Dr. Thomas J. Riley, O.D. attended Pacific University where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Sciences and a Doctor of Optometry Degree. Dr. Riley is a member of the American Academy of Optometry receiving his fellowship in 2001. He received his Board Certification in Medical Optometry in 2013 from the American Board Certification of Medical Optometry.
Dr. Thomas J. Riley, O.D. attended Pacific University where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Sciences and a Doctor of Optometry Degree. Dr. Riley is a member of the American Academy of Optometry receiving his fellowship in 2001. He received his Board Certification in Medical Optometry in 2013 from the American Board Certification of Medical Optometry.
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Was not seen until nearly an hour after scheduled appt time (9/24 at 8:30 AM)
Actual appointment was fine
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Dr. Riley squeezed me in his schedule so I could resolve my eye issue before my cataract surgery. I can tell a difference with just one dose of the prescription. He’s my hero for the day.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Such a pleasant and reassuring doctor. Really helped me feel at ease. Very professional as well.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Great analysis explanation and encourager
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
He’s such a kind and caring doctor ~ many aren’t so it’s much appreciated when they are.
His staff is also great and very kind and caring.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Very kind and informative.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2025
Dr. Riley was professional and very friendly. I appreciated how he answered all of my questions in detail.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2025
Great at asking questions and giving helpful advice re: health issues.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2025
He was great! I appreciate the time he spent with me, listening to my concerns and explaining what he discovered.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2025
It was a pleasure meeting with him and he was very informative .
(1 month ago)
Aug-2025
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South Hill/Downtown
427 S Bernard St Spokane, WA 99204
Dr. Thomas J. Riley, O.D. attended Pacific University where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Sciences and a Doctor of Optometry Degree. Dr. Riley is a member of the American Academy of Optometry receiving his fellowship in 2001. He received his Board Certification in Medical Optometry in 2013 from the American Board Certification of Medical Optometry.
Following completion of his training Dr. Riley joined the Spokane VA Medical Center where he served as the Chief of Optometry from 1996-2013. Dr. Riley was also the director of optometry student and residency training while at the VA Medical Center.
Dr. Riley was a member of the Washington State Department of Health Board of Optometry. He was appointed to this position by previous Washington State Governors Gary Locke and Christine Gregoire. He was chair of the Board from September 2003 to September 2005. While on the Board he was the principle writer of Washington Administrative Code that enabled optometrists to prescribe prescriptive oral medications.
In 2009 Dr. Riley was awarded the prestigious Washington State “Optometrist of the Year”.
Dr. Riley joined the staff of Spokane Eye Clinic in 2013. His professional interests include triage eye care, management of eye disease and comprehensive eye exams.
Was not seen until nearly an hour after scheduled appt time (9/24 at 8:30 AM) Actual appointment was fine
Dr. Riley squeezed me in his schedule so I could resolve my eye issue before my cataract surgery. I can tell a difference with just one dose of the prescription. He’s my hero for the day.
Such a pleasant and reassuring doctor. Really helped me feel at ease. Very professional as well.
Great analysis explanation and encourager
He’s such a kind and caring doctor ~ many aren’t so it’s much appreciated when they are. His staff is also great and very kind and caring.
Very kind and informative.
Dr. Riley was professional and very friendly. I appreciated how he answered all of my questions in detail.
Great at asking questions and giving helpful advice re: health issues.
He was great! I appreciate the time he spent with me, listening to my concerns and explaining what he discovered.
It was a pleasure meeting with him and he was very informative .