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Richard Bell, O.D.

Therapeutic Optometrist

Languages: English, Spanish
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments
  • Professional Certification

Meet Dr. Richard Bell (San Antonio, TX)

Dr. Bell was born in Wichita, Kansas. He graduated from Monterey High School in Lubbock and Texas Tech University, receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. Upon graduation, Dr. Bell moved to Houston and worked as a NASA Engineer at the Johnson Space Center. He was a member of the engineering team responsible for operating the Space Shuttle Simulators for Astronaut crew training. Dr. Bell is a member of the Bexar County Optometric Association, the Texas Optometric Association, and the American Optometric Association.

Dr. Bell enjoys spending time with his family and boating at Lake LBJ in his spare time.


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Find EyeTX - San Pedro in San Antonio, TX

Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

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Meet our EyeTX - San Pedro Eye Doctors

Patient Reviews
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- Mar. 10, 2026
I’ve been a patient of Dr. Bell at Eye TX Vision Center for over 10 years. As someone who works in... healthcare, I especially appreciate how carefully he explained when my cataracts were beginning to affect my driving vision and helped arrange surgery with an ophthalmology group he trusted. After surgery I developed persistent double vision while driving. During a follow-up visit, Dr. Elder evaluated my eyes and tried prism correction, and almost immediately my eyes were able to work together again. After nearly 90 days of double vision it felt like a miracle. I’m very grateful to Dr. Bell, Dr. Elder, and their team for the excellent care. I would highly recommend them to anyone dealing with cataracts or double vision. Michael Tyler
- Mar. 05, 2026
Great customer service, and communication

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