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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Super great and very patient. We definitely found the best.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Great customer service
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Very thorough and kind.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Dr Wellnitz is the best!
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
From the moment I walked in till the moment I left I was treated like I was someone they cared about! Like a good friend - the exam was thorough & I learned some things! I have found my eye care clinic!
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
I liked Dr. Wellnitz very much I felt he was very thorough and he answered all of my questions and explain the lot of things to me. It was a great visit..
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Very helpful man. Answered all of my questions.
(2 months ago)
Dec-2025
Mark is always professional and I completely trust his advice and care.
(2 months ago)
Dec-2025
Dr Wellnitz gives a very thorough examination and explains everything in detail to me about my eye condition (glaucoma). He is also very kind.
(2 months ago)
Dec-2025
Very knowledgeable & helpful. Spends time explaining procedures and gives thorough and understandable answers to questions. Very pleasant & kind demeanor. Easy to communicate with.
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.
Super great and very patient. We definitely found the best.
Great customer service
Very thorough and kind.
Dr Wellnitz is the best!
From the moment I walked in till the moment I left I was treated like I was someone they cared about! Like a good friend - the exam was thorough & I learned some things! I have found my eye care clinic!
I liked Dr. Wellnitz very much I felt he was very thorough and he answered all of my questions and explain the lot of things to me. It was a great visit..
Very helpful man. Answered all of my questions.
Mark is always professional and I completely trust his advice and care.
Dr Wellnitz gives a very thorough examination and explains everything in detail to me about my eye condition (glaucoma). He is also very kind.
Very knowledgeable & helpful. Spends time explaining procedures and gives thorough and understandable answers to questions. Very pleasant & kind demeanor. Easy to communicate with.