CURTIS A. ONO, O.D.
Doctor of Optometry
Vice President, American Optometric Association (2026-2027)
Co‑Owner, Puget Sound Eye Care, Seattle & Bellevue, Washington
Former President, Great Western Council of Optometry (GWCO)
Areas of Expertise
Pediatric Vision & Family Eye Care
Specialty & Difficult-to-Fit
Contact Lenses Ocular Disease Management
Preventive Eye Health & Care
About DOCTOR GEIST
Dr. Curtis A. Ono is a nationally recognized optometric leader, clinician, and advocate dedicated to expanding access to high-quality vision care. He serves as Vice President of the American Optometric Association (AOA) and is co-owner of Puget Sound Eye Care in Seattle and Bellevue, Washington.
A graduate of Indiana University, Dr. Ono has built his career around comprehensive eye care, ocular disease management, specialty contact lenses, and public health outreach. Throughout his professional journey, he has remained committed to serving patients of all ages while advancing the profession through leadership, education, advocacy, and volunteer service.
Dr. Ono has long championed programs that improve access to vision care for underserved populations. He founded the Minnesota Vision Project and continues to volunteer with organizations including InfantSEE, Vision USA, and the Millionair Club Charity Eye Clinic, helping provide eye care services to infants, uninsured patients, and individuals experiencing homelessness.
His work reflects a strong belief that quality vision care should be accessible to everyone regardless of age, income, or background.
Public Health Eye Care Programs
Vision Care for Underserved Communities
Professional Leadership & Advocacy
Optometric Education
Professional Highlights
Vice President of the American Optometric Association (AOA), elected in 2026.
Member of the AOA Executive Committee and AOA Board of Trustees.
Former President of the Great Western Council of Optometry (GWCO).
Former President of the Optometric Physicians of Washington (OPW).
Founder and Chair of the Minnesota Vision Project, improving access to vision care for underserved communities.
Volunteer provider for InfantSEE, Vision USA, and the Millionair Club Charity Eye Clinic.
Recipient of the AOA President's Award.
Recipient of the OPW Jack Hale Lifetime Achievement Award.
Recognized as one of America's Top Optometrists by the Consumers' Research Council of America.
National advocate for patient access, community vision programs, public health initiatives, and professional leadership within optometry.
