Dr. Dana L. Day

Dr. Day is an Optometrist in Casper and Douglas providing complete eye care services for the surrounding communities. Dr. Day began his career as a resident with The Eye Institute of Utah shortly after receiving his Doctor of Optometry from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry in 1998. After completing a one year residency in ocular disease, he was hired as the clinic director of the Casper, Wyoming office for The Eye Institute of Utah. In 2004, Dr. Day founded The Eye Institute of Wyoming, P.C. and established a second office in Douglas, Wyoming.

As a licensed optometrist, Dr. Day provides exams, diagnoses, and treatments of all disorders that affect the eye or vision. In addition to training in eye diseases and disorders, Dr. Day is also trained in anatomy, pathology, pharmacology, biochemistry, and physiology. With this background, Dr. Day is trained to recognize a range of health issues; such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetes, and dry eye.

Dr. Day works hard to stay current on the latest advances in eye health and vision care and regularly attends continuing education seminars and advanced training courses. It is because of Dr. Day’s dedication to continuing education that our patients receive the most modern and progressive vision care available. Dr. Day is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, a member of the American Optometric Association, and Past-President of the Wyoming Optometric Association.

Dr. Day is actively engaged in the community and has served on various boards including the Chamber of Commerce and the Boy Scouts of America. He has received various scouting awards including the Eagle Scout Award, the Scoutmaster Award of Merit, the District Award of Merit, and the prestigious Silver Beaver Award. He is active in his church and currently holds a leadership position there. He is also serving as the Wyoming Optometric Legislative Chair, and as a committee member on the American Optometric Association’s Education Center Committee. He was the recipient of the Wyoming Optometric Optometrist of the Year award in 2020 and the esteemed American Optometric Association’s Presidential Award in 2021. Most recently, he received the James A. Boucher Distinguished Service Award from the Wyoming Optometric Association in 2022.

Dr. Day and his wife, Nikki are the proud parents of four children, grandparents of four grandchildren, and are happy to call Wyoming home. They do enjoy an occasional trip to somewhere tropical and warm in the winter time. Extra curricular activities include golfing, recreational league softball and volleyball, water-skiing/wakeboarding, woodworking, and home improvement projects.

Michelle Stewart

Optometric Technician

My early employment was in accounting and business offices however, I burned out of that. I went back to school to become a phlebotomist after my father’s health started to decline. His experience was horrible and eventually led to his death. So, I decided that from that point on I would be part of the medical field. I really don’t care what part of the medical process I am in, I just want to make that process as pleasant as possible. I only work part time but that affords me the ability to take care of my husband’s poor health the rest of the week. I’m just glad I can be part of this practice and team to make every patient feel heard and feel better than when they came for their appointment.

While I take care of my husband and his medical needs there are other things I like to do. I like to watch documentaries, knit, crochet, draw, paint, counted cross stitch, and when I have outside animals I love taking care of chickens, turkeys, and ducks. Interestingly enough at one time I had all the birds and 3 cows. I’m lucky that we have enough land to do all of the animals and have a garden too. Maybe in the future we might open up our place for the kids in town to keep FFA animals here or others who don’t have the space for gardens to plant here. That would be fun on the weekends. We will see. The future is untold.

Jordyn Kensbock

Optician

Hi, I’m Jordyn! I’m one of the friendly faces you’ll see when you visit our clinic, and I love helping patients feel comfortable and cared for from the moment they walk in. I genuinely enjoy connecting with people and being part of a space that values eye health, education, and a positive patient experience.

Outside of the clinic, I love being outdoors and staying active, which has made me especially mindful of eye protection and long-term eye health. I also have a strong appreciation for personal style and believe that eye care can support both how you see and how you feel. I’m always happy to answer questions, guide patients through their visit, and help make each experience welcoming and stress-free.

Karissa Watson

Receptionist

Hi, I’m Karissa! I’m originally from Evanston, Wyoming, and now call Douglas home. I have a background in patient care and truly enjoy helping people feel comfortable and cared for. At the front desk, I love being the first friendly face you see and helping make your visit as smooth as possible. Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, getting lost in a good book, and spending time with my three kids and two sweet grandbabies. I also have a twin sister, which has always been a special part of my life.