Dr. Derek Horkey is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, The American Glaucoma Society, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. He earned his medical degree at Loyola University Chicago and is fellowship-trained in Glaucoma.
Dr. Derek Horkey is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, The American Glaucoma Society, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. He earned his medical degree at Loyola University Chicago and is fellowship-trained in Glaucoma.
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Great patient interaction and through explanation of your treatment plan
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 days ago)
Oct-2026
As always!!!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
With me being an older adult and with issues that arise over time, Dr Horkey did a good job of describing where I’m at with the health status of my eyes and what we are keeping an eye on with future visits.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
Great experience!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
No surprises, very kind and helpful.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Dr. Horkey was thorough, pleasant and professional. He took the time to listen to my concerns and answered my questions clearly. I highly recommend him!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Great experience
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
He has helped me with the high pressure in my glaucoma.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
He was very business like and seemed to be in a hurry. He said his schedule is very busy, and he didn't seem interested in my concerns. I do not feel that I received the information I needed, and I would not see him again.
Fellowship in Glaucoma Ohio State University - Havener Eye Institute, 2017-2018
Residency University of Kansas - Ophthalmology, 2014-2017
Internship University of Kansas - Internal Medicine, 2013-2014
Medical School Loyola University Chicago - MD, 2009-2013
Masters Loyola University Chicago - MA in Medical Sciences, 2007-2008
Bachelor of Arts Physiology, University of Minnesota, 2003-2007
Member American Academy of Ophthalmology, The American Glaucoma Society, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
Involved in teaching residents at the University of Kansas
Author of a book chapter on Ocular Pharmacology
Speaker at local meetings
My favorite part about helping patients at SPEC is the ability to forge lasting relationships with my patients. Glaucoma is a lifelong condition which requires years of treatment which gives me the ability to really get to know my patients. I also really enjoy how great of impact cataract surgery can have on my patients. In my opinion there is no other procedure in medicine that can have as big of an impact in such a short amount of time. My goal is to be able to help as many people as I can optimize their eye health and provide them with the best vision they can have for many years to come.
I decided to become an ophthalmologist during my 1st year of medical school. I was lucky enough to have a shadowing experience with one of the ophthalmologists at my school. I watched him perform a morning of cataract surgery and was absolutely amazed by the impact of this 10-15 minute procedure. The precision and technique required to perform the surgery was like artistry in motion.
My wife and I love to travel together and our three kids keep us very busy. I have been a very big Minnesota sports fan from what seems like my first memories. I also enjoy getting in a round of golf from time to time.
Great patient interaction and through explanation of your treatment plan
As always!!!
With me being an older adult and with issues that arise over time, Dr Horkey did a good job of describing where I’m at with the health status of my eyes and what we are keeping an eye on with future visits.
Great experience!
5 stars
No surprises, very kind and helpful.
Dr. Horkey was thorough, pleasant and professional. He took the time to listen to my concerns and answered my questions clearly. I highly recommend him!
Great experience
He has helped me with the high pressure in my glaucoma.
He was very business like and seemed to be in a hurry. He said his schedule is very busy, and he didn't seem interested in my concerns. I do not feel that I received the information I needed, and I would not see him again.