Expert Eye Care From Caring Optometrists in Lamar & La Junta, CO
We take pride in building lasting relationships with our patients, which is why we take the time to get to know you, your vision requirements and your lifestyle needs.
Ark Valley Vision Care
(Formerly known as Ballantyne Vision Care)
Supreme Eye Care & Eye Exams in Southeast Colorado
Our mission: to provide quality vision care to the people of Southeast Colorado. Dr. Ballantyne and Dr. McConkie, enjoy getting to know each patient and they carefully craft each vision prescription to meet your personal and occupational needs. At Ark Valley Vision Care we accept new patients of any age. We recommend getting your first eye exam between the ages of 6 and 12 months. At this critical time of vision development, we can rule out potential problems early on. Dr. Ballantyne is an Infant See provider, meaning that he will examine infants between the ages of 6 and 12 months for free!
We treat our patients like family and take care of them as we would like to be taken care of ourselves. We have a modern office with all the latest digital technology. What separates us from the rest is our knowledgeable, helpful, personable doctors and staff who are committed to doing everything in their power to make your experience perfect.
Whether you wear daily, weekly or monthly disposables, or conventional (vial) lenses, check out our selection of lenses that fit your needs.
We carry the latest European and American designer eyewear collections in a variety of styles, colors, and materials.
Our comprehensive eye exams are thorough and accurate because Dr. Ballantyne takes the time needed with each patient for each exam.
Please call us at (719) 383-0134 to check your coverage if you do not see your insurance plan listed or if you have any questions
iCare tonometers are based on unique, patented rebound technology, in which a very light and small probe is used to make a momentary contact with the cornea. No specialized skills for its use the quick and painless measurement is barely noticed by the patient and any anesthesia or inconvenient air puffs are not needed at all. iCare technology has been proven accurate and reliable by several clinical studies. iCare Tonometers for easy, accurate and patient-friendly intra-ocular pressure measurement. Learn More
Ark Valley Vision Care offers emergency services that require immediate and urgent eye care. If your eye is injured, don’t try to judge the severity of it. Immediately seek the opinion of an eye doctor to lessen the risk of hurting your vision. We understand ocular emergencies can arise at any time. Please call our office number: (719) 383-0134 for further instructions. Use your best judgment on urgency, if you feel you need to find the nearest emergency room.
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What Is Vision Therapy or Vision Training?
Vision Training or Vision Therapy also called orthoptics is an individualized program for the treatment of non-refractive vision problems. Eye exercises and tasks are tailored to the child's specific vision problem. The therapy can be performed in an optometrist’s office with additional visual tasks that the child will need to perform daily at home. Learn More
Three key differences in the scleral lens technology?
- The lens doesn’t touch the cornea but rests on the sclera or the white part of the eye to increase comfort.
- Microscopic adjustments to the lenses can be made to customize the fit of each lens to each patient’s unique needs.
- Can add highly customized, unique prescriptions onto each lens to provide even better vision. Learn More
Bausch+Lomb ULTRA
Bausch + Lomb ULTRA contact lenses with MoistureSeal® technology helps prevent lens dehydration that may be caused by reduced blink rates. Spending more time on digital devices may mean you are less satisfied with your contact lenses.
AIR OPTIX AQUA
AIR OPTIX AQUA breathable contact lenses allow up to 5 times more oxygen through the lens than traditional soft contact lenses. More oxygen provides for healthier eyes and more comfortable wear. Discover comfortable all day wear that can last as long as one month.
Biofinity
Biofinity is a high performing silicone hydrogel soft contact lens and is the most innovative material available in soft contact lenses.
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LA JUNTA LOCATION
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La Junta, CO 81050-1430
- Phone: (719) 383-0134
- Fax: (719) 404-1825
HOURS
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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LAMAR LOCATION
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Lamar, CO 81052
- Phone: (719) 336-3311
- Fax: (719) 404-1825
HOURS
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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