Vance Thompson Vision
Samantha Nielson is a Certified Surgical Technologist currently employed at Vance Thompson Vision since May 2023, with previous experience in the same role at Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center from August 2022 to May 2023. Samantha began their career at Vance Thompson Vision as a Sterilization Technician and progressed to Certified Ophthalmic Assistant and Research Coordinator from May 2016 to April 2022. Earlier, Samantha worked as a Tissue Recovery Technician at Dakota Lions Sight & Health from 2012 to 2016. Educational credentials include an Associate's degree in Surgical Technology from Southeast Tech (2020-2022) and a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology, Spanish, and Religion from South Dakota State University, completed through the Honors College.
Vance Thompson Vision
The staff at Vance Thompson Vision has almost 100 years of combined experience in eye care and refractive surgery. We know that you are entrusting us with the health and well-being of one of your most valuable assets, and we strive to provide the most thorough and personal care possible in a comfortable, relaxed environment. While Vance Thompson Vision is widely recognized as one of the world's leading laser and implant vision correction centers, our true focus has always been about caring for people.