Your Doctors' Calendars and Happenings

Find out what the Vision Solutions doctors have been up to — so you can be sure you are receiving the most up-to-date care.

Dr. Erica Burton attended the Optometric Leadership Summit in St. Louis this summer, getting an early look at both newly released eye treatments and those anticipated to receive FDA approval. She also trained on a new scleral contact lens design to treat keratoconus, dry eye, and corneal irregularities affecting vision.
 

Her volunteer leadership roles include serving as the elected treasurer of the Missouri Optometric Association and chair of its meeting committee and annual convention, which attracts more than 500 attendees; vice president of Practice Management Associates, a network of progressive eye care practices collaborating to improve patient care; and participation in two national optometry study groups.
 

Beyond her professional work, Dr. Burton serves on several community boards supporting ministry, athletics, and addiction recovery. She is also a proud member of the Chambers of Commerce for Barton County, Vernon County, and Webb City.

Dr. Cameron Byergo will be attending the Missouri Optometric Association's Annual Convention in Osage Beach, where he will dive into the latest continuing education in dry eye treatments, neuro-optometry, and retinal testing. This fall also includes a return to his alma mater, Southern College of Optometry, for a speaking engagement to the students of the Missouri State Club. Earlier this year, the Webb City office where he is the primary doctor, was voted Best of the Four States for eye care for the second year in a row!
 

Dr. Byergo's personal time this summer included a huge multi-generational family reunion in Woodstock, NY, reconnecting with 90+ family members. You'll also find him spending time with his dogs, watching movies, and enjoying good food.

Dr. Erin Mayfield attended the Heart of America Eye Care Congress earlier this year to participate in continuing education and preview the latest innovations in diagnostic technologies. She annually attends this Kansas City conference and focused this year on professional education regarding the latest developments in pediatric vision care and ocular disease diagnosis and management.
 

On a personal note, Dr. Mayfield's compassionate personality extended to the kitten she adopted this summer, after he showed up at her house.

Dr. Austin Boice is excited to be back in Lamar to provide excellent care for patients in his hometown area. Dr. Boice will be attending the Missouri Optometric Association Annual Convention in Osage Beach, where he will receive continuing education on dry eye treatments, collaborative medical eye care, and neuro-optometry. He will also be attending a seminar sponsored by the Missouri Eye Institute that will discuss the latest advancements in cataract surgery, lens implant technologies, and ocular surgical treatments.
 

Outside of the office, Dr. Boice looks forward to an upcoming weekend of hiking, trap shooting, and a day at Six Flags Over Texas as part of a high school friend’s bachelor party.