Dr. Balasquide recently graduated from Nova Southeastern University where she received her Doctor of Optometry degree. During her time at Nova, she also received her Bachelors of Science in Vision Science and completed the MBA for Optometrists program. She received her Bachelors of Science in Biological Sciences from the University of California Riverside prior to moving to Florida.
Dr. Balasquide’s experience includes primary care, low vision examinations and geriatrics, with an emphasis on diagnosis, treatment, and management of ocular disease. She is trained in contact lens fitting including hybrid and scleral lenses.
SNEAD EYE GROUP is not only growing with the addition of a new doctor. Dr. Balasquide’s fluency in Spanish, allows SNEAD EYE GROUP to provide eye care services to the local Spanish speaking community.
In her spare time, Dr. B, as her patient’s affectionately call her, enjoys going to the beach, salsa dancing and spending time with her family. She is a big LA Lakers fan and loves watching basketball.
“We are very pleased to have someone with Dr. Balasquide’s medical training joining our team,” said Dr. John W. Snead. “For nearly three decades, we have been committed to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified team of caring professionals to ensure that each of our patients are treated in a courteous, competent and compassionate manner.”
Dr. Giovana Balasquide will begin working for the practice on August 1, 2016.
Snead Eye Group is one of largest ophthalmology practices in Southwest Florida with more than 30 experienced staff members, three ophthalmologists and two optometrists. Snead Eye Group provides eye care services for a lifetime, from fitting children with their first pair of glasses to curing cataracts. The latest technology and treatment options are available from Snead Eye Group with locations in Fort Myers and Naples.
For more information, call 239-936-8686 or visit www.SneadEyeGroup.com.