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Meet Our Optometric Team


At Northwest Eye Center, our team of expert optometrists is dedicated to providing comprehensive eye care services in Thief River Falls. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, our optometrists are your trusted partners in maintaining optimal vision and eye health.

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Eye Doctors and Staff At Northwest Eye Center

Our optometrists are highly skilled professionals who specialize in primary eye care. They’re equipped with the knowledge and expertise to diagnose and treat a wide range of eye conditions and vision impairments. With a patient-centered approach, they take the time to understand your unique needs and provide personalized care tailored to your specific requirements.

At Northwest Eye Center, our optometrists stay at the forefront of advancements in the field of optometry. We continually update our skills and knowledge through ongoing education and training, ensuring you receive the highest possible standard of care. With access to state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and cutting-edge techniques, our optometrists deliver accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.


Our Doctors

Chris Borgen, OD

Chris Borgen, OD

Dr. Chris Borgen earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from Illinois College of Optometry, Chicago, Illinois. Residency was done at the University of Chicago in advanced eye care. Extensive training was also received at the Kirk Eye Center, a cataract and LASIK surgery center. Dr. Borgen grew up in Langdon,...
Eric Tjelle, OD

Eric Tjelle, OD

Dr. Eric Tjelle received his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Illinois College of Optometry, Chicago, Illinois. His residency for ocular disease was completed at the Wolfe clinic in Ft. Dodge, IA. Residency for primary eye care and contact lenses was completed at the Alaska Eye Care Clinic in Anchorage,...

Our Team

Anna

Anna

My name is Anna, and I am the newest member of the Northwest Eye Center team! I was born and raised in Thief River Falls, so NWEC is a very familiar place for me. I am so excited to get the opportunity to learn from and work alongside this awesome...
Amber

Amber

My name is Amber. I have been at Northwest Eye Center for almost 10 months. I live with my daughter and two cats. I am one of the opticians that will help you find the perfect glasses!...
Miko

Miko

Hello, My name is Miko, I have been with Northwest Eye Center for 10 wonderful years. I am a proud mother of 2 boys. I have an amazing life partner who has 3 kids, who I love dearly. My family is an important part of my life. It takes a...
Renae

Renae

My name is Renae. I have been part of the Northwest Eye Center team for almost 30 years. I have a wonderful husband to whom I have been married for 44 years. The many blessings in my life include my faith, my children, being called “Grandma,” my friends and all...
Sami

Sami

My name is Sami, and I have been an employee at Northwest Eye Center for 2 years. My primary position is Paraoptometric Technician and being the “contact guru” but you might find me in other areas of the office lending a hand. The best part about my job is the...
Trish

Trish

Hello! My name is Trish. I have been married to the love of my life for 26 years and I am the proud momma of two United States Marines. My husband works at Central Boiler in Greenbush, MN as a merchandising and event manager. My oldest son, Logan, is in...
Kailee

Kailee

Hello! I'm Kailee and I was born and raised here in Thief River! I graduated from Concordia College in May with a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry as a pre-medical student! During my gap year(s), I decided to come home and work at a place that has felt like home...
Carley

Carley

Hello! My name is Carley and I’ll be one of the friendly faces you’ll first see when you walk into Northwest Eye Center. Seeing and interacting with our patients is my favorite part of working at the clinic. In my free time I love to read, and I love talking...
Mikaela

Mikaela

Hi, my name is Mikaela and I’ve been an employee at Northwest Eye Center since January of 2022. I started working at NWEC as an optician and over the course of the last few months, I’ve been trained in as a patient care coordinator and optometric technician. When I’m not...

Schedule an appointment today by calling 218-681-3300 and entrust your vision to our experienced eye care professionals. Our optometrists are here to provide you with comprehensive eye care services, from comprehensive eye exams to the management of eye conditions.

Take the first step toward maintaining clear and healthy vision by scheduling an appointment with our expert optometrists at Northwest Eye Center.

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