Thomas Vielma, O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry from the University of Houston in 1998. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at Austin, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology in 1994.
Being able to improve the quality of life of those who need it most through eye care inspired Dr. Vielma to become an optometrist. Dr. Vielma finds fulfillment in educating and assisting his patients to achieve their eye care needs.
In his free time, Dr. Vielma loves being outdoors, traveling, playing piano, meeting new people, and finding new restaurants.
Bill Burges, O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry from the University of Houston College of Optometry. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Physiological Optics from the University of Houston. Dr. Burges is an Optometric Glaucoma Specialist and practices the full scope of optometry ranging from vision care, including prescribing glasses and contact lenses, to in-office vision therapy and medical eye care.
In Dr. Burges’ free time, he enjoys scouting, exploring his family farm, and spoiling his ten grandchildren.
Dr. Christopher Prough grew up in Pleasanton and is a Pleasanton High School graduate. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Texas State University in San Marcos with a minor in Chemistry. In May 2014, he earned his Doctor of Optometry from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee. In June 2014, he received his Texas Optometry license and became a Therapeutic Glaucoma Specialist in August 2014.
Dr. Prough’s externships include training from the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland, The Eye Center in Memphis, Tennessee, and with Draisin Vision Group in Charleston, South Carolina.
Dr. Prough is a member of the American Optometric Association. He also served with the Student Volunteers for Optometric Services to Humanity. Dr. Prough served with this organization in Belize City, Belize; Merida, Mexico and May Pen, Jamaica. “I’ve always known that I wanted to be a health care provider. I worked as an ophthalmic technician just out of college and was blessed to work with some very caring optometrists that helped guide me into this field. I couldn’t be happier about this decision to become an eye doctor.
I love that I can be part of the community and build lasting relationships with my patients. I enjoy seeing the smiles on children’s faces and helping those with eye health needs. I strive to provide each patient with high-quality eye care and a lifetime of happy, healthy eyes.”