Soroush Azadi, O.D.
Optometrist
Dr. Azadi, whose last name is Persian for Freedom, arrived in the United States at age 11 as a political and religious refugee from his native home country of Iran. He considers Austin his home. He is proud to have attended UT Austin, and after graduation attended the University of Houston College of Optometry.
- Therapeutic Optometrist
- Optometric Glaucoma Specialist
- Refractive and Cataract Surgery Co-Management
- Specialty Contact Lens Fitting
He returned home to Austin to practice Optometry for 8 years before opening Freedom Eye Care. Dr. Azadi loves spending time with his kids, Elijah and Sonia and in his spare time, enjoys playing basketball, tennis, and traveling. Using the latest technological advances for early detection of disease for preventative care is an integral part of how Dr. Azadi practices Optometry. He frequents continuing education courses to stay on top of the latest research, connect with other top professionals in his field, and learn all the latest techniques to help serve his patients better. Dr. Azadi is national board certified in the treatment and management of ocular disease and state board certified optometric glaucoma specialist.
Education
- Doctor of Optometry, University of Houston College of Optometry, Houston, Texas, 2004.
- Bachelor of Arts, Microbiology, University of Texas, Austin, Texas, 2000.
- Graduate, Round Rock High School, Round Rock, Texas, 1996.
Professional Associations
- American Optometric Association
- Texas Optometric Association
- Central Texas Optometric Association
Carlos Liranzo, O.D.
Optometrist
Born and raised in the Dominican Republic, Dr. Liranzo has gone on a long journey. His education took him to Orlando, FL to receive his bachelor’s in health sciences at the University of Central Florida before heading to the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN where he received his Doctor of Optometry degree.
During his time in Memphis, he was active in clubs that emphasized community outreach and mission work such as the Lions Club and SVOSH (Student Volunteers in Optometric Services to Humanity). He continued his training by completing his residency in Ocular Disease at the Memphis VA Medical Center.
In his free time, he likes to join Chess tournaments online, watch his favorite Anime series, and plays some mean Pickleball.
As a new transplant to Austin, TX, Dr. Liranzo is excited to build bonds with his patients over the course of their lives and his passion is driven by the enjoyment of preserving their gift of sight.
Yareli, ABOC, CPO
Optical Team Leader
My name is Yareli. I am the Lead Optician at Freedom Eye Care although I enjoy helping in other areas in the office. I enjoy spending time with friends, watching movies and trying new foods. My ultimate goal is to become an investor and entrepreneur and travel the world with my boyfriend Anthony and my dog Lucy.
Cristal
Optometric Technician Team Leader
I am 23 years old, I was born and raised in Austin TX. (Austinite by heart). I am an optical technician and patient coordination Team Leader at Freedom Eye Care and also a full-time undergrad student at ACC and on my way finishing my degree at St. Edward’s University. I spend my free time shopping and watching funny romantics with my 1 year old Rottweiler, Smokey.
Estrellita
Optician
My name is Estrellita, but everyone at Freedom Eye Care calls me Elle. I was born and raised in Austin, Texas. Besides working as an optician, I am a certified Esthetician and I have my own lash business. I enjoy helping people and making them feel beautiful. I spend most of my free time sleeping, binge watching docu series, and shopping.
Norma, ABOC, CPO
Optician, Optometric Technician
I moved to Austin two years ago from New Jersey. During my free time I enjoy a variety of activities including martial arts, hiking, and jigsaw puzzles. Being new to Austin I also spend a lot of time exploring the city and all it has to offer including natural life, nightlife, and my favorite is exploring its culinary culture. I am currently pursuing a graduate program to become a physical therapist.
Jeff, CPO
Optometric Technician
I was born in Canada, raised in Houston, and have lived in Austin and the surrounding area for the past 8 years. I enjoy staying active by frequenting the greenbelt and jogging around the city when I’m not at work. My intrinsic passion is music so if I’m not jamming out solo, I’m working on music at home, attending dance events, or DJing around town.
Daisy
Optometric Technician
Hello my name is Daisy , I was born in Chicago,IL but raised in Austin TX, I’ve been here almost 15 years now and love everything the city has to offer. I have 2 kids who are my world when I’m not at work I love to explore kid friendly places near and surrounding the Austin area as well as trying new foods.