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Dr. Kelsi Sawatzky, OD

Optometrist

Sawatzky Optometry

9250 UNIVERSITY AVE UNIT 110, West Des Moines, IA 50266(515) 987-39379 years practicing
71/100
NPI1245768076

Is Dr. Kelsi Sawatzky, OD a Good Optometrist?

Dr. Kelsi Sawatzky, OD has a trust score of 71/100 — a solid, above-average rating for optometrists in West Des Moines. With 9 years of practice (below the area average of 17), they are relatively early in their career but past the initial years.

The most important verification step for any optometrist is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Sawatzky's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.

What is a general optometrist?

General optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, prescribe glasses and contact lenses, and detect eye diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts.

When to see one: For routine eye exams, glasses or contacts, and vision changes.

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Trust Verification

  • NPI Active
  • License Active
  • No Disciplinary Actions
  • Credentials Verified
  • Established Practice
  • Focus Verified

Eye care in West Des Moines, IA

West Des Moines has 27 verified optometrists on EyeDoctorProof, with an average of about 17 years in practice, and 27 focused on optometrist. Iowa optometrists are licensed and disciplined by the Iowa Board of Optometry, whose public record covers license status, board actions.

Peer Comparison

9

Years practicing

17

Avg in West Des Moines

27

Optometrists in West Des Moines

OD

Credential

Before your appointment

  • Confirm Sawatzky's license is active and unrestricted with the Iowa board (link on this page).
  • Ask whether the visit is a routine exam or a medical eye evaluation, and what it covers.
  • Bring your current glasses or contacts, plus a list of medications and any family history of eye disease.
  • Ask about cost, insurance, and whether dilation or extra imaging carries a separate fee.
  • Mention symptoms like dryness, headaches, or screen strain so they can be addressed during the exam.

Frequently asked questions

Is Dr. Kelsi Sawatzky, OD a licensed optometrist?

Dr. Kelsi Sawatzky, OD holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) credential and an NPI (1245768076) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Iowa Board of Optometry — verify current standing using the link on this page.

How experienced is Dr. Kelsi Sawatzky, OD?

Dr. Kelsi Sawatzky, OD has approximately 9 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average optometrist in West Des Moines has about 17 years. There are 27 optometrists in West Des Moines, including 27 with a optometrist focus.

Where is Dr. Kelsi Sawatzky, OD located?

Dr. Kelsi Sawatzky, OD practices at Sawatzky Optometry, 9250 UNIVERSITY AVE UNIT 110, West Des Moines, IA 50266. Phone: (515) 987-3937.

Verify License & Discipline

License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Iowa Board of Optometry, whose official record verifies license status, board actions. Check Sawatzky's current standing at the source:

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Quick Facts

Focus
Optometrist
Credential
OD
Gender
Female
NPI Since
05/24/2017

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