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About Us

Owner/Optometrist

Dr. Gretchen Arneson

Dr. Arneson grew up in the northwoods of Wisconsin, but early on she heard the call of the west. She received her undergraduate degree from Colorado State University then returned to Madison, WI to work in higher education. Traveling to Malawi Africa, Honduras and the Dominican Republic doing vision service trips internationally inspired her to go back to school. She completed her optometry degree in Chicago at the Illinois College of Optometry, but the west called her back! She loves hiking, backpacking, skiing, biking and traveling. Taking care of patients of all ages is her specialty and she is looking forward to taking care of you and your family!

Bringing Eyecare and Community Together.

Our team provides the highest quality compassionate eyecare, while using the most advanced, state-of-the-art diagnostic technology and eye care products available. All to ensure you and your family’s eyes are healthy and happy.

Tessa

Billing/Office Manager

Tessa

Billing/Office Manager


Tessa loves working at Envision Eyecare. It keeps her motivated and she is excited to continually grow and develop the best hospitality for our patients. Outside of work she loves gardening, hiking, cooking and spending time with her family and animals.

Toni

Technician

Toni

Technician


After graduating from Fort Lewis College, Toni decided to make Durango her permanent home! When she’s not working she loves to spend time with her friends and enjoy our beautiful town!

Linny

Optician

Linny

Optician


Linny has been an optician for almost ten years. She really enjoys helping and educating her patients to look for the perfect fit of glasses for their lifestyle and personality! Outside of work, she loves hiking in the beautiful mountains with her other half and their dog, gardening and love loves cooking it up!

Caitlyn

Front Desk Coordinator/Optician

Caitlyn

Front Desk Coordinator/Optician


Caitlyn is the first friendly face you’ll see at Envision Eyecare. She loves helping patients get scheduled and pick out fun new frames! You can always count on her to answer any questions you have! She enjoys spending time in the sunshine and appreciating Colorado’s beautiful scenery!

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