I had laser eye surgery in 2009. I come every year since for follow-ups. Staff always friendly, office clean. They answer questions. I absolutely love Dr. Teser! My eyes are healthy.
— Bethany
Nicole Teser, O.D.
Optometrist
Nicole Teser, O.D., is an optometrist who provides comprehensive eye care, from contact lens fittings to the management of ocular disease. She earned her Doctor of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry and completed a residency in the treatment and management of ocular disease in Havre de Grace, Maryland. Dr. Teser has served as a clinical investigator in studies for dry eye and corneal disease and sees patients at The Eye Center's Fairfax, Virginia office.
Residency
Pennsylvania College of Optometry (Ocular Disease, Havre de Grace, MD)
Internship
East Coast rotations — Philadelphia, PA; Fort Lauderdale, FL; and northern Maryland
Optometry School
Pennsylvania College of Optometry
Undergraduate
Salisbury University
Professional Excellence
Dr. Teser began her training at Salisbury University, where she graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in chemistry. She then completed her postgraduate education at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Philadelphia, earning an additional Bachelor of Science degree along with her Doctor of Optometry. Her clinical preparation included internships along the East Coast in Philadelphia, Fort Lauderdale, and northern Maryland followed by a residency in the treatment and management of ocular disease in Havre de Grace, Maryland, affiliated with the Pennsylvania College of Optometry.
Honors & Awards
American Optometric Association
Active Member
Clinical Investigator
Studies in dry eye and corneal disease
Clinical Focus and Involvement
Dr. Teser provides comprehensive eye care, with clinical attention to contact lens fittings and the management of ocular disease, including corneal disease and dry eye. She participates in pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing refractive surgery and provides follow-up care for those who have had cataract surgery. She has served as a clinical investigator in studies for dry eye and corneal disease, is an active member of the American Optometric Association, and is licensed to practice optometry in both Virginia and Maryland. Throughout her care, she works to tailor treatment to each patient and help them understand their eye health, not just their prescription.
Nicole Teser, O.D. is an optometrist who provides comprehensive eye care, contact lens fittings including specialty lenses, ocular disease and dry eye management, and refractive and cataract surgery co-management.