"In high school, I was an overnight caregiver for my neighbor who suffered from Parkinson’s disease, and my interest in medicine and helping people was sparked. While at CSBSJU, I worked for a local optometrist, and saw the importance of yearly eye exams. Not only do we take care of ocular diseases, but the eye gives us great insight into systemic diseases as well. Watching people put on their first pair of glasses and being amazed at what they could see was also a great reward."
"In high school, I was an overnight caregiver for my neighbor who suffered from Parkinson’s disease, and my interest in medicine and helping people was sparked. While at CSBSJU, I worked for a local optometrist, and saw the importance of yearly eye exams. Not only do we take care of ocular diseases, but the eye gives us great insight into systemic diseases as well. Watching people put on their first pair of glasses and being amazed at what they could see was also a great reward."
"In high school, I was an overnight caregiver for my neighbor who suffered from Parkinson’s disease, and my interest in medicine and helping people was sparked. While at CSBSJU, I worked for a local optometrist, and saw the importance of yearly eye exams. Not only do we take care of ocular diseases, but the eye gives us great insight into systemic diseases as well. Watching people put on their first pair of glasses and being amazed at what they could see was also a great reward.
My favorite part of being an optometrist is helping patients with their visual issues. So many people don’t realize how many things can stem from vision and ocular issues, and being able to offer solutions is very rewarding. I love being able to create a relationship with my patients that lasts for many years.
I enjoy spending time with my family, playing intramural volleyball, traveling with my fiancé, and playing with my great pyrenees puppy Lou."
Background
Optometric Degree
Illinois College of Optometry, Chicago, IL
Bachelor of Science
College of St. Benedict’s, St. Joseph, MN
Member
American Optometric Association, Minnesota Optometric Association
Licensed
Minnesota
Dr. Lopez was able to see me quickly for an urgent issue. She was incredibly thorough and kind, and provided information in a way that was easily digestible. Would highly recommend Dr. Lopez!
I got in at my appointed time and she was thorough, quick and friendly.
Great job! Very thorough exam and the doctor explained the results to me right after.
Very friendly, supportive and knowledgeable with an excellent staff!
This was our first time with Dr. Lopez and she was great. Intelligent, thoughtful, and full of energy. Perfect for young people.
My son really liked her. She so professional and caring.
She is awesome.
She did a very nice job and was very professional. She was also a nice person, I wished she practiced closer so I could see her all the time.
effective, efficient - personable.
Dr Lopez touched on every concern I had and more. Very personable and confident.