Jeffrey F (Engineer)

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You have saved my vision and my golf game. About five years ago, I went to my primary care physician and mentioned some difficulty with my vision. He said it could be the beginning of glaucoma and I ignored it. An avid golfer with a single digit handicap at the time, I noticed some changes in my ability to clearly see the golf ball at address. As most serious golfers know, consistency is key to playing golf at a high level. In reviewing practice videos of my golf swing I noticed a significant change from a few years ago. Unknowingly, I began to make physical adjustments in my stance to compensate for field vision changes. Coaching football one of the other coaches commented on my red eyes. My work requires reading, research and I assumed it was eyestrain, however realized it had become difficult to see someone standing to the left or right of me. Using over the counter eye drops helped the redness but not the vision issues. My fiancée convinced me to see Dr. Butzon. On my first visit, Dr. Butzon diagnosed me with glaucoma. Glaucoma? All these years! After two weeks, using drops twice a day, the improvement in my vision is like night and day. Let’s hope now my golf game gets back on par! Thank you Dr. Butzon. Jeffrey F.

Roberto M (CFI)

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Dr. Butzon has saved my life. People read that often but don’t realize that my life is measured in being able to do the things I’m passionate about. First, the old adage, “the best way to master a subject is to teach it,” is most definitely true. As an active Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) and Pilot, I loved to fly. On my days off, I was at the hanger. Transporting planes from one airport to another is a quick trip and something I had done many times. That life-altering day in 1985 changed my life. Upon take-off the plane malfunctioned and I was able to land the plane and save myself but not with out damage. The fire caused corneal scarring and grounded me for life. Having seen several doctors and each had no real solution for me other than to accept the fact that I would never fly again. My wife had found a new doctor for me, said he was in our insurance plan, and convinced me to see one more doctor. Little did I know then he would save my life. He said I work closely with several associates in the field and I believe we have a plan! He recommended a specialist who immediately said we could do a corneal transplant. Today, as you see I this picture, my follow up is a confirmation. I am a happy man and my life is mine again! I can start flying and continue as a CFI. I am grateful to my wife for convincing me to see Dr. Butzon and for his motto. “Our vision is to help your vision”, without him I would not have my life passion back!

Laura V (not listed)

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Thank You! My glasses are working out great! I've received several compliments on how stylish the frame is. Thanks Again

Anna k (Retired)

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? I love the doctor!!! He is very thorough and very pleasant!! The staff is nice. My father had a piece or metal fall in his eye 2 yrs ago. At that time his optometrist viewed his eye and gave him some drops assuring him that the metal was gone. Several days later he was still having irritation. We came to DuPage optical seeking a second opinion and they fixed him right up and found the piece of metal :) love this place

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DuPage Optical will facilitate the delivery of the highest quality of patient care and you are a wonderful daughter for protecting his most precious sense “his eyes".

K.Z. (Mom)

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Where Can a 3 Year Old Have a Screening Eye Exam??? At my 3 yr old's checkup, her doc said she needs an eye as part of routine things done to a 3 yr old. We went to Dupage Optical in Addison. The Dr. there is awesome and does only what is needed. He has lots of really great equipment and was super kid friendly. My son actually had fun! I would say worth the drive.

Cindy C (Retired)

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In January of last year 2010, I came in to see Dr. Butzon for my regular checkup. Dr.Butzon was going thru his regular routine work-up on me. His regular eye exam happens to include a picture, exam of the BACK of my eye. When he performed this he noticed bleeding in the back of my eyeball. He told me this could be a sign of high blood pressure, and I should see my Family Doctor ASAP. I went to see my General Physcian, and sure enough my blood pressure was sky high. My Doctor put me on medication, and it is under control. On my last visit, Dr Butzon re-checked this, and the blood in the back of my eye had re-absorbed. So, actually in hindsight he saved me from a possible stroke. The check of the eye so closely, caught something, that a quicky exam from some mall would never would have. So there is a difference in who exams your eyes.

Corey C. (n/a)

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This letter is in response to the assistance I recieved from DuPage Optical. First and foremost I would like to express my thanks to the staff who were nothing but kind to me. I have needed glasses for some time now but could never afford to get them. Wish assistance from a charitable organization and Dupage Optical I was finally able to reach that goal and now I can see again! Again I would like to express my deepest thanks to everyone who helped to make it possible for me to achieve my goal.

Derek C. (student)

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I frequently would receive headaches at school and work. I would have to take Advil constantly to combat my pain. I figured it was my eyes causing the pain since my glasses are held together by tape. I called around to see if anyone could take a person without insurance for free. Despite being hopeful, doctors continually turned me down. I was hoping for some pro bono work. I skewered the internet and found Vision USA. I contacted them immediately and qualified for their program. I had to wait 2 months, but I was happy to get help. I have learned that only people with money and/or insurance get speedy care while I have to wait for a charity. I received a letter from Vision USA that included a free eye exam at Dupage Optical with Dr. Butzon. I was extremely happy to see that someone would assist a person who did not have anything and needed services. I went in expecting to be treated differently (because most professionals treat me differently because I do not have insurance). I was treated differently, but in a good way. I was greeted and helped without reservation and prejudice. I felt like I actually was getting care. I was expecting to look for eye frames on the Craiglist, because I knew I couldn't afford glasses in the practice, but I was assisted in getting glasses as well as my exam. Through the years I have found that the world can be cruel when you don't have insurance and/or money. You learn to be resilient and humble as others get treated with royalty. I hopes that others would help someone in need, I found the majority do not. But through this charity and Dupage Optical I received the care that I needed that enables me to function throughout the day without pain.

Joshua B. (n/a)

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Thank you so much for the assistance for my glasses. It means alot to me. I have a wife and 4 kids and with your help, I was able to give them a better opportunity. Thank you so very much, its appreciated

John M. (Cross reference Specialist)

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I have been a patient for many years. My eyes were damaged when I was 7 by Measles and I have bad astigmatism. When We moved from Bensenville to Wheeling 5 years ago I stayed with Dr. Butzon because of the great care I have always received. This August at my visit I was told I needed Cataract Surgery. Dr. Butzon was able to recommend a specific Surgeon who could best handle my eye problems. Surgery was great and Dr Butzon has handled the followup. This will be my eye doctor forever!