Dr. Derek Michaelis is a graduate of the University of Minnesota Duluth with a Bachelor of Applied Science degree. He received his Doctor of Optometry degree from the New England College of Optometry in Boston, MA.
Dr. Michaelis is a member of the American Academy of Optometry, the American Optometric Association, and the Minnesota Optometric Association.
Dr. Michaelis practices general optometry, along with dry eye treatment and also specializes in advanced contact lens fittings.
Dr. Derek Michaelis is a graduate of the University of Minnesota Duluth with a Bachelor of Applied Science degree. He received his Doctor of Optometry degree from the New England College of Optometry in Boston, MA.
Dr. Michaelis is a member of the American Academy of Optometry, the American Optometric Association, and the Minnesota Optometric Association.
Dr. Michaelis practices general optometry, along with dry eye treatment and also specializes in advanced contact lens fittings.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Relf Eyecare through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Always a caring doctor and he gives good answers to every question? I totally would recommend him.
Aug-2025
Great with children.
Aug-2025
Excellent provider. Did great work and awesome bedside manner.
Aug-2025
Very friendly, courteous, professional. He explains everything in layman’s terms.
Aug-2025
Dr is such a nice and friendly person I really enjoy coming there
Aug-2025
Derek was friendly and explained things well, so that I knew what and when things will be happening going forward.
Aug-2025
Prompt & kind .
Aug-2025
Very thorough and professional, would highly recommend
Jul-2025
I am so glad to have been referred to Dr. Michaelis. He’s been a great help with my eye care.
Jul-2025
Very outstanding professional Doctor. Put me at ease and answered any question that I had with clarity and did not rush me.4w
Jul-2025
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Relf EyeCare Specialists
4413 Air Base Road Hermantown, MN 55811
Dr. Derek Michaelis is a graduate of the University of Minnesota Duluth with a Bachelor of Applied Science degree. He received his Doctor of Optometry degree from the New England College of Optometry in Boston, MA.
Dr. Michaelis is a member of the American Academy of Optometry, the American Optometric Association, and the Minnesota Optometric Association.
Dr. Michaelis practices general optometry, along with dry eye treatment and also specializes in advanced contact lens fittings.
Always a caring doctor and he gives good answers to every question? I totally would recommend him.
Great with children.
Excellent provider. Did great work and awesome bedside manner.
Very friendly, courteous, professional. He explains everything in layman’s terms.
Dr is such a nice and friendly person I really enjoy coming there
Derek was friendly and explained things well, so that I knew what and when things will be happening going forward.
Prompt & kind .
Very thorough and professional, would highly recommend
I am so glad to have been referred to Dr. Michaelis. He’s been a great help with my eye care.
Very outstanding professional Doctor. Put me at ease and answered any question that I had with clarity and did not rush me.4w