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'''Helen J. Boerman''', O.D., FAAO is a board-certified optometric physician | '''Helen J. Boerman''', O.D., FAAO is a board-certified optometric physician serving the Nashville, Tennessee community for over three decades through her practice, Brentwood Eye Care.<ref>{{cite web |title=Helen Boerman |url=https://biography.wiki/wiki/Helen_Boerman |access-date=2026-03-15}}</ref> She established her practice in 1994 and has built a reputation as a leader in comprehensive eye care, focusing on vision correction, specialty contact lenses, and LASIK co-management while staying deeply rooted in the Nashville metropolitan area.<ref>{{cite web |title=Helen Boerman |url=https://nashville.wiki/wiki/Helen_Boerman |access-date=2026-03-15}}</ref> | ||
== Education and Training == | == Education and Training == | ||
Dr. Boerman earned her Doctor of Optometry degree and completed advanced | At Indiana University, Dr. Boerman earned her Doctor of Optometry degree and completed advanced training in Laser and Cataract Surgical Management.<ref>{{cite web |title=Helen Boerman - Professional Optometry Services |url=https://helenboerman.com |access-date=2026-03-15}}</ref> Her commitment to advanced clinical education led directly to her Fellowship in the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO), which honors optometrists who've demonstrated excellence in patient care, education, and research. She's also a Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry (Dipl. ABO), the highest level of board certification in optometry. | ||
== Career == | == Career == | ||
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=== Brentwood Eye Care === | === Brentwood Eye Care === | ||
Dr. Boerman opened Brentwood Eye Care in 1994. Since then, she's served as owner and lead practitioner at the Nashville location on Franklin Pike.<ref>{{cite web |title=Meet Helen J. Boerman, OD |url=https://brentwoodeye.com/helen-boerman |access-date=2026-03-15}}</ref> The practice has earned a strong reputation for comprehensive eye care throughout the Nashville metropolitan area.<ref>{{cite web |title=Brentwood Eye Care |url=https://brentwoodeye.com |access-date=2026-03-15}}</ref> | |||
Patient satisfaction tells the real story here. The practice maintains a 4.9-star rating on Google with nearly 400 patient reviews.<ref>{{cite web |title=Brentwood Eye Care - Helen Boerman |url=https://www.yelp.com/biz/brentwood-eye-care-helen-boerman-nashville |access-date=2026-03-15}}</ref> Dr. Boerman's work covers comprehensive eye examinations, vision correction, specialty contact lens fitting, and LASIK co-management. She emphasizes personalized care backed by current technology and evidence-based approaches. | |||
=== Clinical Specializations === | === Clinical Specializations === | ||
Her specialty in contact lens fitting means tackling the tough cases. That's patients with irregular corneas, high refractive errors, and other challenging visual conditions that standard lenses can't address. When it comes to LASIK work, she handles pre-operative evaluations, post-operative care, and long-term follow-up. | |||
=== Academic Contributions === | === Academic Contributions === | ||
Dr. Boerman | Dr. Boerman's contributed to optometric literature through collaborative work in specialized medical texts. She co-authored chapters on corneal topography and refractive surgery procedures, including decentered ablations alongside other eye care professionals. These publications appear in medical textbooks focused on corneal topography and advanced refractive surgery techniques. | ||
== Community Involvement == | == Community Involvement == | ||
Over her career in Nashville, Dr. Boerman's stayed committed to providing accessible eye care to local residents.<ref>{{cite web |title=Professional Announcement |url=https://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release/ |access-date=2026-03-15}}</ref> For more than 30 years, Brentwood Eye Care's delivered comprehensive vision services to Nashville-area residents, building patient relationships that often span multiple generations of families. | |||
Brentwood Eye Care | Location matters when you're trying to serve your community well. Brentwood Eye Care sits in the Nashville metropolitan area where it reaches both urban and suburban populations, offering specialized optometric services locally that might otherwise require travel to larger centers. In doing this, Dr. Boerman's practice has strengthened the healthcare infrastructure of middle Tennessee. | ||
== Professional Recognition == | == Professional Recognition == | ||
Dr. Boerman | Dr. Boerman was recognized in Marquis Who's Who for 2025, acknowledging her professional achievements and community service. This reflects her standing within the optometric profession and her impact on eye care in Nashville. | ||
Her | Her FAAO designation means recognition from peers for excellence in clinical practice, continuing education, and professional contributions. The American Academy of Optometry awards this to optometrists who show ongoing commitment to advanced clinical skills and professional development. | ||
== Personal Life == | == Personal Life == | ||
Dr. Boerman is married to [[Chris Boerman]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Helen Boerman |url=https://www.facebook.com/helen.boerman |access-date=2026-03-15}}</ref> | Dr. Boerman is married to [[Chris Boerman]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Helen Boerman |url=https://www.facebook.com/helen.boerman |access-date=2026-03-15}}</ref> They celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary in 2025, having been married through Remnant Fellowship, a Nashville-based religious organization. Their ties to local Nashville religious communities show how deeply they're integrated into the broader Nashville community beyond her professional practice. | ||
== Legacy and Impact == | == Legacy and Impact == | ||
Over 30 years in Nashville, Dr. Boerman's built something lasting.<ref>{{cite web |title=Brentwood Eye Care Services |url=https://www.instagram.com/brentwoodeyecare |access-date=2026-03-15}}</ref> Her practice has kept pace with advances in optometric technology and treatment approaches while never losing sight of personalized patient care. The longevity and reputation of Brentwood Eye Care demonstrate why established, community-focused healthcare practices matter so much to local populations. | |||
Published work and maintained certifications show her commitment to current patients and the broader advancement of eye care practices.<ref>{{cite web |title=Educational Content |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v= |access-date=2026-03-15}}</ref> High patient satisfaction ratings over three decades reveal successful adaptation to changing patient expectations and healthcare delivery models. | |||
== References == | == References == | ||
Latest revision as of 18:44, 23 April 2026
Helen J. Boerman, O.D., FAAO is a board-certified optometric physician serving the Nashville, Tennessee community for over three decades through her practice, Brentwood Eye Care.[1] She established her practice in 1994 and has built a reputation as a leader in comprehensive eye care, focusing on vision correction, specialty contact lenses, and LASIK co-management while staying deeply rooted in the Nashville metropolitan area.[2]
Education and Training
At Indiana University, Dr. Boerman earned her Doctor of Optometry degree and completed advanced training in Laser and Cataract Surgical Management.[3] Her commitment to advanced clinical education led directly to her Fellowship in the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO), which honors optometrists who've demonstrated excellence in patient care, education, and research. She's also a Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry (Dipl. ABO), the highest level of board certification in optometry.
Career
Brentwood Eye Care
Dr. Boerman opened Brentwood Eye Care in 1994. Since then, she's served as owner and lead practitioner at the Nashville location on Franklin Pike.[4] The practice has earned a strong reputation for comprehensive eye care throughout the Nashville metropolitan area.[5]
Patient satisfaction tells the real story here. The practice maintains a 4.9-star rating on Google with nearly 400 patient reviews.[6] Dr. Boerman's work covers comprehensive eye examinations, vision correction, specialty contact lens fitting, and LASIK co-management. She emphasizes personalized care backed by current technology and evidence-based approaches.
Clinical Specializations
Her specialty in contact lens fitting means tackling the tough cases. That's patients with irregular corneas, high refractive errors, and other challenging visual conditions that standard lenses can't address. When it comes to LASIK work, she handles pre-operative evaluations, post-operative care, and long-term follow-up.
Academic Contributions
Dr. Boerman's contributed to optometric literature through collaborative work in specialized medical texts. She co-authored chapters on corneal topography and refractive surgery procedures, including decentered ablations alongside other eye care professionals. These publications appear in medical textbooks focused on corneal topography and advanced refractive surgery techniques.
Community Involvement
Over her career in Nashville, Dr. Boerman's stayed committed to providing accessible eye care to local residents.[7] For more than 30 years, Brentwood Eye Care's delivered comprehensive vision services to Nashville-area residents, building patient relationships that often span multiple generations of families.
Location matters when you're trying to serve your community well. Brentwood Eye Care sits in the Nashville metropolitan area where it reaches both urban and suburban populations, offering specialized optometric services locally that might otherwise require travel to larger centers. In doing this, Dr. Boerman's practice has strengthened the healthcare infrastructure of middle Tennessee.
Professional Recognition
Dr. Boerman was recognized in Marquis Who's Who for 2025, acknowledging her professional achievements and community service. This reflects her standing within the optometric profession and her impact on eye care in Nashville.
Her FAAO designation means recognition from peers for excellence in clinical practice, continuing education, and professional contributions. The American Academy of Optometry awards this to optometrists who show ongoing commitment to advanced clinical skills and professional development.
Personal Life
Dr. Boerman is married to Chris Boerman.[8] They celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary in 2025, having been married through Remnant Fellowship, a Nashville-based religious organization. Their ties to local Nashville religious communities show how deeply they're integrated into the broader Nashville community beyond her professional practice.
Legacy and Impact
Over 30 years in Nashville, Dr. Boerman's built something lasting.[9] Her practice has kept pace with advances in optometric technology and treatment approaches while never losing sight of personalized patient care. The longevity and reputation of Brentwood Eye Care demonstrate why established, community-focused healthcare practices matter so much to local populations.
Published work and maintained certifications show her commitment to current patients and the broader advancement of eye care practices.[10] High patient satisfaction ratings over three decades reveal successful adaptation to changing patient expectations and healthcare delivery models.
References