We improve lives by helping people see better.
At Visionsmith Eye Care, we offer comprehensive family-friendly eye care services from our brand-new facility in Jackson, MI. With decades of experience behind us and state-of-the-art eye instruments, we provide affordable, top-quality eye care every Monday – Friday from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm. Take care of your eyes with comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, and same-day, high-quality eyewear right next door.
Our Team
Dr. W. Darrell Smith
Dr. W. Darrell Smith has been a board-certified, practicing optometric physician for over 39 years. He acquired his Doctor of Optometry degree from Michigan College of Optometry, and he specializes in everything from comprehensive family care and emergencies to contact lens fittings and optical coherence tomography. His passion for eye care sprouted from a career day presentation during his junior year of high school. In his free time, Dr. Smith enjoys amateur radio operating and participating in community outreach through his local church.
Kayleen Boyd
Kayleen has always been passionate about improving people's lives since she was a kid, and she could not have found a better position to do just that. She is the oldest child out of four girls. She was always the one to look after her little siblings and it grew into helping and looking after others as she got older. Kayleen avidly donates her time to local helping hands and gives back to the community in any way she can.
Ms. Boyd graduated from Colorado Technical University with an Associates in Business Management and Accounting in 2018. Since joining the Eyemart Family as an optician in January of 2021, she has since been promoted to General Manager of the Grand Rapids location in June of 2022. And now she has been given the opportunity to be a super special Dual General Manager, by being the General Manager here in Jackson and also in Grand Rapids as of November 2023.
In her spare time, Kayleen enjoys photography and anything outdoors. And she is quite obsessed with everything related to holidays; you will often find her sporting holiday themed earrings.
Taylor Hall
Taylor is one of our experienced Optometric Technicians. She grew up in the Irish Hills area of Lenawee County Michigan. And went on to complete her bachelor's degree in biology at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan. In her free time, Taylor enjoys gardening, baking, sewing, and various do-It-yourself projects.
Tairrie Atkinson
Tairrie is an accomplished leader and optician of 5 years. She has built her career from part time sales associate, to top in sales leading the district, to optometric technician supervisor, and to assistant manager. She is currently the lead doctor technician and excited to grow with the Eyemart family. Tairrie plans to increase productivity by using business acumen and leadership skills she obtained with her degree in business. Tairrie is well traveled, loves to sing, going to movies, and helping her community. She is a joy and light to our team and always brings a welcoming smile and energy to greet you.
Our Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Every adult should get a comprehensive eye exam at least every 2 years. And depending on your family history of eye disease, more frequent visits are recommended (once or twice a year.) Our top-of-the-line equipment can reliably detect cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and Plaquenil ocular toxicity before they progress beyond treatable bounds.
Contact Lens Exams
Whether you’re new to contacts or an everyday wearer, our contact lens exams ensure your new lenses fit, your prescription is accurate, and they’re comfortable to wear.
Pediatric Eye Care
We recommend that children get eye exams as early as 6 months old. Staying ahead of your child’s eye development is crucial because their formative years are the best time to remedy any irregularities. Schedule a pediatric eye exam if your child is experiencing any of the following vision-related symptoms: • Eye rubbing • Excessive blinking • Squinting • Covering one eye when trying to focus • Headaches
Geriatric Eye Care
Seniors 65 and up should get a comprehensive eye exam at least once a year. Past this age, eye tissue and structure change much faster, so staying on top of your eye health should be prioritized.
Eye Emergencies
Call our office immediately for an emergency visit if you’ve suffered an eye injury or a sudden vision change. We commonly treat pink or red eye but can assist with most urgent eye care needs.
Dry Eye Treatments
Are dry eyes causing your visual impairment and discomfort? Call us today to schedule a dry eye consultation. We’ll provide the personalized treatment you need to alleviate your symptoms.
Eye Disease Evaluations
Visionsmith Eye Care’s state-of-the-art eye equipment can detect and help diagnose various eye diseases.
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Cataracts
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Cataracts is the most common eye disease in people over 40. They occur when your eye’s lens becomes clouded. Symptoms may only appear once cataracts are far along, so frequent eye exams with your optometrist are the quickest way to identify early indicators.
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Glaucoma
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Glaucoma occurs when pressure inside the eye causes damage to the optic nerve. It’s another common eye disease in people over 40.
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Plaquenil Ocular Toxicity
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The medication Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) can potentially cause retinal toxicity. If you’re taking it, we recommend an optometrist evaluation for ocular toxicity because effective treatment depends on swift detection. If left undetected, it can result in peripheral vision loss, visual acuity degradation, and night vision loss.
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Diabetic Retinopathy (Diabetic Eye Disease)
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A retinal disease caused by diabetes. Early stages of diabetic retinopathy are marked by weakened blood vessels in each eye, causing blurry vision and even legal blindness.
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Macular Degeneration
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Macular Degeneration causes central vision loss due to damaged retinas. There are two forms of Macular Degeneration: atrophic (dry) and exudative (wet). Detection and treatment options vary from person to person and between each type.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is your total out-of-pocket exam fee?Comprehensive eye exams start at $79.00
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How much does a soft contact lens fitting cost?Contact lens fittings range from $75 - $125.
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Should I call my optometrist or my doctor if I have pink eye?It’s good practice to call your optometrist first for any eye-related ailments. Eye doctors are usually better equipped to diagnose and treat these issues.
Contact Us
Hours
Monday – Thursday 9AM – 6PM
Friday 9AM – 3:30PM