Dr. Bethany Whitesell, OD, graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia, earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She then went to the University of Missouri-St Louis College of Optometry and completed a residency in primary care at the VA Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Dr. Whitesell serves as an adjunct Professor of Optometry at Northeastern State University, Oklahoma College of Optometry.
Dr. Bethany Whitesell, OD, graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia, earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She then went to the University of Missouri-St Louis College of Optometry and completed a residency in primary care at the VA Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Dr. Whitesell serves as an adjunct Professor of Optometry at Northeastern State University, Oklahoma College of Optometry.
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Friebdly, explained what we talked about and legt me time for questions.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
I was very pleased with my doctor. Dr. Whitesell was very thorough and help me to choose the meds I needed love her.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Excellent professional!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Very nice and great as usual from this place
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Does a great job.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
She's very caring
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
She was nice and very professional and explained things in a way I could understand.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Very kind efficient knowledgeable took time for all my questions explained my options for cataract surgery clearly
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
I always enjoy my time with Dr. Whitesell she is very kind and always takes care of me and my eye problems.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Always very social and I know some days it might be hard to be, thank you for encouragement and positivity because sometimes we all need a whole lot of both!
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
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Springfield
1531 E Bradford Parkway Ste 100 Springfield, MO 65804
Joplin
4500 E 32nd St Joplin, MO 64804
Dr. Bethany Whitesell, OD, is Missouri Eye Institute’s optometrist providing primary eye care and post-operative care in Joplin and Springfield. Dr. Whitesell was previously employed with the VA Center in Springfield (formerly Mount Vernon). Dr. Whitesell graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia, earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She then went to the University of Missouri-St Louis College of Optometry and completed a residency in primary care at the VA Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Dr. Whitesell serves as an adjunct Professor of Optometry at Northeastern State University, Oklahoma College of Optometry.
Dr. Whitesell is well trained in anterior and posterior segment disease management, as well as anterior segment laser and minor lid procedures. In her role as the residency program supervisor at the VA, Dr. Whitesell has supervised and provided clinical instruction in patient care to many resident optometrists. Additionally, Dr. Whitesell has served as an examiner for the National Board of Examiners in Optometry.
Dr. Whitesell’s time away from the office includes spending time with her husband and two children, being outdoors, and helping on the family farm.
Friebdly, explained what we talked about and legt me time for questions.
I was very pleased with my doctor. Dr. Whitesell was very thorough and help me to choose the meds I needed love her.
Excellent professional!
Very nice and great as usual from this place
Does a great job.
She's very caring
She was nice and very professional and explained things in a way I could understand.
Very kind efficient knowledgeable took time for all my questions explained my options for cataract surgery clearly
I always enjoy my time with Dr. Whitesell she is very kind and always takes care of me and my eye problems.
Always very social and I know some days it might be hard to be, thank you for encouragement and positivity because sometimes we all need a whole lot of both!