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Your Trusted Optometrists in Kenai, AK
Kenai Vision Center has been dedicated to providing exceptional optometry care to residents of Kenai and Soldotna, Alaska since 2014. Our team of highly trained optometrists, including Dr. David Karpik, Dr. Kathleen Rice, and Dr. Chris Charlton, brings extensive expertise in comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, pediatric eye care, and treatment of complex conditions like dry eye disease. We utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and maintain a patient-centered approach, ensuring personalized care that prioritizes both ocular health and visual comfort.Our commitment to community extends through local service initiatives and international humanitarian work, reflecting our belief that quality eye care should be accessible to all. With convenient hours, prompt service, and a welcoming environment, we strive to make every patient visit both efficient and enjoyable while maintaining the highest professional standards in optometric practice.
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Contact Lenses
Pediatric Eye Care
Dry Eye Treatment
Emergency Eye Care
Sports Vision Training
Vision Correction
Frame Selection
Sunglasses
Medical Eyecare
Highlights and features
- We offer comprehensive optometry services for all ages with three board-certified optometrists
- Our team has extensive experience in specialty contact lens fittings and dry eye treatment
- We maintain state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment for accurate eye health assessments
- Our staff provides personalized care with consistently prompt appointment scheduling
- We serve both local and international communities through humanitarian vision care programs
What people say
Professional and friendly staff
Thorough and responsive doctor
Prompt appointment scheduling
State-of-the-art equipment
Compassionate care
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Our comprehensive eye exams evaluate both vision acuity and overall eye health using advanced diagnostic technology. These examinations include visual acuity testing, preliminary screenings, and detailed assessments of ocular health. We recommend annual exams for most patients, with more frequent visits for those managing existing eye conditions.
Contact Lenses
We offer specialized contact lens fittings and consultations for various vision needs. Our optometrists evaluate individual eye health and lifestyle factors to recommend optimal lens options. The service includes trial lenses and follow-up assessments to ensure proper fit and visual comfort for all contact lens wearers.
Pediatric Eye Care
Our pediatric eye care services address children's vision development from infancy through adolescence. The exams focus on detecting vision problems that could affect learning and growth. We follow recommended guidelines for early detection of developmental eye conditions and provide age-appropriate vision assessments.
Dry Eye Treatment
We provide specialized treatment for ocular surface disease and chronic dry eye conditions. Our approach combines diagnostic testing with personalized treatment plans that may include prescription medications, lifestyle modifications, and advanced therapeutic options to improve tear production and eye comfort.
Emergency Eye Care
Our emergency eye care service addresses sudden vision changes, eye injuries, and acute ocular conditions requiring immediate attention. Patients receive prompt evaluation and treatment for conditions like chemical exposure, foreign body removal, and sudden vision disturbances to preserve eye health and vision.
People
Dr. David Karpik
Optometrist
Dr. Karpik earned his Doctor of Optometry from The Ohio State University and has specialized training in contact lens management. He serves on optometry association boards and has received clinical excellence awards. He focuses on myopia management and dry eye treatment.
Dr. Kathleen Rice
Optometrist
Dr. Rice holds a Doctorate from The Ohio State University and completed residency training at Indiana University. She serves on Alaska's optometry board and has experience in neuro-ophthalmology and international humanitarian care. She specializes in comprehensive eye exams.
Dr. Chris Charlton
Optometrist
Dr. Charlton earned his optometry degree from Nova Southeastern University and completed rural healthcare internships in Alaska. He focuses on community vision care and has provided international optometric services in Ecuador and other underserved regions.
Questions
What optometry services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, pediatric eye care, dry eye treatment, emergency eye services, and vision correction solutions including glasses and contact lenses.
How can I schedule an appointment?
You can schedule appointments by calling us at (907) 802-6468 during regular business hours or using our online appointment request form.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major vision insurance plans. Contact our office for specific details about your coverage and payment options.
Are your doctors board-certified?
Yes, all our optometrists are board-certified with specialized training and active memberships in professional optometry associations.
What emergency eye care services are available?
We provide urgent care for eye injuries, sudden vision changes, and acute eye conditions during regular business hours. Call us immediately for emergency situations.
Do you offer pediatric eye exams?
Yes, we recommend initial exams at six months old and regular checkups for children to monitor vision development and eye health.
Reviews (5)
Thomas Gregoire
Jan 17, 2022
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Everyone was very kind and professional. I was treated with the highest respect. All of the staff was courteous acted like they loved their jobs very much.I could not be more pleased!
Kelly King
Oct 26, 2021
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Very friendly staff, great selection of glasses, Dr, Tran is very kind, efficient, and knowledgeable. I feel very confident with my eye health and vision being evaluated and treated here.
Joanne MacNair
Oct 14, 2021
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My experience at Kenai vision was good. I was greeted promptly by the desk receptionist with a friendly and welcoming smile. She checked me in and I only waited a short time and was brought back to start exams. The team there was efficient and friendly. The office set up was very nice and it felt very professional. They helped me to pick out my new glasses and I was on my way. Thank you to a great team.
Rebecca Davis
Oct 11, 2021
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My husband and I have used Kenai Vision for many, many years. We loved Dr. O'Connell and we worried about not getting the same level of care. As it turned out, we had absolutely nothing to worry about. I have seen both Dr. Karpik and Dr. Rice and love them both. All the technicians and front desk people, as well as the gentleman helping me with glasses were friendly and courteous.
Richie English
Oct 04, 2021
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I have used Kenai Vision for years. I usually have insurance but I had to use state insurance (Medicaid) and I was treated like they could not get me out fast enough. I was already having a hard time and then I watched them with the people ahead of me receiving their glasses. Showed them how to clean them gave them cleaner and little cloths. When it was my turn they just handed me my glasses and looked to the next person in line. I hope it was just a bad day for that person.