Valparaiso Optometrist Eye Doctor Stephen Buck, O.D. Northwest ...
Optometry • Valparaiso, IN
About
Northwest Indiana Eye & Laser Center is a Valparaiso-based eye care practice offering comprehensive services including eye exams, cataract surgery, LASIK, eyeglasses and contact lenses, and treatment for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma. Established in 2001, the center serves multiple Northwest Indiana counties with board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists. It operates three Valparaiso locations, with a small team and about $10 million in annual revenue. Website: nwindianaeyeandlaser.com. If you’re seeking an optometrist near Valparaiso, they provide routine eye exams and vision care, though the practice appears to be more ophthalmology/eye care focused. Phone: 219-464-8223 or 574-772-2012.
Clinic Type
Optometry (multi-location group)
Address
851 Eastport Centre Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Phone
219-464-8223
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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FAQs
Q: Do you offer eye health and vision examinations for eyeglasses and contact lenses?
A: Yes. Dr. Buck provides eye health and vision examinations for eyeglasses and contact lenses, including specialized contact lens fitting.
Q: Do you fit multifocal contact lenses for presbyopia?
A: Yes, Dr. Buck has experience with multifocal contact lenses for presbyopia and other complex fittings.
Q: Is Dr. Buck affiliated with any professional organizations?
A: He is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Northwest Indiana Optometric Society.
Q: Does the practice offer LASIK, cataract, or eyelid procedures?
A: The practice lists LASIK, cataract surgery, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) among services.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- RateMDs: 5.0/5 (Not explicitly specified, but noted as 5.0 rating)
- WebMD Care: 5.0/5 (1)
- Sharecare: 3.0/5 (2)
Patients praise
- high ratings on some medical review platforms
Common complaints
- reports of feeling rushed during appointments
- concerns regarding front office communication and insurance network status
"We felt very rushed after waiting for some time to be seen. When we did get in to see Doctor Buck (son), he seemed like he was in a hurry to be anywhere but in the room with us. Dismissed all issues and pretty much gave no advice or help."
— BirdEye review of Northwest Indiana Eye & Laser CenterSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Assa Burton - Optometrist in Valparaiso, IN — May 14, 2026
- Dr. Whitney R. Purtzer, OD - Optometrist in South Bend, IN — May 14, 2026
- Dr. Steven W. Blausey, OD - Optometrist in Newark, OH — May 14, 2026
- Dr. Nicholas E. Bantz, OD - Optometrist in Fishers, IN — May 14, 2026
- Dr. Lauren I. Vanderreyden, OD - Optometrist in Mishawaka, IN — May 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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