Optometrists in Alaska
Browse 310 optometrists in Alaska — page 1 of 7.
accurate vision clinic
acquistapace, marvin
agape peninsula eye care, llc
alaska center for the blind and visually impaired
alaska eye care centers, apc
alaska eye care centers, apc
alaska eyecare professionals llc
alaska physicians eyecare group, p.c.
alaska vision center, inc.
albert, dennis
amestoy, scott
anderson, austin
angeles, raul
ariz, gretchen
arndt, ethan
ashley kettler, od, llc
aspen eye care llc
augusta plassmann king, o.d., llc
bancroft, edward
barney, paul
becker, bethany
begin, craig
bell, terry
benjamin crawford llc
bennett, michael
berhow, nicole
bering see vision llc
better sight llc
bixby-dubois, sarah
blower, victoria
blum, brian
bow, elizabeth
boyd l walker od apc
bradley t cross od pc
brian e coe diabetic vision foundation inc
brinkerhoff, dennis
bristol bay area health corporation
campaign, patrick
cap eye llc
capstone eye clinic, llc
charlton, christopher
charlton, wesley
christianson, erik
chugach eye clinic and optical, inc.
cin, brian
clark, adam
clemons, kaleb
cobbett, john
Frequently Asked Questions
The information here is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult a licensed healthcare provider about your specific situation.
How often should I get an eye exam?
Adults aged 20-64 should have an eye exam every 2 years. Children, seniors (65+), and people with diabetes or a family history of eye disease should go annually. Many eye conditions have no symptoms in early stages.
How much does an eye exam cost in Alaska?
A comprehensive eye exam typically costs $75-$150. Many provinces cover eye exams for children and seniors through provincial health plans. Check your province's coverage — you may not need to pay anything.
What's the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist?
Optometrists are primary eye care providers who do eye exams, prescribe glasses and contacts, and diagnose/treat many eye conditions. Ophthalmologists are medical doctors who perform eye surgery and treat complex eye diseases. Your optometrist will refer you to an ophthalmologist if needed.
Are eye exams covered by provincial health insurance?
Coverage varies by province. Ontario covers annual exams for those under 20 and 65+. BC covers exams for children and seniors. Alberta covers annual exams for all ages. Quebec covers exams for those under 18 and 65+. Check your province's specific coverage.
Can an optometrist detect health problems beyond eye issues?
Yes! Eye exams can reveal early signs of diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, autoimmune diseases, and even some cancers. Your optometrist examines blood vessels and nerve tissue that can indicate systemic health conditions.