Dr. Mark Bashore, OD, Kettering, OH | Optometrist

About Dr. Mark Bashore

Mark Bashore, O.D., received his Doctor of Optometry from The Ohio State University College of Optometry in 1988. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Zoology from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. After graduation, Dr. Bashore served as a Captain in the United States Air Force, where he was the head of the V.I.P. Clinic at Andrews Air Force Base, providing eye care to high-ranking military and government personnel. He later became Optometry Clinic Chief during the Gulf War and was awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal for Meritorious Service. In 1991, Dr. Bashore opened a private practice in Madison, Ohio, where he cared for patients for 34 years before returning to his hometown to continue his career with VisionMakers. Dr. Bashore enjoys helping patients find the best vision solutions for their needs, whether through glasses, contact lenses, or LASIK consultation. He especially loves seeing kids experience clear vision for the first time. Outside the office, he enjoys sports, cooking, biking, and spending time with family. He’s also a proud lifelong Ohio State Buckeyes fan.

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Popular visit reasons

Contact Lenses

Eye Emergency Visit

Eye Infection

Eyeglasses

General Eye Consultation

Glaucoma Consultation

Retina Consultation

Routine Eye Exam

Contact Lenses

Eye Emergency Visit

Eye Infection

Eyeglasses

Office location

VisionMakers - Kettering

3085 Woodman Dr, Ste 100, Kettering, OH 45420

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Education and background

Practice names

VisionMakers

Education and training

The Ohio State University, Doctor of Optometry

Awards and publications

Air Force Commendation Medal for Meritorious Service

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1710049085

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What practice does Dr. Mark Bashore work with?

Dr. Mark Bashore works with VisionMakers.

Where is Dr. Mark Bashore's office located?

Dr. Mark Bashore's office is located at 3085 Woodman Dr, Kettering, OH 45420.

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