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Zionsville Eyecare is an independent optometry practice with more than 40 years of local history, and we are committed to delivering the best in personalized eye care.

Our team of experienced professionals use cutting-edge technology to enhance your vision and eye health, and we value patient relationships and strive for complete satisfaction.

For questions, please contact our office by calling 317-873-3000 or emailing us at info@zeyecare.com.

Our Doctors

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Nicholas Garn, O.D.

Dr. Garn, a Columbus, IN, native, is the owner of Zionsville Eyecare, Carmel Eyecare and Cadre Vision. He holds a B.S. in Biology and a Business Foundations Certificate from Indiana University, followed by graduate studies in Biology at IUPUI. 

After earning his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Indiana University School of Optometry in 2006, Dr. Garn developed a focus on pediatric vision development and ocular disease. He has played vital roles serving through all the executive ranks for the Central Indiana Optometric Society before serving Indiana Optometry as the first liaison to the Indiana University School of Optometry and later the state convention chairman. Most recently Dr. Garn finished a four-year role as the central trustee for Indiana Optometry. Dr. Garn is a recognized industry speaker and a regular participant in exclusive professional events. He has been honored with numerous awards including Indiana’s Young OD of the Year and most recently Boone County’s Empowering Leader of the Year.

Dr. Garn is the founder and visionary of Cadre Vision, a software and consulting company that helps other eye care providers offer patients simple in-office vision plan solutions and has recently helped lead the optometric community in providing direct-to-patient surgical solutions for eye care through Lucent Surgery and Aesthetics.

Dr. Garn resides in Zionsville with his high school sweetheart, Laura. They have three children, Sawyer, Emmett, and August, and a precocious Bernie-doodle, Sasha. He serves as a sound technician and former trustee at Freedom Church where he has taught Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace and Legacy courses. Dr. Garn's dedication to his patients and community remains unwavering.  

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James Haines, O.D.

Dr. Haines feels fortunate to have grown up in the then “Mayberry-like” small town of Zionsville following his move from Speedway, IN, in 1963 at age 9. He graduated from Zionsville Community High school in 1972.

Following undergraduate studies at Purdue University, Dr. Haines received a B.S. in Optometry and later his Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) in 1978 from the Indiana University School of Optometry in Bloomington. He completed externships at the VA Hospital in Cleveland and Bethesda Naval Hospital in Maryland.

Dr. Haines served as a medical service corps officer in the U.S. Navy. He spent two years assigned to Pearl Harbor Naval Regional Medical Center and served as director of the optometry clinic at Kaneohe Marine Corp Air Station in Hawaii. Following his active-duty military service, he returned to Zionsville to begin private practice in 1980.

He has enjoyed being involved in many local community activities including serving as board president and capital campaign chairman for the Boys & Girls Club of Zionsville as well as president of the Zionsville Optimist Club, and Zionsville Christian Church. He was instrumental in the founding of the Zionsville Alumni Association, the annual “Hit the Bricks” charity run, and the area phone book recycling program. Dr. Haines also has served on the board of directors of Boone County Senior Services Foundation, Sullivan Munce Cultural Center, Zionsville Chamber of Commerce, Zionsville Pathway Advisory Committee, and currently serves as a volunteer board member of Shalom of Lebanon.

Dr. Haines is a lifetime member of Volunteer Optometric Services for Humanity (VOSH) and has traveled with their missions to Honduras and Cuba. He is a 35-year member of the American Optometric Association and served as president of the Central Indiana Optometric Society and the Indiana Optometric Association in 2004. He also has served as chairman of the IOA membership and convention committees. In 2013, Dr. Haines received the highest recognition bestowed from IOA, the prestigious Optometrist of the Year Award and he has traveled with their missions to Honduras, Cuba, and Kenya.

He and his wife, Julia, reside in rural Zionsville and have two grown children and two granddaughters. He enjoys traveling, spending time in Brown County, Hawaii and California, walking, IU sports, and producing homemade maple syrup at their Maple Hill Farm each winter.

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Ami Fraser, O.D.

Dr. Fraser is originally from Houston, Texas. She attended the University of Texas, where she graduated with a B.A. in psychology and a minor in zoology. She then earned her Doctorate of Optometry degree at the University of Houston College of Optometry (UHCO). During her last year at UHCO, she completed a neuro-ophthalmology rotation in Houston and chose to extern at the Randolph Air Force Base in San Antonio and Lyons V.A. in New Jersey. Dr. Fraser was heavily involved in numerous extracurricular activities at UHCO: She was the co-chair for the orientation committee for incoming students, a member of the admissions committee, and an instructor in ocular anatomy for TEXACOP, a summer program for undergraduate students interested in optometry. Upon graduation, Dr. Fraser chose to further continue her studies by completing a residency in primary care/low vision rehabilitation at Palo Alto Veterans Hospital in California.

Upon completion of residency, Dr. Fraser worked in an ophthalmology practice in San Francisco for two years, and then relocated to Austin, where she joined a private practice. After several years in Austin, she and her husband, Jonathan, relocated to Sydney, Australia, for her husband’s work. While in Sydney, she worked with one of the top retinal specialists in Australia. Then, after two years, they moved back to the U.S. and relocated to Indianapolis, where Dr. Fraser joined Zionsville Eyecare part-time.

Dr. Fraser’s professional interests include primary eye care, optometric medical care, and contact lens fittings. Her diverse professional background has given her a broad prospective of optometry and serving patient needs. She is dedicated to treating each and every patient like a family member and ensures that her patients leave with a full understanding of their eyes, including overall health and vision correction.

Dr. Fraser currently resides in the greater Zionsville area, with her husband, Jonathan (a New Zealander), and their two young daughters, who keep them on their toes. She enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, reading, exploring new restaurants, and yes, practicing optometry.

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Julia Blank, O.D.

Dr. Blank was born and raised in South Bend, Indiana. She received her Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from Indiana University, and later her Doctor of Optometry from the same institution. After earning her doctorate, she went on to complete a one year residency in Low Vision, gaining expertise in a field created to maximize the use of sight in the visually impaired. She has since enjoyed practicing full-scope optometry, addressing the eye and vision needs of the entire family, but takes special interest in multifocal and mono-vision contact lens fits, as well as treating dry eye. Dr. Blank has been with ZEC since 2013.

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Matthew Clark, O.D.

Dr. Clark grew up in Indianapolis and graduated from Lawrence Central High School in 2006. He received a B.S. and an M.S. in Biology from Purdue University before heading to Indiana University for his Doctorate of Optometry. Following graduation from IU Optometry in 2015, he was the head clinician at the LASIK Vision Institute in Carmel. He now practices full-time at Carmel Eyecare, while spending a few days each month here at Zionsville Eyecare.

Dr. Clark strives to provide thorough ocular care and education to all of his patients. He offers primary care, ocular emergency and disease management, and contact lens services. 

He resides in Westfield with his wife, and former Zionsville Eyecare optician, Katie. They have two young children, Lawson and Brenna.

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Grace Arnold, O.D., FAAO

Dr. Arnold was raised in Monticello, IN. She graduated from Valparaiso University with a B.S. and later attended Indiana University School of Optometry where she earned her Doctor of Optometry. During her time at IU, Dr. Arnold was involved in numerous professional organizations, served as an associate instructor for several clinical courses, and was a member of the Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honor Society.  Dr. Arnold completed her externships with experience in primary care, neuro-rehabilitation, pediatric optometry, and ocular disease. Dr. Arnold graduated with honors and was the recipient of the William Feinbloom Low Vision Award.

Dr. Arnold chose to further her education by pursuing and completing a post-doctoral residency program at Jesse Brown VAMC and Hines VAMC in Chicago, IL. Her residency program offered a multidisciplinary approach to ocular care. She has extensive training in medical management of ocular disease, low vision rehabilitation, and the fit and management of medically indicated specialty contact lenses.

Dr. Arnold continues to be an active participant in her professional community. She is a member of the Indiana Optometric Society, American Optometric Association, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. She has participated in several outreach projects both locally and internationally. She has volunteered to repair and adjusts glasses at local nursing homes, lead multiple school science fair programs to help promote the importance of ocular health, participated in the Lions Club Low Vision Clinic, and partnered with philanthropic and humanitarian organizations to provide care to children within the Negril school district of Jamaica.

Dr. Arnold and her husband, Dan, and their toddler, reside in the northern Indianapolis area. They love spending time with their family and friends, traveling, boating, golfing, and cheering on the Boilermakers.

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Evan Murray, O.D.

Dr. Murray was born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska. He completed his B.S. in Health Management at Saint Louis University, followed by doctorate studies at Indiana University School of Optometry. While at IU, he was an active member of numerous student organizations, and took on leadership roles to facilitate optometric industry awareness among fellow classmates. His clinical training included a wide scope of experiences at Indianapolis Eye Care Center, University of Nebraska Truhlsen Eye Institute, and the Hershel Williams VA Medical Center. 

Prior to joining Zionsville Eyecare in 2023, Dr. Murray served patients in Noblesville and Marion, IN, as part of a large group practice. His areas of interest include family eye care, contact lenses, LASIK consultations, diagnosis, treatment and co-management of ocular diseases and conditions, including dry eye syndrome, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and cataracts. He is committed to excellence in patient care, and works hard to ensure that every patient is satisfied with their experience at ZEC. 

Dr. Murray and his wife, Sarah, currently live in Carmel with their two young children Owen and Theo, and goldendoodle Louie. From backpacking, hiking, and skiing in the mountains, to lake and ocean activities, they love to spend time outdoors and alongside family and friends.

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Meret Thomas-Huebner, O.D.

Dr. Meret grew up in the Evansville, Indiana area. She graduated from Castle High School and attended Indiana University, where she received her B.A. in Anthropology. She stayed in Bloomington to attend Indiana University School of Optometry.

During optometry school, she became involved with Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity and helped to organize an IUSO build day with Habitat for Humanity. After graduating Dr. Meret moved to Indianapolis to complete a primary care residency. During her residency, she developed a special interest in treating dry eye disease.

Dr. Meret enjoys cooking, is a new gardener, and is looking forward to connecting with the Boone County Habitat for Humanity.

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Caitlin Parks, O.D.

Dr. Parks is a Zionsville native and is excited to be back in the community she has always called home. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Purdue University and her Doctor of Optometry from the Indiana University School of Optometry.

Dr. Parks was nationally recognized as the 2023 Student of the Year by the American Optometric Student Association and inducted into the Gold Key International Optometric Honor Society. She practices full-scope optometry, with a focus on advanced dry eye treatment and the management of ocular diseases including diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, and glaucoma. She also offers specialty contact lenses, pediatric care, and myopia management.

When she’s not in the clinic, Dr. Parks enjoys traveling, reading, checking out new restaurants, and spending time with family and friends. As a former Zionsville Royalaire, she also has a lifelong love of music.

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Matthew Hammond, M.D

Dr. Hammond is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract and refractive surgery. He performs surgery for Zionsville Eyecare patients at our center, Lucent Surgery and Aesthetics.

He earned his undergraduate degree magna cum laude from Utah State University and his medical degree from George Washington University. He completed his internship and ophthalmology residency at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C., where his research won the Best Resident Free Paper award at the Biennial Military Ophthalmology Meeting.

Dr. Hammond served nine years on active duty as an Army ophthalmologist. He was Chief of Ophthalmology at Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital at Fort Polk, Louisiana. He then became Chief of Ophthalmology and Director of the WarFighter Refractive Surgery Program at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany. His service earned him the Meritorious Service Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, and Humanitarian Service Awards for relief work after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. He continues to serve as an ophthalmologist in the U.S. Army Reserve.

In private practice, Dr. Hammond owned Logan Eye in Logan, Utah, and later served as medical director of Swagle Wootton Eye Institute in Mesa, Arizona. He has published research on refractive surgery outcomes. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

Community

At Zionsville Eyecare, we are committed to giving back to our community. We are very proud to partner with the following local, regional, and national organizations by donating volunteer time, efforts, and/or financial support.

ADOPT A TROOP

AL WHARRY IU ALUMNI GOLF OUTING

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOC GREATER INDIANA CHAPTER

AMERICAN LEGION POST 79

ANDY’S RIDE SCHOLARSHIP

ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF INDIANAPOLIS

BLACKBOX THEATRE COMPANY

BOONE COUNTY 4-H CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

BOONE COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

BOONE COUNTY IU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

BOONE COUNTY SENIOR SALUTE

BOONE COUNTY SENIOR SERVICES

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF ZIONSVILLE

BREBUEF HIGH SCHOOL BISTRO AUCTION

CENTRAL INDIANA YOUTH FOR CHRIST GOLF OUTING

CHAMPIONS ARE READERS (CAR) LITERACY PROGRAM

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF BOONE COUNTY

CROP WALK OF ZIONSVILLE

DANIEL WEBSTER FAMILY ACADEMY IPS #46

FREEDOM CHURCH (LEBANON)

GOOD NEWS MINISTRIES OPEN GOLF TOURNAMENT

HUNT CLUB ROAD AREA HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION ILADD, INC.

INDIANA OPTOMETRIC ASSOCIATION

INDIANA UNIVERSITY CHEERLEADING FUND

INDIANA UNIVERSITY VARSITY CLUB.

INDY SURVIVEOARS

JOSIAH’S RIDE-CRUZIN 4 A CURE

KARL HARFORD FOUNDATION GOLF OUTING

LINCOLN PARK CONCERT SERIES

MAPLELAWN FARMSTEAD- MOVIE NIGHT

MORNING DOVE THERAPEUTIC RIDING FASHION SHOW

NATIONAL AMERICAN MISS

OFF MAIN STREET PLAYERS

OPERATION GRATITUDE

PETE PADDOCK SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT

PIKE TOWNSHIP EDUCATION FOUNDATION

PSI IOTA XI

RELAY FOR LIFE / AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

ROCK BOTTOM FOUNDATION GOLF TOURNAMENT

ROTARY CLUB OF ZIONSVILLE

SACRED SELECTIONS

SERTOMA CLUB EAST INDIANAPOLIS “SUPPORT OUR TROOPS” SHALOM HOUSE

SHARON BASSETT FOUNDATION FOR BREAST CANCER

SPECIAL OLYMPICS OF INDIANA

SPEEDWAY CITIZENS COMMITTEE

ST. ALPHONSUS CHURCH 5K- SPONSOR

ST. FRANCIS OF THE FIELDS EPISCOPAL CHURCH FASHION SHOW

SULLIVAN MUNCE CULTURAL CENTER

TASTE OF ZIONSVILLE STREET DANCE

THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY

TIMMY FOUNDATION INC.

TRADERS POINT CHARITY HUNT ANNUAL BALL

TRI KAPPA PURSE AUCTION

USO

VILLAGE DANCE STUDIO

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VISION USA

VOLUNTEER OPTOMETRIC SERVICE FOR HUMANITY

WESTERN BOONE HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOK

WITHAM HOSPITAL FOUNDATION

YOUNG LIFE OF ZIONSVILLE

ZCHS AFTER PROM

ZIONSVILLE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

ZIONSVILLE BAND AND ORCHESTRA PARENTS

ZIONSVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

ZIONSVILLE COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB

ZIONSVILLE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS VISION SCREENINGS

ZIONSVILLE COUNTRY MARKET SPONSOR

ZIONSVILLE EDUCATION FOUNDATION

ZIONSVILLE FIRE DEPT BANQUET AND GOLF OUTING

ZIONSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL SHOW CHOIRS

ZIONSVILLE KIWANIS CLUB

ZIONSVILLE LIONS CLUB

ZIONSVILLE LITTLE LEAGUE

ZIONSVILLE MARCHING EAGLES

ZIONSVILLE MEADOWS “SUMMERFEST”

ZIONSVILLE MERCHANT ASSOCIATION

ZIONSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL PTO

ZIONSVILLE OPTIMIST CLUB

ZIONSVILLE PARKS DEPT ZIONSVILLE Soars

ZIONSVILLE SWIM CLUB- SPONSOR

ZIONSVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

ZIONSVILLE YOUTH FOOTBALL LEAGUE