About Us

Our People

Dr. James D. Dillard

Dr. Dillard has been practicing in his 511 Gaines School Road location in Athens, Georgia for over 34 years. His experience and caring manner means you won't ever feel rushed through an eye exam or feel like a just another patient. He takes time to explain procedures and offer you his best advice on caring for your eyes.

• 1964 Graduate, Griffin High School, Griffin, Ga.
• 1965 - 1971 University Of Houston
  
  • Bachelor of Science, Optometry - 1969
  • Doctor of Optometry (OD) - 1971
    
  • Bausch & Lomb "Outstanding Third Year Student" - 1968
  • Phi Theta Upsilon
    
    • Member, 1968 - 1971
      
    • President, 1969 - 1970
      
• Captain, US Army 1971 - 1977
  • Chief, Optometry Clinic, McAfee Army Hospital, White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico 1972 - 1973
• Private Practice Optometrist - Athens, Ga. 1973 - Present
• Athens Rotary Club 1974 - Present (Double Paul Harris Fellow - Sapphire Level)
  
• Athens - Clarke County Planning Commission 1978 - 1983
  
• Member, Georgia Optometric Association (GOA) 1973 - present
  
  • Past President Ga. Opt. Assn. 10th District
  • GOA 10th District Trustee - 18 years
• Member, Business Networking International 2004 - Present
  
  • Athens Referral Factory 2004 - Present
  • Secretary / Treasurer 2004 - 2005
    
  • Vice President - 2005
  • President Athens Referral Factory 2005 - 2006
  • Education Chairman 2007 - 2008
• Charter Member, "KANGS" - Team JoJo

Chris Eddings, Optician

Chris has 40+ years of experience and stays up on new trends through detail reps and her many young friends. People actually come from out of state to have Chris style, fit and make their glasses.

Joyce McLaughlin, Office Manager

Joyce has been filing insurance and confirming benefits for 20+ years and gets to the final word with the proper professional at the insurance company when there is a question. If you have any questions about your billing or insurance, she will be happy to help.

Our Facilities

Advanced Technology

Being friendly and working with each patient on a personal level, doesn't mean we are behind the times on technology. We have some of the most advanced equipment for diagnosing problems and analyzing your eyes. Featured here is a "fundus camera" which takes documentary photos of the back of your eyes when necessary.

Ample Parking

Our large parking lot means you'll never have to worry about finding a space at the last minute or parking too far from the building. For those with disabilities or difficulty walking, the ease of parking and access to the building can be important. It is for these reasons that Dr. Dillard's office has an easily accessible wheel chair ramp into the main entrance.

Waiting Area

Tired of crowded waiting rooms? Our waiting area is never crowded because Dr. Dillard does not over-book his schedule. The entrance area is clean, comfortable and stocked with plenty of current magazines to keep you occupied should you have to wait for your appointment.