Vance Thompson Vision

08/13/2025

Happy Birthday to Dr. Brooke Messer and Dr. Spenser Morton! Your dedication and hard work for our patients inspire us all—wishing you both a fantastic day!

08/11/2025

Join us in wishing our newest MD, Dr. Keegan Mechels, a very happy birthday!

Dr. Mechels will be Omaha's new oculoplastic surgeon. We are thrilled for him to start his clinic and surgery schedule in September. Happy Birthday, Dr. Mechels! We're so happy to have you. 🎈🎂🥳

08/11/2025

Meet our 2025–2026 Fellow and Residents!
We’re proud to welcome the newest members of our team in Sioux Falls and West Fargo. Through our ophthalmology fellowship and optometry residency programs, they’ll gain an extra year of advanced, hands-on experience in cataract, refractive, corneal, and glaucoma care — all while learning side by side with our world-class team.

08/08/2025

My LASIK is wearing off… or is it?

If your vision has started to shift years after LASIK, it doesn’t mean your procedure is failing.

Our latest blog breaks down what’s really happening when post-LASIK vision changes occur and what signs to watch for.

Read the full blog here: https://www.vancethompsonvision.com/blog

08/04/2025

Did you know you can fine-tune your vision after cataract surgery? Dr. Tanner Ferguson walks you through what to expect with the Light Adjustable Lens—the only lens that lets you customize your prescription after it's in your eye.
Learn more about all your options here: https://www.vancethompsonvision.com/services/cataract -cataract-surgery

08/03/2025

One & Done — LASIK, PRK, Cataract, or RLE in one streamlined experience.
✅ 1 day
✅ 1 drop
✅ 1 trip
✅ 1 call

Appointments available within 2 weeks — just in time as you start to think about making the most of your benefits before the year ends!

Learn more about how we make vision correction simple:
🔗 https://www.vancethompsonvision.com/patient-experience

08/01/2025

We are incredibly proud to celebrate 9 years in the West Fargo community! Thank you to all our patients and community partners for your unwavering support.

07/31/2025

Clear Answers, On Demand
Have questions about LASIK, Refractive Lens Exchange or cataracts? Our Clear Answer About Clear Vision series on YouTube breaks it all down in quick, 2–3 minute videos from the experts at Vance Thompson Vision.

Link in bio or go to https://shorturl.at/gnfHJ

07/29/2025

It's truly heartwarming to read feedback like this from our patients in Billings, MT! We're so proud of Dr. Swan and our entire team for consistently providing professional, comfortable, and world-class patient care. We believe everyone deserves an "A+" experience when it comes to their vision.

Curious about what other patients are saying about their journey to better vision? Read more patient reviews on Google!

07/27/2025

Christmas in July? Yes, Please! 🎄
Why wait until December to give the best gift there is—the gift of clear vision?

Whether it's LASIK, PRK, RLE, or ICLs, our comprehensive vision correction program can help your loved ones (or you!) see life more clearly—without the hassle of glasses or contacts.

🎁 Call us today to schedule a consultation—because clear vision is truly worth celebrating any time of year.

07/24/2025

Nervous about LASIK? You’re not alone.
Dr. Tanner Ferguson explains what really happens during LASIK — step by step — so you can feel confident and prepared.
Watch the video and see why so many say, “I wish I’d done this sooner.”
Link - https://youtu.be/7PTsz7qO-4s

07/23/2025

There’s nothing like seeing the flower fields in full bloom, the river flowing gently, and the mountains standing tall — life is meant to be seen clearly.

06/13/2025

Big Congratulations to Tatjana!

We’re so proud to share that our amazing team member, Tatjana, is off to medical school! After incredible years with Vance Thompson Vision, we can’t wait to see the impact she’ll make in the world of medicine.

Your future patients are lucky to have you!

02/03/2025

Wishing a very happy birthday to Dr. Swan!

Not only is he an outstanding surgeon, but he is also an incredible father of five, committed husband, a devoted traveler, and a passionate advocate for mission work.
His ability to pick up any sport and excel like a pro is just one of the many things that make him extraordinary. Beyond his talents, his kindness and commitment to providing the best care for all of Montana set him apart. Whether he’s adventuring with his family or making a difference in the community, Dr. Swan’s impact is truly remarkable.

We are so grateful to have him here in Montana—happy birthday, Dr. Swan! #40

10/16/2024

The 2024 Montana Symposium was a tremendous success, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to all our vendors, sponsors, doctors, and staff for making it possible.

Next year, we’ll be back in Bozeman, but we truly appreciate everyone who took time out of their Friday to travel to Billings for a day filled with education and collaboration.

Happy Travels!

08/29/2024

Thank you to all the Great Falls ODs who joined us for dinner with Dr. Russell Swan to discuss Interventional Glaucoma. There’s a lot of enthusiasm for iDose TR and iStent infinite standalone procedures in Montana!

We appreciate your continued trust in us with your patients.

Thanks for being a great host 3-D, a classic Montana staple from the 1940s 🥂

08/16/2024

Thank you Bozeman Area Chamber of Commerce for a great day of golf!!! ⛳️ 🏌🏼‍♀️🏌🏼‍♂️

07/28/2024

We're so proud of our Rodeo Ambassador, Deena N Tayla Moeykens, for taking first place in barrel racing!

She loves her LASIK and is seeing her way to victory!

Nobody has matched Moeykens' time this year at Frontier Park in Cheyenne.

07/24/2024

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the doctors who attended our Missoula dinner on glaucoma research. It was a delightful evening of education and camaraderie.

A Special appreciation goes to Jennifer Lee from Glaukos for traveling from Spokane and shout out to our beautiful venue for hosting us!

Looking forward to our next gathering!

06/24/2024

Thank you Thrive for putting on another successful golf tournament! Year #3 for the WIN 🥇 ⛳️

Thank you Dr. Owens, Kolby and Dr. Creger for joining us for a great day on the course!

04/06/2024

HAPPY 4-06 day. We feel so blessed to live in Montana. Check out these pictures of our staff and their families enjoying the state!

“My favorite state has not yet been invented. It will be called Montana, and it will be perfect.” – Abraham Lincoln

04/03/2024

Check out Dr. Swan's inspiring video on the Bozeman Area Chamber of Commerce homepage!

He discusses our company's commitment to always doing what's right, unparalleled patient care, and having the world's best technology. While the video dates back to 2020, our enduring mission remains as relevant as ever, mirroring the growth of the Bozeman community!

The Bozeman Chamber of Commerce is working to enhance Bozeman's quality of life through economic development, business training and support, networking opportunities, and tourism improvements and is committed to helping our members.

03/27/2024

Cheers to this rockstar team of Montana doctors and directors who care for thousands of patients from Montana and Wyoming each year! 🤩 You are loved by your team and patients for your commitment to excellence and your enduring enthusiasm for changing lives through changing vision. 🙌

From left to right: Dr. Russell Swan, MD (Billings & Bozeman), Susan DeGroot (Bozeman Director), David Kelly (Billings Director), Dr. Ceara Steiner, OD (Billings), Dr. Travis Whitt, OD (Bozeman), and Dr. Cullen Ryburn, MD (Billings).

Learn more about our doctors here: https://www.vancethompsonv