McDonald Optical

McDonald Optical Iowa City optical center since 1956 offering eye exams, optometry, eyeglasses, contact lenses, and sunglasses.

Since 1956, McDonald Optical has been the premier optical center in Iowa City. We are focused on providing only the highest quality frames, from designer glasses to sport sunglasses, paired with individualized customer care. Our store is on the corner of Gilbert St and Hwy 6, right next door to Big Grove Brewery.

Everything the big chains offer, plus something they can't: a doctor who knows you.At McDonald Optical | Iowa City Eye D...
09/01/2026

Everything the big chains offer, plus something they can't: a doctor who knows you.

At McDonald Optical | Iowa City Eye Doctor, we believe great eyewear starts with finding frames that fit your face, your lifestyle, and your personality - paired with personalized care you can trust year after year.

✅ Comprehensive eye exams
✅ A curated selection of quality frames and lenses
✅ Personalized frame styling and fittings
✅ Contact lens options
✅ Advanced technology
✅ A team that knows you by name

Real eyecare. Real frames. Real relationships.

🗓️Call and schedule your appointment today!

Friday Fun Fact! 🦈👁️The cornea is one of the most important parts of your eye. It's the clear, protective front layer th...
08/28/2026

Friday Fun Fact! 🦈👁️

The cornea is one of the most important parts of your eye. It's the clear, protective front layer that helps focus light so you can see clearly.

Interestingly, shark corneas are structurally so similar to ours that researchers have studied them as a potential resource for corneal transplants and eye surgery. 👀

Your voice helps us keep your eye care elevated. 💚👓If you had a great visit with our team, we'd love to hear about it! L...
08/26/2026

Your voice helps us keep your eye care elevated. 💚👓

If you had a great visit with our team, we'd love to hear about it! Leaving us a Google review only takes a minute and helps others in our community find the care they deserve.

Ever noticed a raised, fleshy growth on the white of the eye? That could be a pterygium - a benign (noncancerous) growth...
08/24/2026

Ever noticed a raised, fleshy growth on the white of the eye? That could be a pterygium - a benign (noncancerous) growth that can extend onto the cornea and, over time, affect vision if left unchecked.

Common causes include:
☀️ Prolonged UV exposure
💨 Wind and dust
🏜️ Dry environments

Mild cases may just need monitoring, but if it starts affecting your vision or comfort, treatment options are available. If you've noticed changes in your eyes, don't wait - schedule an exam with your eye doctor.

Contacts give you freedom - to run errands around Iowa City, catch a workout, or head into a big meeting without giving ...
08/21/2026

Contacts give you freedom - to run errands around Iowa City, catch a workout, or head into a big meeting without giving your glasses a second thought. But that freedom comes with responsibility. Healthy habits are what keep your eyes comfortable, clear, and infection-free for years to come.

This week, we're reminding our Iowa City community of a few simple but essential rules:
✅ Wash and dry your hands thoroughly before touching your lenses
✅ Never sleep in daily-wear contacts
✅ Replace lenses and lens cases on schedule - even if they "still feel fine"
✅ Keep water away from your contacts (no swimming, showering, or rinsing with tap water)
✅ Don't skip your annual eye exam, even if your vision feels unchanged

It's easy to treat contacts as routine, but your eyes deserve the same care and attention you'd give any part of your health.

If it's been a while since your last check-up, there's no better time than Contact Lens Health Week to schedule one. Our team is here to help you see - and feel - your best.

📅 Book your appointment today: https://elevatemyeyes.com/location/mcdonald-optical/

Proper contact lens cleaning is essential for maintaining healthy eyes and clear vision. 👁️Follow these six simple steps...
08/20/2026

Proper contact lens cleaning is essential for maintaining healthy eyes and clear vision. 👁️

Follow these six simple steps to help reduce your risk of eye infections and keep your lenses in top condition:
1️⃣ Wash and dry your hands
2️⃣Empty and air dry your lens case
3️⃣ Gently rub your lenses with fresh solution
4️⃣ Rinse both sides of each lens
5️⃣ Soak and disinfect in fresh solution
6️⃣ Store overnight and repeat for your second lens

A few extra minutes each day can go a long way in protecting your eye health!

Tired of cleaning your lenses? Talk to your doctor about daily disposable contact lenses!

Back-to-School Savings at McDonald Optical 👓Stock up for the new school year and get 50% off glasses when you buy an ann...
08/20/2026

Back-to-School Savings at McDonald Optical 👓

Stock up for the new school year and get 50% off glasses when you buy an annual supply of contacts.

Stop by to take advantage of this offer before the school year kicks off! 📚✏️🎒

*Some restrictions apply.

Back-to-school season means new backpacks, new schedules 🎒📚 - and a great time to think about your child's eyes, too. Di...
08/19/2026

Back-to-school season means new backpacks, new schedules 🎒📚 - and a great time to think about your child's eyes, too.

Did you know contact lenses aren't just for adults? Myopia (nearsightedness) is on the rise in kids, and it doesn't just mean blurrier distance vision - it can increase future risk of serious eye conditions if left unmanaged.

That's where MiSight® comes in: the first FDA-approved contact lens clinically proven to slow the progression of myopia in children. 💚

📅 Ask us if MiSight could be right for your child at their next visit.

Contact Lens Replacement: A Key to Healthy, Happy Eyes👁️✨Replacing your contact lenses on schedule is an important part ...
08/18/2026

Contact Lens Replacement: A Key to Healthy, Happy Eyes👁️✨

Replacing your contact lenses on schedule is an important part of maintaining healthy eyes and comfortable vision. Keep these tips in mind:

📅 Stick to Your Replacement Schedule
Whether you wear daily, bi-weekly, or monthly lenses, always replace them as directed by your eye care provider.

⏰ Set Reminders
Life gets busy. Use your phone or calendar to remind you when it's time to open a new pair.

👀 Pay Attention to Your Eyes
Redness, irritation, discomfort, or blurry vision may be signs that your lenses need to be replaced-or that it's time to contact your eye doctor.

😴 Never Sleep in Lenses Unless Approved
Unless specifically prescribed, avoid sleeping in your contact lenses to reduce your risk of eye infections.

Healthy contact lens habits help protect your vision and keep your eyes feeling their best!

👁️ It's Contact Lens Health Week!Follow along this week as we share tips, best practices, and simple habits to help you ...
08/17/2026

👁️ It's Contact Lens Health Week!

Follow along this week as we share tips, best practices, and simple habits to help you keep both your contacts and your eyes in top shape.

From cleaning routines to common mistakes to avoid, we've got you covered!

Address

1301 South Gilbert Street
Iowa City, IA
52240

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+13193373737

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