Our Doctors

Undergraduate Education: Michigan State University. Optometry School: Michigan College of Optometry. Professional Achievements/Associations: West Michigan Optometric Association, AOA, MOA. Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Optometrist, Contacts. What drives your passion for optometry? I enjoy helping people maximize their vision for different activities. As well as monitoring their ocular health. How are you helping patients live their best lives? By providing visual options that help maximize their vision. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? I hope to offer options and solutions that will improve the patient's vision demands so that they can function at their best. How are you impacting your local community? Providing a service that improves people’s lives by offering the best vision care I can. Hobbies/Interests: Boating, gardening, fishing.

Matthew D. Helsing, O.D. is a full scope optometric physician trained in all areas of glaucoma, pediatric, geriatric, low vision, therapeutic eye care and he specializes in contact lens care. Dr. Helsing is a native of Tampa. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration at the University of Florida. He then completed his Biomedical Science requirements at the University of South Florida. He went to Nova Southeastern University to complete his O.D. in Optometry. Dr. Helsing completed his internship at Bay Pines V.A. and Aker-Kasten Eye Center in Boca Raton, Florida. Dr. Helsing's professional memberships include the American Optometric Society, Florida Optometric Association, Hillsborough Society of Optometry and National Optometric Practice Management Association. Dr. Helsing lives in Tampa with his wife, Jennifer. During his free time, he enjoys golfing, fishing and camping.

Undergraduate Education: University of Guelph, Bachelor of Science. Optometry School: Illinois College of Optometry, class of 2016. Professional Achievements and Associations: Member of Illinois Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Primary Eye Care, Diabetic Exams. The reason I became an optometrist is: I wanted to become an optometrist from an early age because my optometrist sparked my interest in optometry. I also find the eye to be a fascinating part of our human body that I wanted to know more about. My favorite part of helping my patients is: It’s amazing knowing that we can impact a patient’s life not just by prescribing glasses and/or contact lenses that allows them to see, but also be able to diagnose ocular conditions and detect early signs of certain systemic conditions. I also enjoy making a personal connection with my patients as well. In my spare time, I enjoy: Going for walks and the movies with my husband, spending time with my family and friends, working out, reading, and traveling.

Undergraduate Education: Colby College; Bachelor of Arts in Biology. Optometry School: The New England College of Optometry, 2006. Professional Achievements and Associations: VOA, AOA. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Specialty Contact Lenses. The reason I became an optometrist is: To preserve our window to the world. My favorite part of helping my patients is: Immediately improving their quality of life. In my spare time, I enjoy: Hiking the AT; Fishing; Being a Dad.

Undergraduate Education: Darton College; Georgia Southwestern University; Bachelor of Science. Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry; Doctorate 1982. Professional Achievements and Associations: American Optometric Association; Georgia Optometric Association. The reason I became an optometrist is: I knew that I wanted to help. My favorite part of helping my patients is: It's so incredible to help someone really see the world around them or to help save someone's sight. After all my years in practice it's still gives me a "rush.” In my spare time, I enjoy: Spending time with family, fishing the "flats". and trying to stay fit at the gym.

From a young age, Dr. Hendrickson found his passion for eye care stemming from his family's experiences with eye conditions. This personal connection fueled his commitment to providing thorough and compassionate care, a philosophy he embraced while learning from mentors who prioritized patient well-being during eye exams. After earning his degree in optometry in 2009, Dr. Hendrickson chose to diversify his experiences by working in multiple modes of practice. He learned to be very efficient yet thorough in a fast-paced corporate optometry position. He honed his pre- and post-surgical eye care management while working under a LASIK and cataract surgeon. After a few years of honing his craft, Dr. Hendrickson’s commitment to detailed and comprehensive eye exams led him to open his own business in September 2013, focusing on personalized care and specialized treatments beyond most clinics' standard offerings. After over 10 successful years running the business and becoming bogged down by business operations, Dr. Hendrickson has decided to re-focus on patient care and reduce some of the stresses of business ownership by partnering with MyEyeDr. Dr. Hendrickson’s expertise includes LASIK co-management, where precision is key, and specialty contact lens fittings—a niche service for those with unique corneal conditions. His time at Illinois College of Optometry and various externships equipped him with a broad skillset to manage eye injuries and diseases. Patients often express their appreciation of the depth and quality of the eye exams performed by Dr Hendrickson, noting the stark difference from their past experiences. Dr. Hendrickson takes pride in using his expertise not just to treat eyes but to care for his patients as he would for his own family. His services extend from prescribing everyday eyewear and contacts to treating advanced eye diseases and preventing myopia in children. Dr. Hendrickson is dedicated to educating the public about what a comprehensive eye exam should involve, distinguishing it from the basic refraction tests often mistaken for a full exam. He's committed to correcting misconceptions, like the misnomer of an “online eye exam,” and promoting the importance of regular, comprehensive eye checks. One patient at a time, Dr. Hendrickson is passionate about elevating the standard of eye care and ensuring that each exam is as thorough and beneficial to the patient’s quality of life as possible.

Undergraduate Education: Villanova University; Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry; What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients.

Undergraduate Education: Texas Tech University. Optometry School: Indiana University School of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? By providing optimal eye care to allow my community to do the things they love. Hobbies/Interests: CrossFit, watching sports, hiking.

Undergraduate Education: Florida State University; Optometry School: University of Houston; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: General Optometry with emphasis on contact lens; What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients.

Undergraduate Education: Rice University, Houston Texas- Biochemistry. Optometry School: Ohio State University College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? I am impacting my local community by providing comprehensive eye exams for children and adults, diabetic eye exams, contact lens fittings, and ocular disease management. I have been at this location for 23 years, so I am truly a part of this community. Hobbies: My hobbies and interests include backpacking, travelling, and spending time with my wife and 2 dogs.

Undergraduate Education: IUPUI; Optometry School: Illinois College of Optometry; Professional Achievements/Associations: Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, Primary care residency at the Columbia VA Healthcare System in Columbia, SC; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Contact Lenses, Ocular Disease, Binocular Vision and Traumatic Brain Injuries; What drives your passion for optometry? I am driven to help people and further advance the field of optometry. How are you helping patients live their best lives? I seek to improve my patient's everyday living and keeping them informed on their health. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients. How are you impacting your local community? I am developing my clinic to be the most up to date with overall care and equipment. Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, exercise, and spending time with family and friends

Undergraduate Education: Ferris State University. Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? I help my patients live their best lives by listening to what they need, educating them about their vision and eye health, and offering them the best solutions to address their concerns. Hobbies/Interests: Most of my free time is spent with my family, but when I get a little time alone, I enjoy reading mystery novels.

Dr. Hilversum’s interest in eyes started when she was a child listening to stories on how her great grandmother lost her sight due to glaucoma. As the years went by and more family members developed this condition her fascination grew. After receiving her bachelor’s degree in chemistry and an AA degree in Opticianry, she worked as an optician for a few years before going back to school. In 1995, she received her doctorate degree in optometry from Nova Southern University. Afterwards, she did a residency in primary care optometry at the VA in Brockton and Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Hilversum had her own practice in Panama City, FL, and also in Suriname, South America. She likes to help people see better and enjoys her work. She speaks several languages including English, Dutch, Spanish and Sranan Tongo (a dialect spoken in Suriname). In her spare time, she likes spending time with her husband and to do word puzzles, Sudoku and exercise.

Undergraduate Education: Ohio State University. Optometry School: Southern college of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? Providing comprehensive eye care for everyone. Including eye disease management and post operative surgical care. Board Certified by the American Board of Optometric Examiners. Hobbies: Spending time with my family and working on older automobiles.