Dr. Cheri Watkins, OD, Durant, OK | Optometrist

About Dr. Cheri Watkins

Dr. Cheri Watkins joined Clay Rhynes Eye Clinic in June of 2019. Prior to her work in Durant she practiced in the Tulsa area for 17 years. She graduated with honors from Northeastern State University College of Optometry in May 2002. In addition to her doctorate degree, Dr. Watkins earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology in 1998, and a Bachelor of Vision Science in 2000. While in college she was a member of the NSU Honor Society and the Tri Beta Biological Honor Society. In addition to her training at university clinics and W.W. Hastings Hospital in Tahlequah, she completed her externship at the Veteran’s Administration Hospital in Muskogee. She received many awards including: the Alcon Award for Clinical Excellence, the Pheiffer Award for Excellence in Ocular Pathology Research, and the Alcon Scholarship Award. Dr. Watkins is a member of Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honor Society, the American Optometric Association, and the Oklahoma Association of Optometric Physicians. Dr. Watkins was among the first group of doctors in the country to become nationally board certified as a Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry in 2011. In addition, she has a therapeutic license and was laser certified in 2001. Dr. Watkins also enjoys mission work and has participated in medical missions to Africa, Mexico, and Guatemala. She and her husband Grant are looking forward to becoming part of the community in Durant, they enjoy spending time with family, traveling, aviation and sports.

Popular visit reasons

Cataract Consultation

Computer Vision Syndrome

Contact Lenses

Eye Infection

Eyeglasses

General Eye Consultation

Glaucoma Consultation

Routine Eye Exam

Cataract Consultation

Computer Vision Syndrome

Contact Lenses

Eye Infection

Office location

Clay Rhynes Eye Clinic

1901 West University Blvd, Durant, OK 74701

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Education and background

Practice names

Clay Rhynes Eye Clinic

Education and training

Northeastern State University, Doctor of Optometry

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1083609416

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What practice does Dr. Cheri Watkins work with?

Dr. Cheri Watkins works with Clay Rhynes Eye Clinic.

Where is Dr. Cheri Watkins's office located?

Dr. Cheri Watkins's office is located at 1901 West University Blvd, Durant, OK 74701.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Cheri Watkins?

Dr. Cheri Watkins frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eye Infection, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Cheri Watkins on their profile.