When Dr. Jonathan Cargo founded Cargo Eye Care of Las Colinas in 2002, he dreamed of one day becoming a leading optometric provider in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Well, it didn’t take long for that dream to become a reality.
The comprehensive vision care practice grew quickly alongside the up-and-coming Las Colinas/Irving area, moving to a larger, state-of-the-art facility in 2008. Dr. Reena Patel joined the practice in 2017 and, today, Cargo Eye Care of Las Colinas is an established regional leader in the field of optometry serving generations of families in North Texas.
Because of his leadership and passion for patient care, Dr. Cargo has had some exciting opportunities recently and we asked him to share a little about what’s going on in the field of optometry and how his involvement in the industry is benefitting our patients.
Vision Source Leader
“In January of 2024, I was honored to be asked to become a Vision Source administrator, leading the DFW market of 80 top-performing practices. This role allows me to network with 180 other administrators across the country, representing the best in eye care. Through this network, I have exclusive access to industry innovations and services that are still in the pipeline. I’m honored to host our statewide meeting for all Texas Vision Source optometrists this year.”
Bausch & Lomb Speaker
“As a Bausch & Lomb speaker, I’ve had the opportunity to educate optometrists nationwide on their innovative contact lens technologies. Because of this partnership, we receive first access to new products like the INFUSE multifocal contact lens and, most recently, the INFUSE contact lens for astigmatism, which launched in July 2024. I’m proud to share that we’re the number one account in the nation for products sold since its launch!”
Leader in Team Training
“In terms of staff training, very few eye care providers can match the experience and expertise of our team. Most of our staff are Certified ParaOptometric trained, and some have even earned ABO certification. We prioritize continuous professional development, partnering with industry leaders to take our team to events like the Essilor Experts program each year. This ensures that we remain at the forefront of the latest products and technologies, ultimately benefiting our patients.”
Vision Partner
Dr. Cargo has a long-standing relationship with Essilor – the world leader in prescription glasses and the number one lens brand recommended by eye care professionals worldwide. Since Cargo Eye Care is a premier Essilor retailer, they are able to offer a unique range of benefits for those patients who purchase their eyewear from the Cargo optical boutique.
- Essilor Half-Off Second Pair: We’re able to offer patients a 50% discount on a second complete pair of glasses. Additionally, if they choose Transitions Gen S lenses, the lenses for the second pair are completely free. These are fantastic deals, and the value depends on the frame and lens combinations, allowing us to offer significant savings to our patients.
- Unlimited Remakes with Essilor: Through a new agreement with Essilor, we now offer unlimited remakes at no cost. While the industry standard is typically one remake, we can go above and beyond by making adjustments as many times as necessary to ensure our patient’s satisfaction. This is especially helpful when problem-solving for more complex prescriptions.
- Two-Year Scratch Warranty: All our prescription lenses come with a two-year scratch warranty. This means that if a patient’s lenses get scratched, we can replace them at no additional cost—even on premium lenses, such as $800 progressive lenses.
Because of Dr. Cargo’s partnership with Alcon and Bausch & Lomb, our patients can enjoy many benefits, including:
- Flexible Contact Lens Exchanges: With Bausch & Lomb and Alcon contact lenses, we can exchange anything a patient isn’t satisfied with. Whether it’s discomfort or dissatisfaction with the lenses, we can make an exchange without hassle. Online retailers simply don’t offer this level of flexibility or service.
When it comes to the biggest and best selection in quality eyewear, we offer exclusive frame lines from top brands, including Tom Ford, Oakley, Salvatore Ferragamo, Gucci, Saint Laurent, and Chloé, ensuring our patients have access to unique, high-quality options. We also take pride in our extensive kids’ collection, providing stylish, durable options for younger patients. You can browse our extensive selection of adult and children’s frames and try them on virtually at our online optical shop.
Your Vision is Our Passion
Cargo Eye Care of Las Colinas can care for your eyes – and the eyes of every member of your family – in a very comprehensive way and in every season of life! From comprehensive eye exams and glasses and contacts to the diagnosis and treatment of many eye conditions and diseases, we are here for you. From the youngest eyes to the most senior, it would be our honor to be your vision care practice of choice. Schedule an appointment today.