Dr. Mark Wellnitz, O.D. graduated from UW Madison in 2005 with a degree in Kinesiology and then from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2010. During his 4th year clinical rotations, Dr. Wellnitz focused on cornea and contact lenses, pediatrics, refractive surgery, and ocular disease co-management. He had an especially rewarding rotation at the Mountain Home VA in Johnson City, TN and enjoys seeing patients of all ages.
Dr. Mark Wellnitz, O.D. graduated from UW Madison in 2005 with a degree in Kinesiology and then from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2010. During his 4th year clinical rotations, Dr. Wellnitz focused on cornea and contact lenses, pediatrics, refractive surgery, and ocular disease co-management. He had an especially rewarding rotation at the Mountain Home VA in Johnson City, TN and enjoys seeing patients of all ages.
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Dr. Wellnitz is flawless in his care and attention to detail for eye care. He gives you the ultimate feeling of completeness and trust.
(3 days ago)
Oct-2026
He was great.
(6 days ago)
Oct-2026
Excellent Doctor and very knowledgeable!
(6 days ago)
Oct-2026
He is an excellent eye doctor explains thoroughly, takes his time and listens
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
Dr. Wellnitz was professional, easy to talk with, answered all of my questions, and very thorough.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
He knew my “eye” history before our appointment. Very thorough, answered my questions in language that I could understand. Efficient, professional.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Very friendly, professional, and knowledgeable!
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Very thorough and friendly. Discussed all findings and new prescription
(2 months ago)
Aug-2026
Very personable and explained his findings very well.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2026
Dr.Wellnitz is fantastic! All of the staff at the Watertown office are exceptional. I highly recommend.
Dr. Mark Wellnitz, O.D. graduated from UW Madison in 2005 with a degree in Kinesiology and then from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2010. During his 4th year clinical rotations, Dr. Wellnitz focused on cornea and contact lenses, pediatrics, refractive surgery, and ocular disease co-management. He had an especially rewarding rotation at the Mountain Home VA in Johnson City, TN and enjoys seeing patients of all ages.
Dr. Wellnitz is originally from Jefferson, WI and although he loves Wisconsin very much, he is happy to call the Twin Cities his home since 2009. When you make an appointment with Dr. Wellnitz, you can expect it to be friendly, and informative. Dr. Wellnitz describes himself as very dedicated to his practice, always basing his decisions off of what is best for his patients.
Dr. Wellnitz is flawless in his care and attention to detail for eye care. He gives you the ultimate feeling of completeness and trust.
He was great.
Excellent Doctor and very knowledgeable!
He is an excellent eye doctor explains thoroughly, takes his time and listens
Dr. Wellnitz was professional, easy to talk with, answered all of my questions, and very thorough.
He knew my “eye” history before our appointment. Very thorough, answered my questions in language that I could understand. Efficient, professional.
Very friendly, professional, and knowledgeable!
Very thorough and friendly. Discussed all findings and new prescription
Very personable and explained his findings very well.
Dr.Wellnitz is fantastic! All of the staff at the Watertown office are exceptional. I highly recommend.