By Maya Morris
Independent Newsmedia
Photos by Nash Jensen
Nestled beside the new Safeway on Happy Valley Road is your neighborhood’s newest premium eyecare office.
Whether you are in need of a yearly eye exam with a fresh pair of glasses or have an eye health concern, Eye Studio Peoria is determined to give you a unique experience so “you can look great and see great when you leave here,” said Dr. Karie Holloway. Although the Studio initially draws you in with its desert-style boutique interior, you will stay for Dr. Holloway’s excellent care.
Dr. Holloway grew up in rural Watford City, North Dakota. Her vision for the business was to combine the small-town charm of her childhood with inspiration from the Sonoran Desert’s natural beauty. The interior of Eye Studio Peoria is a cozy, desert green, creating a warm and welcoming environment.
Growing up, she enjoyed staying physically active which included running, watersports, volleyball and ice hockey. When she failed a school vision screening in 6th grade, she sought out eyecare from her local optometrist and quickly decided contacts lenses would be the best fit for her lifestyle. “I can’t imagine not having contacts through some of those activities,” Dr. Holloway explained, “as having the correct sports eyewear is a big deal for anyone that’s physically active.” She brings this understanding of personalized eyewear needs to her practice.
Initially, Dr. Holloway was drawn to the healthcare field after taking an anatomy and physiology course in high school. She shadowed different medical specialties during her undergraduate studies in Minnesota and realized she enjoyed the personal connection the optometry field brings. “You know, you get the medical side of healthcare with a little bit of fashion and it ties the best of both worlds together.”
Eye Studio Peoria offers a variety of services, including comprehensive eye exams, dry eye treatments, contact lens fits, medical eyecare, and much more. Dr. Holloway strives to provide the best care for her patients and caters her treatments to each individual.
Dr. Holloway and her team also treat myopia, another word for near-sightedness. Myopia has become a prevalent issue in children.
“More and more kids are becoming near-sighted as everyone spends more time on tablets, phones, and other near activities. With new treatments we can stop or slow the progression of near-sightedness in kids. That is something we do at Eye Studio Peoria.”
She also does consults for cataract surgery and LASIK. Dr. Holloway is happy to discuss the pros and cons of surgical options and procedures and has a great working relationship with trusted area eye surgeons.
Another service she provides is treatment for dry eye syndrome, a common struggle in arid Arizona. Over-the-counter eyedrops only treat the symptoms of dry eye and ignore the root of the problem, she explained. Dr Holloway performs dry eye exams to evaluate the underlying cause and discuss applicable treatment options.
She considered every aspect of Eye Studio Peoria with great care, including the frame line selections. From Lindberg to Tom Ford to Eco Eyewear, she selected each fashionable pair of glasses with her clients in mind. “One Frame, One Tree,” is a benefit of Eco Eyewear. For each pair of biobased and recycled metal frames purchased, the eyewear company plants a tree. Similarly, MODO Eyewear provides eye exams for those in impoverished areas of India per each pair of glasses sold. Dr. Holloway did not choose these brands by mistake; she believes she can help not only those in her direct community, but also people around the world.
As a testament to her desire to help others, she created a website filled with a wealth of useful information about eye health. At Eyestudiopeoria.com, you can find eye safety tips, dietary advice, and steps to take in case of an eye emergency. She also thoroughly describes various procedures for your understanding and comfort. It is a fantastic tool for everyone, whether suffering from vision related problems or not.
Dr. Karie Holloway designed Eye Studio Peoria so that everyone, of all ages and backgrounds, would feel welcomed. Whether you are getting glasses for the first time, doing an annual checkup, or need a cataract consultation, you will always walk in and “feel like you were at home.”
Sign up for an appointment today by calling (928) 228-5023 or walk in and meet the team at 7984 W. Happy Valley Road, Ste 120.

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