Our mission is to provide full scope medical, refractive, and surgical care to patients of all ages, utilizing advanced technologies in a welcoming and modern medical setting. Doctors Amy Freed, Chris Freed, and Chad Dockter formed a partnership and opened their first practice in Chaska. The doctors worked with all age groups and paid close attention to individual eye care needs.
The year 2007 was a time of growth and excitement for Southwest Eye Care. Doctors Freed, Freed and Dockter expanded their practice into Glencoe; transitioning Family Eye Center to Southwest Eye Care. A month later the Norwood Young America practice was added to the family. Again in 2012-2013, Southwest Eye Care experienced more growth.
The year 2007 was a time of growth and excitement for Southwest Eye Care. Doctors Freed, Freed and Dockter expanded their practice into Glencoe; transitioning Family Eye Center to Southwest Eye Care. A month later the Norwood Young America practice was added to the family. Again in 2012-2013, Southwest Eye Care experienced more growth.
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At Southwest Eye Care, we strive to be a part of the communities of all our clinic locations. Whether it's sponsoring an event, marching in a parade, or playing games at a booth, we take pride in knowing that we're supporting the community and our patients. Take a look at the calendar below to see if we'll be near you soon!
Dr. Krassin is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist specializing in Cataracts, Glaucoma, lid surgeries, BOTOX, and has performed thousands of LASIK procedures! He graduated from Loma Linda University Medical School and immediately began training in their ophthalmology residency program.
He received extensive experience in refractive surgery at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego, CA and graduated from residency ranked 9th in the country for refractive surgery volume as a primary resident surgeon.In 2008, Dr. Krassin moved back to Minnesota and began working with a healthcare system in the metro.
He received extensive experience in refractive surgery at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego, CA and graduated from residency ranked 9th in the country for refractive surgery volume as a primary resident surgeon.In 2008, Dr. Krassin moved back to Minnesota and began working with a healthcare system in the metro.
Dr. Chad Dockter attended the University of Minnesota from 1985-1989 to study Biology. He then attended Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago in 1989 and graduated in 1993. At Illinois College of Optometry he completed an externship at Low Vision Resources in Minneapolis. He and his wife moved back home to the Twin Cities and have resided in in the Chaska/Carver area along with their two girls Avery and Shayne.
Dr. Amy Freed received her Bachelor of Science degree in 1992 from the University of South Dakota with a major in biology and a minor in chemistry. Dr. Freed also received her Bachelor of Science in Visual Science in 1994 while at Illinois College of Optometry. In 1997 she graduated with honors from the Illinois College of Optometry and earned her Doctor of Optometry.
Dr. Chris Freed graduated from Michigan State University in 1993 with a major in biology and a minor in ecology. He then went on to graduate from Illinois College of Optometry in 1997. Originally practicing in Madison, WI with his wife Amy, Dr. Freed moved to Minnesota in 1998. In 2005 Dr. Freed opened Southwest Eye Care in Chaska with his wife, Dr. Amy Freed, and colleague Dr. Chad Dockter.
Reviews (12)
Dottie Voigt
Dec 29, 2021
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William Heier
Aug 27, 2021
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Brian Malam
Aug 27, 2021
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I recently went to Southwest Eye Care in Minnetonka for my annual tune-up. Dr. Chris Freed and the warm and professional staff made me feel comfortable and safe during these trying times. Dr. Freed gave me a thorough exam and discussed current and future eye health. I ordered new glasses and frames and also had the lenses updated in my prescription sunglasses. I have totally relied on the recommendations of the staff when choosing frames, as I am lacking in any fashion sense. I always receive rave reviews from friends and family on my excellent choices. This'll be our little secret, SWEC, okay
Laura Hoff
Aug 19, 2021
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Marie Carlson
Aug 18, 2021
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Lynn Moore
Aug 03, 2021
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Shuman Shen
May 19, 2021
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Worest experience ever!!! This clinic uses excuses and lies to make customers pay more money.
I made an appointment for eye exams, which costs about $127. They required to make a payment before doing exams, so I paid in advance. Then I met with a doctor. He said I have dry eyes so he couldn’t do eye exams for me that day. He moved my eye exams to one week later and the front desk staff told me they could keep my today’s payment and move it to next time. So I agreed. However, when I went there today, they told me I still need to pay another $127 for last time’s office visit. What?? I made
I made an appointment for eye exams, which costs about $127. They required to make a payment before doing exams, so I paid in advance. Then I met with a doctor. He said I have dry eyes so he couldn’t do eye exams for me that day. He moved my eye exams to one week later and the front desk staff told me they could keep my today’s payment and move it to next time. So I agreed. However, when I went there today, they told me I still need to pay another $127 for last time’s office visit. What?? I made
Milo M.
Apr 26, 2021
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Such a wonderful experience. Glad I don't take my vision seriously because if I did I would have been disappointed. The doctors there are excellent. But if you want to actually order eye glasses, you gotta have some patience. When I was in jail, I had to wait only a few weeks for my new glasses paid for by the tax payers. Thanks tax payers. At SEC, I get to wait 2-3 months. Good thing I don't need glasses to drive to see my parol officer or to work release job at Subway. If you are not as flexible as I am, I recommend committing a felony of your choice and have the jail optometrist
Chaquale Sevilla
Apr 01, 2021
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I came here because my eyes were red and they prescribed me drops.. they told me to come back the next week to see if it’s working. It worked, but I still laugh at these “follow up” visits. Because doctors literally will do anything for money. So I paid 37 dollars to come all the way over there, in a pandemic and say “look my eyes are not red anymore.” Scammers. Thanks for the prescription. Never coming back again though.
Katie Axelson
Nov 29, 2020
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Chad Kelsch
Dec 07, 2019
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With a history of dry eyes and convergence insufficiency, I'm a challenging patient when it comes to filling a glasses prescription. The staff at Southwest has been extremely accommodating through the entire process, and has stood by its warranty promise with exchanges. I recommend this clinic without reservation.
K. D.
Dec 31, 2018
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This place is the best eye care place I have been to. I've had a few bad experiences at my previous eye care place. Decided to switch to SW Eye Care in Norwood. What a nice change! The staff is all amazing and so kind!! They even went the extra leg work to do all the paperwork for me so I could get a $100 rebate through my vision insurance. Will def be returning and recommending them to everyone :)
