Ophthalmologist in Denver, CO
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Why Choose Our
Ophthalmology Practice?
Committed to Exceptional Care
"Our mission is to maximize the vision and health of each of our patients. We strive to compassionately provide efficient care, without sacrificing quality."
The Hines Sight Team
Ophthalmologist in Denver, CO
Let’s Work Together
to Improve Your Vision
Founded over 35 years ago, Hines Sight has become the trusted eye care center for patients in Denver and throughout the state of Colorado.
- Our team of vision care specialists offers a full range of ophthalmology and optometry services, including routine eye exams, glaucoma treatment, and several types of eye surgery.
- Our practice is backed by decades of experience and the latest diagnostic technology, which allows us to provide the optical and medical care you need to maintain healthy eyes and clear vision for life.
Whether you’ve noticed changes in your vision or it’s simply been a while since your last eye exam, we invite you to book an appointment today.
Meet Our Doctors
Justin Coco, DO
Medical Director
Our medical director, Dr. Justin Coco, earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa before moving on to medical school. After graduating from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine, he served an internship at St. John Providence Hospital in Southfield, MI, before completing a residency in ophthalmology at Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine.
In practice since 2010, Dr. Coco focuses on cataract and refractive surgery. He is board-certified in osteopathic ophthalmology and has earned his license to practice in three states.
Stanley Cushing, OD
Optometrist
Dr. Stanley Cushing earned his bachelor's degree in mathematics from Pacific Union College, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. In graduate school at Loma Linda University, he studied biomathematics. Moving to the Southern California College of Optometry, Dr. Cushing graduated Magna Cum Laude for both his bachelor's in visual science and his Doctor of Optometry degree.
Dr. Cushing is a board-certified therapeutic optometrist who has been practicing optometry since 1978. He specializes in primary eye care, is a renowned contact lens specialist, regularly treats glaucoma, and provides thorough pre- and post-operative treatment to help patients protect their vision. He is certified in optometry in both California and Colorado.
Tessa Lau, OD
Optometrist
Dr. Tessa Lau attended the University of Missouri-Columbia, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude with a dual bachelor's in health sciences and biology. She then went on to attend Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude and received an outstanding leadership award for her hard work and dedication to scope expansion in optometry. She served as SCO’s Student Government President and sat on the Board of Trustees as the student representative.
She obtained specialty training in ocular disease at the Great Lakes Naval Station, treating recruits, active duty seamen, and veterans. She also has extensive training in specialty contacts, including sclerals, GPs, and hybrids from a private practice in Beverly Hills, CA.
William Hines, MD
Founder
Dr. William Hines founded Hines Sight in 1983. He was one of the first doctors to offer LASIK in Denver, CO, and quickly became a trusted PRK, ICL™, and cataract surgery provider. During his career, he became one of the most accomplished eye surgeons in the region, completing more than 50,000 LASIK procedures and more than 10,000 cataract surgeries.
Dr. Hines is now retired from our practice, but he continues to contribute to the field of ophthalmology as a professor at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in Denver. Our entire team is dedicated to maintaining the high standard of care that he established.
Our Advanced Services
Founded over 35 years ago, Hines Sight has become the trusted eye care center for patients in Denver and throughout the state of Colorado.
Diabetes and the Eye
Over time, having too much sugar in the blood can increase your risk of developing a variety of eye problems. If you have diabetes, you may be more likely to experience:
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy is a condition in which the blood vessels at the back of the eye become damaged, harming the retina. Symptoms can include floaters, blurriness, dark spots, difficulty perceiving colors, and even blindness. The condition may not present with symptoms at first, making a yearly dilated eye exam important as it can catch the condition in its earliest stages.
Diabetic Macular Edema
The macula is the part of the retina that you need to make out the details of what is in front of you, like when you're reading, driving, or seeing faces. Diabetic macular edema occurs when diabetes causes the macula to swell. Over time, this destroys the sharp vision, causes partial vision loss, or even results in blindness.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that can damage the optic nerve, leading to vision loss and blindness if not treated early.
Cataracts
The lenses in our eyes become cloudy as we age, leading to blurred vision. People with diabetes are more likely to experience cataracts and are more likely to develop them earlier.
The best way to manage your diabetes and keep your eyes healthy is to control your blood sugar, quit smoking, and receive a dilated eye exam at our Denver office once a year. This eye exam can help detect problems in their earliest stages when they can be treated with diabetes management. For more advanced cases, we offer a range of corrective treatments like injections, laser therapy, and surgery.
Our Complete List of Services
- Astigmatism treatment
- Cataract surgery
- Contact lenses
- Corneal disorders treatment
- Diabetic eye exams
- Diabetic retinopathy treatment
- Dry eye treatment
- Eye exams and eyeglasses
- Eyelid surgery
- Glaucoma treatment in Denver, CO
- ICL™
- Keratoconus treatment in Denver, CO
- Laser floater removal
- LASIK surgery
- LipiFlow
- Macular degeneration treatment
- Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK)
- Presbyopia treatment
- Pterygium surgery
- Retinal disorders treatment
Helping Denver See With Clarity
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Contrary to common misconceptions, you don't need a referral to see an ophthalmologist. Anyone can request an appointment at our office. To expedite your first visit and help us get to know you better, we encourage you to fill out the necessary forms prior to your appointment. You should also bring your insurance information, current contact lenses or eyeglasses, and a list of current medications.
At the start of your appointment, you will undergo a comprehensive eye exam. This exam will last anywhere from one to two hours. After reviewing your medical history, one of our eye doctors will conduct a visual acuity test and refraction assessment. We will then screen for eye diseases such as glaucoma and corneal disease. We will also evaluate the back of each eye to rule out serious diseases like macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
Insurance and Financing
We accept many types of medical and vision insurance. Our compassionate team will work with your insurance company to help you maximize your benefits.
For patients without insurance or who are receiving treatment not covered by insurance, we accept financing through CareCredit®. This third-party lender offers manageable monthly payment plans over 6-60 months.
