Our Team
Dr. Sophia W. Barnes
Optometrist
Dr. Sophia W. Barnes, owner and lead optometrist at Vision Corner, brings a unique global perspective to Houston’s eye care community. Born on a military base in Fort Sill, Oklahoma, and raised traveling worldwide with her military family, Dr. Barnes developed a deep appreciation for diverse cultures and individual needs. She earned both her undergraduate degree and Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Houston with honors, establishing strong local roots while maintaining her worldly outlook.
As a licensed Therapeutic Optometrist and Optometric Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Barnes specializes in migraine vision therapy, Neurolens treatments, digital eye strain, computer vision syndrome, and myopia management. Her compassionate approach to eye care, combined with expertise in diabetic eye exams and specialty contact lenses, makes her a trusted partner in your vision health journey.
Dr. Mark Savastana
Optometrist
Bio Coming Soon!
Karla
Office Manager
I am best known for my passion for fashion! I love frame-styling customers that put their full trust in me to help them look fabulous! I truly believe that to feel your best, you need to look your best, and that takes the right frame!
My favorite frame line is, too many! I love anything and everything that’s independently owned and handcrafted, with a sense of uniqueness and pop of color!
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My hobbies include working out regularly and spending quality time with my family <3
My favorite thing about Uptown Houston is the diversity! I absolutely love meeting new people everyday from different backgrounds, and don’t even get me started on the food variety…. yum!!!
A fun fact about me, I’m the only one in my family thus far who’s done a shark cage diving and parasailing in Ohau, Hawaii. 🙂
Alondra
Lab Manager/Optician
I am best known for my bubbly personality
My favorite frame line is Cutler and Gross, because of their bold and fun styles. I truly feel like glasses are a part of your accessories that allow you to express yourself.
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My hobbies include reading and trying new foods.
My favorite thing about Uptown Houston is that there’s always something to do. Whether it’s an art show, yoga on a rooftop, or trying a new restaurant.
A fun fact about me, is I love tacos. No seriously! If I could only eat one thing for the rest of my life it’d be tacos <3 !
Lilly
Receptionist/Optician
I am best known for having no fear, and taking the big risks
My favorite frame line is Gucci! As someone who has worn glasses since I was 3, I’ve learned to love Gucci the most! For their fun and funky styles to their simplistic and classy styles, there’s something for everyone!
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My hobbies include going on adventures in nature, hiking, trail walking, etc.
My favorite thing about Uptown Houston is wide variety of food options!
A fun fact about me is I’ve lived in 6 states and 24 cities across them all.
Fizzah
Technician
I am best known for being shy, but having a sweet personality.
My favorite frame line is Ferragamo and Gucci because they have a bunch of variety and are very high quality frames.
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My hobbies include eating out and spending time with loved ones.
My favorite thing about Uptown Houston is how pretty the area is and that there are so many different things to do here.
A fun fact about me is I love animals and have a pet named Taffy.
Ana
Optician/Technician
I am best known for being detail oriented
My favorite frame line is Roberto Cavalli because of their style and uniqueness
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My hobbies include baking and cooking new recipes from other countries
My favorite thing about Uptown Houston is their shops, specifically their small business boutiques. I love to support a small business!
A fun fact about me is that I like to go out and discover new places. On weekends I wake up and pack a couple of things and go to a different city or town.
Leticia
Insurance Specialist
I am best known for my patience and my love of helping and teaching others.
My favorite frame line is Tom Ford because of their bold, vibrant styles that make glasses a true accessory for self-expression.
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My hobbies include reading and shopping.
My favorite thing about Uptown Houston is the diversity—the food, the people, and the neighborhood’s atmosphere.
A fun fact about me: I currently live in Mexico and will soon begin teaching English.
