Dr. Thomas Samson joined Dakota Eye Institute in 1995. He attended the University of Minnesota and the University of North Dakota. He is a 1988 graduate of Pacific University College of Optometry in Forest Grove, OR. In addition to his years of clinical practice, Dr. Samson spent five years as a faculty member at Pacific University with primary teaching duties in children’s vision, strabismus and vision therapy.
Dr. Thomas Samson joined Dakota Eye Institute in 1995. He attended the University of Minnesota and the University of North Dakota. He is a 1988 graduate of Pacific University College of Optometry in Forest Grove, OR. In addition to his years of clinical practice, Dr. Samson spent five years as a faculty member at Pacific University with primary teaching duties in children’s vision, strabismus and vision therapy.
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Great with a toddler and explained things so I could understand.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Dr Samson is exceptional with our son, makes him feel at ease and comfortable.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
He is a great doctor. He is direct, on time and personable.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Professional and friendly!
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Amazing!!
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Thorough, kind and good at educating the patient. So thankful for Dr Samson.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
He is very thoughtful and helpful
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
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(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Dr. Samson and his staff are very warm and caring. He always answers my questions and never makes me feel rushed. I have great confidence in the care I receive.
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
He works with kids SO well. He asks for my input as well as my child’s. Truly the best!
Dr. Thomas Samson joined Dakota Eye Institute in 1995. He attended the University of Minnesota and the University of North Dakota. He is a 1988 graduate of Pacific University College of Optometry in Forest Grove, OR. In addition to his years of clinical practice, Dr. Samson spent five years as a faculty member at Pacific University with primary teaching duties in children’s vision, strabismus and vision therapy.
Dr. Samson is married and has two children. He enjoys making music, golfing, mountain biking, skiing and snowboarding.
Great with a toddler and explained things so I could understand.
Dr Samson is exceptional with our son, makes him feel at ease and comfortable.
He is a great doctor. He is direct, on time and personable.
Professional and friendly!
Amazing!!
Thorough, kind and good at educating the patient. So thankful for Dr Samson.
He is very thoughtful and helpful
More explanation
Dr. Samson and his staff are very warm and caring. He always answers my questions and never makes me feel rushed. I have great confidence in the care I receive.
He works with kids SO well. He asks for my input as well as my child’s. Truly the best!