Meet Dr. Laura Armstrong

Dr. Laura Armstrong, OD, MED, FAAO, founded our practice with a strong focus on supporting the community and advancing eye health. After graduating from Pacific University with her doctorate, she began working as a patient-centric optometrist, dedicated to providing thoughtful care that prioritizes each patient’s individual needs and ensures outstanding results.
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Our Doctors

The foundation of our great eye care is our staff.
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Laura Armstrong

OD, MED, FAAO

Dr. Laura Armstrong, OD, MED, FAAO, was first drawn to eye care in 9th grade, and she followed that interest all the way to Pacific University where she received her doctorate. She established our practice on the same principles we hold dear today: supporting the community and small businesses, being proactive about eye health, and doing the right thing for patients.

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Katlyn Peterson

OD

Dr. Peterson earned her Doctorate of Optometry in 2020 and specializes in ocular disease, specialty contact lenses, and pediatric optometry. A lifelong optometry patient, she is passionate about patient care and education.

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Sarah Curtiss

OD

Dr. Sarah Curtiss has more than 12 years of experience and she specializes in comprehensive eye care. She lives in the St. Johns neighborhood and enjoys knowing that the people she serves are her friends, family, and neighbors.

Dr. Sarah Lucas O.D. at Alberta Eye Care

Sarah Lucas

OD

Dr. Sarah R Lucas graduated from Pacific University, brings more than five years of experience to our team, and provides wide-ranging optometry services to her patients.

Dr. Sarah Lucas O.D. at Alberta Eye Care

Alex Helling

OD
Dr. Alex Helling earned her Doctor of Optometry from Western University College of Optometry. She completed externships across the country with an emphasis in dry eye management, low vision, and ocular disease. She has seen firsthand the kind of impact dry eye issues have on people of all ages and is passionate about helping patients not only see better, but feel better in their daily lives. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Helling enjoys spending time with family, traveling, and exploring Portland.
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Lean Moran

OD

Dr. Leah Moran earned her Doctorate of Optometry from Pacific University and is proud to be raising her family in Portland. She is passionate about making clear, healthy vision accessible to patients throughout their lifetime. 

Dr. Sarah Lucas O.D. at Alberta Eye Care

Aaron Salzano

OD, FAAO, FOVDR

Aaron Salzano, OD, FAAO, FOVDR, graduated from Pacific University and completed a residency in pediatrics and vision therapy at Southern California College of Optometry. Always exploring nuance, he will eagerly discuss topics ranging from myopia control, to traumatic brain injury rehabilitation, to the best neighborhood coffee roasters.