Our Practice in Houston

Dr. Rizwan Jaffer is a Therapeutic Optometrist and Optometric Glaucoma Specialist with a special interest in myopia progression, specialty contact lenses, and the management of eye diseases.

Dr. Jaffer was born in Tabora, Tanzania but grew up in Texas. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree majoring in biomedical science from Union College in Upstate New York. He went on to earn a Doctor of Optometry degree from the New England College of Optometry in Boston. Dr. Jaffer completed externships at Beverly Hills Private office Richlin and associates,

Boston community center, and East Boston Medical Center. Where he gained experience managing a range of ocular conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration.

Dr. Jaffer has continued to educate himself in the management and prevention of eye disease by attending regular conferences and other programs. He has created a successful Myopia Management Program across five clinics. Dr. Jaffer is passionate about eye care for all ages. Dr. Jaffer is also an affiliate professor for the international American University of Puerto Rico where he helps shape future optometrists.

Dr. Jaffer and his wife live in Houston with their two young children. They are all sports fans and when he is not practicing eye care Dr. Jaffer enjoys anything that keeps him active like going to the gym, running, and playing sports with his kids.

Dr. Farah Nasser is an Optometric Glaucoma Specialist and Therapeutic Optometrist. She holds both a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Miami and a Doctorate of Optometry from the prestigious New England College of Optometry. Dr. Nasser grew up in Nairobi Kenya but was born here in Houston and takes pride in being of service to her community.

Dr. Nasser completed several internships at clinics such as the Omni Eye Services in Atlanta, East Boston Neighborhood Health Clinic, and the VA in Bedford Massachusetts. Where she gained experience in LASIK and cataract pre and post-op management.

Upon graduation, Dr. Nasser opened several clinics across the greater Houston metropolitan area with a focus on eye care for all stages and ages.

She regularly attends conferences to keep up to date on the latest vision health education and technology and to share and learn from colleagues from across the industry.

Dr. Nasser is an avid sports fan, she enjoys running and has completed the Houston Half Marathon amongst other runs. She also likes traveling, meditation, reading, and spending time with her friends and family.