Copeland Eyecare is the local eye doctor to see for all of your Optometry needs in Cedar Rapids, IA. From contact lens examinations to contact lens fittings to general eye care, Copeland Eyecare will help diagnose, treat, and assess your overall health—and how it affects your eyes. Busy? We offer online, walk-in, and same day exams to fit your schedule. Copeland Eyecare also accepts many insurance carriers and discount plans. Come visit our office at 1030 Blairs Ferry Rd NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 and schedule an eye exam today!

Dr. Martin Copeland

Prior to starting Copeland Eyecare, Dr. Copeland was a member of the Department of Ophthalmology at Kings County Hospital Center in Brooklyn, NY, one of the largest volume departments in the nation. With the large diversity of cases, Dr. Copeland was able to expand his clinical interests by caring for patients with systemic disease such as Diabetes, Hypertension, and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Dr. Copeland graduated from Binghamton University in 1998 with a Bachelor of Arts degree. He attended the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN and graduated in 2003 with a Doctor of Optometry degre

Education

BA: SUNY-Binghamton University
OD: Southern College of Optometry
Residency: SUNY- College of Optometry, Glaucoma and Ocular Disease

Experience

American Academy of Optometry
American Optometric Association and Iowa Optometric Association

Dr. Annette Nickel

Dr. Nickel maintains memberships in the American Optometric Association, Iowa Optometric Association In her free time, she enjoys spending time camping in some of Iowa's beautiful state parts, reading, or running outside. All of which, she enjoys with her husband, their two young children, and their two dogs.

Dr. Jenna Henrich

Dr. Henrich grew up on a farm outside of Lakota, Iowa and knew she wanted to be an optometrist by 8th grade. She graduated from North Kossuth High School and started to pursue her dream at Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa. Dr. Henrich graduated with a B.A. in Biology and a minor in Spanish. She graduated from Illinois College of Optometry in 2014. Dr. Henrich maintains memberships in the American Optometric Association, Iowa Optometric Association, Tomb & Key Honor Society, and the Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Society.

Education

D.O. Illinois College of Optometry 2014
B.A. Wartburg College 2010

Dr. Matthew Houck

We are the eye doctors that listen. Share your concerns, ask us questions about your eye health, and tell us what’s important to you when it comes to your vision solution. With a comprehensive eye exam together, we can make eye care decisions that are best for you.

Dr. Robert Kingus

Eye care is more than finding the right prescription. Our patients count on us to have their back when it comes to seeing clearly, feeling healthy, and looking their best. We can’t wait to get to know you and provide you with a vision solution that fits your lifestyle.

Dr. Tracy Bildstein

Prior to returning to Eastern Iowa and co-founding Copeland Eyecare, Dr. Bildstein spent five years working at a community hospital in New York focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of ocular disease arising from illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension and thyroid diseases. She attended the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. After graduating in 2003, Dr. Bildstein went on to complete a two-year fellowship and masters program at Ohio State University School of Optometry specializing in cornea disease and specialty contact lens fitting, with a focus on bifocal contact lens fitti

Education

BA: University of Northern Iowa
OD: Southern College of Optometry
Post-Doc Masters and Fellowship: Ohio State University, Cornea and Contact Lens Design

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I see an optometrist?

You should see an optometrist once a year whether or not you believe you need vision correction. An annual eye exam can detect not only eye diseases but also other diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure. Schedule your eye exam today.

What should I bring to my eye exam?

You should bring your vision insurance and medical insurance information to your eye exam. If you currently wear any prescription lenses, bring your eyeglasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. You should also bring any and all questions you may have. Contact your optometrist if you have specific questions about any additional items you think you may need to bring to your eye exam.

How do I know if my child needs glasses?

Taking your child to an optometrist for an eye exam is the best way to learn if your child needs glasses. Many children who need glasses aren’t aware that they do. Signs of vision problems in children include sitting too close to the television, squinting, sensitivity to light, difficulty with eye-hand coordination, and avoiding visual activities like reading and drawing. To see if your child needs glasses, schedule your child’s eye exam today.

How does vision change with age?

Changes in vision that occur with age include reduced pupil size, dry eyes, loss of peripheral vision, decreased color vision, and vitreous detachment. The most common vision problem that comes with age is presbyopia, which is the normal and unavoidable age-related loss of focusing ability. Different types of lenses can provide help for presbyopia. The risk of developing cataracts, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy increases with age too. Your optometrist will discuss any age-related vision problems you’re experiencing at your next annual eye exam.

Who can wear contact lenses?

Nearly anyone who needs vision correction can wear contact lenses. Contact lenses can provide vision correction for people with nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, or a combination of these issues. Finding the perfect lens for you is sometimes a process of trial and error. All of the lens parameters can be finalized only after you’ve worn the successful combination. Schedule an eye exam to talk with your optometrist about whether contact lenses would be a good vision correction option for you.

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