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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He knew my “eye” history before our appointment. Very thorough, answered my questions in language that I could understand. Efficient, professional.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Very friendly, professional, and knowledgeable!
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Very thorough and friendly. Discussed all findings and new prescription
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Very personable and explained his findings very well.
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Dr.Wellnitz is fantastic! All of the staff at the Watertown office are exceptional. I highly recommend.
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
Very personable, friendly, and professional.
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
Listens to concerns, answers everything in detail and is very friendly.
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
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(3 months ago)
May-2026
Great visit, was very helpful and put me at ease and helped my vision
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.
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.
Very personable, friendly, and professional.
Listens to concerns, answers everything in detail and is very friendly.
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Great visit, was very helpful and put me at ease and helped my vision
Always answers my questions. Honest