WHO WE ARE
Personalized, comprehensive eye care for Lake Travis, with no rushing
Trusted by Lake Travis & Surrounding Areas Since 2010
Lake Travis Eye and Laser Center was founded to provide the Lake Travis area with a state-of-the-art ophthalmology practice specializing in cataract surgery, complete glaucoma care, and refractive surgery, such as LASIK. Drs. Rhodes, Wenn, and Schulle strongly believe in providing the best possible care for each patient that comes through the door.
Compassion & Communication
We offer a compassionate and hassle-free healthcare experience in a comfortable environment of clinical excellence. Got questions? Please ask. We thoroughly explain procedures and treatment options and your questions are always welcomed.
From General Eye Care to Surgery
We offer general eye care as well as a wide variety of medical and surgical treatments. From soothing red and itchy eyes during the Texas allergy season, to cataract and lens surgery, Dr. Kyle Rhodes, Dr. Christina Wenn, Dr. Krystal Schulle, and our staff have helped thousands of Lake Travis residents see more clearly.
MEET OUR DOCTORS
Dr. Kyle Rhodes
Ophthalmologist, Surgeon
Dr. Kyle Rhodes founded Lake Travis Eye and Laser Center in order to bring state-of-the-art general eyecare and surgery to the West Austin area. As you will see during your visit, the clinic is extremely efficient and hassle-free. Dr. Rhodes graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science with Highest Honors. His medical school training was at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Rhodes’ internal medicine internship and ophthalmology training were completed at the prestigious California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco, California, where he served as Chief Resident. He then returned to Texas for a glaucoma fellowship at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas.
Research Experience
Intraocular Pressure Reduction in the Untreated Fellow Eye After Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty
Central Retinal Vein Occlusion after Intravitreal Avastin Injection
Glaucoma Surgical Treatment Results in a Third World Setting: Guatemala
Glaucoma Research Epidemiology
Intravitreal Triamcinolone Acetonide for Refractory Diabetic Macular Edema
Synthesis of Alkanesulfonyl Halides for Non-Chemically Amplified 248nm Resist Formulations
Awards and Honors
American Board of Ophthalmology Board Certified
Baylor College of Medicine Presidential Scholar
Dean’s Scholar at the Georgia Institute of Technology
National Merit Scholar at UT Austin
Distinguished Scholar at UT Austin
Recipient of The Michael John Fink, M.D. Endowed Presidential Scholar at UT Austin
Co-President of the Baylor Medical Student Ophthalmology Club
2013, 2014 and 2015 Texas Rising Star as seen in Texas Monthly Super Doctors
Dr. Rhodes is a leading Austin ophthalmologist and Austin eye care specialist. He was the President of the Austin Ophthalmology Society in 2011, and is currently a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the American Glaucoma Society, the Texas Ophthalmological Association, and the Texas Medical Association.
In April 2009, Dr. Rhodes joined Howerton Eye Clinic in South Austin as their lead cataract, glaucoma, and LASIK surgeon.
In October 2010, Dr. Rhodes opened Lake Travis Eye and Laser Center in Lakeway, Texas. Over the last 10 years, the clinic has grown in size tremendously and even added a research department. However, we take pride in the fact that we still provide the same individualized and quality care that has allowed for this growth.
Dr. Christina Wenn
Dr. Christina Wenn received her doctorate at Arizona College of Optometry where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with clinical honors and was inducted into the Beta Sigma Kappa optometric honor society. Upon completion of her training, she received the Award of Excellence in Contact Lens Patient Care from Johnson and Johnson Vision.
She was accepted to the University of Houston College of Optometry for a specialty contact lens residency, where she received extensive training on cornea and ocular disease, with an emphasis on specialty contact lens fittings, including myopia control. She received her bachelor’s degree in Molecular Cell Biology and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Saint Mary’s College of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana.
Dr. Wenn is a member of several optometric organizations including the American Optometric Association, Texas Optometric Association, and American Academy of Optometry. In addition, she has presented at optometric conferences including the Global Specialty Contact Lens Symposium and American Academy of Optometry.
Dr. Wenn has experience managing a wide variety of ocular conditions including primary eye care, anterior and posterior segment disease, including dry eye, glaucoma, and diabetic eye conditions. She also fits custom specialty contact lenses including scleral, gas permeable, hybrid and orthokeratology lenses. She believes in highly personalized patient care every step of the way. Her mission is to provide superior quality eye care, ensuring that patients achieve their best visual potential. She finds joy and satisfaction serving the visual needs of her community and is proficient in the newest procedures to bring state-of-the-art care to her patients.
When she is not working, Dr. Wenn enjoys traveling, cooking, fitness, and hiking.
Dr. Krystal Schulle
Dr. Schulle grew up in Lockhart, the BBQ capital of Texas, and graduated as valedictorian of her high school class. She went on to attend the University of Houston, earning both her undergraduate and Doctor of Optometry degrees with Summa Cum Laude honors.
After graduation, Dr. Schulle completed a residency in ocular disease and refractive and ocular surgery at Eye Center of Texas. She then joined the clinical faculty at the University of Houston College of Optometry (UHCO), where she spent five years training future optometrists.
She later transitioned into ophthalmology-based practices, providing specialized tertiary and perioperative eye care to patients across the greater Houston area. Following the birth of her son, Dr. Schulle returned to Central Texas to be closer to family — and is now proud to be part of Lake Travis Eye and Laser Center, where she continues to deliver exceptional care while reconnecting with her roots.
Dr. Schulle is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and an active member of both the American Optometric Association and the Texas Optometric Association. She is a past board member and former president of the Harris County Optometric Society.
Her academic achievements include numerous awards and honors, such as the Terry Foundation Scholarship, Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honor Society, Gold Key International Optometric Honor Society, the Julius F. Neumueller Award in Optics, and the National Institutes of Health Loan Repayment Program Award.
She has published multiple research papers and abstracts focused on myopia progression and ocular disease. Dr. Schulle is passionate about service and has participated in three mission trips to Haiti — one focused on clean drinking water and two dedicated to providing essential eye care.
Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, staying active, being involved in her church, and most of all, spending time with her husband and son.