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Eye Care of Iowa Eye Care of Iowa - Ankeny: optometrist, optician, and eye care center offering eye exams, dry eye care, contact lenses, eyeglasses and sunglasses.

🌍 It’s not just sight. It’s an entire future.For more than a decade, Optometry Giving Sight and its partners from the Sc...
10/08/2026

🌍 It’s not just sight. It’s an entire future.

For more than a decade, Optometry Giving Sight and its partners from the School of Optometry at the University of Montréal have helped strengthen access to vision care in Mali by investing in something built to last: local people, local skills, and sustainable eye care systems.

This is what sustainable impact looks like: building local expertise that strengthens communities today and for generations to come.

And by supporting the World Sight Day Challenge, we're helping Optometry Giving Sight invest in sustainable vision care around the world.

Your donation can help give another child the gift of clear sight. Join us in making a difference today: elevatemyeyes.com/world-sight-day-challenge

The world is waiting. 🌍

👓 As the seasons change, so does your child's eye health.When school starts back up, three things tend to happen at once...
10/02/2026

👓 As the seasons change, so does your child's eye health.

When school starts back up, three things tend to happen at once: more time indoors, more time on books and screens, and less natural daylight.Eye care professionals have found this combination can accelerate nearsightedness in children - especially during the winter months. 🍂

📍 Schedule an appointment today and ask your child's eye doctor about Stellest lenses - a lens option designed to help slow the progression of myopia in children: eyecareofiowa.com

The earlier you catch changes in their vision, the more options you'll have to help. 💙

🌍 It’s not just sight. It’s an entire future.For children in rural and underserved communities, something as simple as d...
10/01/2026

🌍 It’s not just sight. It’s an entire future.

For children in rural and underserved communities, something as simple as distance or transportation costs can stand between them and the eye care they need.

Through the One School at a Time program, the African Eye Institute, with funding support from Optometry Giving Sight, is bringing vision cared directly to children who might otherwise go without. The program will provide vision screening to 20,000 children and train more than 200 local residents in vision screening and referring protocols. 👓💚

By supporting the World Sight Day Challenge, we're helping make stories like these possible.

Your donation can help give another child the gift of clear sight. Join us in making a difference today: elevatemyeyes.com/world-sight-day-challenge.

The world is waiting. 🌍

🏙️ It's National Eye Health Week!Life around Des Moines keeps you busy - from the office to youth sports fields, weekend...
09/25/2026

🏙️ It's National Eye Health Week!

Life around Des Moines keeps you busy - from the office to youth sports fields, weekend farmers markets, and everything in between. With so much on the schedule, it's easy to overlook your own eye health.

👓 Long commutes, screen time, and busy days add up. Regular eye exams help make sure the whole family is seeing clearly, at work, at school, and everywhere in between.

📅 Schedule your eye exam with Eye Care of Iowa today and keep your vision in top shape: eyecareofiowa.com

We're one week away from the Altoona Homecoming Parade! ⏰Dr. Linda Vang, who sees patients at both our East and South De...
09/24/2026

We're one week away from the Altoona Homecoming Parade! ⏰

Dr. Linda Vang, who sees patients at both our East and South Des Moines offices, and Dr. Adam Lee of Eye Care of Iowa - South Des Moines, are proud to walk in this year's Altoona Homecoming Parade!

We love getting out in the community we serve, and this parade is a great opportunity to connect with patients and neighbors outside the office.

📅 October 1st | 5:00 PM
📍 Starting at Altoona City Hall, 900 Venbury Dr Ste A, Altoona

Come say hi and cheer them on! A big thank you to the Altoona Area Chamber of Commerce for putting together this wonderful community event.

We can't wait to see you all there! 🎉

🌍 It’s not just sight. It’s an entire future.Othniel first received glasses in Grade 1 through the See Better. Learn Bet...
09/23/2026

🌍 It’s not just sight. It’s an entire future.

Othniel first received glasses in Grade 1 through the See Better. Learn Better. program in Jamaica. Now in Grade 5, he has received a comprehensive eye exam and updated glasses every year for the past five years.

This is the power of sustainable vision care. It’s not about providing care once and walking away. It’s about building systems that allow children like Othniel to access the care they need year after year. 👓💚

By supporting the World Sight Day Challenge, we're helping Optometry Giving Sight invest in sustainable programs that create lasting change.

Your donation can help give another child the gift of clear sight. Join us in making a difference today: https://ogs-usa-donors.givingsight.org/page/FUNTQQPVPEE?fundraiser=NUMFZGRE

The world is waiting. 🌍

Your vision is one of the most important parts of your daily life-which is why understanding your eye health matters thi...
09/21/2026

Your vision is one of the most important parts of your daily life-which is why understanding your eye health matters this National Eye Health Week. Conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration are common as we age, but many people don't know the early signs to watch for or how they can be managed. 👁️

Swipe through to learn more about each condition, what causes it, and how it can be prevented or managed.

Your eye health is personal to us. Whatever your vision needs, we're here to listen, guide you, and provide the care you deserve. 💚

📅 Schedule an appointment with Eye Care of Iowa today: eyecareofiowa.com

No Two People Have Identical Iris Patterns 👁️✨Even identical twins, who share nearly the same DNA, do not share the same...
09/18/2026

No Two People Have Identical Iris Patterns 👁️✨

Even identical twins, who share nearly the same DNA, do not share the same iris. The iris contains 266 unique features shaped by random processes during embryonic development - significantly more than the 16 to 20 features found in a fingerprint, making it one of the most distinctive identifiers in the human body.

It's a remarkable reminder of just how unique your eyes truly are.

🌍 It’s not just sight. It’s an entire future.At just 14 years old, Kalsoom thought the whole world was blurry and that e...
09/16/2026

🌍 It’s not just sight. It’s an entire future.

At just 14 years old, Kalsoom thought the whole world was blurry and that everyone saw the same way she did.

Through the One School at a Time program, with programmatic support from Berkeley Vision and funding support from Optometry Giving Sight, Kalsoom received the eyecare and glasses she needed. 👓💚

Today, she can see the blackboard and her classmates clearly, participate confidently in class, and focus on her future.

That’s why we're proud to support the World Sight Day Challenge (WSDC), helping create more opportunities for people like Kalsoom to see clearly and thrive.

Your donation can help give another child the gift of clear sight. Join us in making a difference today: https://ogs-usa-donors.givingsight.org/page/FUNTQQPVPEE?fundraiser=NUMFZGRE

The world is waiting. 🌍

Contacts give you freedom - to run errands around Des Moines, catch a workout, or head into a big meeting without giving...
08/21/2026

Contacts give you freedom - to run errands around Des Moines, catch a workout, or head into a big meeting without giving your glasses a second thought. But that freedom comes with responsibility. Healthy habits are what keep your eyes comfortable, clear, and infection-free for years to come.

This week, we're reminding our Des Moines community of a few simple but essential rules:
✅ Wash and dry your hands thoroughly before touching your lenses
✅ Never sleep in daily-wear contacts
✅ Replace lenses and lens cases on schedule - even if they "still feel fine"
✅ Keep water away from your contacts (no swimming, showering, or rinsing with tap water)
✅ Don't skip your annual eye exam, even if your vision feels unchanged

It's easy to treat contacts as routine, but your eyes deserve the same care and attention you'd give any part of your health.

If it's been a while since your last check-up, there's no better time than Contact Lens Health Week to schedule one. Our team is here to help you see - and feel - your best.

📅 Book your appointment with Eye Care of Iowa today: eyecareofiowa.com

Proper contact lens cleaning is essential for maintaining healthy eyes and clear vision. 👁️Follow these six simple steps...
08/20/2026

Proper contact lens cleaning is essential for maintaining healthy eyes and clear vision. 👁️

Follow these six simple steps to help reduce your risk of eye infections and keep your lenses in top condition:
1️⃣ Wash and dry your hands
2️⃣Empty and air dry your lens case
3️⃣ Gently rub your lenses with fresh solution
4️⃣ Rinse both sides of each lens
5️⃣ Soak and disinfect in fresh solution
6️⃣ Store overnight and repeat for your second lens

A few extra minutes each day can go a long way in protecting your eye health!

Tired of cleaning your lenses? Talk to your doctor about daily disposable contact lenses!

Back-to-school season means new backpacks, new schedules 🎒📚 - and a great time to think about your child's eyes, too. Di...
08/19/2026

Back-to-school season means new backpacks, new schedules 🎒📚 - and a great time to think about your child's eyes, too.

Did you know contact lenses aren't just for adults? Myopia (nearsightedness) is on the rise in kids, and it doesn't just mean blurrier distance vision - it can increase future risk of serious eye conditions if left unmanaged.

That's where MiSight® comes in: the first FDA-approved contact lens clinically proven to slow the progression of myopia in children. 💚

📅 Ask us if MiSight could be right for your child at their next visit.

Contact Lens Replacement: A Key to Healthy, Happy Eyes👁️✨Replacing your contact lenses on schedule is an important part ...
08/18/2026

Contact Lens Replacement: A Key to Healthy, Happy Eyes👁️✨

Replacing your contact lenses on schedule is an important part of maintaining healthy eyes and comfortable vision. Keep these tips in mind:

📅 Stick to Your Replacement Schedule
Whether you wear daily, bi-weekly, or monthly lenses, always replace them as directed by your eye care provider.

⏰ Set Reminders
Life gets busy. Use your phone or calendar to remind you when it's time to open a new pair.

👀 Pay Attention to Your Eyes
Redness, irritation, discomfort, or blurry vision may be signs that your lenses need to be replaced-or that it's time to contact your eye doctor.

😴 Never Sleep in Lenses Unless Approved
Unless specifically prescribed, avoid sleeping in your contact lenses to reduce your risk of eye infections.

Healthy contact lens habits help protect your vision and keep your eyes feeling their best!

👁️ It's Contact Lens Health Week!Follow along this week as we share tips, best practices, and simple habits to help you ...
08/17/2026

👁️ It's Contact Lens Health Week!

Follow along this week as we share tips, best practices, and simple habits to help you keep both your contacts and your eyes in top shape.

From cleaning routines to common mistakes to avoid, we've got you covered!

08/17/2026

📢 Important Schedule Update — Eye Care of Iowa - South Des Moines

Beginning August 24th, our office hours will change as follows:

We will no longer be open on Mondays. In its place, we will now be open on Fridays.

Our updated hours will be:
Tuesday–Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

We appreciate your understanding as we make this adjustment and look forward to continuing to serve you under our new schedule.

📞 If you have any questions or need to reschedule an appointment, please don't hesitate to contact our office: (515) 287-5565

August is Children's Eye Health & Safety Month and as your kids head back to the court, field, and gym, their eyes deser...
08/14/2026

August is Children's Eye Health & Safety Month and as your kids head back to the court, field, and gym, their eyes deserve the same protection as the rest of their gear.

⚠️ 90% of sports eye injuries are preventable.
⚠️ School-age children are the most at risk.
⚠️ Fingers, elbows, balls, and rackets. Everyday sports moments can become real threats to your child's vision.

🏀🎾⚽ Nano Sport protective eyewear is built to keep them in the game safely and is available at Eye Care of Iowa in Ankeny.

Ask us about sports protective eyewear at your child's next visit and help protect their vision all season long. 👓✨

Show up confidently this school year with contact lenses! You can save an extra $50 on ACUVUE® lenses.* Schedule your co...
08/13/2026

Show up confidently this school year with contact lenses! You can save an extra $50 on ACUVUE® lenses.* Schedule your contact lens exam today! 👁️📚

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For important safety information, visit: https://www.acuvue.com/en-us/important-safety-information/

Did you know that 80% of what children learn is visual? 📚Nearly every moment of your child's school day depends on clear...
08/12/2026

Did you know that 80% of what children learn is visual? 📚

Nearly every moment of your child's school day depends on clear, healthy vision - yet 1 in 4 children has an undetected vision problem.

The tricky part? Kids rarely speak up. To them, the way they see the world is all they've ever known.

Vision problems don't always look like vision problems. They can look like:
👁️ Difficulty reading or avoiding books altogether
👁️ Trouble focusing or staying on task
👁️ Falling behind in class
👁️ Frequent headaches or eye rubbing

This back-to-school season, give your child every advantage. 🎒✏️

📅 Schedule a comprehensive eye exam today: eyecareofiowa.com

Your child can't ace what they can't see! Make sure their eyes are ready for the board, the books, and everything in bet...
08/10/2026

Your child can't ace what they can't see! Make sure their eyes are ready for the board, the books, and everything in between. 📚 👀

Book your child's back-to-school eye exam today: eyecareofiowa.com

Address

1310 Southwest State Street
Ankeny, IA
50023

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8:30am - 11:45am
12:45pm - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

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+15159655788

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