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Dr. John J. Giardina, O.D.
Optometric Physician
Optometric Physician
Dr. John Giardina, earned his B.S. in Biology from Syracuse University and went on to receive his Doctor of Optometry degree form the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. In addition to comprehensive eye care, Dr. Giardina specializes in contact lens examinations, medical & diabetic eye care. His practices also offers advanced Digital Retinal Imaging. Dr. Giardina spent a number of years as a consultant and lecturer in the discipline of Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation, offering specialized vision services for adults and children with a history of Traumatic Brain Injury and other neurological, developmental and learning disabilities.
Outside of his profession, Dr. Giardina enjoys spending time with his family. He has spent much time watching his daughter Camille play basketball. She was a 4 year NCAA First Team All American, and now has her college jersey displayed in the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, since being inducted there in 2019. Camille moved on to play basketball professionally in Italy. As a high school football coach, Dr. Giardina spent years passing his knowledge and passion of the game on to his players. He has been very fortunate to have been involved in his sons, John and Gene’s journey from youth football on through playing through their college years. He also enjoys fishing, skiing and fine carpentry.
Rosa Giardina
Eyewear Specialist
Se Habla Espanol
Eyewear Specialist
Se Habla Espanol
Rosa has been in the optical profession since 1986. Before moving to Sarasota in 1992, she owned several boutique optical shops in New York City and New Jersey. Since arriving in Florida in the early 1990’s, she has served many years as the optical manger for the large ophthalmology / eye surgical group, The Eye Associates. Rosa also worked for many years as the General Manager and retail supervisor for multiple retail optical companies, such as Visionworks and LensCrafters. She has instructed various classes for training opticians and has served as a mentor for many developing individuals in the optical field.
As a young person, Rosa earned a degree from The Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. She still carries with her, an uncanny degree of skill in the area of fashion and design. Her expertise in this area is immediately evident regarding the overall design, decorating, frame and sunglass selection of the eyewear gallery at Eyz Optical.
As a young person, Rosa earned a degree from The Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. She still carries with her, an uncanny degree of skill in the area of fashion and design. Her expertise in this area is immediately evident regarding the overall design, decorating, frame and sunglass selection of the eyewear gallery at Eyz Optical.
Patients become quickly aware of Rosa’s exceptional skill as an Eyewear Specialist, as she helps them through what can be a daunting process of eyeglass frame selection and almost more importantly, with the fitting of their new glasses. It is very common to hear our patients state: “For the first time, I really feel confident in my decision in selecting my glasses and lenses.” As well as: “The glasses feel great and I see great!”
Outside of her professional life, Rosa is passionate about cooking, gardening, dancing, and her pets! She also spends much time enjoying the work of her son, Frankie LaPace, who is a performer, and screenwriter, currently writing for two animated Disney shows.
Outside of her professional life, Rosa is passionate about cooking, gardening, dancing, and her pets! She also spends much time enjoying the work of her son, Frankie LaPace, who is a performer, and screenwriter, currently writing for two animated Disney shows.
