OUR DOCTORS

Dr. Yunker
When eye care is done the right way, it's about knowing all of your options every step of the way. Discussing all of these options requires a team approach. That's why we established Lifetime Vision Center. We will put your needs first and help guide you through the increasing number of technologies available for vision correction.

Dr. Jeff Yunker

Dr. Yunker founded Lifetime Vision Center to provide patients with his attentive, team approach to eye care and vision correction. His education and training includes:

  • Pre-Optometry studies, University of Wisconsin
  • B.S., Optometry, Indiana University
  • Doctor of Optometry, Indiana University
  • Ocular Disease Residency, Atlanta, Georgia
  • Medical Treatment of Diseases studies, Pacific University

Dr. Yunker's professional membership and certifications allow him to provide patients with the latest insights and advances in eye care. His involvement includes:

  • American Optometric Association
  • North Dakota Optometric Association
  • AOA Contact Lens Section
  • TLC Laser Vision Correction Affiliate
  • Certified in the Treatment and Management of Eye Diseases
  • Appointed to the North Dakota State Board of Optometry 2005
  • National Board of Optometry Clinical Examiner
  • Clinical researcher for Bausch & Lomb and Johnson & Johnson
  • Frequent speaker for Optomap Retinal Imaging Systems
Dr. Torkelson
My goal is to provide quality eye care in a caring and comfortable environment where the overall health of my patients is my top priority. I try to make a positive impact in my patents' lives. As an optometrist, I am afforded the opportunity to meet one-on-one with many wonderful people. It is so rewarding to improve people's quality of life by providing them with better vision.

Dr. Kari Torkelson

Dr. Torkelson’s priority is each patient’s health. Providing quality eye care in Lifetime Vision Center’s comfortable environment allows Dr. Torkelson to meet one-on-one with wonderful patients, improving their quality of life with better vision.

Her education and training includes:

  • University of Minnesota, Crookston
  • North Dakota State University
  • B.S., Optometry, Indiana University
  • Doctor of Optometry, Indiana University

Optometry is changing rapidly, with new advances and technologies, and Dr. Torkelson is dedicated to lifelong learning. Her professional memberships and certifications allow her to provide patients with the latest insights and approaches to eye care. Her involvement includes:

  • American Optometric Association
  • North Dakota Optometric Association
  • AOA Contact Lens and Low Vision Sections
  • More than 120 hours in advanced professional courses on topics, including treatment of eye diseases, contact lenses, low vision and pharmacology
  • Certified in the Treatment and Management of Ocular Disease
  • Co-author of article in the Journal of the American Academy of Optometry, “Normal Tension Glaucoma and Central Corneal Thickness”
Dr. Sophia Swanson
I enjoy working individually with patients and finding solutions to solve their vision concerns. I get satisfaction from helping my patients get the best vision possible with the latest technology for products and services. As a family optometrist, I enjoy seeing patients of all ages and meeting people from different backgrounds. It is part of what makes my profession very interesting.

Dr. Sophia Swanson

As an optometrist, Dr. Swanson enjoys being part of her patient’s health care team. “Just by examining a patient’s eyes, I can see how lifestyle influences and overall health status can have a huge impact on their current eye health, how their eyes age, and how well they see.” An exam can provide useful information to the patient and those professionals involved in managing a systemic condition such as diabetes or high blood pressure. Good control of blood sugar and blood pressure can help prevent or delay vision problems.

Dr. Swanson’s education and training includes:

  • Doctor of Optometry, Pacific University, Forest Grove, OR. Graduated with honors from School of Optometry.
  • Bachelor of Science, Community Dietetics, University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND

Honors and Awards

  • Chosen for membership into Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, National Honor Society and Beta Sigma Kappa Optometric Honor Fraternity as an Honor Student.
  • Recipient of Hurmence-Frederick & Maude Dietetic Scholarship
  • American Legion Scholarship
  • VFW Military order of the Cootie Scholarship
  • Beta Sigma Kappa Research Grant.

Professional Memberships

  • North Dakota Optometric Association
  • American Optometric Association
  • Optometric Nutrition Society
  • AOA Contact Lens Section
  • AOA Low Vision Section
  • AOA Sports Vision Section
  • Certified in the treatment and management of ocular disease.