Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Optometrists in Grand Rapids, MI
Family & Pediatric Eyecare Center has been serving the Grand Rapids community since 1916, providing comprehensive eye care for patients of all ages. Our practice is led by Dr. Kiersten Coon and Dr. Donald Rademacher, both board-certified in medical optometry through rigorous residency training and national accreditation. We specialize in pediatric eye care, ocular disease management, and advanced contact lens fittings, combining clinical expertise with personalized attention. Our facility features state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, a large selection of designer eyewear, and accessibility accommodations for all patients. With decades of combined experience, we emphasize preventive care, early detection of vision problems, and evidence-based treatment protocols.Our team maintains hospital privileges and collaborates with specialists for co-management of complex cases. We offer flexible appointment scheduling, including extended weekday hours, and maintain 24/7 online access for patient convenience. Committed to community health, we participate in the InfantSEE program, providing no-cost comprehensive eye assessments for infants. Our practice accepts major insurance plans and financing options to ensure accessible care. Through continuous professional development, we stay at the forefront of optometric advancements to deliver reliable, patient-centered services.
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Pediatric Eye Care
Ocular Disease Management
Contact Lens Fitting
Vision Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1916
Highlights and features
- Established in 1916 with continuous service to Grand Rapids
- Board-certified doctors with residency-trained expertise
- Specialized pediatric eye care and vision therapy
- 24/7 online patient access and scheduling
- Comprehensive ocular disease management and emergency care
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Certification in Medical Optometry (ABCMO)
What people say
Exceptional pediatric care
Thorough eye exams
Knowledgeable doctors
Great selection of frames
Efficient service
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Our complete eye health assessments detect vision problems and ocular diseases through advanced diagnostic testing. Doctors evaluate refractive errors, eye coordination, and overall ocular health while screening for conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration. Recommended annually for children and seniors, with frequency adjustments based on individual risk factors and medical history.
Pediatric Eye Care
Specialized evaluations for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children focusing on visual development and learning-related vision problems. We diagnose and manage amblyopia, strabismus, and focusing disorders using age-appropriate techniques. Early intervention ensures proper visual maturation and academic success through evidence-based treatment plans.
Ocular Disease Management
Medical treatment and monitoring for chronic eye conditions including glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and age-related macular degeneration. Our doctors provide prescription medications, laser therapy coordination, and lifestyle modification guidance. Regular follow-ups track disease progression and maintain optimal visual function.
Contact Lens Fitting
Custom contact lens evaluations for various vision needs, including specialty lenses for astigmatism, presbyopia, and irregular corneas. We offer daily disposables, extended wear options, and therapeutic lenses with comprehensive fitting processes to ensure comfort and visual clarity.
Vision Therapy
Personalized treatment programs for binocular vision disorders and visual-motor skills deficiencies. Through guided exercises, we improve eye coordination, focusing ability, and visual processing skills for children and adults with learning-related vision problems or traumatic brain injury effects.
People
Dr. Kiersten Coon
Optometrist
Board-certified optometrist specializing in pediatric care and family practice. Completed residency training at University of Houston College of Optometry. Provides comprehensive eye exams and vision therapy while mentoring pre-optometry students.
Dr. Donald Rademacher
Optometrist
Medical optometry specialist with residency in ocular disease from Grand Rapids VA Outpatient Clinic. Focuses on complex contact lens fittings, post-operative care, and veteran eye health services while maintaining hospital privileges.
Questions
What ages do you treat?
We provide care for patients from infancy through senior years with specialized services for each age group.
Do you handle eye emergencies?
Yes, we treat urgent issues like foreign body removal, sudden vision changes, and eye injuries during regular business hours.
What insurance plans are accepted?
We accept VSP, Eyemed, Blue Cross, Medicare, United Healthcare, and many other vision and medical insurance plans.
Are Saturday appointments available?
We offer Saturday hours from 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM except between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Do you have financing options?
Yes, we offer CareCredit financing for qualified patients seeking flexible payment arrangements for eye care services.
What eyewear brands do you carry?
Our optical department features designer brands including Oakley, Ray-Ban, Gucci, Vera Bradley, and Silhouette.
