Emergency Eye Care
We have a 24 hour emergency hotline to deal with after-hours ocular trauma. Our team is ready to look after your needs at our Natchitoches or Many eye care clinic.
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Family Eye Care
Our professional optometrists provide personalized service to each and every patient in our Natchitoches, Many, Coushatta & Winnfield practices. We’ll meet with you to determine which tests to perform based on your visual requirements and health condition. Our eye care experts at Family Eye Care offer top-notch care and guidance to ensure that our patients enjoy the highest quality of life possible.
Feel confident knowing your eyes are properly cared for by our Natchitoches optometrists, with yearly comprehensive routine eye exams, professional care & advice, and top-of-the-line equipment.
Our eye care professionals genuinely care about your health and are dedicated to providing exceptional personal service to everyone who walks through our door. Visit us for exceptional eye care.
We provide quality eye care - from babies to seniors. Whether you're in need of an eye exam, corrective lenses, diagnosis or long-term treatment, our Natchitoches eye doctors can help.

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You only have one pair of eyes. Don't underestimate the importance of getting a routine eye exam, whether you need an updated prescription or not. Early detection and management of ocular diseases can prevent complications and serious vision loss down the line. Let the optometric staff at Family Eye Care protect you and your family's eye health. Book an appointment with our eye doctors in Natchitoches, Many, Coushatta & Winnfield today.
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You can do so online or call us today! Our eye exams will vary from patient to patient, depending on the health of the individual and their visual needs.
Make An AppointmentSecond Step:
Dr. Keator, Dr. Wardell, Dr. Mitchell, Dr. Ezelle, and Dr. Eveland will determine your prescription for glasses and/or contact lenses and will evaluate your eyes for any eye diseases.
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Feel confident and assured that your eyes are well taken care of. If you're in need of glasses or contact lenses, our dedicated staff will help you find your perfect fit.
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We have a 24 hour emergency hotline to deal with after-hours ocular trauma. Our team is ready to look after your needs at our Natchitoches or Many eye care clinic.
We provide both routine eye care and a huge range of optical choices, we accept Medicare and a number of private health insurance plans to help cover the costs.
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Professional and friendly staff. Very clean environment.
I want to give a big thank you to Dr Wardell for coming in today after he had worked in mansfield and could of went home to take care of a really bad case of pink eye I had been fighting for a week... only a caring Dr would do this 🙂 I'll definitely be using him from now on. 🙂 again thank you I'm feeling better already 🙂
I was @ Natchitoches Family Eye-Care center on yesterday day. I had a great experience as always with my eye doctor of more than 20 years. I first visit with Dr. Orator was when he was at the Vision Exchange on Keyser avenue which was located next to the Burger King on the corner of Williams avenue and then Keyser before the four lanes. I have always love the sweet demeanor of the staff and their efforts to make my visit as comfortable as possible. I will continue to use this office.
Dr. Wardell or Uncle Pete is what my son calls him has went above and beyond making sure my son is seen as soon as possible no matter the day or time and I am very thankful and grateful for him taking care of my sons eyes. My son devontai Johnson has a condition called recurrent cornea erosion and is a bit scary at first but Dr. Wardell has educated us about the condition and what to do to make it as comfortable as possible when devontai's eyes condition flare up. Thanks Dr. Wardell you are truly a blessing and major asset to our community.
Although, I have had exceptional vision, my husband and kids were not so lucky. Dr. Wardell started as a friend and soon his professionalism drew us to his office. Since 2007 or so, he soon became not only friends and now family, he became our trusted eye doctor. He goes above and beyond to make sure his patients are well taken care of.. I'm sure with age, my eyesight will begin to fail, and he too, will become my doctor as well! I must mention, the staff is also, exceptional!
I would trust Dr Wardell with my vision anytime. He shows real interest and concern! And if it is a problem that he can't take care of he sends you to another doctor that specializes in that field. His staff is great! Always welcomes me and takes care of me immediately.
I loved the way they acted concerned about the importance of my eyes and the staff were joking and we're very friendly toward me,they even asked how was my day ,now that was awesome!!!
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Mon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
946 Keyser Avenue
Natchitoches, LA 71457
910 Fisher Rd.
Many, LA 71449
207 E. North Street
Winnfield, LA 71483
Family Eye Care
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
946 Keyser Avenue
Natchitoches, LA 71457
910 Fisher Rd.
Many, LA 71449
207 E. North Street
Winnfield, LA 71483