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50+ Years
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Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Eye Care
St Lucie Eye has been a cornerstone of eye care excellence since 1948, founded by Dr. Henry Branca in Ft. Pierce, FL. Our practice combines decades of experience with cutting-edge technology to provide comprehensive medical and surgical eye care tailored to individual patient needs. Our team of board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists specializes in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, retinal disease treatment, and corneal conditions, serving patients across three convenient locations on Florida's Treasure Coast.

We prioritize patient-centered care through personalized consultations, advanced diagnostics, and a commitment to community health education. With over 75 years of continuous service, we maintain our founding principle of treating patients with the same care and respect we would expect for our own families.
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams Cataract Surgery Glaucoma Management Retinal Disease Treatment Corneal Transplants Optical Shop Laser Eye Surgery Dry Eye Management Diabetic Retinopathy Care Emergency Eye Care
Details
  • Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
  • We offer 75+ years of continuous eye care expertise in the Treasure Coast community
  • Our board-certified physicians specialize in advanced cataract and retinal surgeries
  • We provide comprehensive care from routine exams to complex surgical treatments
  • Three convenient locations with state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical facilities
  • Our optical shop features premium eyewear with expert fitting services
Associations and certifications
  • American Board of Ophthalmology
Services
Cataract Surgery
Our advanced cataract surgery utilizes laser technology and premium intraocular lenses to restore clear vision. We offer personalized consultations to determine optimal lens selection for astigmatism, presbyopia, or multifocal correction. Patients benefit from our surgeons' extensive experience performing thousands of successful procedures annually.
Glaucoma Management
We provide comprehensive glaucoma treatment using the latest diagnostic tools and medical therapies. Our approach combines medicated eye drops, laser treatments, and surgical interventions to preserve optic nerve health. Regular monitoring ensures effective intraocular pressure control to prevent vision loss.
Retinal Disease Treatment
Specialized care for retinal conditions includes anti-VEGF injections and laser photocoagulation therapy. Our retina specialists use fluorescein angiography for precise diagnosis and treatment planning. We offer in-office procedures to stabilize or improve vision for macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
Corneal Transplants
We perform full and partial thickness corneal transplants using advanced surgical techniques. Procedures include penetrating keratoplasty, DSAEK, and DMEK for treating corneal dystrophies and injuries. Our surgeons achieve high success rates with modern sutureless approaches and donor tissue matching.
Optical Shop
Our full-service optical shop offers designer frames from Coach, Michael Kors, and Silhouette. Certified opticians provide precision lens fitting with anti-reflective and progressive options. We offer competitive pricing on quality eyewear with same-day adjustments and repairs.
People
Satyesh Rana
Ophthalmologist
Board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract surgery and ocular surface disease. Dr. Rana brings expertise in laser-assisted procedures and premium intraocular lens implantation to enhance patient outcomes.
Sapir Karli
Ophthalmologist
Comprehensive ophthalmologist with specialization in cataract surgery and glaucoma management. Dr. Karli focuses on personalized treatment plans combining medical and surgical approaches for optimal eye health.
Sailaja Bondalapati
Ophthalmologist
Board-certified specialist in medical retina and comprehensive ophthalmology. Dr. Bondalapati provides advanced care for retinal diseases and complex cataract cases with a patient-centered approach.
Clifford Salinger
Cornea Specialist
Fellowship-trained cornea and refractive surgeon with expertise in corneal transplants and surface disease management. Dr. Salinger performs advanced procedures including DMEK and refractive error correction.
Alan Siegel
Optometric Physician
Licensed optometric physician providing comprehensive eye exams and contact lens fittings. Dr. Siegel manages pre- and post-operative care for surgical patients while emphasizing preventive eye health.
Questions
What eye conditions do you treat?
We diagnose and treat all eye conditions including cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, corneal diseases, and retinal disorders using medical and surgical approaches.
Do you offer emergency eye care?
For urgent eye issues, we recommend visiting the nearest emergency room or calling 911. Our regular appointments focus on scheduled diagnostic and treatment services.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most medical insurance plans for eye disease treatment and surgery, plus vision plans for routine exams and glasses. Contact our office for specific plan verification.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Request appointments online through our website or call any of our three locations during business hours. We offer same-day urgent appointment availability when possible.
What technology do you use?
Our facilities feature femtosecond laser systems for cataract surgery, OCT imaging for retinal analysis, and advanced corneal topography systems for precise diagnostic and surgical planning.
Do you have an optical shop?
Each location includes a full-service optical shop with designer frames, progressive lenses, and contact lens fitting services. Certified opticians provide personalized eyewear consultations.
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Reviews (5)
Tommy G.
Apr 02, 2022 Report
Dr Rena is the one to see. Listens and explains problems and procedures. On time appointments in two locations which is a plus.
Jack Ryan
Feb 25, 2022 Report
I was extremely please with the service that I received from St Lucie Eye. I like the way I was treated by the staff. Everything was fantastic from the eye exam to ordering glasses.
Vinni Maiorino
Feb 16, 2022 Report
Dr. Rana and his entire staff are highly competent, patient, friendly and caring. I have dry eyes and it's tough to check my vision, they stuck with me multiple times until they were sure that it was tha best possible outcome. I also purchased a pair of transition, active wear glasses, Eileen in optical was helpful, knowledgeable and patient with me until I was satisfied. The discount for their patients made this purchase very competitively priced. I recommend this practice and optical department to everyone!
Andi H.
Nov 22, 2021 Report
Love Dr Rana very good and professional. Had cataract surgery did a great job. Also time saw Dr Karli as they fit me in for same day appointment. She is also very good. The fact that the surgery center is next door to the Port St Lucie office is was very convenient for me as I live close by
M. Mendez
Jul 22, 2021 Report
First time coming here, the doctor was great but the front office service was terrible. While filling all the paperwork, I noticed that one of the forms said that they matched 1800 contacts prices so when it was my turn to purchase glasses I told the person in charge of selling you glasses/contacts about they matching prices, to start she didn't even know about this, so she had to run out back and ask if what I was saying was true. 5 minutes later she returned and confirmed that what I was saying was correct and that they would match 1800 contacts prices, so I tried to purchase 180 days worth of contacts with my insurance allowance and pay the difference out of my pocket since my allowance did not cover 180 days worth of contacts, that's when she told me that for them to match 1800 contacts price I would have to pay the whole thing out of pocket and that I couldn't use my allowance. I'm very disappointed with this place. I will not be returning and wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. The office looks old and outdated as well.