in the greater Memphis area and as a volunteer at the Memphis Church Health Center, prior to joining The Bond Eye Clinic. While proficient in ocular disease and primary eyecare, additional areas of interest include low vision rehabilitation and fitting of rigid gas permeable contact lenses. Dr. Wroten is the proud wife of her husband, Dr. Chris Wroten, also on staff at The Bond Eye Clinic, and is a proud mother of their young daughter, Emily.

Affiliations:

• American Optometric Association
• American Academy of Optometry
• Optometry Association of Louisiana
• West Tennessee Optometric Society
• Tennessee Optometric Society

Honors:

• Outstanding Young Optometrists of America
• SCO Basic Sciences Award 1999
• Beta Sigma Kappa National Optometric Honor Society
• Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities
• Dr. L. Wayne Brown Memorial Scholarship
• 2003 Bausch and Lomb Scholarship
• Vice President - Louisiana Optometric Student Association, SCO Chapter
• LSU University Honors Scholarship

Chris Wroten, O.D.

Chris Wroten, O.D., grew up in the north Baton Rouge community of Central before attending LSU on a University Honors Scholarship. Upon graduating with a bachelor of science in Chemical Engineering, Dr. Wroten worked for several years at Exxon Chemical prior to attending Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee. He completed internships in Pediatrics, Vision Therapy, Low Vision Rehabilitation, Primary Care, Contact Lens, and Advanced Care Ocular Disease at The Eye Institute of Southern College of Optometry. Externship training was also completed at West Tennessee Eye and at The Eye Clinic of the Memphis Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Upon graduating Summa Cum Laude, Dr. Wroten received advanced training by completing a residency in Hospital-Based Primary Eyecare at the Memphis Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Prior to joining The Bond Eye Clinic & Surgery Center as a partner, he provided primary eyecare as an independant optometric physician in the greater Memphis area, volunteered at the Memphis Church Health Center, and worked for several years in private practice at West Tennessee Eye. He has also participated in clinical research, authored clinical case reports, and presented educational posters and workshops at national optometric conferences. In addition to primary eyecare, Dr. Wroten's special areas of interest lie in treatment and management of ocular disease. He is a devoted husband to his wife, Dr. Sarah Wroten, also on staff at The Bond Eye Clinic, and is a loving father to his daughter, Emily.

Affiliations:

• American Optometric Association
• Acting Zone Chairman & member - Optometry Association of Louisiana
• Immediate past-Vice President - West Tennessee Optometric Society
• Tennessee Optometric Association

Honors:

• SCO Senior Outstanding Clinician Award
• Bausch & Lomb Contact Lens Scholarship
• Alcon Student Scholarship
• SCO Student Ambassador - 2001 co-Ambassador of the Year
• Who's Who Among American Colleges & Universities
• Basic Science Award
• Gold Key National Optometric Honor Society
• Secretary & member - Beta Sigma Kappa National Optometric Honor Society
• LSU University Honors Scholarship
• Pegues Engineering Scholarship
• Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society
• Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society
• Alpha Lambda Delta National Honor Society

Daphne Richardson, O.D.

Daphne Richardson, O.D., is a native of Amite, Louisiana, and a graduate of Xavier University in New Orleans. She received her Doctor of Optometry from the University of Houston COllege of Optometry. She has served as a research investigator for the LSU Department of Psychiatry, and is affiliated with the American Optometric Association and the Optometry Association of Louisiana. Dr. Griggs also maintains a private practice in New Orleans and is active in community service projects. Her focus is on comprehensive eye care including pediatrics, contact lenses, glaucoma, and other eye diseases.

Richard Bessent, M.D.

Richard Bessent, M.D., has been servicing St. Tammany and Washington Parishes, and now Tangipahoa Parish, for over 20 years. He is devoted to the highest quality medical care, with unsurpassed surgical results for his patients. Dr. Bessent received his medical degree from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, and completed an internship at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Bessent then completed his residency in Opthalmology at Tulane Medical Center in New Orleans, where he served as Chief Resident. He participates in a monthly roundtable teleconference with other opthalmologists from across the United States, which is sponsored by VISX, the manufacturer of our LASIK laser. This conference allows surgeons to discuss various aspects of LASIK procedures with their peers. Dr. Bessent is board certified in Opthalmology, and is a member of the American Academy of Opthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, Southern Medical Society, Louisiana State Medical Society, and St. Tammany Medical Society. He is on staff at Lakeview Regional Hospital, St. Tammany Medical Center, Riverside Medical Center, Tulane Medical Center, Fairway Medical Center, and Washington-St. Tammany Regional Medical Center. Dr. Bessent has also completed credentialing in the VISX Excimer Laser system course, as well as a fellowship program in LASIK. He has attended a fellowship program in the Moria Microkeratome System, and continues to attend courses in advanced LASIK procedure.