About the Dry Eye Center The Dry Eye Center of Southwest Louisiana was developed to provide specialized diagnosis and treatment for Dry Eye Syndrome. The Center is a service of The Eye Clinic in Lake Charles. Dry Eye Syndrome statistics are staggering and on the rise. In fact, they have almost doubled in the last seven years. Dry eye is one of the most under-diagnosed and misunderstood eye conditions, and if left untreated, it can lead to serious complications, including vision loss. Dry Eye Syndrome can be caused by a number of factors, and treatment recommendations vary from person to person. That's why getting a qualified evaluation and accurate diagnosis for the condition is so important. While there may be no cure for the condition, there are several effective treatment options available at the Dry Eye Center that can provide relief. For more information about dry eye or to schedule an appointment, call the Dry Eye Center at 312-4-DRY or take our on-line risk assessment. Dry Eye Center Expands Physician Staff Don Bravin, MD, ophthalmologist with The Eye Clinic, has joined the physician team of the Dry Eye Center of Southwest Louisiana. The Center is a specialty service of The Eye Clinic that began six months ago. Alan Lacoste, MD, is the Medical Director of the Dry Eye Center, and says the staff is expanding in order to meet increasing patient demand for dry eye treatment. Dr. Bravin joined The Eye Clinic in 1998. He is originally from California and received his Medical Degree from the University of California. Dr. Bravin is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and has more than 30 years of experience in the ophthalmic field.