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Expert Optometry Services in Boulder, CO
We are a dedicated optometry practice serving the Boulder, Colorado community with comprehensive eye care solutions. Our team combines decades of clinical experience with advanced diagnostic technology to address both routine and complex vision needs. From precise glasses prescriptions and contact lens fittings to specialized treatments for eye diseases like glaucoma and macular degeneration, we prioritize personalized care tailored to individual lifestyles.Our commitment to excellence extends to refractive surgery consultations, including LASIK and PRK, and innovative myopia control for children. Located inside Aspen Eyewear, we offer convenient access to top-tier optical services while maintaining partnerships with local ophthalmologists for holistic patient care. With board-certified expertise and a focus on patient education, we strive to ensure optimal vision health across all age groups.
Services
Routine Eye Exams
Contact Lenses
LASIK/PRK
Eye Disease Management
Trauma Care
Red Eye Treatment
Infant Eye Assessments
Myopia Control
Specialty Contact Lenses
Dry Eye Treatment
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of clinical experience in optometry.
- We offer free eye assessments for infants under one year old.
- We accept most Eyemed vision plans and major medical insurance.
- We specialize in myopia control with treatments reducing progression by 50%.
- Our team includes a Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry.
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Optometry
What people say
Thorough examination
Saved my eyesight
Best optometrist
Expert dry eye treatment
Excellent infant care
Services
Routine Eye Exams
Our comprehensive eye exams check for vision clarity, eye health, and diseases like glaucoma. Using advanced technology, we tailor prescriptions to your lifestyle needs. Ideal for maintaining long-term vision health and updating eyewear.
Contact Lenses
We provide precise contact lens fittings and competitive pricing on brands like Acuvue and DAILIES. Our specialists ensure comfort and clarity while offering myopia control options for children needing specialized lenses.
LASIK/PRK
We offer pre- and post-operative care for LASIK and PRK procedures. Our doctors collaborate with refractive surgeons to determine candidacy and optimize outcomes for patients seeking permanent vision correction solutions.
Eye Disease Management
We diagnose and manage conditions like macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma using advanced imaging. Our treatments focus on slowing progression and preserving vision through personalized care plans.
Infant Eye Assessments
Free comprehensive eye exams for infants under one year detect early vision issues. We assess developmental milestones and provide guidance to parents about their child's visual health and future needs.
People
Michael A. Bollenbacher
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry with 25+ years of experience. Specializes in refractive surgery, dry eye treatment, and contact lens fittings. Board-certified and serves as Team Optometrist for University of Colorado Athletics.
Nicole Ramos
Optometrist
Residency-trained in refractive surgery and ocular disease. Focuses on glaucoma management and pre/post-operative care. Active member of Colorado and American Optometric Associations.
Cheryl Fitch
Optometric Assistant
20+ years of experience in eyecare. Coordinates appointments, insurance, and contact lens orders. Primary patient contact for scheduling and administrative support.
Nikki Pattermann
Insurance Billing Coordinator
Over a decade of optometry practice experience. Manages insurance billing complexities and serves as resource for coverage questions related to vision and medical plans.
Questions
What services do you offer for children's vision care?
We provide free eye assessments for infants under one year and specialize in myopia control for children with progressive nearsightedness.
Do you accept vision insurance?
We accept most Eyemed vision plans for routine exams and major medical insurance for eye disease treatment. Contact us for specific coverage details.
What emergency eye care services are available?
We prioritize trauma cases immediately. For red eyes, foreign bodies, or scratched corneas, call us directly for urgent evaluation and treatment.
Do you provide LASIK consultations?
Yes, our doctors offer free LASIK/PRK consultations to determine surgical candidacy and coordinate care with local refractive surgery centers.
Reviews (5)
ZoeAnne Crandell
Jul 08, 2021
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Dr. Bollenbacher and Associates goes above and beyond for their clients. I just completed Lasik and I have felt supported beginning to end! From Dr. Bollenbacher's extensive knowledge, scientific nature and professionalism to the warm nurturing greetings of everyone else. I am absolutely certain that I found the optical gem of Boulder county! Thank you, Dr. Bollenbacher and Associates, for everything!
Daniel Bosco
Nov 25, 2020
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While I did not meet with Dr. Bollenbacher, I did meet with one of his associates Dr. Marrocco. She was fantastic. I went in for what I thought would be a normal check up because I have was having vision/pain issues in my left eye. She was very thorough and detailed in the examination which lead her to refer me to an Ophthalmologist, which from there referred me to the ER for an MRI which lead to me being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis.
It might sound like a leap, but I strongly believe that a lesser optometrist would not have had the attention to detail and care to start this referral process, and may have resulted in me not discovering this terrible condition as early as I did. I will always be thankful for Dr. Marrocco for what she did for me. I recommend her to anyone experiencing any vision issues. Plus she sings while doing the check up which was a treat.
It might sound like a leap, but I strongly believe that a lesser optometrist would not have had the attention to detail and care to start this referral process, and may have resulted in me not discovering this terrible condition as early as I did. I will always be thankful for Dr. Marrocco for what she did for me. I recommend her to anyone experiencing any vision issues. Plus she sings while doing the check up which was a treat.
Julie
Jan 16, 2020
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After a shaky start, I found Dr. Bollenbacher to be very competent, attentive and focused on providing excellent care.
Barbara Maloy
Oct 22, 2019
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I highly recommend Dr. Bollenbacher. He gives thorough exams, explains in a friendly manner and shows you everything on his state of the art software He diagnosed and tracked my eye condition, Saltzmans Nodules, for years, giving me increasingly complicated glasses prescriptions until it was time to have them removed. (By eye surgeon Dr. Richard Stewart of Boulder, also excellent). Dr. B was there for the short procedure.
I've seen him many times since, where he gives me great confidence on my eye health with his visual computer records and explanations. Even if you need a simple eye exam, he gives the most thorough exam and clear verbal description I've ever had anywhere, and I've worn contacts or glasses since the 2nd grade. My husband agrees, he changed doctors to get Dr. Bollenbacher.
I've seen him many times since, where he gives me great confidence on my eye health with his visual computer records and explanations. Even if you need a simple eye exam, he gives the most thorough exam and clear verbal description I've ever had anywhere, and I've worn contacts or glasses since the 2nd grade. My husband agrees, he changed doctors to get Dr. Bollenbacher.
J.
Mar 30, 2019
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Being new to needing vision correction, I have found Dr Bollenbacher to been extremely helpful in diagnosing my challenges!
