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Optometry Resident

Jake Ward, OD

Sioux Falls, SD

Dr. Jake Ward is an optometry resident eager to embrace new challenges and work collaboratively to provide outstanding patient care.

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Meet Dr. Ward

Dr. Ward’s eyes were opened to the world of healthcare in his younger years, thanks to his father, who was an optometrist. Witnessing the life-changing impact his father had on patients, Dr. Ward was inspired to follow in his footsteps. He dedicated himself to earning an education in eye care – and eventually underwent the LASIK procedure himself. Dr. Ward’s ultimate goal is to make each patient feel at ease and heard from the moment they walk through the door to the time they leave.

Dr. Ward earned his undergraduate degree at Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, OH. He went on to the Indiana School of Optometry in Bloomington, IN to obtain his Doctorate of Optometry. He completed his most recent internship at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, FL.

Education

  • Bowling Green State University (Bowling Green, OH)
  • Indiana School of Optometry (Bloomington, IN)
  • Atwater Eyecare Center (Bloomington, IN)
  • Bailey Eye Care (Cabell County, WV)
  • Bascom Palmer Eye Institute (Miami, FL)

Awards & Honors

  • American Optometric Student Association (AOSA)
  • Ocular Disease Club (2021-2024)
  • Sports Vision Club Member (2021-2024)

Prioritizing Research

Dr. Ward upholds the importance of research at Vance Thompson Vision by participating in numerous clinical trials.

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Dr. Ward looks forward to welcoming new and current patients. To schedule a consultation, simply call the number below or click Contact Us and we’ll be in touch shortly. We are honored by the opportunity to serve you.

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