Meet Our Staff
Dr. Cory Seitz O.D.
Dr. Cory Seitz is a 3rd generation optometrist who received his Doctor of Optometry degree from Southern California College of Optometry, the same school his father and grandfather graduated from. During his optometry training he completed internships at OC Retina, a prestigious retina practice in Southern California, as well as internships at the Salem, Oregon Veterans Hospital, Lawton, Oklahoma Indian Hospital, and Tucson, Arizona Veterans Hospital. His internships were primarily focused on ocular disease management along with low vision, pediatrics, and primary care. He has a special interest in ocular diseases such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, dry eye, and glaucoma. During his time in training he was awarded the Presidential Scholarship from his school. Dr Seitz was also recently awarded the prestigious "Young Optometrist Of The Year" award for the state of Utah in 2023.
Prior to optometry school he attended Brigham Young University where he received a bachelors degree in Russian. He was born and raised in Vernal, Utah where he learned to love sports and the outdoors. He enjoys all sports but especially soccer, skiing, hunting, fishing, camping, and spending time with family. He especially loves spending time and traveling with his wife, Rachel, whom he married in 2016. They had their first child, Oliver (Ollie), in June 2020, and their second, Sofia, in May 2022.
Prior to optometry school he attended Brigham Young University where he received a bachelors degree in Russian. He was born and raised in Vernal, Utah where he learned to love sports and the outdoors. He enjoys all sports but especially soccer, skiing, hunting, fishing, camping, and spending time with family. He especially loves spending time and traveling with his wife, Rachel, whom he married in 2016. They had their first child, Oliver (Ollie), in June 2020, and their second, Sofia, in May 2022.
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Dr. Michael Monson O.D.
Dr. Michael Monson graduated from the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN in 2004. He was one of the top graduates in the nation. He received the Presidential scholarship and graduated Magna Cum Laude. He was elected to Beta Sigma Kappa, an international optometric honor society. He received awards for both clinical and academic achievements. He won a national contest evaluating diagnostic skills. His training included an internship at the Albuquerque VA Hospital and a rotation in a specialty contact lens practice. He is a member of the American Optometric Association. He has experience treating ocular disease and providing personalized eye care. Dr. Monson practiced optometry in Montana for over 18 years. He was active in his state association and was Montana Optometrist of the Year in 2016. He served on the Montana Optometric Association Board. He was born and raised along Utah’s Wasatch Front and is now returning to Utah to continue his career. He enjoys many outdoor activities including fishing, skiing, canoeing and biking. He especially enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 children. |
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Susan Carlson- ABO Certified Optician
Susan has enjoyed working in optical for over 25 years. She loves helping people and being a part of their vision progress. She enjoys spending time with her family and taking in the outdoors, especially near the water. She enjoys, hiking,
four-wheeling, kayaking, photography, painting and art. She also has deep love and
compassion for animals.
four-wheeling, kayaking, photography, painting and art. She also has deep love and
compassion for animals.
Lisa Montgomery- Billing/ Contacts
Lisa was born and raised in the beautiful Heber Valley. She’s been working at Wasatch Vision Center since April 2019 as the front desk receptionist and recently moved to billing. She’s had a wide variety of jobs including a few of her own businesses, but this was her first “office job” and she loves it! It suits the way she likes to take care of details. She is a homebody, an early bird, and loves this valley. She especially loves spending time with family, her pets, and enjoying the mountains.
Darla Fredrickson- Optician
Darla loves this job! She loves working for Dr. Seitz and working with the staff at Wasatch Vision. She has a lot of experience in customer service, and really enjoys getting to know the patients. Her favorite part of her job is helping people find frames they love and ordering glasses that are perfect for them! Darla lives in Heber, is married, and has 4 children and 3 grandchildren. Her family is her greatest joy. When she isn’t working, she loves being outdoors and spending time with family and friends.
Angie Kennard- Optician
Has worked in the service industry for over 25 years. She loves helping people and is so excited to work with Dr. Seitz and help people with their optic needs. Angie is a mother of 5 and a new grandmother of 1! She has a great sense of humor and loves to spend time with family. Vacationing in warm tropical places is her favorite hobby!