Dr. Hargis graduated from Amarillo High School in 2011. He received his bachelor of science degree in Human Nutrition from Oklahoma State University in 2014 and his doctorate in optometry from the University of Houston College of Optometry in 2019. Dr. Hargis completed externships at Acadian Vision Associates in Lafayette, Louisiana, where he received laser eye surgery training, as well as the Lackland Airforce Base in San Antonio, Texas, providing eye care for veterans and active duty members of the United States Armed forces and their families.
While at the University of Houston, Dr. Hargis was a member of multiple student organizations and served as the class representative for four years, earning recognition from faculty, staff, and his peers. He was awarded membership into the Gold Key International Optometric Honor Society for demonstrating outstanding professional and ethical attitudes through leadership and service to his class, college, and profession.
Dr. Hargis has joined Dr. Anthony V. Bass and Dr. Tyler C. Smith of Medical Center Eye Associates at Coulter Drive Optical in Amarillo and is looking forward to caring for the vision and eye health needs of the Texas Panhandle.
