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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Very personable and knowledgeable.
(4 days ago)
Dec-2025
Professional,friendly, answered questions with confidence and didn’t hurry me.
(5 days ago)
Dec-2025
Very pleasant, friendly, and professional.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
All good
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Very very nice, professional & informative!!
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Excellent patient care, exam and explanation of my current eye condition. Explained future options for improved vision.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Dr. Whitesell was excellent. I didn't have to wait long. The exam was painless & she gave a full expanation of the results. I was very comfortable and know I received a through exam.
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Dr.Bethany Whitesell is professional and caring in every way. She is great!
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Pleasant knowledgeable, able to understand what was being done.,
Explain things very well thank you
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
She was the only one who gave me full information on what was happening to me and why. Also information what I, personally, could do to make things easier.
(1 month ago)
Oct-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.
Very personable and knowledgeable.
Professional,friendly, answered questions with confidence and didn’t hurry me.
Very pleasant, friendly, and professional.
All good
Very very nice, professional & informative!!
Excellent patient care, exam and explanation of my current eye condition. Explained future options for improved vision.
Dr. Whitesell was excellent. I didn't have to wait long. The exam was painless & she gave a full expanation of the results. I was very comfortable and know I received a through exam.
Dr.Bethany Whitesell is professional and caring in every way. She is great!
Pleasant knowledgeable, able to understand what was being done., Explain things very well thank you
She was the only one who gave me full information on what was happening to me and why. Also information what I, personally, could do to make things easier.