Dr. Karen L. Preston O.D. is well known locally and nationally as an expert in pediatric optometry, serving the eye care needs of children for over 20 years. A graduate of the College of Optometry at Pacific University and with postdoctoral research in infant vision at the University of Washington, Dr. Preston has worked closely with the Washington State Legislature and the national InfantSee program to bring attention to children's vision.
Past-President of the Optometric Physicians of Washington, she established Northwest Pediatric Eye Care as a premier facility designed specifically for professional pediatric vision care. Visual skills are fundamental to social and educational success, and impact every aspect of your child's early life.
Past-President of the Optometric Physicians of Washington, she established Northwest Pediatric Eye Care as a premier facility designed specifically for professional pediatric vision care. Visual skills are fundamental to social and educational success, and impact every aspect of your child's early life.
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We've cared for the vision needs of infants, adolescents, and teens for more than 20 years. The quality of their visual experience in the world is our focus. Coordination, concentration, and balance are just a few of the visually integrated abilities that promote healthy physical development. The ability to see clearly is only one of the visual skills necessary to succeed in school.
Our automated reminder service will leave a courtesy call on your phone two days in advance of your scheduled appointment. If you cannot keep an appointment, or need to change it, we request 24 hours notice. We reserve the right to assess a $35.00 charge on all missed appointments. For proper diagnosis and lens prescription, dilation may be required which can take up to two hours or more.
Reviews (9)
Paula Stephens
Aug 28, 2021
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The doctor here is extremely caring and very knowledgeable. She has dedicated her whole life to helping not only kids but challenged adults. She has been know on numerous accounts to see patients without charging due to insurance issues and a child’s need for care.
Waiting for a appointment with her is out a few month usually but it is well worth the wait. Due to COVID Dr Preston had to downsize her facility/schedule and staff which leads to longer wait times to get certain types of appts. NO more long waits in waiting room. I don’t believe there is a pediatric eye specialist around that gets
Waiting for a appointment with her is out a few month usually but it is well worth the wait. Due to COVID Dr Preston had to downsize her facility/schedule and staff which leads to longer wait times to get certain types of appts. NO more long waits in waiting room. I don’t believe there is a pediatric eye specialist around that gets
Natasha Jacobson
Aug 25, 2021
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Dr.Preston has been nothing short of wonderful! We had to wait 4 months to get our first appointment but we have been able to get in pretty easily after that. She is kind, caring, and very knowledgeable! My daughter’s eye issues have been addressed and we have been equipoise with the tools to improve them and we appreciate all the extra care! Totally worth the wait!
Braden & Meg Ellis
Aug 09, 2020
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If I could leave 0 stars I would. I really don't like this clinic. If you plan on making an appointment, prepare yourself for very long wait times. I had an appointment for my daughter at 5pm, it was almost 5:30 by the time we were seen.Mind you there was only one other family waiting. They had the general nurse or receptionist work with us for about ten minutes, then we had to wait for the main doctor for another 15 minutes. At this point it was almost a 40 minute wait time to see their only doctor. She came in, with no greeting, and that was it. It is very hard to keep a child with hyperactivity
Mackenzie
Jun 17, 2020
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We have been going here for years and we've finally had enough. The actual doctor is very kind and patient. We love her but the receptionist, Andrea, is a nightmare and will make sure your experience there is too. I would tell you all the stories but to be honest, it would cause for some extensive reading so I'll spare you. All I will say is that if you're thinking about it, just don't...unless of course you like being lied to, hate on time appointments, have no desire to have a life outside of waiting rooms/cars or enjoy dealing with next level incompetence. If so, this is the place for you!
Kids Duo
Oct 09, 2019
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Karla B. Garcia-Miranda
Aug 10, 2019
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The doctor here is amazing! Yes, the time here is horrible especially waiting in the room for her to come and see you. Usually takes a maximum hour, which can be quite frustrating if you have kids. I suggest you come early in the mornings instead. Aside from that, she truly is a genuine and smart person. Which is why I don't mind waiting for her. Extremely recommended her and staff very much!
Suleyman Demirel
Jul 31, 2018
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Dr Preston is a unique doctor. She follows a very different style of her kind, and one of the best doctors I have ever seen. My kids are so lucky to have her. Well, I have to say that customer service may not be best when it comes to wait times, which is clear from the other reviews. But, if you are choosing Dr Preston, you are doing that for a reason, and you should not mind the long wait times. Be ready for a one hour visit at best, and two hours in the worst case. But, you must do that for the care you are getting for your kid. Yes, if the visit was an hour shorter, you could do something else
Carol Farris
Jan 21, 2018
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They are outstanding...but the wait times are long. However, I am a parent of two special needs kids, and I needed a solid professional to perform a comprehensive evaluation. The current lead optometrist is incredibly talented and extremely knowledgeable. The wait times are really the downside of this clinic. You just need to know how to manage the system--I always get the earliest appointment of the day...that way the wait time is decent enough. Prepare yourself for the wait. After having personally carted two sensory seeking littles all over the place, I still go here because I first want the
Shawn Featherly
Nov 10, 2016
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