We’re proud to share that Iowa Eye Center has been named Best Ophthalmologist/Optometrist in the Corridor Business Journal’s annual Best of the Corridor awards!
This honor reflects the confidence our patients place in us and the commitment our team brings to delivering exceptional service every day. We’re grateful for the opportunity to support the Corridor community with expert eye health and vision solutions.
The feature story below appeared in the CBJ magazine, highlighting this year’s winners.
Iowa Eye Center: comprehensive care for the whole family
For more than three decades, Iowa Eye Center in Cedar Rapids has been a trusted provider of comprehensive eye care in Eastern Iowa. Established in 1992 by a group of local ophthalmologists, the practice was created to consolidate medical, surgical, and optical services under one roof, making it easier for patients to receive coordinated care without needing to visit multiple providers.
Today, Iowa Eye Center continues to deliver on that vision with a full-service model that serves patients of all ages. With seven board-certified ophthalmologists on staff, care ranges from routine eye exams and vision correction to advanced treatments and surgical procedures for conditions such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy. LASIK, a surgical procedure that can improve vision by correcting nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, is also performed by Iowa Eye Center physicians.
A key feature of the practice is its comprehensive, state-of-the-art facility, which includes advanced diagnostic and surgical technology as well as a full-service Optical Center. Most glasses can now be fabricated on-site, significantly reducing wait times and ensuring greater quality control. The optical team works closely with patients to help select lenses and frames that match both their vision needs and personal style.
While Iowa Eye Center offers highly specialized procedures, it also emphasizes preventive care. Each doctor reserves time for routine checkups, helping to catch potential issues early and provide timely treatment. This proactive approach reflects the understanding that eye health can change throughout a person’s life, and regular care plays a critical role in maintaining long-term vision.
In addition to in-person services, Iowa Eye Center offers convenient digital tools to support patients between visits. An online patient portal allows for secure communication with the care team, appointment requests, and access to prescription information. An online store makes it easy to order contact lenses, eye drops, and other vision care essentials from home.
The center’s comprehensive approach, combined with a consistent focus on patient access and convenience, has made it one of the region’s leading destinations for eye care. From helping a child get their first pair of glasses to performing sight-restoring cataract surgery later in life, Iowa Eye Center is equipped to support vision health at every stage.
With a strong reputation for clinical expertise and a continued investment in technology, Iowa Eye Center remains a cornerstone of eye care in the Cedar Rapids area. Its collaborative roots, patient-centered model, and wide range of services continue to reflect the original goal set more than 30 years ago: making high-quality eye care more accessible, efficient, and complete.
