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Dr. Roman Somogy, O.D.

Anamosa & Monticello

• Low Vision
• Eye Disease
• Minor Surgical Procedures
• Specialty Contact Lenses
• Myopia Control & Stellest
• Cataract Follow-Up

Dr. Roman Somogy is the owner of Sigma Eyehealth Centers. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology summa cum laude from the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire and his Doctor of Optometry degree cum laude from Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Optometry.

He graduated with clinical honors and received awards recognizing his work in low vision, contact lens fitting, and patient management. His clinical rotations included the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago and a surgical co-management center, with experience in glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and after-surgery care.

At Sigma, Dr. Somogy provides care for eye diseases, low vision care, specialty contact lenses, myopia control, and minor surgical procedures. He explains the appropriate treatment options and helps each patient choose an approach that fits their comfort and goals. He also coordinates cataract follow-up with the surgical team.

Originally from rural Wisconsin, where he grew up on a pine tree farm, Dr. Somogy is committed to making modern eye care accessible in local communities. Outside the office, he enjoys hands-on projects and time with his wife, Stefanie, and their son, Maverick.

Dr. Somogy sees children ages 4 and older. For patients living with advanced eye disease, his low vision care explores practical ways to read, enjoy hobbies, and use everyday technology again. He works with the sight that remains, with recommendations based on each patient’s abilities and goals.

Dr. Emma Gurgel, O.D.

Marion & Anamosa

• Pediatric Eye Care
• Binocular Vision & Vision Therapy
• Specialty Contact Lenses
• Myopia Control & Stellest
• Cataract Follow-Up
• Lazy Eye & Eye Turns
• Glaucoma & Eye Disease

Dr. Emma Gurgel provides comprehensive eye care for adults and children in Marion and Anamosa. Her care includes routine exams, specialty contact lenses, and ongoing treatment for glaucoma and other eye diseases. She also specializes in children’s vision, welcoming babies from 6 months old. Her expertise includes amblyopia, often called lazy eye, eye turns, detailed tests of eye coordination, and vision rehabilitation. She explains what each finding means and builds a treatment plan with the patient and family.

Originally from Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Dr. Gurgel graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Business Finance before earning her Doctor of Optometry degree, also cum laude, from Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Optometry.

For adults with eye disease, Dr. Gurgel uses imaging and targeted tests to guide treatment and monitor changes over time. She also develops and oversees Sigma’s vision therapy program, personally working with each patient throughout every in-office session. She offers myopia control to slow worsening nearsightedness, with all myopia-control visits in Anamosa.

Her approach centers on helping patients and families understand the findings, ask questions, and feel comfortable with the next steps in care.