Young Optometric Physician of the Year

2025 Young Optometric Physician of the Year - Evan Dunn, OD

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Edmond – The Oklahoma Association of Optometric Physicians (OAOP) is pleased to announce Dr. Evan Dunn as the 2025 Young Optometric Physician of the Year. This award recognizes an exceptional optometrist with fewer than ten years in practice who has already made a remarkable impact on the profession.

Dr. Dunn practices at Omni Eye Center – Laser Vision in Edmond, where he is known for clinical excellence, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to patient care. He is certified in therapeutic lasers and and has built expertise in specialty contact lenses and dry eye management.

“Dr. Dunn exemplifies what it means to be a rising star in optometry,” said OAOP President Dr. Justin Lindsey. “He brings talent, humility, and heart to everything he does, and we’re proud to recognize his achievements.”

Dr. Dunn has also been an active member of the OAOP, serving on the Congress Committee, participating in Special Olympics Opening Eyes, and completing the Leadership Optometry program. His passion for the profession began in an anatomy class and continues in his clinic as well as through his mission work in Honduras—experiences that continue to shape his patient-first approach.

In accepting the award, Dr. Dunn said, "Optometry has been an incredibly rewarding path, and I’ve been fortunate to work with great mentors and amazing patients. This recognition is a reminder to keep learning, serving, and helping people live better through better vision."

The OAOP congratulates Dr. Dunn on this well-deserved honor and looks forward to his continued leadership in the field.

Past Honorees: 

2024- Phillip Ford, OD

2023- Blake Carlisle, OD

2022- Kyle Henderson, OD

2021- Colby Ricks, OD

2020- Kyle Tate, OD

2019- Trevor Conklin, OD

2018- Scott Mendell, OD

2017- Tyson Allard, OD

2016- Nathan Lighthizer, OD, FAAO

2015- Randi Day, OD

2014- Crystal Mosteller, OD

2013- Lynsey Bigheart, OD

2012- Selina McGee, OD, FAAO, Diplomate American Board of Optometry

2011- Zeddie Cantrell, OD, Diplomate American Board of Optometry

2010- David Jones, OD

2009- Stephanie Rice, OD

2008- Jeff Elliott, OD

2007- Jason Rhynes, OD

2006- Kevin Wells, OD

2005- Jason Ellen, OD

2004- Heidi Thoden, OD & Wes DeRosier, OD

2003- Larry Charles, OD

2002- Jo'el Sturm, OD

2001- David Hall, OD

2000- James Ward, OD

1999- Tami Ross, OD

1998- Larry Henry, OD

1997- Dawn Holsted, OD

1996- Douglas T. Cook, OD

1995- Wesley Hall

1994- Jamie Archer Bennett, OD

1993- Jeff D. Miller, OD

1992- Dan G. Bintz, OD

1991- Michael E. Bennett. OD

1990- Kevin M. Swartz, OD

1989- Dean I. Dornic, OD

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