White River Eye Care

White River Eye Care White River Eye Care is to proud to offer comprehensive medical eye care to you and your family. Dr. Hayden Sowers is a Board-certified Optometric Physician.

We use today's best technology to keep your eyes as healthy as possible. We custom fit your glasses and contact lenses to keep you seeing your best! He received his O.D. degree from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tenn., and is a member of the Arkansas Optometric Association, Fellowship of Christian Optometrists, and the American Optometric Association. Dr. Sowers’ training has allowed him to focus on the study of ocular disease, with Ophthalmologists and residency-trained Optometrists, in Memphis, TN and Yakima, WA. Other areas of training include primary eye care, pediatrics, and contact lens fitting. Dr. Sowers grew up in Shirley and Clinton, Ark., and earned his undergraduate degree, B.S. in Biology, from the University of Central Arkansas. He is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys spending time fishing and hunting with his three sons.

Since joining us, Dr. Kilgore has already made such a positive impact with our patients. She has been such a wonderful a...
09/07/2025

Since joining us, Dr. Kilgore has already made such a positive impact with our patients. She has been such a wonderful addition to our team. The article below shows more about her background, her approach to care, and why we’re so thrilled to have her here!!!

We’d love for you to experience her compassionate care firsthand, so book your appointment soon!

Sponsored Content White River Eye Care in Batesville is proud to announce that Dr. Elizabeth Kilgore, O.D., has joined its growing team of eye care professionals. Dr. Kilgore brings a wealth of expertise and a compassionate approach

07/21/2025

✨Exciting News!✨
We are now open until 3:00 PM on Fridays at our Batesville location to better serve you! 🎉
Dr. Kilgore will be in office Fridays and has openings!
Call us to schedule your exam — we can’t wait to see you! 🤓

06/11/2025

🌟 We’re Hiring! Join Our Team! 👓
Position: Front Desk Receptionist

Are you friendly, organized, and passionate about helping others? We’re looking for a warm and professional Receptionist to be the first smiling face our patients see!

What You’ll Do:
✅ Greet and check in patients
✅ Answer phones and schedule appointments
✅ Handle patient intake and insurance verification
✅ Maintain a clean, welcoming front desk area
✅ Support our team with administrative tasks

We’re Looking For:
✔ Excellent communication and people skills
✔ Basic computer knowledge and ability to learn office systems
✔ Strong attention to detail and multitasking abilities
✔ A positive attitude and a team-player mindset

Previous medical or eye care office experience is a plus, but not required. We’re happy to train the right person!

If this sounds like the right fit for you, please send your resume to bkbilling15@gmail.com

Join us in celebrating our girl Liv on her 1 year anniversary being at White River Eye Care! Liv is one of our technicia...
06/05/2025

Join us in celebrating our girl Liv on her 1 year anniversary being at White River Eye Care! Liv is one of our technicians and is an absolute ray of sunshine ☀️ Thank you for all that you do!

Looking for a new eye doctor?? 🧐Call our office and schedule with Dr. Kilgore. She is accepting new patients of all age ...
05/20/2025

Looking for a new eye doctor?? 🧐

Call our office and schedule with Dr. Kilgore. She is accepting new patients of all age groups. She is in office Tuesday’s and Wednesday’s and has availability as soon as next week.

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Call (870) 793-4681 to schedule.

Dr. Sowers and some of our staff brought a random object to work today! 🤣
05/09/2025

Dr. Sowers and some of our staff brought a random object to work today! 🤣

Check out Alexis Wheat741’s video.

Come and check out our great selection of COSTA sunglasses! We are offering a summer discount so come in and ask us abou...
05/02/2025

Come and check out our great selection of COSTA sunglasses! We are offering a summer discount so come in and ask us about our deals! 😎

ANNOUNCEMENT!!We got new frame brands in stock! Come check-out our optical department for the latest UNDER ARMOUR and KA...
04/29/2025

ANNOUNCEMENT!!
We got new frame brands in stock! Come check-out our optical department for the latest UNDER ARMOUR and KATE SPADE frames.
Read the full picture and you will notice our fun fact about these brands!

Stop by and check out our April special! 🤓😎
04/24/2025

Stop by and check out our April special! 🤓😎

Join us in celebrating the two-year anniversary of our technician, Maigan Davis! We are lucky to have her! Thank you, Ma...
04/17/2025

Join us in celebrating the two-year anniversary of our technician, Maigan Davis! We are lucky to have her! Thank you, Maigan, for your hard work over the past two years!

White River Eye Care is seeking a Front Desk Receptionist at our clinic in Batesville, AR. If you are interested in this...
02/23/2025

White River Eye Care is seeking a Front Desk Receptionist at our clinic in Batesville, AR. If you are interested in this position, please apply at the indeed link listed below or submit a resume to bkbilling15@gmail.com.

White River Eye Care

12/10/2024

A couple of announcements:

- We are removing the online scheduling option on our website; we ask that all patients call the office to schedule or reschedule appointments.

- Our office will be closed December 24th- December 26th

- We will be closed January 1st for the New Year

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2402 Harrison Street
Batesville, AR
72501

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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Dr. Hayden Sowers is a Board-certified Optometric Physician. He received his O.D. degree from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tenn., and is a member of the Arkansas Optometric Association, Fellowship of Christian Optometrists, and the American Optometric Association. Dr. Sowers’ training has allowed him to focus on the study of ocular disease, with Ophthalmologists and residency-trained Optometrists, in Memphis, TN and Yakima, WA. Other areas of training include primary eye care, pediatrics, and contact lens fitting. Dr. Sowers grew up in Shirley and Clinton, Ark., and earned his undergraduate degree, B.S. in Biology, from the University of Central Arkansas. He is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys being involved in church. In his spare time, he enjoys mountain biking, hunting, and spending time with his three young sons. He looks forward to serving the community of Bald K**b and its surrounding areas.