Dr. Leah Janousek, O.D, who was previously Dr. Nolander, attended Creighton University in Omaha, NE for her undergraduate studies and graduated magna cum laude to receive a B.A. in Psychology. She then obtained her optometry degree from Indiana University School of Optometry in Bloomington, IN, where she graduated with honors. During her time there, she completed clinical externship specializing in ocular disease and primary eye care at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, FL.
Dr. Leah Janousek, O.D, who was previously Dr. Nolander, attended Creighton University in Omaha, NE for her undergraduate studies and graduated magna cum laude to receive a B.A. in Psychology. She then obtained her optometry degree from Indiana University School of Optometry in Bloomington, IN, where she graduated with honors. During her time there, she completed clinical externship specializing in ocular disease and primary eye care at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, FL.
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Personable, humorous & easy on the eyes, no pun intended
(2 days ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. J was fast but thorough. She explained things to me in a way I could understand. She was also very personable. I would recommend her.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Professional, understanding, patient
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Outstanding 👏👍
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Very personable and thorough.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Janousek was thorough, informative, and kind. I feel very comfortable working with her.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
She was very professional and courteous!!
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
I really enjoyed talking with her. She explained my questions...we laughed and talked eye info. I hope I see every visit.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
She was wonderful. Explained everything clearly. She was also very gentle with my eyes. I would recommend her 100%. All of the staff was great.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
She was really friendly and knowledgeable and thorough!
Dr. Leah Janousek, O.D, who was previously Dr. Nolander, attended Creighton University in Omaha, NE for her undergraduate studies and graduated magna cum laude to receive a B.A. in Psychology. She then obtained her optometry degree from Indiana University School of Optometry in Bloomington, IN, where she graduated with honors. During her time there, she completed clinical externship specializing in ocular disease and primary eye care at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, FL. Following her optometric education, Dr. Janousek completed a residency in Ocular Disease and Refractive and Ocular Surgery at the Eye Center of Texas in Houston, TX.
Dr. Janousek finally made her way back home to Arizona in 2018, and joined the Swagel Wootton family in 2020. She provides comprehensive eye care, including emergency eye care, contact lenses, ocular disease management, and pre- and post-operative co-management. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, and a member of the Arizona Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association.
Dr. Janousek enjoys spending time with her husband and their dog, Bandit, as well as staying active with yoga, cycling, and hiking.
Personable, humorous & easy on the eyes, no pun intended
Dr. J was fast but thorough. She explained things to me in a way I could understand. She was also very personable. I would recommend her.
Professional, understanding, patient
Outstanding 👏👍
Very personable and thorough.
Dr. Janousek was thorough, informative, and kind. I feel very comfortable working with her.
She was very professional and courteous!!
I really enjoyed talking with her. She explained my questions...we laughed and talked eye info. I hope I see every visit.
She was wonderful. Explained everything clearly. She was also very gentle with my eyes. I would recommend her 100%. All of the staff was great.
She was really friendly and knowledgeable and thorough!