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Edward Elder

Therapeutic Optometrist

Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments
  • Professional Certification

Meet Dr. Edward Elder (San Antonio, TX)

Edward Carl Elder, O.D., is from San Antonio and is a 1977 graduate of Oliver Wendell Holmes High School. He participated in several sports and was an All-City Defensive Back. He has been inducted into the Oliver Wendell Holmes Hall of Honor. He received a BS degree from the University of Houston in 1981 in Biology.

He received his Doctor of Optometry degree in 1985 from the University Of Houston College Of Optometry. He is involved in the community and serves on several boards. Dr. Elder is a member of the American Optometric Association, The Texas Optometric Association, and the Bexar County District Optometric Society.

Dr. Elder is married to Bonnie Prosser Elder, who is chief counsel at Via Metropolitan Transit Authority. They have one daughter, Marissa, a first-year UT Austin student. Dr. Elder enjoys spending time with his family and friends in his spare time. His hobbies include snow and water skiing, wakeboarding, basketball, and golf.

We are very proud to announce that our Dr. Edward Carl Elder will receive the Pillar of Caring from the 20th Northside Education Foundation. Dr. Elder has continually exceeded all expectations in the realm of patient care and the community. We are happy and proud to be a part of Dr. Elder’s private practice. Caring, compassionate, empathetic, and unselfish.


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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

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Patient Reviews

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Guadalupe R. - Mar 11, 2026
They were able to get me an emergency appointment quickly, and Dr Bell is GREAT!. He explained every... thing to me and took his time did not rush thru the exam. If I could give him 10 stars I would, you don't find doctors like him anymore that go the extra mile. Thank you so much.
Mariannee T. - Mar 9, 2026
Jackie was amazing! Even though we weren’t current customers, she took her time to walk us through a... ll the details about different types of transition lenses. She was incredibly helpful, polite, and patient. You can tell she’s an expert, especially when it comes to explaining prescription fills. The lady at check‑in was also super nice and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. Their professionalism and kindness truly stood out. Highly recommend them!