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Regardless of where you live, our services are worth the drive. Our office is conveniently located in Southwest Austin on Southwest Parkway. A short drive from downtown, our patients come from Austin, Westlake, Bee Cave and numerous other nearby towns. Our office is extremely excited to announce that we will be joining Lantana Place!

Construction is under way and we can't wait to see what 2019 has in store for our patients and our office! Today is World Keratoconus Day! Keratoconus is an progressive corneal disease in which the cornea becomes thin and cone shaped. Keratoconus can develop relatively quick or gradually over time.
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Dr. Casey Packer is a certified optometric glaucoma specialist and therapeutic optometrist in Austin, Texas. He was born in the Dallas area but raised in East Texas. He attended the University of Texas at Austin receiving a degree in biology. He then enrolled in the four year doctorate of optometry program at the University of Houston.
Lone Star Eye can provide for all of your eye care needs. We have an optical of over 500 high quality frames and all the technology to treat most ocular conditions. We accept most major insurances and we'd be happy to check your benefits for you! Give us a call at 512.328.7300 to find out what's covered on your insurance today.
Dr. Packer has made a personal pledge to participate in a medical mission trip every year. Without the support and patronage of our amazing patients he would not be able to be involved in these trips. We cannot thank you enough for allowing us to help others who are less fortunate than us. PACKER HAS participated in numerous programs for underprivileged families in the austin area for years.
Ocular surface disease is now quantifiable. Dry Eye symptoms affect the vast majority of our population and now we can accurately treat dry eyes thanks to this technology. In less than a second more than 200 degrees of the retina CAN BE captured in a high resolution image. Allows the patient to avoid being dilated in most cases!.
Living with keratoconus can be very challenging. Finding proper treatment for keratoconus can sometimes seem even more challenging. Dr. Packer specializes in treating keratoconus utilizing a variety of the latest technologies and instrumentation. We are always happy to help a new keratoconus patient find their best possible vision.
Reviews (25)
Diamond Girl
Diamond Girl
Jan 06, 2022
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Modern space. Dr. Wahl knows her stuff and has a caring bedside manner while also conveying appropriate medical messaging.
Melanie Gaddy
Melanie Gaddy
Jan 05, 2022
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I cannot believe that an optometrists office can really be this lovely- the staff was beyond kind and patient! Highly recommend for adults or kids!
Stacy Tallent
Stacy Tallent
Dec 31, 2021
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I recently had an eye exam and was fitted for new glasses. The glasses took a long time to arrive. However, I am sure this was due to Covid related supply chain issues. Ugh!! When they finally arrived, they fit great, look great and best of all I see better than ever! A special shout out to Zalyssa who always brightens my day with her smile. She truly knows how to take EXCELLENT customer service to the next level!
Tony Struthers
Tony Struthers
Dec 04, 2021
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First visit to Lone Star Eye. The staff was professional and efficient. The technology in the office was outstanding.
Dr. Chelsea Wahl was fantastic. I would recommend this office to any seeking professional eye care!
Sadie Pack
Sadie Pack
Dec 03, 2021
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Changing eye doctors after 15 years was scary but after the most complete examination ever, I realized how little I was receiving from the other practice. Yesterday I was treated with respect and kindness from everyone. I wasn't rushed around and the doctor listened to me, educated me and you aren't just another patient. The facility is gorgeous. AND I spent $100 less. Come see what you have been missing.
Mary Kay Herrington
Mary Kay Herrington
Nov 26, 2021
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Dr Packer is fantastic. Very knowledgeable and personable. He is very good about following up with any issues I have had with my eyes.
Shawna Graeber
Shawna Graeber
Nov 04, 2021
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Took my 2 year old in to see Dr. Wahl. She was fantastic! Playful, fun, knowledgeable, and made it such a great first eye experience for him. I wasn't sure what to expect or how he might react and they did such a great job keeping him entertained while checking out his eyes. I loved them so much I'm switching eye doctors! Front desk and techs were also super friendly and great with kiddos. Highly recommend for the whole family.
Richard Herring
Richard Herring
Oct 30, 2021
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Great people!! Doctor Packer is an expert ophthalmologist and the optometry staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The facilities are state of the art and very cool. There’s a wide selection of frames to choose from, and my wife and I have bought our frames and lens there. We are planning to go back to buy sun glasses soon. For those on a fixed income it’s good to know they take Care Credit as a form of payment. They have a guarantee that they stand behind with the integrity implied in their name.
Dan R.
Dan R.
Sep 29, 2021
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I'm a longtime customer of Lone Star Eye and Dr. Casey Packer. My boys and I have been coming to Lone Star Eye for several years, and there's no reason to go anywhere else. Great customer service and an incredible staff, plus a great selection of frames, or you can bring in your own, as I just did.
Johanna J.
Johanna J.
Sep 05, 2021
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I was searching for an eye doctor close to home when a neighbor recommended this business. Scheduling an appointment online was super easy and I received my booking confirmation quickly.

On day of appointment, I was promptly greeted and underwent a few supplemental eye exams prior to my main exam with Dr. Chelsea Wahl. Dr. Wahl was fantastic; super pleasant and explained everything in detail. I was literally done within an hour or so. Thankfully my prescription did not change but always best to get your eyes checked out yearly; especially if you drive on a daily basis - don't leave it to
Mackenzie J.
Mackenzie J.
Aug 17, 2021
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When I saw that this place had over 100 five-star reviews, I cancelled my eye exam with Target Optical and I'm so glad I did! Most thorough exam I've ever had. Dr. Chelsea was super friendly and explained everything she did as she went. She even discussed my eye issues caused by my daily allergies and gave me a few recommendations on how to treat them. After the exam, Cody did an awesome job helping me find a pair of frames. She asked me several questions as I browsed that helped narrow down the perfect pair that looked good with my face shape and were practical for my lifestyle. Will
Rachele B.
Rachele B.
Aug 05, 2021
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I just had the best experience at Lonestar I! They're extremely efficient, detail oriented and provided excellent customer service!
His team was great and I would highly recommend Dr. Packer!!! They go above and beyond!!! So excited for my new glasses!!!
Emily B.
Emily B.
Jul 12, 2021
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Dr. Chelsea Wahl is an amazing optometrist! I have been going to the eye doctor for over 25 years and have never had such a thorough and informative examination. Dr. Wahl was great at explaining the why behind some of the challenges I've been having with my eyes and gave me some great solutions. I greatly appreciate her attention to detail, her genuine hospitality and expertise. Dr. Chelsea Wahl will be my optometrist for as long as I stay in Austin.
Mark R.
Mark R.
Jun 02, 2021
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My wife and I have been a customer for 4-5 years.
The doctors and staff do good work.
The tools are modern and convenient.
This review would be much higher accept for a last incident.
We spent an hour with our daughter looking for frames she would like. We found one out of all the frames that she really liked. We scheduled her eye appointment for the soonest opening (a week later). We asked if they could reserve the frames so that after her eye appointment we could just order lenses and be done. The staff said the would hold them. After her appointment they said they did not have the frames and
Vanessa M.
Vanessa M.
May 12, 2021
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Getting my checked at my favorite eye place ever! Let me clarify...40yrs of eye doctors spanning 4 states. This is hands down the BEST practice I have ever been to. Tried a diff one last month bc it was closer and I was so disappointed I called VSP and asked for them to allow me to do a do over for my annual. (They did). I will never go anywhere else as long as I live here. BET.
Cindy R.
Cindy R.
Apr 12, 2021
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Dr. Packer is up to date on the latest eye wear needs! I've been with LSE for over 10 years now. The Dr. listens to your needs and ensures you feel comfortable with your contacts or glasses. Unlike other optometrist, the staff and dr are professional, quick, and the office is kept clean. I love the text features too. Quick and easy responses!
Don D.
Don D.
Mar 09, 2021
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Been a been a Patient at LS Eye since we moved to Austin in 2013. Up until now I've been very happy with them

We were exposed to Covid-19 by accident at the facility in early February 2021. Instead of leaving a message to that effect, I received a cryptic, "Please call the office.", message on my voicemail. No follow-up to make certain we knew what the call was about. This was near the time of the storm in February and they did have issues with communication, but there was no follow-up afterwards. The only way I knew was that I called them back.

My wife ended up in the
Latasha G.
Latasha G.
Jan 03, 2021
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From start to finish my experience was great. My son got the cutest rayban frames and he gets compliments everywhere we go. He's 6 and this was his first optometrist visit and it was well with the almost hour drive from Cedar Park. He was comfortable the entire tome. The entire staff was professional and well trained to deal with children. It was important to find him a place that has a great children's selection so i could get frames and have the doctors visit all in one place. We are more than pleased. Thanks Lone Star.
Darren B.
Darren B.
Dec 04, 2020
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Wow! Dr. Wahl, Dr. Packer, Bella, Zaylssa, and everyone I encountered here were all awesome. A huge thank you to Errol M. for recommending Lone Star Eye and now I too will be highly recommending them as well.

I originally came here for a pricey procedure. This procedure is one I was originally told I needed by another clinic. While I may still need that procedure at some point, after some testing, Dr. Packer and Dr. Wahl felt it best to try some other less invasive options first. I was blown away at their integrity and what I feel is a genuine commitment to patient care and positive patient outcomes
Ralph T.
Ralph T.
Sep 08, 2020
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Seriously amazing staff. Dr. Wahl is awesome. She has a great demeanor, is easygoing yet extremely knowledgeable and professional. One of the staff members went through all the initial eye tests with me and he was great as well. The process was thorough, fast, and easy... I had reservations about being pressured into buying glasses on the spot (happened to me before at another eye doctor office) but Dr. Wahl and Kodie (who walked me through my frame options) were both an absolute pleasure to deal with. I rarely write reviews but I seriously can't recommend this place more.
Errol M.
Errol M.
Feb 19, 2020
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Still the best. Why waste words? I come here every January to update my glasses & contact prescriptions, and then Dr Packer & I talk about the newest restaurants in town. What more do I want?

What's different this year is they moved to a bigger & better location, there's a cool coffeehouse on one end of this complex and a great steakhouse on the other, and if I'm driving down to Southwest Parkway for whatever, I'll make an afternoon of it. They didn't like the "vision insurance" company I have this year, but with my regular medical it was a $40 copay
Jaclyn S.
Jaclyn S.
Dec 10, 2019
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Great place! Professional and very nice. Very clean and neat with new technology. Highly recommend! Great experience
Sep 26, 2019
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Take your feedback as a template, here is my reply.

Unfortunately, your feedback was misrepresenting in many ways. Let me explain.

I don't like to waste time nagging criticism you, but people can never stand on other feet unless they are the one who suffers. It is unfair to a person who suffer from your false for months, write down the reality as true as she could, but ending up being described as a miser who care about money over the quality like you said "given that price is the true factor in your decision making"


1) Your statement: "The 3D effect you are referring is
Anna Laura J.
Anna Laura J.
May 15, 2019
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I love Dr Packer and his staff. Great customer service and I love the text message reminders. Dr Packer is honest and down to earth. He will tell you when something is not worth the money, which is always appreciated.
I also had a scare where I suddenly could not see out of one eye, called the office in tears and they fit me in right away. Turns out it was an ocular migraine, which had never happened to me before so I was freaked out. Dr Packer took pictures of my eye and explained why it could not be diabetes, or any of the other scary things I had googled. I appreciate their level of care so
Heidi R.
Heidi R.
Jan 27, 2019
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Great facility, great people, great service, overall great experience. I lucked into Lone Star Eye after moving to the area a few months ago.

In particular, I've appreciated as they've held my hand every step of the way through getting LASIK, from answering my myriad initial questions to recommending a surgeon to conducting my follow-ups to recommending eye drops to accelerate healing, etc. I've had a great experience with this office and every person in it. Definitely recommend!