SPECS

Make an Appointment
217-224-SPECS (7732)
You are here: Home / About Us / Optometrists/Eye Doctor

Optometrists/Eye Doctor

Optometrists at SPECS are here to make your annual vision exams more enjoyable. Feel at ease while your eyes are examined in a comfortable environment. Our optometrists utilize advanced technology to offer comprehensive eye exams, children’s eye exams, diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions, and more.

The eye doctors and experienced staff at SPECS are sure to provide the personalized experience you’re looking for. We bring the highest standard of service to every patient, focusing on a full spectrum of comprehensive eye care. Our dedicated eye doctors can help you with all your vision and eye health needs.

You need an optometrist that will explain every detail of your care. We know you have questions and we want to make sure you understand every procedure. We’ll spend quality time with you every time whether it’s your first visit or a return visit.

 

Dr. Dan Hayden
Eye Care Professional
Dr. Hayden

A graduate of the University of Illinois, Dr. Hayden attended the Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago, graduating with a degree of Doctor of Optometry. Dr. Hayden provides family vision care and specializes in contact lens fittings including bifocal, multifocal and ortho-k, and is the area’s only Certified Wave Designer. He also provides post-operative care for Lasik and cataract surgery patients.
• My kids think I’m silly
• Coffee purist
• Reader and runner (not usually at the same time)
• Golfer
Dr. Dinita Cooley
Eye Care Professional
Dr. Cooley

Dr. Dinita graduated from Quincy University in 2007 and then went on to earn her Doctorate of Optometry from University of Missouri – St. Louis. After graduation, she then participated in a Residency program at the Kansas City VA Medical Center, focusing on Ocular Disease and Low Vision Rehabilitation. Dr. Dinita is a native of Columbus, IL and is happy to be back in the area.
• Hunts and fishes with the best of ’em
• Married to my best friend
• Big-time whistler

To Our Patients RE: COVID-19 / “Coronavirus”

Given the information from the CDC and following the actions of our governor, we feel compelled to begin to institute a more “Strict” set of standards with regard to our interactions with our patients.

  • As you approach the office, the doors will be locked, please call, a staff member will unlock the door to assist you.
  • We will be asking all patients to use a hand disinfectant (we supply) at each step in their office experience.
  • We ask any patient (or person accompanying a patient) who presents with flu-like symptoms when they show up at the front to reschedule.
  • We have severely limited the number of patients in the office at any given time, if possible please come to your appointment alone.
  • Pickups for contact lens or glasses will be done curbside, please call when you arrive.