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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Always very pleasant appointment
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
His easy going approach was very reassuring and welcoming for a nervous patient like me. I appreciated his positivity and full explanations for my situation. A big thank you to him!
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
I felt as if I was inconveniencing him by being there.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
He’s the Doc! Great service!
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Dr. Chad confirmed that my prescription had changed & prescribed a new one for me. I am looking forward to seeing so much better when my new glasses arrive
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
answered all of my concerns and explained everything so that I could understand.
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
Very unfriendly. I felt like he was being dismissive.
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
Always a great experience!
Thanks Dr. Chad
(2 months ago)
May-2026
Great doctor,expert medical knowledge with deep empathy, active listening, and a commitment to treating the whole person rather than just the disease.
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.
Always very pleasant appointment
His easy going approach was very reassuring and welcoming for a nervous patient like me. I appreciated his positivity and full explanations for my situation. A big thank you to him!
I felt as if I was inconveniencing him by being there.
He’s the Doc! Great service!
Dr. Chad confirmed that my prescription had changed & prescribed a new one for me. I am looking forward to seeing so much better when my new glasses arrive
answered all of my concerns and explained everything so that I could understand.
Very unfriendly. I felt like he was being dismissive.
Always a great experience! Thanks Dr. Chad
Great doctor,expert medical knowledge with deep empathy, active listening, and a commitment to treating the whole person rather than just the disease.
Amazing experience!