Dr. Chad Dockter, O.D. attended the University of Minnesota from 1985-1989 to study Biology. He then attended Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago in 1989 and graduated in 1993. At Illinois College of Optometry he completed an externship at Low Vision Resources in Minneapolis. He and his wife moved back home to the Twin Cities and have resided in the Chaska/Carver area along with their two girls Avery and Shayne. In 2005, Dr. Dockter formed a partnership with Drs. Chris & Amy Freed, and Southwest Eye Care was born.
Dr. Chad Dockter, O.D. attended the University of Minnesota from 1985-1989 to study Biology. He then attended Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago in 1989 and graduated in 1993. At Illinois College of Optometry he completed an externship at Low Vision Resources in Minneapolis. He and his wife moved back home to the Twin Cities and have resided in the Chaska/Carver area along with their two girls Avery and Shayne. In 2005, Dr. Dockter formed a partnership with Drs. Chris & Amy Freed, and Southwest Eye Care was born.
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Personable and very knowledgeable.
(5 days ago)
Mar-2026
He always thoroughly explains what’s going on with the eyes. Friendly and professional.
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Professional, informative, and kind!
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Great as always
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Excellent Doctor! Explains everything very clearly on what is being done.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Very patient and knowledgeable.
(2 months ago)
Jan-2026
Great Dr… walks you through different options and is very clear on his communication
(2 months ago)
Dec-2025
Kind, attentive, good explanation of test results.
(3 months ago)
Nov-2025
Very thorough and very clear explanation.
(3 months ago)
Nov-2025
Dr. Dockter and his staff have guided me through glaucoma and cataract treatment with successful outcomes. I am very grateful.
Dr. Chad Dockter, O.D. attended the University of Minnesota from 1985-1989 to study Biology. He then attended Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago in 1989 and graduated in 1993. At Illinois College of Optometry he completed an externship at Low Vision Resources in Minneapolis. He and his wife moved back home to the Twin Cities and have resided in the Chaska/Carver area along with their two girls Avery and Shayne. In 2005, Dr. Dockter formed a partnership with Drs. Chris & Amy Freed, and Southwest Eye Care was born.
Chad has been heavily involved in the community since moving to Chaska. He served on the City Council for eleven years, chaired the Southwest Metro Transit Board and served on numerous committees. When you see Dr. Dockter for an appointment, you can expect it to be honest, direct, and relationship-based. He truly cares about his patients' problems, and is committed to solving them.
Personable and very knowledgeable.
He always thoroughly explains what’s going on with the eyes. Friendly and professional.
Professional, informative, and kind!
Great as always
Excellent Doctor! Explains everything very clearly on what is being done.
Very patient and knowledgeable.
Great Dr… walks you through different options and is very clear on his communication
Kind, attentive, good explanation of test results.
Very thorough and very clear explanation.
Dr. Dockter and his staff have guided me through glaucoma and cataract treatment with successful outcomes. I am very grateful.