Welcome to The Eye Associates, PLLC, your trusted destination for exceptional eye care in Hurricane and Teays Valley, WV. Led by Dr. Devin A. King, our team is dedicated to providing the highest quality medical and surgical eye care. Explore our website to learn more about LASIK, laser vision correction, and the comprehensive services we offer. We are passionate about achieving outstanding results and invite you to become part of our patient family by scheduling a consultation at our convenient Teays Valley or Hurricane location.
Betsy
Practice Manager
Leigh Ann
Office Manager
Emily
Front Office Administrator
Bryana
Front Office Administrator / Surgical Coordinator
Amber
Ophthalmic Technician / Surgical Coordinator
Brittany
Ophthalmic Technician
Stacey
Ophthalmic Technician / Scribe
Dr. King is a native of West Virginia. Raised near Grafton, he attended Grafton High School and college at West Virginia University. Following his undergraduate studies, he attended Marshall University School of Medicine, graduating with a 4.0 GPA. While at MUSOM, he received the Bertha and Lake Polen Award for Academic Excellence, as a graduate with the highest academic standing. He was also elected to membership into Alpha Omega Alpha, a national medical honor society. Dr. King was a resident and trained in eye surgery at The Ohio State University Department of Ophthalmology.
In 2003, after determining a need, he returned to West Virginia to start an independent ophthalmology practice in Putnam County. Along with establishing the first full service Ophthalmology practice located in the county, he became the first Ophthalmologist to offer cataract and other surgical treatments at Putnam General Hospital. Following the hospital’s acquisition as CAMC Teays Valley, Dr. King continued his surgical excellence. He has expanded his treatments to include Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) and refractive cataract surgery.
Dr. King also performs many in-office procedures. Those include functional and cosmetic surgery of the eyelids, multiple therapeutic and corrective laser procedures, including LASIK, PRK, Retinal, and Glaucoma laser surgery.
Dr. King has been serving the residents of Putnam County for over 20 years. He currently resides in Hurricane, WV. He enjoys spending time with his family and traveling, skiing, weightlifting, and playing piano.
Dr. Francis was born and raised in Fairmont, WV. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology from the University of Notre Dame and subsequently obtained a master’s degree in microbiology from West Virginia University. Dr. Francis received his medical degree from West Virginia School of Medicine, serving a class president in his second year. He also completed his Ophthalmology residency at West Virginia University School of Medicine, serving as Chief Resident. Dr. Francis was awarded the Merck Residency Glaucoma Award for achieving the highest score amongst his peers on his residency board exam in Glaucoma.
Following his residency, Dr. Francis entered private practice in Charleston, WV for eight years. He was then recruited to join the faculty of Marshall University. During his time there, he introduced several innovative technologies to the region, including cataract-refractive surgery. Notably, Dr. Francis was the first physician in West Virginia to implant a multifocal intraocular lens.
During his tenure as an assistant professor, Dr. Francis served as director and advocated for the well-being of his colleagues. He established a faculty wellness program for the Marshall University School of Medicine and Marshall Health. He is certified by the National Wellness Institute as a Certified Workplace Wellness Specialist (CWWS).
Dr. Francis joined Eye Associates in 2022 and has continued offering excellent care to his patients. He also continues to mentor medical students and residents.
Dr. Francis currently resides in Hurricane, WV. He enjoys spending time with his family, playing tennis, travelling, and skiing. He is an active member of the LIONS Club in Barboursville and the LIONS Sight Foundation. Most importantly, his mission is to serve God using his talents and resources.
