Business Details
48 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Optometrists in Spokane & Chewelah
Founded in 1978, The Eye Care Team has been a trusted provider of comprehensive eye care in Eastern Washington for over four decades. Our practice combines advanced diagnostic technology with personalized patient care, offering services ranging from routine eye exams to specialized treatments for conditions like dry eye and diabetic retinopathy. With two locations in Spokane and Chewelah, we prioritize accessibility and convenience while maintaining a commitment to staying at the forefront of optometric innovation. Our team of experienced optometrists emphasizes preventive care, patient education, and tailored treatment plans to address individual vision needs.We invest in cutting-edge equipment to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective management of ocular health, serving patients from infancy through senior years. Our dedication to community health is reflected in our volunteer work and long-standing partnerships with local organizations. We strive to make every patient feel informed and confident in their eye care decisions, offering a wide selection of premium eyewear and contact lens options. Through continuous professional development and adherence to the highest clinical standards, we maintain our reputation as a leader in optometric care for the Spokane region.
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Diabetic Eye Exams
Emergency Eye Care
Contact Lens Fittings
Dry Eye Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience serving Eastern Washington communities
- We utilize advanced diagnostic technology for precise eye health assessments
- Our team provides personalized care for patients from infancy to seniors
- We offer comprehensive services including dry eye therapy and diabetic eye exams
- Our optometrists maintain active memberships in professional associations
What people say
Thorough exams
Knowledgeable staff
Modern facility
Effective dry eye treatments
Personalized attention
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Our thorough eye examinations use advanced technology to assess vision quality and ocular health. These exams detect early signs of eye diseases while evaluating visual acuity and prescription needs. Our optometrists tailor each exam to individual patient requirements, ensuring accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment recommendations.
Dry Eye Therapy
Specialized dry eye evaluations identify specific causes of ocular discomfort through advanced diagnostic tools. We offer customized treatment plans including LipiFlow therapy and artificial tears to effectively manage symptoms. Our approach addresses both immediate discomfort and long-term eye health concerns.
Diabetic Eye Exams
Targeted examinations for diabetes patients detect early retinal changes using specialized imaging technology. These comprehensive assessments monitor for diabetic retinopathy and macular edema. Early detection enables timely interventions to preserve vision and prevent complications.
Contact Lens Fittings
Precision contact lens fittings ensure optimal comfort and vision correction through comprehensive eye measurements. We offer various lens types including daily disposables and specialty lenses for astigmatism. Our optometrists provide complete insertion/removal training and follow-up care.
Emergency Eye Care
Urgent eye care services address sudden vision changes, injuries, and infections with prompt diagnostic evaluations. Our team provides immediate treatment for conditions requiring rapid intervention. We maintain availability for after-hours emergencies affecting ocular health.
People
Dr. Dan Evans
Optometrist
Dr. Evans brings extensive experience in comprehensive eye care, specializing in contact lens fittings and ocular disease management. He graduated with distinction from Pacific University and maintains active memberships in professional optometric associations.
Dr. Rick Kellogg
Founding Optometrist
As the practice founder, Dr. Kellogg specializes in children's eye care and sports vision. With over 40 years of experience, he remains committed to community health through volunteer work at local vision clinics.
Dr. Clayton Krager
Optometrist
Dr. Krager focuses on ocular disease management and patient education. He joined the practice in 2023 after completing his optometry degree, bringing fresh expertise in modern diagnostic techniques and personalized care approaches.
Questions
What types of eye exams do you offer?
We provide comprehensive exams for all ages, diabetic eye exams, contact lens fittings, and emergency eye care services using advanced diagnostic technology.
Do you treat dry eye conditions?
Yes, we offer specialized dry eye evaluations and treatments including LipiFlow therapy, artificial tears, and customized management plans for chronic dry eye.
Are your optometrists qualified to handle complex cases?
Our team has decades of combined experience with specialized training in ocular disease management, contact lens fittings, and pediatric eye care.
What technology do you use for eye exams?
We utilize Zeiss Cirrus HD-OCT, digital retinal imaging, and TearLab Osmolarity System for precise diagnostics and comprehensive eye health assessments.
Do you have evening or weekend appointments available?
Our Spokane location offers extended evening hours on Wednesdays, while Chewelah provides weekday appointments until 5 PM for patient convenience.
What eyewear options are available?
We offer over 25 premium fashion lines including sunglasses, transition lenses, and sports-specific eyewear from leading international designers.
