Dr. David Hocht, O.D.

Patients see Dr. Hocht when they’re tired of being uncomfortable. With advanced diagnostics and a calm, methodical approach, Dr. David Hocht helps you stop guessing and start seeing comfortably again.

Dry Eye Doctor in Rayville

Dr. David Hocht is a dry eye specialist known for helping patients who feel like they’ve tried everything and still can’t get relief. He takes the time to uncover the root cause of your discomfort and creates a treatment plan tailored to you.

Patients trust him because he listens first, explains clearly, and never rushes. With a quiet confidence and sharp clinical insight, Dr. Hocht delivers clear solutions for long-lasting comfort.

Education & Clinical Background

  • Doctor of Optometry (O.D.), Indiana University School of Optometry

  • B.S. in Human Biology, University of Illinois

  • Advanced training in ocular surface disease and tear film diagnostics

  • Member, American Optometric Association

Clinical Specialties

Dr. Hocht leads our dry eye and digital eye strain services, providing comprehensive evaluations and tailored care plans for patients experiencing chronic irritation, burning, watering, or screen-related fatigue. Using advanced diagnostics, he identifies the root cause of discomfort and offers in-office and at-home treatment solutions. His goal isn’t just symptom relief—it’s long-term comfort, better focus, and healthier vision in a screen-heavy world. Dr. Hocht's specialties include:

Personal Life

When he’s not helping patients, you’ll find him spending time with his grandchildren or working on restoring old vinyl records. He’s also a local speaker on screen-time health and eye care in the digital age.

What Patients Are Saying

Insurance Made Simple

We Accept Vision & Medical Plans

SeaShore House Optical accepts a wide range of vision and medical insurance plans. Not in-network? We’ll walk you through out-of-network options and provide everything you need for reimbursement.

Vision Insurance Plans We Accept

Use your vision insurance in-store for eye exams, glasses, contacts, and more.

Medical Insurance Plans We Accept

We accept insurance for eye diseases, injuries and emergencies.

Not sure if you’re covered? Give us a call; we’ll walk you through it.

Easy to Find and Visit

Location & Hours

Our optometry office is located off Hwy 135 in the heart of Rayville. We offer convenient hours, making it easy to schedule care at a time that works for you.

How to Reach Us
What to Expect at Our Location
Onsite Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Bike Parking
Free Wifi
Near Public Transit
Covid Screening
Free Parking
Open Weekends
On Site Lab
Same-Day Appointments
Walk-Ins accepted
Same-Day Glasses