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Shawn H. Hobbs, O.D. is an optometrist at Commonwealth Eye Care Associates, serving patients in Henrico and Colonial Heights, VA. Dr. Hobbs specializes in comprehensive consultation and co-management, treatment of eye diseases and pre and post-surgical care.
Dr. Hobbs attended Montclair State University in New Jersey, graduating with a major in biology. He then attended the New England College of Optometry in Boston, MA, receiving his optometry degree.
He served his internship at the Omni Eye Centers of New Jersey and VA Hospital of Newington, where he focused on the diagnosis and management of ocular disease. He then spent an additional year in an ocular disease residency at the Eye Institute of Essex, Clara Mass Hospital, New Jersey.
Dr. Hobbs entered into a group MD/OD practice in 1994 as the Optometric Director. Since then, he has worked in that same capacity at several large group practices in Richmond. He has served as a liaison between the MD and OD communities, educating both on the value of an integrated co-management model.
In 2000, Dr. Hobbs joined Commonwealth Eye Care Associates where he continues to develop an integrated eye care system of co-management with the OD community. Dr. Hobbs has extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of patients with eye diseases as well as pre and postoperative care. Dr. Hobbs is the past President of the Richmond Optometric Society. He is actively involved in the optometric community and lectures both locally and nationally.
When Dr. Hobbs isn’t out cruising the country backroads on his motorcycle, he can be found playing golf or working out in the gym.
Most insurances accepted. Please contact Commonwealth Eye Care Associates for more information regarding insurance coverage.
At Commonwealth Eye Care Associates, we take pride in providing the highest level of care and personalized attention to each of our patients in Henrico and Colonial Heights. Please contact us to schedule a consultation.
