Sahara Eye Center is locally owned by Dr. Emma Vicuna and completely independent. Chain stores are often owned by large companies that steer patients toward their own products. We answer only to our patients, so you can be sure your care and advice are free from corporate conflicts.
We accept most vision insurance and medical insurance plans including VSP, Davis Vision, EyeMed, Spectera Vision, Medicare and Medicaid (fee for service). Please call and we'll be happy to verify your plan.
Is it time to schedule your annual eye examination? Whether you wear contact lenses or eye glasses, have had refractive surgery, or have no problems seeing, a health check of your eyes is recommended yearly.
Children often do not complain of vision problems, but when school performance is below expectations, an eye exam is in order. Children may pass visual acuity screening for distance while straining to maintain focus close up. Regular check-ups are important for growing children as their vision can change rapidly. Dr. Vicuna specializes in pediatric optometry and developmental diagnostics.
New patients, please print and fill out the Admitting Forms from the button below. Returning patients need only do so if something has changed since your last visit.
Founded by Drs. Victoria and Carl Lupei, now enjoying their retirement, Sahara Eye Center has proudly served the Las Vegas Community since 1974.
Your annual eye examination includes a glaucoma screening for eye pressure, blood pressure screening, peripheral vision evaluation, a health check of the inside and outside of your eyes, and an examination of your vision at distance and near. We have a state of the art fundus camera to record issues related to the back of the eye, and screening photography is also offered as an option.
Sahara Eye loves kids! Dr. Vicuna specializes in pediatric optometry for children from 6 months old and those with special needs. Regular exams are recommended for school age children.
Dr. Jacqueline Julio provides a full range services and equipment to help our low vision patients make the most of the vision they have. She sees low vision patients on Mondays and Wednesdays.
The VA now has a Low Vision Clinic.
Information and provider referral form here:
Emma C. Vicuna, O.D., F.A.A.O. is a board certified comprehensive optometrist with a passion for helping adults and children with special needs and traumatic brain injuries.
Dr. Vicuna attended The University of California, San Diego where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish Literature and a Bachelor of Science degree in General Biology. Dr. Vicuna received her Doctor of Optometry degree from Southern California College of Optometry in 2007 and completed her residency in Pediatrics and Binocular Vision at the University of Houston College of Optometry in Texas. Dr. Vicuna has also been a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry since 2008.
Dr. Vicuna was born and raised in Las Vegas and returned in 2008 to begin her practice at Sahara Eye Center. In her spare time, she enjoys watching sports and relaxing with her husband, two children, and extended family.
Jacqueline Anne Julio, O.D., F.A.A.O. is a board certified comprehensive optometrist with a clinical focus on ocular disease, low vision, and pediatric optometry. She also performs eye examinations for individuals with developmental disabilities and children.
Dr. Julio attended Georgetown University where she received a Bachelor of Arts with a double major in Mathematics and Studio Art. Dr. Julio received her Doctor of Optometry degree from Illinois College of Optometry and completed her residency in Ocular Disease at VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System in North Las Vegas, NV. Dr. Julio is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry.
Dr. Julio is board-certified in the treatment and management of ocular diseases and glaucoma. She is the Clinical Director of Nevada for the Special Olympics Lion's International Opening Eyes Program. Dr. Julio is a member of the Nevada Optometric Association, American Academy of Optometry, and the American Optometric Association.
In her spare time, she enjoys dancing, kickboxing, and spending quality time with her family and fur-children. She has intermediate fluency in Spanish. Dr. Julio joined Sahara Eye Center in January 2021.
Dr. Kim is from Honolulu, HI. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of Portland and received her Doctorate of Optometry from Pacific University. After graduating in 2018, Dr. Kim moved to Las Vegas, where she joined Sahara Eye Center. When she is not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her family, going to Disneyland, and finding new places to eat.