Doctors & Staff
Meet the experienced and friendly doctors and staff who make Heath Family Eyecare a proud provider of vision care products and services in Fort Dodge.
Dr. Brent Heath – Optometrist
Dr. Brent has been practicing optometry in a corporate setting in Fort Dodge since the summer of 2007 with his wife Bethany. He completed his undergraduate work at the University of Nebraska, and earned his Doctorate from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2006 with clinical honors. Dr. Brent’s professional interests include urgent eyecare, ocular nutrition, innovations in dry eye disease treatments, and preventative eyecare for Age-related macular degeneration. Dr. Brent’s interests outside of eyecare include anything outdoors (and preferably on a mountain), exercising, and spending quality with his family.
Dr. Bethany Heath – Optometrist
Dr. Bethany will be joining the practice after her youngest son enters kindergarten. She grew up in Dubuque, Iowa, graduated from the University of Iowa in 2002, and received her Doctorate from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2006 with clinical honors. Dr Bethany’s professional interests include pediatric eyecare, cosmetic eye health, and soft contact lens fittings. Her interests outside of eyecare include traveling, reading, & coordinating schedules for her seven kids.
Jessie Allen-Linn – Dual Certified Optician
Jessie has over 20 years of experience in all types of optical industries. She earned her American Board of Opticianry certification in 2004 in addition to her National Board Contact Lens Examiners certification in 2007 – making her a dually certified optician. She is fascinated with the art of combining science and fashion in a pair of eyewear. Outside of all things optical, Jessie enjoys watching sports with her family, traveling, and spring/summer flower gardening.
Brad Wood – Optical Laboratory Technician
Brad has over 35 years of experience in the lens fabrication process. He spent many years helping his dad manage his own lens laboratory at a young age. Brad has worked at the 1st Ave South lab for 15 years. His professional goal is to provide the best service and product as possible each day. Outside the optical lab, he enjoys collecting & selling sports cards, and playing guitar.
Ashley Hisler – Paraoptometric Receptionist and Billing Specialist
Ashley has 6 years of experience being a friendly and organized paraoptometric receptionist and billing specialist. Her professional interests include solving complicated insurance cases and patient relations. Outside of the office, she enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her friends, family and cats.