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Spivack Vision Center
6881 South Yosemite Street
Centennial, Colorado 80112
Phone: 888-898-2020 | 303-SEE-2020
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Choose Spivack Vision Center for All Your LASIK Needs
Because of our commitment to excellence in vision, patients from all across the country turn to Spivack Vision Center for superior eye care. Providing patients in Centennial, and throughout Denver, Colorado with state-of-the-art vision treatments, refractive surgeon Dr. Lawrence Spivack is board certified and has extensive experience and training. Together with our team of eye surgery specialists, Dr. Spivack has helped countless people achieve and enjoy better vision.
Our Denver Tech Center
Our Denver Tech Center, located in Centennial, Colorado, has earned the reputation for being one of the leading eye care centers in the country for laser vision correction. Since 1980, the experienced refractive surgeons at our practice have helped more than 40,000 patients see their world more clearly.
We believe in supporting the community. Dr. Lawrence Spivack received a community service award from the Denver Rescue Mission for his efforts in establishing an eye clinic for homeless people.
Our surgeons are among the most experienced in the refractive surgery field. They are dedicated to continuing their education to provide the ultimate in vision care for our patients. We also invest in the very latest vision technologies and surgical equipment on the market, including the IntraLase® and VISX Star S4™ excimer lasers. Contact our practice for more information about how LASIK or another vision correction surgery procedure can help you to see clearly.
Meet Our Doctors
Providing superior medical and surgical eye care, the renowned doctors at Spivack Vision Center are among the most knowledgeable and experienced refractive surgeons in the Denver area. Our surgeons have performed more than 40,000 refractive surgeries, and they are dedicated to continuing their education to remain leaders in their field. Using state-of-the-art technology, our surgeons have earned reputations for being among the most reliable and trustworthy vision professionals in the community.
Lawrence D. Spivack, M.D., Refractive Surgeon
Known in the Denver area as a prominent refractive surgeon, Dr. Lawrence Spivack has been providing Colorado patients with high-quality vision correction surgery for more than 27 years. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from the State University of New York in Buffalo with a degree in psychology and went on to Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston for his Doctor of Medicine. He completed a medical internship at the Presbyterian Medical Center in Denver and an ophthalmology residency at the University of Colorado Medical Center before being board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Since the start of his career, Dr. Lawrence Spivack has successfully performed more than 40,000 laser surgery and 6,700 radial keratotomy procedures in Colorado. He received the VISX® Star Award from VISX and was named one of the top performing refractive surgeons. He was also designated by VISX® to be one of 40 refractive surgeons in America that are certified to train other surgeons in laser vision correction surgery. He has taught various courses to ophthalmologists from across the globe.
Dr. Spivack's specialty is laser vision correction. He was the first refractive surgeon in Denver to be certified to perform PRK, and the first to do LASIK on an FDA certified laser in Colorado. In 2004, he became the first Denver refractive surgeon to receive Crystalens® certification. In addition, 5280 magazine and KCNC-TV Channel 4 have both named Dr. Lawrence Spivack as the best LASIK surgeon in the Denver area for four years in a row.
In his free time, Dr. Spivack enjoys spending time with his two sons. He also enjoys golfing and skiing.
Professional Affiliations
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
- Colorado Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons
- International Society of Refractive Surgery
- Cancer League of Colorado
- Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors
- Phi Beta Kappa
Jason J. Wang, M.D., Refractive Surgeon
Jason J. Wang, M.D., eye physician and surgeon at Omni Eye Specialists and Spivack Vision Center / Colorado Laser Surgeons, received his undergraduate degree at Northwestern University. He obtained his medical training and medical degree from the University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine. He obtained his residency training in ophthalmology at the University of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary in Chicago. After residency, he sought subspecialty training in Cornea Transplantation and LASIK Refractive Surgery by completing a fellowship program at the University of Wisconsin in Madison.
Dr. Wang has contributed to the field of corneal disease and refractive surgery with scientific publications in the medical literature and presented work at a national ophthalmic meeting for which Dr. Wang garnered “Best Paper of Session” distinction. During medical school and residency, he participated in research involving retinal pigment epithelial transplantation and corneal epithelial stem cell survival.
Dr. Wang strives to keep abreast of the latest advances in cataract, corneal, and refractive surgery. He is committed to providing patients the very best in medical and surgical care with up-to-date surgical techniques using state-of-the-art equipment provided at Omni Eye Specialists and Spivack Vision Center / Colorado Laser Surgeons
Professional Affiliations
- American Board of Ophthalmology – Board Certified
- American Academy of Ophthalmology – Diplomat
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
Howard Amiel, M.D., Refractive Surgeon
Dr. Howard Amiel, physician and surgeon specializing in cataract, corneal transplant surgery, anterior segment eye disorders, and refractive surgery, received his undergraduate education at the University of Iowa and medical training at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. After completing his residency at the Brown Medical School, he joined the faculty and remained to teach and mentor medical students and Ophthalmology residents in the emergency room, clinics, and operating room. He completed two fellowships prior to coming to Omni Eye Specialists and Spivack Vision Center / Colorado Eye Specialists: one in Cataract and Refractive surgery with Dr. Paul Koch of Warwick, RI, and another in Cornea, External Disease, and Refractive Surgery at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne, Australia. He brings to Omni Eye Specialists and Spivack Vision Center / Colorado Eye Specialists extensive training in corneal transplantation techniques, LASIK surgery, specialty refractive intraocular lenses, and complicated cataract surgery.
Dr. Amiel has received numerous academic and clinical awards throughout his educational career, including the Gloria Arndt Award, awarded “to the medical student who best demonstrates kindness, compassion, and altruism”. He has contributed to the field of corneal, cataract and refractive surgery with scientific publications, invited lectures, and participated as a reviewer for multiple ophthalmic scientific journals.
When Dr. Amiel is not treating patients, he enjoys participating in outdoor activities such as mountain biking, snowboarding, and running.
Professional Affiliations
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
- International Society of Refractive Surgeons
- Denver Medical Society
- Colorado Medical Society
- Licensed in the state of Colorado and Rhode Island
Vandi W. Rimer, O.D., Optometrist
Dr. Vandi Rimer graduated from the University of Utah with a bachelor's degree in psychology. She went on to Pacific University College of Optometry in Oregon, where she completed her Doctor of Optometry degree. During her education, Dr. Rimer completed a LASIK internship at the Eye Institute of Utah, a primary eye care and ocular disease management internship at Eyes of Arizona, a pediatrics and vision therapy and contact lens internship at Portland Clinic, and an internship on low vision exams on children at Washington State School for the Blind. She also completed residency training at Omni Eye Specialist in ocular disease as well as refractive and ocular surgery.
Dr. Rimer stays committed to continuing her education and has performed research on various vision-related issues. She has worked in conjunction with Alcon®Laboratories on product comparison for Systane® and Allergan® Refresh™ artificial tears for dry eye syndrome. She has also worked with CooperVision® on research on the effects aspheric contact lenses have on low amounts of astigmatism. Currently, she is an affiliate clinical professor for Pacific University College of Optometry.
Dr. Rimer's specialties at Spivack Vision Center / Colorado Laser Surgeons include general optometry, ocular disease, and refractive surgical consultation and follow-up care.
Professional Affiliations
- American Optometric Association
- Colorado Optometric Association
- Golden Key Honor Society
- Beta Sigma Kappa Optometry Honor Society
- Psy-Chi Honor Society
- Who's Who Among Colleges and Universities
Ketty C. Lee, O.D., Optometrist
Dr. Ketty C. Lee received her undergraduate degree in Molecular and Cell Biology from the University of California at Berkeley, and her Doctor of Optometry degree from Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago. She completed a residency, an additional year of specialized training, in Ocular Disease, at Omni Eye Specialists in Denver and a fellowship in Refractive Surgery at TLC Laser Center.
While at Omni Eye Specialists, Dr. Lee received training in advanced diagnostic techniques and medical management of anterior and posterior segment eye disorders. She also received extensive training in Refractive Surgery where preoperative and postoperative management of Laser Vision Correction was emphasized.
After the fellowship, Dr. Lee has primarily focused on Laser Vision Correction serving the role of Clinical Director at TLC Laser Center for several years prior to being at Colorado Laser Surgeons and Spivack Vision Center. Dr. Lee lectures mostly locally on various topics related to Laser Vision Correction. She has enjoyed being involved in many FDA studies that contributed to the approval of various Laser Vision Correction treatments.
She is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Colorado Optometric Association. She is an Adjunct Assistant Professor with the University of Houston College of Optometry and an Adjunct Clinical Professor at Pacific University College of Optometry. She is fluent in Portuguese and Chinese and has good working knowledge of Spanish and French.
She enjoys traveling around the world and spending time with her twin daughters.
Professional Affiliations
- American Optometric Association
- Colorado Optometric Association
Jack Zamora, M.D., Oculoplastic & Orbital Reconstructive Surgeon
Jack Zamora, M.D., oculo-facial plastic surgeon at Omni Eye Specialists, received his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine. He obtained his internship, residency and fellowship at Boston University. An Associate Professor, he is recognized by Boston University as one of their premier surgical instructors. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He is a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery and the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Dr. Zamora specializes in minimally invasive approaches to cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelid and facial features. His experience with microsurgical technologies provides his patients with natural youthful results with the eyes, eyebrows and eyelids. Additionally, Dr. Zamora has excellent results with forehead, brow and mid-face lifts to produce a younger appearance. By combining procedures with products, Dr. Zamora is able to provide a comprehensive program, customized for each patient.
Contact Spivack Vision Center Today
To schedule an appointment at our Denver, Colorado office with refractive surgeon Dr. Lawrence Spivack or with one of our other doctors, contact Spivack Vision Center today.