About Us

Dr. Roger Weikum

Therapeutic Optometrist
1st Eye Care

Serving Dallas and the Metroplex
for over 35 years

Our Doctor

Dr. Roger Weikum earned his Doctorate in Optometry in 1974, graduating from the University of Houston College of Optometry. Dr. Weikum is a Therapeutic Optometrist and has done post- graduate work in ocular therapeutics and glaucoma. He is licensed in the treatment and management of eye disease, infections, eye allergies, injuries, and an alternative to Lasik surgery - Corneal Mold for myopic reduction. He also specializes in the fitting of all types of prescription eyewear including eyeglasses, contact lenses, computer glasses and sports glasses. Dr. Weikum is a member of the American Optometric Association, the Texas Optometric Association, Dallas County Optometric Association and the specialized group of 1st Eye Care doctors.

Dr. Weikum grew up on a farm in Elgin, North Dakota as one of six sons. He and his wife, Jan, enjoy spending time with their three sons, daughter-in-laws and our soon-to-be four grandchildren.

Come by and meet Our Staff...

Melissa is our optician and brings several years of experience to our practice. She can help you with your frame style and explanation of lens choices.

Wanda, our Insurance Coordinator, Monica, Lisa, Desiree and Jan, along with Dr. Weikum want to help you make great eyewear choices and help maximize your insurance benefits. Everyone is trained and cross-trained in our office so that you might have the best service.

Who We Are

Our Opticians are certified by the American Board of Opticianry meaning that they have undergone extensive training and passed state level board examinations in the area of lenses and optics.

Our Contact lens technicians are also responsible for staying aware of the latest changes and the newest lens products in the optical industry. Our goal is to offer you the care you need medically and visually to optimize your vision and eye health care needs. Our staff members are trained in all areas to better serve your needs.

Whether you need immediate emergency care, an annual vision exam, eyeglasses or contact lenses, or a medical eye health evaluation, we are here to service your needs.

Do We File Insurance?

We do file medical and vision insurance. Health and Vision Insurance are very different, and each employer's health plan has unique qualities. Dr. Weikum is medically certified to treat any medical problems that you might have including glaucoma, diabetic eye conditions or complications. He also treats eye conditions caused by the over wearing of contact lenses and infections of the eyes.

Vision insurance generally covers your basic eye examination and refraction only.

Medical insurance addresses any medical conditions of the eye or body. We file both types of insurance.

We adhere to the regulations of the insurance policy, but are not contracted to your company or the insurance company that they have chosen for you.

Flexible Spending Accounts and HSA's sometimes expire at the end of the year so schedule your appointments for your family before your benefits expire. Don't wait until December.

Some of the insurances that we accept are:  

• Aetna
• United Healthcare
• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Great West
• Medicare
• Cigna
• Vision Service Plan (VSP)
• Vision Care Plan (VCP)
• Eyemed