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Boerne Vision Center Newsletter

Holiday 2026

Care, community & a new chapter.

A heartfelt thank-you to Dr. Patel, a warm welcome to Dr. Gonzalez, the return of a holiday tradition that brings our community together, and our December 15 Maui Jim Trunk Show at Fair Oaks.

Dr. Aum Patel

With gratitude

Thank you,
Dr. Patel.

Dr. Aum Patel is moving to Chicago to be closer to his wife’s family.

His last day with BVC:

We thank Dr. Patel for his many years of serving our community with excellent eye care. His dedication has meant so much to our patients and our team.

We wish him and his family all the best in this next chapter. Our current doctors are excited to meet you and your family.

Your care & next steps
Dr. Eric J. Gonzalez
Joining our team Monday, December 7, 2026

A new face. A warm welcome.

Meet Dr. Eric Gonzalez.

Therapeutic Optometrist & Optometric Glaucoma Specialist

A Weslaco native and former Texas Longhorns student-athlete, Dr. Gonzalez brings experience in comprehensive eye care, contact lenses, ocular disease management, and post-operative care.

Your care continues here.

Questions about the transition?
Call (830) 331-8745.

You may continue your care with another provider at Boerne Vision Center. Your medical records remain with Boerne Vision Center, PA.

Appointments, records & Dr. Patel’s move

Our front desk can help you transition to another provider in our practice. Dr. Patel’s new practice information in Chicago has not yet been finalized.

To request a copy or transfer of your medical records, complete a Medical Records Release Form, available at the front desk. Return it in person or by fax to (830) 331-8749.

For help, call (830) 331-8745 or email office@boernevisioncenter.com.

Visit Dr. Patel’s biography

Boerne Vision Center’s holiday gathering, with gifts beside a decorated Angel Tree
A holiday moment shared by our Boerne Vision Center family.

Our community gives back

A little giving.
A brighter holiday.

Our Angel Tree is returning this season. We’re inviting patients, neighbors, and friends to help make the holidays special for children in our community.

Boerne Vision Center’s Angel Tree tradition has supported children through Roy Maas Youth Alternatives. We’re grateful for the generosity that makes this tradition possible.

Be part of this year’s Angel Tree.

Contact our team for wish-list details, gift guidelines, drop-off arrangements, and this year’s collection deadline.

Ask about Angel Tree

Fair Oaks · Our biggest sale of the year

End of Year Maui Jim Trunk Show

Tuesday,
9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. · Boerne Vision Center at Fair Oaks

20% offMaui Jim
50% offANY second pair

Find your next favorite pair, enjoy light refreshments, and celebrate the season with our Fair Oaks team.

27511 IH 10 W, Suite 401 · Boerne, TX 78006

From the blog · August–October 2026

A little reading.
A clearer perspective.

Explore all articles

Eyewear from home

Your next favorite pair
could start here.

Browse our online frame collection, then let our opticians help with fit, lenses, and finding the style that feels like you.

Shop our frames
A selection of eyeglass frames and sunglasses from Boerne Vision Center

Two locations. One caring team.

We look forward to seeing you.

Serving Boerne, Fair Oaks Ranch, Leon Springs, San Antonio, and the Hill Country.

Contact our team

Boerne Vision Center

124 E Bandera Road, Suite 403
Boerne, TX 78006
(830) 331-8745

Call our team for appointments and office hours.

Boerne Vision Center at Fair Oaks

27511 IH 10 W, Suite 401
Boerne, TX 78006
(830) 460-3104

Call our team for appointments and office hours.

Dr. Eric J. Gonzalez

Welcome to Boerne Vision Center

Dr. Eric J. Gonzalez

Therapeutic Optometrist
& Optometric Glaucoma Specialist

Joining us December 7, 2026
Boerne & Fair Oaks

Dr. Eric J. Gonzalez is a Therapeutic Optometrist and Optometric Glaucoma Specialist. Originally from Weslaco, Texas, he earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Austin, where he also competed as a student-athlete on the Texas Longhorns football team. He went on to earn his Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of the Incarnate Word Rosenberg School of Optometry.

Dr. Gonzalez’s clinical training includes rotations at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas, and Kozlovsky, Delay and Winter Eye Consultants in San Antonio, Texas, alongside two years of private practice experience. Through this background, he has gained extensive proficiency in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of various ocular diseases as well as post-operative surgical care.

Dedicated to delivering the highest quality of personalized care, Dr. Gonzalez stays up to date on the latest advancements in optometry to ensure every patient receives exceptional service and thorough clinical care. Dr. Gonzalez’s experience and training allow him to provide a wide range of optometric services, including comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, cataract evaluations, co-management of refractive surgery, and management of conditions such as corneal and anterior segment diseases, dry eye, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and glaucoma.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Gonzalez enjoys watching sports, playing golf, and spending quality time with his family. He is excited to bring his expertise to the practice and looks forward to caring for patients across our two locations.

Holiday 2026 · Personalized eye care. Connected to our community.

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