Dr. James Jaco, OD, Murray, KY | Optometrist

About Dr. James Jaco

David Jaco, OD, is a board-certified optometrist in Murray, Kentucky at Clarkson Eyecare. He attended Murray State University for his undergraduate studies and graduated as a Doctor of Optometry from the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. In 1994, Dr. Jaco joined an established optometric practice with and formed Murray Vision Center. Currently, he practices full-scope optometry in Murray, Kentucky with Clarkson Eyecare. Dr. Jaco has been very active in the optometric professional community by serving on the Kentucky Optometric Association board where he held many positions, including President in 2014. He has received several awards from the Kentucky Optometric Association including Young Optometrist of the year and the President’s Award. He has served on the National Board of Examiners, is credentialed in Expanded Therapeutics, and he is a diplomate of the American Board of Optometry. Currently, Dr. Jaco holds the esteemed title of Regional Medical Director at Clarkson Eyecare, a position granted by the Medical Executive Board at EyeCare Partners. In this role, he helps hold our expert eye doctors to the highest standard and works with our Area Medical Directors to assist in clinical onboarding for new optometrists.

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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

Murray

817 N 12th St, Murray, KY 42071

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Education and background

Practice names

Clarkson Eyecare

Board certifications

American Board of Optometry

Education and training

Southern College of Optometry, Doctor of Optometry
Murray State University (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

Kentucky Optometric Association

Awards and publications

President’s Award, Kentucky Optometric Association
Young Optometrist of the Year, Kentucky Optometric Association

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1932173069

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What practice does Dr. James Jaco work with?

Dr. James Jaco works with Clarkson Eyecare.

Where is Dr. James Jaco's office located?

Dr. James Jaco's office is located at 817 N 12th St, Murray, KY 42071.

Which board certifications does Dr. James Jaco have?

Dr. James Jaco is certified by American Board of Optometry.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. James Jaco?

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