Florida Eye Care Practice Joins Elite 7% of U.S. Medical Centers with Excellence Award

Southwest Florida's Tyson Eye has been named a 2025 Castle Connolly Practice Center of Excellence, joining an elite group representing only 7 percent of licensed physicians nationwide. The designation recognizes healthcare facilities employing multiple Castle Connolly Top Doctors and underscores the practice's significant impact on regional healthcare quality.

The recognition highlights Tyson Eye's comprehensive approach to eye care, featuring five ophthalmologists and seven optometrists, most with fellowship training. The practice's investment in advanced technology and specialized treatments, including laser-guided cataract surgery and innovative retinal procedures, positions it as a leader in addressing the growing need for specialized eye care in an aging population.

Among the practice's distinguished staff are Dr. Farrell C. Tyson, who has contributed to FDA research and development of advanced cataract treatments, and Dr. J. David Stephens, who specializes in complex corneal and glaucoma procedures. Their expertise, along with that of their colleagues, enables the practice to address a wide range of eye conditions, from routine care to complex surgical interventions.

This recognition comes at a crucial time when access to high-quality eye care is increasingly important, given the rising prevalence of age-related eye conditions and vision problems in the United States. The practice's nine locations throughout Southwest Florida, including specialized surgical centers, help address the region's growing demand for advanced eye care services.

The designation by Castle Connolly, whose selections are based on peer nominations and rigorous evaluation, serves as an independent validation of healthcare quality, helping patients identify exceptional care providers in their region. For Southwest Florida residents, this recognition provides assurance of access to nationally recognized standards of eye care within their community.