Dr. Vargas is originally from McAllen, TX and is thrilled to be back close to home providing eye care in the Rio Grande Valley! She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. During her undergraduate studies, Dr. Vargas worked as an optometric technician at Edinburg Vision Center, where she developed her passion for eye care. Next, she attended the University of the Incarnate Word Rosenberg School of Optometry where she graduated as a Doctor of Optometry. She was honored with the Rosenberg School of Optometry Service Award and Cooper Vision Best Practice’s Scholarship Award. After optometry school, Dr. Vargas did her residency in ocular disease at the Texas Valley Coastal Bend VA where she specialized in treating diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, macular degeneration and other various retinal diseases. Her passions in the field of Optometry include myopia control, ocular disease, dry eye management, and specialty contact lenses. She is eager to provide exceptional care to the whole family. When not in the office, Dr. Vargas enjoys running 5Ks on the weekends, playing the piano, reading, and spending time with her fiancé Jacob and little pup Coco.