Healthy with Vision Approach to Health Care

Diane L. Prather, O.D., M.P.H.

Dr. Prather has a life-long interest in preventive health care. Early training began as the daughter of a veterinarian. She found it interesting to observe how contemporary medical care, as well as preventive care, was applied while caring for animals.

Dr. Prather completed her Doctor of Optometry at the University of Houston -College of Optometry (UHCO) in 1981. She set up an eye care practice in the Houston, TX area. She also began teaching at UHCO in the Community Health Tract. Recognizing the benefits of preventive eye health care, she continued her studies and completed her Masters in Public Health at the University of Texas -School of Public Health in 1985. Dr. Prather’s career involved setting up eye care programs for screening Texas school children prior to entry into the public school system, as well as a home-care program, and programs for South Texas Migrant workers. Dr. Prather completed Ayurvedic Physician Training in 1998. She maintains her Texas license and enjoys ongoing learning in well-care.

Dr. Prather is retired and enjoying consulting with people to support their health and well-being.