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Nathan D. Garlick, OD

Optometrist

Diabetic Eye Treatment

Routine Vision Screenings

Contacts and Glasses

Specialty Contact Lenses

Brigham Young University, Bachelor of Science

Ohio State University, Doctor of Optometry

English

German

Meet Dr. Garlick

Nathan D. Garlick, OD is a comprehensive optometrist who understands the life-changing impact that healthy eyes and good vision have on patients of all ages. Dr. Garlick works as part of our eye care team to treat conditions of the anterior segment of the eye, including keratoconus, ocular injuries, and chronic inflammatory diseases. He also helps manage other conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and diabetic eye disease.

Learn More About Dr. Garlick

Dr. Garlick graduated from Brigham Young University with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry. He received his Doctor of Optometry from the Ohio State University. Upon graduation, he was commissioned as an officer in the United States Navy and served as an active-duty optometrist in Okinawa, Japan and San Diego, California. During his service, Dr. Garlick was twice awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal and received the Humanitarian Service Medal for his efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr. Garlick is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and is committed to employing the best practices of comprehensive eye care for his patients. In particular, he finds great joy seeing children receive their first pair of glasses.

“Few things will have greater impact on the future success of our children than receiving proper eye care with their best vision correction. It is my privilege to help facilitate this care and to provide adults and children of all ages what it takes to see the world clearly and enjoy all that life offers.”

On a personal note:

Dr. Garlick was born in Utah but grew up in College Station, Texas. He enjoys beach days with his wife and children, exploring space through his telescope, and reading biographies and the classics. Dr. Garlick is fluent in German.

Dr. Garlick Practices in the Following Locations:

Julie

Everyone was very courteous and friendly. Doctor Schmutz and his nurse took time to explain everything to me. I feel confident in their knowledge and experience.

Gina

All those who attend to me, in the office, and the nurses and assistants are all friendly and kind. I trust everyone at Excel, especially Dr. Gunther.

Lynn

Dr. Gunther is the best. I have total confidence in his expertise and advise and he has a great personality.

Heidi

If you have to have an eye doctor choose this one! Professional, courteous and really cares about you as a patient.

Michael

Great people. Won't go anywhere else. Dr. Gunther is the nicest guy you'll ever meet.

Mitchell

Loved bringing my one year old here. Such a cute facility and everyone was so great with little kids. Highly recommend!

Julianne

Dr. Brad Henriksen was one of the best pediatric ophthalmologists around. With 4 kids needing vision attention he was so good with all of them! Highly recommend Dr. Henriksen!

Bethany

Efficient and Dr. Yeates was great with my daughter, the exam was thorough and it’s the first time an eye doctor has really understood my daughter’s eye issues and known what to do.

Marilyn

Dr Ricks and staff are amazing, friendly, caring and efficient! My eyes are in the best of hands.

Casey

Very pleasant and treated well at my visit. My dry eye condition has gone away since I was given instructions.

Deanna

Love everything about this place! The doctors and staff are EXCEL-lent!

Catherine

Very professional office from the reception desk to the technicians and the doctors. Highly recommend.

Kyle

This is a great office. Very friendly and efficient. I appreciate how Dr. Hatch helps my kids enjoy the check up and very approachable.

Armando

I loved this place and I will recommend this place to friends and family for their eye sight needs because they're knowledgeable and friendly.

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