Creve Coeur, MO 63141
- Phone: 314-878-8770
- Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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Eye Exams - Contact Lenses - Vision Care at Midwest Eye Associates - Creve Coeur
The name crève cœur (French pronunciation: [krɛv kœʁ], heartbreak) is said to derive from Creve Coeur Lake. According to the city’s website the tale goes that the lake “formed itself into a broken heart” after an Indian princess’s unrequited love for a French fur trapper led her to jump “from a ledge overlooking” the lake.
Written accounts and archaeological finds show that Native Americans inhabited the Creve Coeur area from 9500 B.C. to 1800 A.D. French explorers began farming and fishing in the area in the early 18th century, and fur trappers settled there in the early 19th century. When the area was acquired by the United States through the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, the Lewis and Clark Expedition came through Creve Coeur. During the American Civil War, men from the area served on both sides of the conflict, but most residents were southern sympathizers.
Creve Coeur was incorporated in 1949. Although there are cabins that are more than 200 years old (including two still in Conway Park) in the community, it grew primarily as a stopping point along Olive Boulevard (now Route 340) between University City and Creve Coeur Lake. It expanded faster following construction of Interstate 270 and U.S. Route 40.
The lake and its associated park of the same name, which was the first county park in St. Louis County, is now part of Maryland Heights to the north of Creve Coeur.
Need An Eye Exam, Glasses, Sunglasses or Contact Lenses?
Midwest Eye Associates in Creve Coeur offers an authentic shopping experience in our community and surrounding areas.
We have a large showroom of glasses and sunglasses for you to try on and select which set of frames works best for you!
With frames from many famous designers, an extensive array of materials is available, and all of our eyewear is durable and made to last. In addition to rimless frames, you can choose colorful plastics, stainless steel, titanium, and other premium metals.
To protect your eyes from harmful UV rays (and to look fantastic!), don’t forget to take a look at our display of stylish sunglasses.
Call us to make an appointment with our optometrists to talk about your eyeglasses, contact lenses or specialty lens needs. Drop in anytime to browse through our large selection of designer eyeglass frames and sunglasses!
Our team of eye doctors and eye care staff are here to care for all of your vision needs in Creve Coeur. We handle everything from adult eye exams and hard-to-fit contact lenses, to eye emergencies, treatment of eye diseases and co-management of eye surgery such as LASIK.
As well as diseases and conditions that affect your vision – many of which do not have obvious symptoms. Eye doctors know how age and risk factors affect vision over time for young and old, and they understand the benefits and features of corrective lenses including eyeglasses and contact lenses.
The cost of routine eye exams and prescription eyewear can be of real concern, especially for large families. In many cases, vision insurance can lower these annual expenses.
Comprehensive eye exams for adults and children, co-management of laser vision correction surgery, caring for eye emergencies and so much more. The optometrists in our eye care practice provide comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages including treatment for a range of conditions including glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, dry eye, cataracts and macular degeneration.
Making a decision about your eyewear goes beyond good vision and makes a statement about who you are. Your decision affects how you see and also how you want to be seen by others. But with so many different styles to choose from, getting the right look for your face and your lifestyle can be overwhelming.
There are times when you may prefer contact lenses over eyeglasses for correcting your vision. Not only can eyeglasses get in the way when playing sports, but we also understand that sometimes you want to present your face as it is – with no accessories.
NOTE: Evening appointments are available upon request.