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Laila Tawfik, O.D.

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Laila Tawfik
Optometrist

Dr. Laila Tawfik is passionate about providing personalized and comprehensive eye care. With a focus on ocular disease and primary care, she excels at identifying underlying health issues through eye examinations, clear communication with patients, and her deep expertise in eye health management.

After earning dual degrees in Psychology and French from the University of Kansas, Dr. Tawfik received her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Southern College of Optometry. She completed a residency in Primary Care and Ocular Diseases at BronxCare Health System. As a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry, Dr. Tawfik is a prominent leader in the eye care industry. Her expertise, combined with her commitment to building strong patient relationships, makes her an exceptional practicing optometrist.

Dr. Tawfik grew up in Kansas and lived in several states before settling in East Nashville, where she currently resides. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, exploring new restaurants and coffee shops, and is fluent in four languages: English, Arabic, French, and Spanish. During optometry school, she volunteered for SVOSH, which sent her on mission trips to Central and South America to provide much-needed eye care to underserved communities.

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Dr. Tawfik’s Services

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Primary Care Optometry

Primary care optometry addresses a range of vision and eye health needs, including routine eye exams, prescription updates, and the early detection of serious eye conditions.
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Ocular Disease Management

Ocular disease management focuses on diagnosing and treating eye conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. Our cutting-edge technology and expert staff help protect your vision.
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Myopia Control

Myopia control aims to slow the progression of nearsightedness in children through non-invasive methods such as corneal reshaping (orthokeratology) and specialized contact lenses.
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Contact Lens Fittings

Custom contact lens fittings require ultra-precise measurements to ensure optimal vision and comfort, with specialized options available for patients with unique needs.