Dr. Sarah Swanson has long aspired to become an optometrist. She majored in biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and went on to graduate from the Southern California College of Optometry in 2002. After graduation, Dr. Swanson felt a draw to Sacramento and began practicing at Eyes on J in 2002. In 2004, she purchased the practice and is proud to share her education with her patients.
As part of her dedication to her patients, Dr. Swanson, O.D. participates in many forms of continuing education. In addition, she is a member of the American Optometric Association, the California Optometric Association, and the Sacramento Valley Optometric Society.
Dr. Spencer Fairgrieve is a Nothern California native. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Health Science from Santa Clara University and went on to graduate from UC Berkley School Of Optometry. After graduating optometry school she went on to practice optometry in the state of New York while also completing a residency in Public Health and Ocular Diseases at The State University Of New York. Upon completion of her residency Dr. Fairgrieve decided to come back to her home state of California to continue practicing optometry. She is very compassionate and has a strong attention to detail. She is excited to be a part of the Eyes On J team and is eager to share all of her education with her patients.
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Everyone from front desk to Dr. Swanson, my optometrist, was a delight to speak with and they made me feel very comfortable as a new patient who was looking to try on contacts for the first time.
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Very friendly staff. Helped me get a appointment quickly. It was my first visit but Dr. Swanson spoke to me like she was an old friend. Answered all of my questions and didn't try to push me to do anything or purchase anything I didn't want to. Absolutely wonderful experience.
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Dr. Swanson has been my optometrist for over 12 years. She is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. She is always willing to work with her patients to ensure their needs are met. I highly recommend her for anyone who needs an optometrist.
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Appreciated the time to go over frames with me and could tell that Dr. Sara genuinely cared about my eye health. I wasn’t just another new client. We went over a plan and are starting best practices. Definitely recommend!
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