Announcing

the retirement of Dr. Ronald
Tucker from his office in Largo.
His last day will be January 31, 2023.
He thanks all of his patients
for trusting him with their eye
care and will miss them. He has
arranged for Dr. Jeffery LaPlume
to take over his practice inside of
Optical Factory and Showroom.

You are invited to an open
house/retirement party at his office
on Friday, January 27th from 4-7
pm. Food and drinks will be
provided. RSVP by email to
info@opticalfactoryandshowroom.com.


Ronald Tucker –  O.D., P. A.

A leader in the field of professional eye care.

  • Chairman of the Optometry Department at CIGNA before starting his own practice in Largo in January 2003.
  • Past President of the Pinellas Optometric Association
  • Member of the American Optometric Association.
  • Member of the Florida Optometric Association.

A leader in his class.

Received Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Houston College of Optometry, graduating in the top 10% of his class.

Dedicated to our Community

  • Largo native
  • Graduate of Largo High School and the University of Florida
  • Past chairman of the Board at Lighthouse of Pinellas, a facility that serves the visually impaired
  • Received CIGNA Healthcare’s Community Caring Award
  • Member of Board – Lions Vision Care for the needy
  • Past President of Largo Lions Club and Zone Chairman
  • Member of Central Pinellas Chamber of Commerce
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The Optical Factory

The Optical Factory is conveniently located inside Dr. Tucker's practice. They can address all your contact lens and glasses needs.

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Insurance plans accepted

Aetna, Advantica, Davis, EyeMed, Florida Barter, Humana VCP, Medicare, NVA, Safeguard, Solstice, Spectera (United Healthcare Vision), Superior Vision, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Complete, VSP Open Access

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Payment methods accepted

Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover credit cards, Care Credit and Florida Barter

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Dr. Tucker Understands Your Busy Schedule

Dr. Tucker is conveniently open late and on weekends throughout the month to accommodate all your scheduling needs. No matter what your week looks like, we will make time for your eyes.