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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Bethany was great. Answered my questions. Made me feel more confident that things were normal. Recommend ner highly.
(5 days ago)
Aug-2026
Great eye exam by her. Ser.s very through/knowledgeable. Very polite.
Excellent for a rating.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Very good explains test results. Easy to talk with.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
She is so nice, professional, and very thorough. I’ve appreciated the follow up for my cataract surgeries with her!
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Very friendly and professional
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Awesome info and services. Very pleasent.
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Very nice and answered all my questions. Very through on instructions for after care on Cataract surgery. On a scale of 1 to 10 i would give her a 10.
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Very friendly and professional.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
She was sweet and easy to talk to and very pretty.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Bethany is quite personable awa a straight shooter. She explained everything thoroughly easing my skepticism without giving me unrealistic expectations. I give her a 5: she has a great beat and made we want to dance!
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
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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.
Bethany was great. Answered my questions. Made me feel more confident that things were normal. Recommend ner highly.
Great eye exam by her. Ser.s very through/knowledgeable. Very polite. Excellent for a rating.
Very good explains test results. Easy to talk with.
She is so nice, professional, and very thorough. I’ve appreciated the follow up for my cataract surgeries with her!
Very friendly and professional
Awesome info and services. Very pleasent.
Very nice and answered all my questions. Very through on instructions for after care on Cataract surgery. On a scale of 1 to 10 i would give her a 10.
Very friendly and professional.
She was sweet and easy to talk to and very pretty.
Bethany is quite personable awa a straight shooter. She explained everything thoroughly easing my skepticism without giving me unrealistic expectations. I give her a 5: she has a great beat and made we want to dance!