Mason Eye Clinic is pleased to offer a wide range of optometric services, eye care products including eyeglasses, specialty eyewear, frames, and contact lenses. Our staff is happy to help however we can.
From your first contact with us to your appointment and your follow-up, we aim to make your eye care experience great. This is what drives us to provide you with the best care year after year!
John Mason
Optometrist and Owner
Serving St. Petersburg since December of 1984, Dr. Mason was a graduate of the Honors Biology Program at the University of Illinois. He did Masters work at Florida State University in Tallahassee, and he graduated with his Doctorate in Optometry from the prestigious Illinois College of Optometry at the Eye Institute of Chicago. He has 2 wonderful children that attended the University of Florida. He enjoys skiing, boating, and playing basketball. He also enjoys playing the trumpet at church and in numerous community bands.
Austin Mason
Optometrist
Dr. Austin Mason is the proud son of Dr. John H Mason. He received his bachelors in Biological Engineering from the University of Florida and his bachelors in Vision Science from Nova Southeastern University. He graduated in May 2021 with his Doctorate in Optometry with Honors from Nova Southeastern College of Optometry. He aims to grow dry eye management, myopia control, and specialty contact lenses for the practice. He enjoys staying active playing tennis, pickleball and golf. He looks forward to continuing his father’s legacy of excellent eye care.
Cyndi Giles
Office Manager
Cyndi started her career in the optometric field in 1988. She joined Dr. Mason’s practice as an optometric technician in 1990. Currently, she is our office manager who always has a smile on her face and is willing to go out of her way to help everyone. From the front desk, to the optical area, and everywhere in between, she has come a long way from her days as a technician. A St. Petersburg native, on her days off, you can always find Cyndi on or near our beautiful beaches.
Rhiannon "Rhia" Lindsey
Optometric Technician
Rhia has been an employee of Mason Eye Clinic for 6 years, having joined the team right after high school. She finds gratification in helping patients improve their vision everyday. With her extensive knowledge on our modern equipment, Rhia enjoys training our new technicians. She is a St. Petersburg native who finds a passion in travelling to new places in her time off.
Rebecca Bartley
Optician
Rebecca is an experienced eye care professional with over a decade in the optical field. She is dedicated to helping customers select the perfect frames, lenses, and coatings since 2012. She takes pride in educating clients on the proper use and care of their eyewear to enhance their vision and comfort. A lifelong resident of Largo, Florida, she enjoys spending free time at amusement parks with her family and diving into a good book.
Fernando Hill
Billing Specialist Manager
Fernando began his career in the optometric and ophthalmology industry in 2004. He has intensive knowledge in handling what is owed by a variety of medical insurances. He is also responsible for the accurate and timely processing of the company’s invoices which includes medical coding, processing and research. Fernando has a BS degree in Business from the University of South Florida. On his days off he enjoys attending sporting events, concerts & fishing.
Jordyn Watkins
Optometric Technician
Jordyn is an optometric technician with a passion for providing exceptional eye care since 2021. She supports doctors by assisting patients of all ages, from toddlers to the elderly, during eye exams and various procedures. Her expertise includes performing pre-examination tests, such as measuring visual acuity and taking patient histories, as well as conducting diagnostic tests like retinal imaging, tonometry, and visual field testing. Born and raised in Florida, Jordyn enjoys quality time with her family, going on motorcycle rides, and relaxing at home with her puppy.