Dr. Cameron Deschamp, OD
Dr. Cameron Deschamp and his team are dedicated to providing excellent, high-quality eye care with the primary goal of enhancing our patients’ overall quality of life. At Dr. Deschamp’s Practice in Minot, North Dakota, we’re here to help.
About Us
At Dr. Deschamp’s Practice in Minot, ND, we offer eye care for the entire family to keep your vision in tip-top shape. This includes comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, eye disease diagnosis, foreign body removal, and more. Contact our office to schedule regular visits for yourself and your family to keep your eyes healthy and strong.
Get to Know
Dr. Deschamp
Dr. Cameron Deschamp graduated from Minot State University with an undergraduate degree in biology. He then graduated from Pacific University College of Optometry with honors. Dr. Deschamp has been practicing optometry for over 20 years as a member of the National Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association.
Our Services
Primary Care
Many people work hard to keep themselves and their family healthy. In addition to regular visits to a general physician and the dentist, make sure you schedule regular appointments with an optometrist, like Dr. Deschamp in Minot, ND. Even if you don’t need glasses or contact lenses, you should be checked for early signs of eye disease, like cataracts and glaucoma, so you can be diagnosed and treated before vision loss starts. It is also helpful to have an optometrist you are comfortable with who knows your medical history in the event of an eye emergency.
Comprehensive
Eye Exams
Protect your family’s eye health by scheduling regular comprehensive eye exams. Anyone with a family history of eye disease or who needs vision correction should get eye examinations once a year. Those who don’t need glasses or contacts can schedule exams every other year. Dr. Deschamp’s Practice checks every patient’s eyes for early signs of eye disease (like glaucoma or cataracts) to provide treatment before problems start. Dr. Deschamp also helps patients who need vision correction get the best prescription for their glasses or contact lenses.
Contact Lens Exams
At Dr. Deschamp’s Practice, we help patients in the Minot area who want to correct their vision with contact lenses instead of (or in addition to) glasses. After a comprehensive eye examination, Dr. Deschamp will determine the correct prescription. Then, he will help you select the right options for the most comfortable fit, including different brands, modalities, and types. If you’re new to wearing contact lenses, Dr. Deschamp can teach you how to put in and remove your new lenses plus care tips.
Cataracts
Cataracts are an eye disease that typically affects adults over 40 years old, but all adults should get regular eye exams to check for cataracts and other eye diseases, which often don’t have early symptoms. During comprehensive eye examinations at Dr. Deschamp’s Practice, patients are checked for early signs of cataracts so they can be diagnosed and treated before vision loss starts.
Dry Eye
Treatments
Many people struggle with chronic dry eyes that cause red and irritated eyes, eye fatigue, blurry vision, and itchy or burning eyes. There are many causes behind dry eye syndrome, so Dr. Deschamp will perform a comprehensive eye exam to determine the source of the problem. Once the cause is identified, Dr. Deschamp will create a custom treatment plan to provide relief.
Eye Emergencies
In the event of trauma to your eye (chemical splash, foreign object stuck in the eye, a scratch, or other problem), you should contact Dr. Deschamp’s Practice right away for an emergency appointment. If the eye is swollen, you have a loss or change in vision, or you see flashing lights, it’s important to get professional help from an optometrist to prevent further damage to your eyes. Pink eye or other eye infections can also be treated by Dr. Deschamp. His experience in eye care allows him to quickly diagnose and treat many optical problems.
Geriatric Eye Care
Your eye health is important at every age, but once you are over 65 years old, you are at higher risk for many eye diseases, like cataracts and glaucoma, as well as age-related macular degeneration. Many of these eye diseases don’t have obvious early symptoms, so without regular eye exams, you may not know you have a problem until your vision is diminished. Dr. Deschamp’s Practice offers geriatric eye care, which includes regular eye exams to detect problems before they affect your vision. Early diagnosis often leads to more treatment options and helps you avoid irreversible vision loss.
Glaucoma
Like cataracts, the risk of glaucoma increases after the age of 40. Also, like cataracts, glaucoma has few early symptoms, so it’s important to get regular eye exams to diagnose and treat glaucoma before vision loss starts. Glaucoma causes pressure on the optic nerve and can lead to blindness without treatment. During regular eye exams at Dr. Deschamp’s Practice, patients are checked for early signs of glaucoma.
LASIK
If you have vision problems, you may be excited about the idea of LASIK laser eye surgery so you don’t have to wear glasses or contact lenses. While LASIK can help many people with myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism, Dr. Deschamp can help you decide if you are a good candidate and what you can expect, both during the process and after LASIK.
Sports Vision Training
If you want to improve your athletic performance, Dr. Deschamp’s Practice offers sports vision training. After a comprehensive eye exam, including vision tests, Dr. Deschamp will create a personalized program of exercises in vision training to increase reaction time, improve hand-eye coordination, widen peripheral vision, and more to enhance your skills in your preferred sport.
Frequently
Asked Questions
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What is your total out-of-pocket exam fee?The out-of-pocket fee for an exam at Dr. Deschamp’s Practice in Minot, ND will depend on your insurance. The current private pay exam fee for glasses is $95.
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How much does it cost for a soft contact lens fitting?The current fee for a Soft Spherical Contact Lens Fitting at Dr. Deschamp’s Practice is $135.
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What types of insurance do you take?Dr. Deschamp’s Practice in Minot, North Dakota currently accepts many types of insurance, including Avesis, Davis Vision, and Superior.
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How do I use my insurance?Please notify the Front Desk at Dr. Deschamp’s Practice of your insurance information prior to your appointment to make sure your benefits are understood.
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I’m not sure what vision insurance I have. What should I do?You can check with your company’s HR department or bring in your insurance card so the staff at Dr. Deschamp’s Practice can verify your insurance benefits and then schedule an appointment.
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Should I call my optometrist or my primary care doctor if I think I have pink eye?Dr. Deschamp’s Practice does offer diagnosis and treatment for pink eye. However, we encourage you to check your medical insurance benefits before deciding to see an optometrist or your primary care doctor for pink eye.
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Do I need to do anything to prepare for my eye examination?Dr. Deschamp’s Practice has a very brief medical questionnaire so we can evaluate any eye problems that may relate to medical conditions.
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I still have questions. What should I do?Feel free to call our office in Minot, North Dakota and talk to Dr. Deschamp’s staff. We will happily answer additional questions.
Contact Us
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Opening Hours
Monday: 9:00 - 5:00
Tuesday: 9:00 - 5:00
Wednesday: 9:00 - 5:00
Thursday: 9:00 - 5:00
Friday: 9:00 - 1:00
Saturday & Sunday: CLOSED