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6 days ago
Dr. Maxwell was absolutely fantastic! She took the time to explain every eye test and result in detail, answered all my questions with patience, and made sure I understood the next steps for follow-up care. I truly appreciate her thoroughness and care!
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20 days ago
Thorough exam and good plan for my dry eye problem . Answered all my questions and she reported my eyes were healthy.
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Thoroughness of the exam and helpful actions to relieve dry eye.
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Knowledgeable, friendly, professional
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1 month ago
It was my first appointment with Dr Maxwell as my previous ophthalmologist retired. She was prepared, friendly, thorough, kind, caring and reassuring. Good experience from check in to finish! Thank you!
ABOUT
Dr. Karsen Maxwell, O.D.
Dr. Karsen Maxwell was raised in Knoxville, IL. She received a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience with minors in Spanish and chemistry at Loras College with high honors. While attending Loras, she was fortunate to study abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina and is fluent in Spanish.
Dr. Maxwell then went on to complete her doctorate at the University of Houston College of Optometry where she graduated valedictorian of her class receiving the Beta Sigma Kappa Silver Medal Award.
Throughout optometry school Dr. Maxwell acted in multiple leadership roles including serving as a teaching assistant in clinical laboratories and being the student representative on the optometric academic committee. Following optometry school, she completed an optometric residency in Pediatrics and Binocular Vision.
Dr. Maxwell is board certified by the National Board of Examiners in Optometry and is a member of both the American Optometric Association and the American Academy of Optometry. Her main clinical interests include pediatric eye care, primary eye care, contact lenses including myopia management, and ocular disease/medical co-management.