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Meet Our Team at Westrum Optometry

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Westrum Optometry–Your Vision Care Team in Des Moines


We pride ourselves on delivering personalized, high-quality optometry to every patient we serve. Our team of optometrists commits to helping you and your family achieve and maintain optimal eye health.

With our team’s years of experience and access to the latest technology, we can handle various eye conditions, from routine vision exams to more complex ocular diseases. We believe in creating lasting relationships with our patients by providing compassionate vision care in a warm and welcoming environment.

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Bilingual & Culturally Competent Care

We offer services in English and Spanish, ensuring clear communication, building trust, and creating an inclusive, welcoming environment for all patients in Des Moines.

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Patient-Centered Services

Our team offers specialized care, including myopia management, dry eye treatments, and vision therapy, delivering personalized solutions that address each patient’s vision needs and health outcomes.

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Education & Patient Empowerment

We educate patients about their eye health, explaining conditions and treatments in simple terms, ensuring informed decisions, better outcomes, and confidence in the care they receive.

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Trusted Bilingual Eye Care for the Des Moines Community

| Extending Eye Care Beyond Our Clinic Walls |

Community Engagement and Local Partnerships


Our practice participates in local events and collaborates with businesses and organizations in the Des Moines area. By engaging with the community, we build strong relationships and extend our care beyond the walls of our clinic.

Whether it’s participating in health fairs, sponsoring local events, or working with nearby organizations to promote wellness.

By supporting our neighbors' overall health and well-being, we continue to build goodwill and trust within the community. Our involvement in community outreach also helps raise awareness about eye health, encouraging individuals to prioritize their vision and seek professional care when needed.

Westrum Optometry is proud to serve the residents of Des Moines and surrounding areas.

Dr. Samantha Thompson, O.D.
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Education: Central College (B.A.), Southern College of Optometry, Memphis, TN (O.D.)  Specialties and Services:  Primary care  Myopia control  Binocular vision dysfunction  Vision therapy  Diagnosis and treatment of eye injuries, infections, and diseases  About Dr. Samantha Thompson (Dr. Sami)  Dr. Samantha Thompson, known to her patients as Dr. Sami, is excited to return to her home state of Iowa to serve the community at Westrum Optometry. Raised in Knoxville, IA, Dr. Sami attended Central College, where she was an athlete on the women’s tennis team. After completing her undergraduate education, she earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN, in 2024.  Drawn to optometry for its unique opportunity to care for patients of all...
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Education: University of Iowa (B.A.), InterAmerican University College of Optometry, San Juan, Puerto Rico (O.D.)  Specialties and Services:  Comprehensive eye exams  Eye disease management  Vision care for Spanish-speaking patients  About Dr. Joel Westrum  Dr. Joel Westrum is the co-founder of Westrum Optometry and has been serving the Des Moines community with exceptional eye care since 2006. Born and raised on a family farm near Stratford, IA, Dr. Westrum developed a deep appreciation for community service and hard work. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Iowa before pursuing his Doctor of Optometry degree at InterAmerican University in San Juan, Puerto Rico.  Following graduation, Dr. Westrum returned to Iowa and gained extensive experience working at Wolfe Clinic, where he...
Dr. Joel Aaron Westrum, O.D.
Dr. Jesse Westrum, O.D.
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Dr. Jesse Westrum has been serving patients at Westrum Optometry since 2011. He has a bachelors degree from Emmaus Bible College. This was followed by his doctoral training at InterAmerican University School of Optometry. Jesse enjoys spending time with his family and friends and has a passion for the game of golf. Education | Emmaus Bible College / InterAmerican University College of Optometry...

Meet Our Staff Members

Karime Reveiz Westrum
Owner
Karime graduated from the University of Iowa in 2003 earning degrees in Art and Environmental Studies. After graduating from the...
Carmen
Office Manager
Carmen has been at Westrum Optometry since October of 2014 and took over as our Office Manager in 2016. She...
Gris
Assistant Manager
Gris has been with Westrum Optometry since April of 2016. She took a new role as our Assistant Manager in...
Susana
Patient Care
Susana has been with Westrum Optometry since April of 2011 where she specializes in patient care. Susana primarily works assisting...
Olga
Optometric Assistant, Optical Coordinater
Olga has been with Westrum Optometry since January 2022. She specializes in helping you find the perfect frame that will...
Leslie
Optometric Assistant
Leslie has been with Westrum Optometry since November of 2016. She works with you on finding the perfect frame to...
Yulisa
Optometric Assistant
Yulisa has been with Westrum Optometry since April 2019. She strives to help people meet their vision needs by helping...
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