
Richard Bell
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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- 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
- Nov. 26 Closed
- Nov. 27 Closed
- Dec. 25 Closed
- Phone: (210) 490-9205
- Directions
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Patient Reviews
4.8
584 Reviews
Joy H.- Sep 25, 2026
Dr. Elder is excellent-very skilled, calm, attentive demeanor, explained what he found, was very wil... Show Moreling to answer all my questions, advised me of what the changes in my eyesight meant and what to expect in the future.
Veronica L.- Sep 24, 2026
I love my opthalmologist, Dr. Elder. He is top notch in his profession. I met him for a potential La... Show Moresik surgery. He was so honest about the torque of my astigmatism. The FDA still has not approved Lasik since the early 90's.
I refuse to go anywhere else but, EyeTx Vision for my family's eye care.
The staff at the 2 locations I've been to, are knowledgeable, kind and caring.
All around 5 Stars!!!
