Dane Peterson, O.D., FAAO, is an Optometrist at Northwest Eye practicing comprehensive optometry, including the treatment and management of ocular pathology with a specialty in dry eye, contact lenses and family eye care.
Dr. Peterson is certified by the Minnesota State Board of Optometry, National Board of Examiners in Optometry and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. He is also a member of the Minnesota Optometric Association and American Optometric Association.
Dane Peterson, O.D., FAAO, is an Optometrist at Northwest Eye practicing comprehensive optometry, including the treatment and management of ocular pathology with a specialty in dry eye, contact lenses and family eye care.
Dr. Peterson is certified by the Minnesota State Board of Optometry, National Board of Examiners in Optometry and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. He is also a member of the Minnesota Optometric Association and American Optometric Association.
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Outstanding! Does a stellar job. Very detailed.
(4 days ago)
Jan-2026
First time seeing Dr. Peterson. He was kind, professional and answered all my questions.
(4 days ago)
Jan-2026
Excellent care and consideration of my questions!
(5 days ago)
Jan-2026
I didn’t understand/remember what he told me/ completely understand the nature, cause of my problem. Prescribed a prescription
(5 days ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Peterson and all staff were very patient with my 93 yr old dad.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Peterson is a great Optometrist. He is a good listener and has helped me resolve several issues with my eyes over the years.
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Nice and knowledgeable
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Excellent staff+ stewardship
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
He’s a kind, gentle person and an excellent doctor.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Friendly, informative, easy to talk to, made a plan
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
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Northwest Eye: Golden Valley Office
8501 Golden Valley Rd. Suite 100 Golden Valley, MN 55427
Northwest Eye: St. Anthony Office
2601 39th Ave NE. Suite 1 St. Anthony, MN 55421
Dane Peterson, O.D., FAAO, is an Optometrist at Northwest Eye practicing comprehensive optometry, including the treatment and management of ocular pathology with a specialty in dry eye, contact lenses and family eye care.
Dr. Peterson is certified by the Minnesota State Board of Optometry, National Board of Examiners in Optometry and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. He is also a member of the Minnesota Optometric Association and American Optometric Association. Dr. Peterson has been an active part of Northwest Eye’s respected team of doctors since the summer of 2013.
A Minnesota native and graduate of Cannon Falls High School, Dr. Peterson attended Syracuse University and earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Molecular Biology. He earned his Doctorate of Optometry at the University of Missouri-St. Louis College of Optometry, during which time he received awards for excellence in contact lens patient care and clinical skills.
Away from the clinic, Dr. Peterson shares life with his wife and two boys. They enjoy relaxing on the north shore of Lake Superior and trying new restaurants across the Twin Cities.
Dr. Peterson sees patients at the St. Anthony and Golden Valley Northwest Eye locations.
Outstanding! Does a stellar job. Very detailed.
First time seeing Dr. Peterson. He was kind, professional and answered all my questions.
Excellent care and consideration of my questions!
I didn’t understand/remember what he told me/ completely understand the nature, cause of my problem. Prescribed a prescription
Dr. Peterson and all staff were very patient with my 93 yr old dad.
Dr. Peterson is a great Optometrist. He is a good listener and has helped me resolve several issues with my eyes over the years.
Nice and knowledgeable
Excellent staff+ stewardship
He’s a kind, gentle person and an excellent doctor.
Friendly, informative, easy to talk to, made a plan