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Your Dedicated & Caring Provider of Quality Vision Services

We have two office locations, one in Altoona and one in Johnston to better serve our patients. It allows us to provide the same quality of care and service closer to where you live. When you visit our practice, you’ll be treated to friendly, attentive care and advanced diagnostic technology. We strive to serve our patients with integrity and honesty. Your vision and eye health are our number one priority. 

It allows us to provide the same quality of care and service closer to where you live. When you visit our practice, you’ll be treated to friendly, attentive care and advanced diagnostic technology. 

We offer comprehensive eye exams for children, adults, and seniors and also provide treatment for dry eyes, low vision, and common eye diseases. We stock a varied selection of designer frames from top brands. Our staff are knowledgeable and can help you find exactly what you need—and want!

Please book an appointment today to experience modern eye care.

Meet the Optometrists

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Dr. Jeffrey J. Neighbors

Doctor of Optometry

Our Wonderful Staff

Our staff has over 100 years of combined experience in the optometric field. They are members of the Iowa Optometric Assistants Association, and many have held offices on the board. Our staff is also involved in various community activities.

Altoona

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Amy

Optician

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Jess

Optician/Optometric Assistant

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Amber

Optometric Assistant

Johnston

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Kylee

Optician

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Selvedin

Optometric Assistant

Our Locations

Altoona

  • 1005 8th St SW, Suite A.
  • Altoona, IA 50009

Johnston

  • 5501 NW 86th St., Suite 500
  • Johnston, IA 50131

Our Blog

What Is BlephEx, and How Can It Help Treat Dry Eye?

Dry Eye

If you have blepharitis or dry eyes, your optometrist may suggest a treatment called BlephEx to help.  If you are suffering from blepharitis or dry eye syndrome, it is an eye condition that can cause red, swollen, irritated, itchy eyelids, BlephEx treatment may be a suitable option for you. While it can be uncomfortable, blepharitis […]

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July 4, 2023
Jeff Neighbors

What Are the Best Contacts for Dry Eye?

Dry Eye

The uncomfortable symptoms experienced with dry eyes can lead to redness and irritation in the eyes. Dry eye disease is a condition that can make even the simplest daily tasks difficult. Fortunately, there are contact lenses available that can help alleviate some of these symptoms.  Depending on the cause of your dry eye, your eye […]

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June 6, 2023
Jeff Neighbors

Why Does Driving at Night Get More Difficult as You Age?

Eye Health

Driving at night can be difficult at any age, especially if you have a preexisting vision problem. Between glare, difficulty seeing in the dark, or a delayed reaction time, it can be difficult to do so safely. But why does it become more difficult as you age? As you get older, your eyesight naturally gets […]

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May 10, 2023
Jeff Neighbors
Close-up of a young girl outside rubbing her right eye with her right pinky finger

If you have blepharitis or dry eyes, your optometrist may suggest a treatment called BlephEx to help.  If you are suffering from blepharitis or dry eye syndrome, it is an eye condition that can cause red, swollen, irritated, itchy eyelids, BlephEx treatment may be a suitable option for you. While it can be uncomfortable, blepharitis […]

Read More…

A smiling young woman is inserting a contact lens into her right eye

The uncomfortable symptoms experienced with dry eyes can lead to redness and irritation in the eyes. Dry eye disease is a condition that can make even the simplest daily tasks difficult. Fortunately, there are contact lenses available that can help alleviate some of these symptoms.  Depending on the cause of your dry eye, your eye […]

Read More…

A senior man in the driver's seat of a car with a senior woman in the passenger seat, both with a concerned look on their faces

Driving at night can be difficult at any age, especially if you have a preexisting vision problem. Between glare, difficulty seeing in the dark, or a delayed reaction time, it can be difficult to do so safely. But why does it become more difficult as you age? As you get older, your eyesight naturally gets […]

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