Dr. Kerri Svanda, OD

A compassionate and highly experienced optometric physician, Dr. Svanda is dedicated to helping patients achieve their best possible vision through personalized care and expert post-operative management.

Personalized, Expert Eye Care with a Patient-First Approach

With over 20 years of experience in refractive surgery co-management, medical optometry, and advanced diagnostics, Dr. Kerri Svanda, OD, brings an unparalleled depth of expertise to Bellevue Precision Vision. Having worked in leading ophthalmology and LASIK centers across the Pacific Northwest, she specializes in pre- and post-operative care for LASIK, PRK, SMILE, refractive lens exchange, ICL, and cataract surgery. Dr. Svanda is known for her warm, approachable nature and her ability to connect with patients, ensuring they feel comfortable, informed, and confident throughout their vision care journey.

Her passion for embracing new technology and staying at the forefront of optometry allows her to provide cutting-edge, customized vision solutions for each patient.

At Bellevue Precision Vision, Dr. Svanda works alongside Dr. Audrey Talley Rostov, MD, to deliver a boutique, high-touch patient experience. Together, they help individuals achieve optimal visual outcomes with the latest advancements in eye care.

An Esteemed Background

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD) – University of Missouri-St. Louis, 1996
Bachelor of Science in Biology, Cum Laude – St. Louis University, 1992

Professional Memberships & Affiliations

American Optometric Association
Optometric Physicians of Washington
King County Optometric Society

Expertise & Role at Bellevue Precision Vision

Dr. Svanda plays a vital role in guiding patients through every stage of their vision correction journey. She specializes in:

Pre-Operative Evaluations: She conducts detailed vision assessments to determine the best vision correction plan for each patient.
Post-Operative Care & Monitoring: She ensures optimal healing and vision recovery after LASIK, PRK, SMILE, ICL, RLE, and cataract surgery.
Advanced Refractive Surgery Co-Management: She works closely with Dr. Rostov to customize treatment plans and ensure exceptional patient outcomes.
Comprehensive Patient Education: She takes the time to explain procedures, set expectations, and provide long-term vision care guidance.

Her expertise in surgical co-management and patient education ensures that every individual receives seamless, high-quality care before and after their procedure.

Why Patients Love Dr. Svanda

Compassionate & Patient-Focused: She genuinely cares about each patient’s vision goals, ensuring they feel supported, informed, and at ease.
Exceptional Communication: Dr. Svanda has a gift for explaining complex eye procedures in a way that is clear, relatable, and easy to understand.
A Calming, Reassuring Presence: Her caring, “mom vibe” approach helps ease anxiety, especially for patients feeling nervous about surgery.
Passion for Innovation: She embraces new vision correction technologies, allowing her to provide the latest and most effective treatments.

Whether working with young professionals seeking freedom from glasses, patients with complex refractive needs, or older individuals exploring lens-based correction, she delivers expert guidance and customized care every step of the way.

Beyond the Exam Room

Originally from the Midwest, Dr. Svanda met her husband—also an optometrist—during optometry school. They bonded over their mutual love of hockey and daiquiri-flavored ice cream. Together, they have three children—two in college and one in high school. Now that they are nearly empty-nesters, they look forward to spending more time hiking with their dog, cooking, and traveling.

Schedule an Appointment

Whether you’re preparing for refractive surgery or seeking expert post-operative care, Dr. Svanda is here to guide you every step of the way. Contact the Bellevue Precision Vision team today to schedule your visit.