DMEI to become the preferred eye care provider of the Thunder Oklahoma City, Thursday, Dec. 19, 2019 – The Oklahoma City Thunder announced today a new partnership, welcoming the Dean McGee Eye Institute (DMEI), an Oklahoma City-based eye care provider, as part of the...
Vinay A. Shah, MD – Complication of Diabetes Can Lead to Blindness
Watch here. Note: Dr. Shah is no longer a physician with the Dean McGee Eye Institute. He departed the Institute in June 2024.
Michael A. Cawley – Oklahoma Governor Taps Longtime Foundation Head as OU Regent
THE ASSOCIATED PRESSDECEMBER 09, 2019 05:54 PM OKLAHOMA CITY Gov. Kevin Stitt has appointed the longtime head of the Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation as the newest member of the University of Oklahoma Board of Regents. Stitt announced Monday that he has chosen Michael...
Nancy Lambert, BCO – Oklahoma Artist Creates Hope For Those Who’ve Lost An Eye
An Oklahoma artist never let an eye injury blur her sights on helping others. Instead it guided her down a path she never would have taken otherwise, creating more than hope for those who have lost an eye. "They're like snowflakes, every eye is different," said Nancy...
Costume Contacts – Central Oklahoma Children’s Directory
Meet Your DMEI Doctor: Emily M. Zepeda, MD
Emily M. Zepeda, MD grew up always wanting to be a doctor. Her father served as a role model for her work, but her mother inspired her to work with children.
Meet Your DMEI Doctor: Andrew T. Melson, MD
Andrew T. Melson, MD is passionate about helping patients understand more about their complex eye conditions—particularly when it comes to neurologic problems that may affect visual function. His knack for teaching and helping others served him well during his residency and neuro-ophthalmology fellowship at the Dean McGee Eye Institute (DMEI).
Dean McGee Offers Binocular Borrow Program at the OKC ZOO
At the Dean McGee Eye Institute (DMEI), we are passionate about helping Oklahomans see well and visually experience the beauty of our world. That is why we are excited to offer the Binocular Borrow Program at the Oklahoma City Zoo for any visitor, free with general admission. This program allows guests to create closer connections to the Zoo’s animals by enhancing their views of them in the exhibits.What Guest are Saying About the ProgramThe Binocular Borrow Program gives Zoo guests the op…
DMEI | Central Oklahoma Children’s Directory
DMEI | Central Oklahoma Children's Directory See our summer promo on page 2 and our Readers' Choice honor on page 8.* Note - The McGee Eye Surgery Center (MESC) won their category as well. The MESC has been named a winner for two straight years! Click here ...
Your Child’s First Visit to the Eye Doctor: What to Expect
Children with poor vision can have a hard time learning while struggling to see to read and write.In honor of Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, we’re discussing the importance of vision screenings and starting regular eye exams for your child, so you can make informed choices about your child’s eye health.Vision ScreeningsVision screenings are different from comprehensive eye exams. They are limited in scope and are meant to assess for indications that a more detailed evaluation is needed….
Eye Spy Safari at the OKC Zoo | Central Oklahoma Children’s Directory
Eye Spy Safari at the OKC Zoo | Central Oklahoma Children's Directory Presented by Dean McGee Eye Institute, Eye Spy Safari cards are now available at the Zoo’s Guest Services and ZOOfriends’ offices! Kids 11 and under can take an interactive safari on Zoo...
Becky Moore | Business People
Becky Moore has joined Dean McGee Eye Institute as a physician’s assistant. Her main focus is supporting oculofacial plastic surgeons. Moore earned her undergraduate degree cum laude from the University of Mississippi and her master’s degree in physician assistant...







