Advanced Family Eye Care Independence
Eye Care Beyond the Prescription
We Have Moved!
From: 1310 1st St W, Independence, IA
To: 2000 Swan Lake Blvd Suite 1, Independence, IA.
Eye Doctor in Independence, IA
Advanced Family Eye Care is a leading eye doctor in Independence, IA. We are located at 2000 Swan Lake Blvd Suite 1, Independence, IA 50644 – near Swan Lake, just off highway US-20, exit 248.
We see patients residing in Independence and surrounding areas including Oelwein, Jesup, Brandon, Walker, Rowley, Quasqueton, Winthrop, Troy Mills, Masonville, Hazelton, Dunkerton, Lamont, Fairbank, and Strawberry Point.
Our Independence eye clinic has been offering our community leading comprehensive eye care services in a family-friendly environment since 1979. We have two experienced doctors, Dr. Carrie Kearns, OD and Dr. Brad Boyle, OD onsite offering services including routine eye appointments, contact lens fitting/sales, eyewear, prescription fillings, vision therapy, eye vitamins, and eye condition diagnosis/treatment.
We have wide appointment availability and accept most major insurance and managed vision care plans, including VSP and EyeMed
At Advanced Family Eye Care Independence, we believe eye health to be paramount to one’s overall wellbeing. We dig deep to assess our clients’ overall eye health and develop individualized solutions in a comfortable and family-friendly environment. That’s what makes us Eye Care Beyond Prescription.
Hours
| Saturday | By Appointment |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 8AM–5PM |
| Tuesday | 8AM–5PM |
| Wednesday | 8AM–5PM |
| Thursday | 8AM–5PM |
| Friday | 8AM–3PM |
43 Years
Of serving our community with leading eye care
Advanced Family Eye Care was started by the late Dr. R Doran Espe in 1979 in Independence, IA. He provided medical eye care for the town of Independence for many years and is still loved by patients today.
Meet the Optometrists
Dr. Carrie Kearns, OD
Dr Carrie Kearns, OD has been serving Independence and the Cedar Valley with eye care since 2007. She specializes in ocular disease with a special focus in pediatric vision therapy. She received her Doctor of Optometry Degree from Indiana University School of Optometry. She co-authored “Two differing presentations, treatments, and outcomes of malignant choroidal melanoma” and is an active member of the COVD, American Optometric Association, and Iowa Optometric Association, and InfantSEE.
Dr. Brad Boyle, OD
Dr. Brad Boyle, OD has been practicing in the Cedar Valley since 2016 – specializing in diagnosing and treating diseases including dry eye, glaucoma, cataracts, and glaucoma. He received his Doctor of Optometry degree at the Illinois College of Optometry where he graduated with magna cum laude honors. As an active member of the Iowa Optometric Association and American Optometric Association, his mission is to enhance his patients’ quality of life through getting to know his clients to develop customized eye care solutions.
Allie H
“From the moment I scheduled the appointment the staff was absolutely amazing. Paige and Brad took time to answer all my questions in great detail and work with us. This was our first visit and when we walked in the door the service was amazing. My son was nervous about his first visit and was quickly over those nerves due to the friendliness of the staff, they explained everything to us and helped us figure out what we needed to help. Advanced Family Eye Care made getting glasses fun for my son, he is excited for his glasses and can’t wait to return to the eye doctors!!”
Emily E
“I’ve been wearing glasses since the age of 12. Dr. Boyle and his staff are hands down the best I have experienced. Everyone at the office greets you with a smile and makes your visit quick and pleasant! Ordering my contacts was painless and I received them in record time. Thanks Dr. Boyle and the rest of the Advanced Family Eye Care staff for being the best at what you do!”
Jessica N
“Superb and compassionate care plus friendly staff. My appointment was thorough yet fast, which was much appreciated!“
Nick M
“Dr. Boyle and staff are first class when it comes to patient care. Convenient locations in Independence and Cedar Falls. There is no better optometrist in the Greater Cedar Valley for families than Dr. Boyle!”