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Dr. Ashley Chennankara, optometrist at Village Vision Center

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Dr. Ashley Chennankara

OD ∙ Licensed Therapeutic Optometrist ∙ Glaucoma Specialist
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The Eyes Have It

Dr. Ashley Chennankara’s fascination with optometry began long before optometry school — during a college internship with Eli Lilly, she had the opportunity to observe eye care in rural and tribal areas of South India, an experience that sparked a lifelong passion for the field. A native Texan and board-certified therapeutic optometrist with glaucoma certification, Dr. Chennankara earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Austin College before going on to complete her Doctor of Optometry at the University of Houston College of Optometry. She brings over 15 years of experience to her patients, having served in a wide range of clinical settings across North Texas.

— Dr. Chennankara, OD

Background

Credentials & Expertise

  1. Education

    Doctor of Optometry
    University of Houston College of Optometry
    Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
    Austin College
    Internships
    VA Hospital in Temple and Waco, Texas · Cedar Springs Eye Clinic, South Dallas

    Dr. Chennankara earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Austin College and her Doctor of Optometry from the University of Houston College of Optometry. She has completed internships with the VA Hospital in Temple and Waco, Texas, and Cedar Springs Eye Clinic in South Dallas.

  2. Specializations

    • Comprehensive eye care
    • Contact lens fittings
    • Glaucoma
    • Hypertensive & diabetic eye disease
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Cataracts
    • Macular degeneration
    • LASIK, SMILE & cataract co-management

    Dr. Chennankara specializes in comprehensive eye care, contact lens fittings, and the diagnosis and management of glaucoma, hypertensive and diabetic eye disease, dry eye syndrome, cataracts, and macular degeneration, and has co-managed LASIK, SMILE, and cataract surgeries.

  3. Professional Accolades

    15+years of experience across North Texas

    Board certified
    American Board of Optometry
    Active member
    Texas Optometric Association
    Active member
    American Optometric Association

    Dr. Chennankara holds board certification from the American Board of Optometry and is an active member of both the Texas Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association, bringing over 15 years of experience across North Texas.

  4. Community Involvement

    College internship
    Eli Lilly
    Observed optometry serving
    Rural and tribal communities in South India

    Dr. Chennankara’s passion for accessible eye care was sparked during a college internship with Eli Lilly, where she had the opportunity to observe optometry serving rural and tribal communities in South India — an experience that continues to shape her patient care philosophy today.

IN HER WORDS

Beyond the White Coat

What inspired you to become an eye doctor?

“I’ve always believed the eyes are the most fascinating part of the body — there’s a reason we call them the window to the soul. Eye care felt like the perfect intersection of science, connection, and genuine impact. My internship in college, where I got to observe optometry in rural areas of South India, really sealed it for me. Seeing how much of a difference eye care could make for people who had limited access to it, that was a turning point.”

“That good vision doesn’t always mean healthy eyes. A lot of people assume that if they can see clearly, everything is fine, but some of the most serious eye conditions, like glaucoma and macular degeneration, can develop without any noticeable changes to your vision until significant damage has already occurred. That’s why regular eye exams are so important, even when you think your eyes are perfectly fine.”
Dr. Ashley Chennankara laughing as she opens a Sephora shopping bag
Off the Clock

More about
Dr. Chennankara

Outside of work, Dr. Chennankara is a devoted wife and mother. She and her husband have been married for 17 years and are parents to an 11-year-old daughter and a 7-year-old son. Family is at the center of her life, and she stays close with her siblings and extended family. When she’s not in the clinic, you’ll find her traveling, discovering new restaurants, or indulging in a little retail therapy at Sephora or Ulta.

Quick Facts
Favorite Local Restaurant — Sanjh in Las Colinas.
Fun Fact — As a young teen, I always wanted to write for Hallmark greeting cards.

OFF THE CLOCK

More About
Dr. Chennankara

Outside of work, Dr. Chennankara is a devoted wife and mother. She and her husband have been married for 17 years and are parents to an 11-year-old daughter and a 7-year-old son. Family is at the center of her life, and she stays close with her siblings and extended family. When she’s not in the clinic, you’ll find her traveling, discovering new restaurants, or indulging in a little retail therapy at Sephora or Ulta.

Quick Facts

  • Favorite Local Restaurant — Sanjh in Las Colinas.
  • Hobbies — Shopping, movies, Sephora & Ulta.
  • Favorite Team — The Dallas Mavericks.
  • Travel — Always planning the next trip.
  • Fun Fact — As a young teen, I always wanted to write for Hallmark greeting cards.
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What Dr. Chennankara's Patients Are Saying

Nothing speaks louder than the experiences of our patients. Here’s what some of them had to say about their experience with Dr. Chennankara.

4.9+

Based on 1400+ Google reviews

Cat L.
“Wonderful new location. Doctor Ashley Chennankara was Amazing and very knowledgeable. I’ve been seeing this office for many years. I will never go anywhere else!”
Lance A.
“I came to Village Eye because I noticed my vision was starting to get a little less clear. Everything from setting up the appointment online, the building, front desk, assistant clinicians, Dr. Chennankara, and Katelyn were terrific. They were warm, willing to take the time to explain what was going on, had the clinical expertise, and consultative without being high pressure when it was time to select glasses. I walked away with a pair of Tom Fords. Would highly recommend to anyone!”
Dorothy F.
“Excellent service and the staff are all so nice and friendly. Highly recommend Village Vision and especially Dr. Chennankara!”

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