Why Choose Family Eye Center
There were many reasons we built a new facility in Willmar, Minnesota but none more important than wanting to continue our total commitment to the eye care of our patients. At Family Eye Center our highest standards of quality care and dedication to patient satisfaction is evident. We provide state-of-the-art care in a warm and comfortable atmosphere.
Being referred as the region's leader in eye care is important to our patients because they are seeing us strive for excellence. There are many things to consider when choosing the right care for you and your family. At Family Eye Center, our team of highly trained and experienced medical staff is second to none and ready to provide: comprehensive yearly exams, LASIK and cataract surgery, glaucoma treatment and surgery, treatment of eye disease, full service optical, contact lens fitting, pediatric eye care, vision therapy, and low vision services.
In an age of discount eye centers Family Eye Center has remained steadfast in offering customers trusting care, the latest technology, and the highest quality products at a fair and comparable price.
Thank you for trusting us with the care of your eyes.
History of Family Eye Center, Willmar
- 1956 - Dr. Robert Gustafson opened an optometric clinic in the Corneil-Elkjer building downtown Willmar.
- 1974 - Dr. Dwane Gustafson began working with his father.
- 1986 - Practice moved to new location on Willmar Avenue (behind Slumberland Furniture).
- 1989 - Dr. Randy Norris joined Willmar practice while working in Paynesville with other O.D.’s from Litchfield.
- 1990 - Dr. Gustafson and Dr. Norris purchased the Paynesville practice and formed a partnership between the Willmar and Paynesville clinics.
- 1991 - Dr.’s move from Willmar Avenue to 812 South First Street location.
- 1992 - Dr. Mike Nagel joined the and brought with him the Olivia office formerly owned by Dr. B.J. Davidson.
- 1999 - Dr. Mike Novak brought over his practice, Willmar Eye Center, to join Family Eye Center.
- 2002 - Family Eye Center’s doctors merged with Dr. Jeffrey Fischer and his LASIK practice in Minneapolis and formed Fischer Laser Eye LLC.
- 2004 - Construction of new 31,000 square foot clinic and surgery center begins.
- 2005 - Fischer Laser Eye and Janning ENT opened for service in August.
- 2006 - Family Surgery Center opened, Choices opened.
- 2007 - New London and Litchfield offices opened; Dr. Carol Main, Dr. Mike Main, and Dr. Tom Lenz joined Family Eye Center.
