COVID-19 Response Tactics
Grand Rapids Ophthalmology is proud that our team members have filled crucial roles on the Blue Sky Vision COVID-19 Response Team! Having a dedicated response team ensures that we are protecting our patients and staff members while offering critical services to our community. Article: COVID-19 Response Tactics
Read MoreCoronavirus Safety
Did You Know? Coronavirus can spread through the eyes–stay safe and get the facts from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Grand Rapids Ophthalmology is screening patients for COVID-19 prior to appointments. Learn More
Read MoreAre My Flashes and Floaters Normal?
Many people don’t understand what’s going on with their eyes because of lack of information. An easy way to rectify this is with routine eye care exams. Eye exams with an eye care professional are the only way to diagnose eye diseases and conditions. Grand Rapids Ophthalmology provides professional services for all eye health issues. Keep […]
Read MoreCherry Health Celebration — Vision for the Future
Vision Services at Cherry Health began in 1988 when Dr. Mark Sheldon, a now-retired cornea specialist with Grand Rapids Ophthalmology, wanted to help people who could not afford eye care. Watch an interview with Dr. Sheldon about the inspiration behind eye care services at Cherry Health.
Read MoreJoe Morehouse, DO, Joins Grand Rapids Ophthalmology
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., August 7, 2018 – Grand Rapids Ophthalmology (GRO) is pleased to announce the addition of Joe Morehouse, DO, to its growing team of eye care providers. Dr. Morehouse performs small incision cataract surgery utilizing advanced technology intraocular lenses, implants for astigmatism, and traditional intraocular lenses, as well as treating patients for routine […]
Read MoreBlue Sky Vision Names New Executive Director for Grand Rapids Ophthalmology
Blue Sky Vision Names New Executive Director for Grand Rapids Ophthalmology GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, July 26, 2018 – Zach Smith has been named Executive Director for Grand Rapids Ophthalmology by Blue Sky Vision. Smith is the successor to Bob Wolford, who served in the role for 33 years and will continue on as Senior Advisor […]
Read MoreRecord Funds Raised in Drive for Vision
Record Funds Raised in Drive for Vision GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 18, 2018 – The 31st Annual Grand Rapids Ophthalmology Drive for Vision Charity Golf Outing raised $62,000 to benefit community members whose lives are improved by the services of the Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired and the Grand Rapids Lions Club Vision […]
Read MoreAdministrative Eyecare Magazine article by Zachary Smith, MHSA, COE
BECOMING A THOUGHT LEADER IN OPHTHALMIC ADMINISTRATION Just over three years ago, as an active duty Navy officer, I deployed to Indonesia and Timor Leste with Pacific Partnership 2014, an annual humanitarian exercise that brings together thousands of military personnel from nations all across the Asia-Pacific region. It was on this deployment that I met […]
Read MoreRandy Jansma, OD, Joins Blue Sky Vision
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 7, 2018 – Blue Sky Vision is pleased to announce the addition of Randy Jansma, OD, to its growing team of eye care providers. Dr. Jansma comes to Blue Sky Vision from Jansma Family Eye Care, which he founded in 1998. Dr. Jansma provides comprehensive eye care ranging from routine examinations […]
Read MoreOptometrist wins Lifetime Achievement Award
Read the full press release – Click Here A service club has honored a local optometrist and his career. The Grand Rapids Lions Club presented the Dr. Mark Sheldon Lifetime Achievement Award to Gregory Patera, O.D. of Grand Rapids Ophthalmology, or GRO, Ionia, where he provides routine eye care for patients of all ages. The […]
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