Dr. Bermudez is a Therapeutic Optometrist and Optometric Glaucoma Specialist. She specializes in a series of tests to assess acuity, refraction, and potential eye diseases.
Originally from Alpine, TX, Dr. Bermudez graduated from Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX in 1993 and obtained her doctorate at the University of Houston College of Optometry (UHCO) in 2001.
Dr. Bermudez worked with two private practices in the Austin area before moving to San Antonio. While in San Antonio, Dr. Bermudez owned Forum Eye Care and then worked as a Clinical Doctor and Clinical Director for TLC Laser Center. She also practiced next door to Costco in Selma before moving back to Alpine in 2009. Upon returning to Alpine, Dr. Bermudez opened 4i's Optical, a private optometric practice with full optical.
Dr. Bermudez enjoys softball, DIY projects, water activities, outdoor grilling, and travelling. She has recently taken up golf and found a new passion for Dachshunds.
Sonya has been assisting Dr. Bermudez, OD since the opening of 4i's Optical in 2009. Sonya previously owned her own salon, Sonya's Sizzors Salon, here in Alpine. Sonya is the mother of triplets who keep her busy with their high school extra curricular activities.
Tawnia has been with our office for six years and has her Paraoptometric (CPO) and Paraoptometric Assisstant (CPA) certifications. Tawnia is from El Paso where she got her BA in business administration from UTEP. She has been in Alpine for 17 years. She spends a lot of her time with her 11 year old daughter on the softball fields and volleyball courts.
Erica is from Chula Vista, CA where she was enlisted in the Army Reserves for four years. Erica has been in Alpine for nine years and enjoys family time with her 6 year old son and 3 year old daughter. She has been a part of the 4i's Optical team for 5 years and has recently started coaching girls softball.
Michelle is from San Antonio where she went to Baptist School of Health Professions and obtained a certificate of medical radiological technologist. While working at Big Bend Regional Hospital, she got her Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences from PIMA Medical Institute. Michelle has been working for 4i's Optical as a lab manager/technician for 2 years.