Dix Pettey,
OD
Languages Spoken: English
Dix Pettey, O.D. specializes in the fitting of contact lenses at the John A. Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City and the new Moran Midvalley Health Center. His particular interests lie in the areas of keratoconus, pediatrics, and fitting post-surgical or traumatized eyes with severe or irregular astigmatism. He also provides pre and post-surgical eye care to cataract or refractive eye surgery patients and primary eye care for those who do or do not wear contact lenses. Dr. Pettey received his B.S. at the University of Utah and his O.D. and M.S. degrees at Ohio State University.
As a Utah native, Dr. Pettey loves the culture and beautiful surroundings the state provides. He and his wife enjoy water-skiing, snow sports, and travelling with their three children. He is also an passionate fan of Real Salt Lake, the Utah Jazz and the University of Utah.
Clinical Locations
John A. Moran Eye Center
801-581-2352
Midvalley Health Center
801-585-3937
Specialties
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
Patient Ratings
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.9/ 5
Care provider spoke using clear language
4.9/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.9/ 5
My confidence in care provider
4.9/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.8/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.6/ 5
Time care provider spent with me
4.9/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.9/ 5
Care provider's friendliness and courtesy
4.9/ 5
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
July 29, 2017
the provider has my 5 stars!!
UofU Patient
July 25, 2017
We have in the past and will continue to refer any and everyone we know to Moran.
UofU Patient
July 25, 2017
I felt that the provider was not really interested in solving the problem due to my financial situation (paying out of pocket not having insurance)
UofU Patient
July 25, 2017
Dr. Pettey was a great provider from start to finish - he was pleasant, interested in me as a person, and respected my healthcare knowledge. I never felt rushed or as if I was unimportant to him. He explained everything sufficiently, gave me clear directions, and I would recommend him to anyone needing eye care at Moran.
UofU Patient
July 24, 2017
Dr. Pettey was very concerned regarding my vision problems. He listened well and was able to help me to get the best vision possible with both glasses and contacts.
UofU Patient
July 23, 2017
We really enjoyed Dix. He was really great with _____.
UofU Patient
July 15, 2017
Excellent quality of care.
UofU Patient
July 07, 2017
my daughter hasn't been able to see for about a yr. she can see very well now. very impressed. thank you
UofU Patient
July 05, 2017
very good
UofU Patient
July 01, 2017
I had a good experience. Thank you!
UofU Patient
June 26, 2017
good
UofU Patient
June 26, 2017
I've all ready told several people about coming
UofU Patient
June 26, 2017
I Loved it here. This is my New eye center for life. Loved the staff, and the Doctor.
UofU Patient
June 20, 2017
The doctor didn't spend much time with me but he didn't really need to for what I was there for, so I felt it was very good.
UofU Patient
June 14, 2017
I set up an apt for my husband after my great experience.
UofU Patient
June 12, 2017
I look forward to making use of Dr.Pettey's valuable and professional care again in the future.
UofU Patient
June 09, 2017
Spent a lot of time with an excellent tech. Waited about 45 minutes for the doctor. When he came in he was very rushed, indicated he needed to get to another appointment. Answered questions with short, quick answers.
UofU Patient
May 28, 2017
I really like Dr Pettie! He spent the time to answer my questions and wasn't in a rush.
UofU Patient
May 14, 2017
answered all questions efficiently, listened to concerns and addresses each one. gave me options to fix my contact concerns. walked me to the receptionist after apointment. great overall experience
UofU Patient
May 08, 2017
great care
UofU Patient
May 08, 2017
I REALLY LIKE DR. PETTY AND HIS ASSISTANT
UofU Patient
May 05, 2017
Dr. Pettey was friendly and listened to what I had to say and provided helpful information.
UofU Patient
May 01, 2017
Thanks to the PA and DO for patiently humoring all my questions.
UofU Patient
April 21, 2017
Dr. Pettey was amazing! He's very thorough and friendly.
UofU Patient
April 13, 2017
I would definitely recommend this center, I actually already have.
UofU Patient
April 11, 2017
an excellence courteous experience. everyone was exception. friendly careing explaining what was most likely involved with the eye lid. I certainly appreciated every employee I came in contact with. Thanks again.
UofU Patient
April 07, 2017
Flet comfortable with Dr. Pettey and felt taken care of. He wasn't rushed at all.
UofU Patient
March 30, 2017
Dr. Petty was good, not pleased that he didn't do the contact fitting and exam
UofU Patient
March 28, 2017
Dr. Pettey was really great with my son and I thought he did a great job of making my son understand everything that he was going to do, etc.
UofU Patient
March 26, 2017
great staff!
UofU Patient
March 24, 2017
Simply superlative in every way.
UofU Patient
February 11, 2017
I thought he did a great job
UofU Patient
February 09, 2017
dr.petty was very good he took things slow and took his time answer our questions in detail and in words that we understood
UofU Patient
February 06, 2017
Great communicator. I plan on referring my family to Dr Petty. He could not have been better
UofU Patient
February 05, 2017
Felt at ease with Dr. Petty, very easy to talk with.
UofU Patient
February 02, 2017
Dr. Pettey is fantastic. He is very efficient and thorough, the exact combination you'd hope for in a doctor
UofU Patient
January 31, 2017
I have nothing but trouble with my contacts for the last year. Dr. Pettey has been fantastic and spent time to check my vision and the lenses to make sure they were correct. FINALLY, I can see!
UofU Patient
January 28, 2017
I was so impressed by the communication of the dr to me and between him and the resident and contact specialist. it was so respectful and efficient. everyone was so helpful and made me feel like my problems were not problems at all. it was a much better experience than a previous experience at Redstone.
UofU Patient
January 27, 2017
great provider!
UofU Patient
January 26, 2017
not coming back here ever.
UofU Patient
January 23, 2017
Dr. Pettey was such a wonderful provider, I would recommend him to anyone looking for an optometrist. He was very kind and was willing to answer any questions I had.
UofU Patient
January 12, 2017
Dr. Pettey is a great provider and an asset to the Moran Eye Center.
UofU Patient
January 08, 2017
That same evening I recommended him to my niece that was searching for a new eye doctor.
UofU Patient
January 02, 2017
Dr. Petty was very professional, knowledgeable, and thorough. I am very pleased with him and his staff.
UofU Patient
December 23, 2016
I'm 73 years old and have been wearing glasses since 4th grade. This is pretty routine for me.
UofU Patient
December 21, 2016
Very good experience; we had an adult talk which I appreciate
UofU Patient
December 18, 2016
He was wonderful! We had lots of questions and concerns and felt great when we left!
UofU Patient
December 15, 2016
i already have recommended Dr. Pettey to others...
UofU Patient
November 23, 2016
Excellent eye exam.
UofU Patient
November 20, 2016
This was the best experience I've had at the Moran Eye Center. It was great that Dr. Pettey greeted me in the waiting room, and he was very friendly and kind, great to interact with, so skilled and instilled confidence.
UofU Patient
November 14, 2016
I have had many eye care providers and I would rank Dr. Petty among the best at communicating and addressing my questions. He was very personable.
UofU Patient
November 08, 2016
Dr. Pettey was amazing. Its the best refraction I have ever had and I had no idea there were other options for my contacts as my prescription is so high.
UofU Patient
October 31, 2016
I would definitely recommend Dix Pettey!
UofU Patient
October 05, 2016
Dr. Pettey is fantastic, very kind, thorough, and answered all of my questions. I did not feel like I was rushed and I felt like he listened to my concerns very attentively.
UofU Patient
October 02, 2016
Very warm demeanor, explained each procedure. No upselling of products. Excellent experience.
UofU Patient
August 31, 2016
I like the Eye Doctor but not sure I would recommend the service of the Moran Eye Clinic. Too hard to speak to someone and talk with Doctor.
UofU Patient
August 30, 2016
Dr. Pettey is outstanding in all aspects of patient interaction. THANKS!!
UofU Patient
August 30, 2016
Very Good
UofU Patient
August 26, 2016
Dr. Petty was excellent, professional and caring.
UofU Patient
August 23, 2016
We had a wonderful experience with Dix.
UofU Patient
August 22, 2016
this could not have been better
UofU Patient
August 14, 2016
Pettey is great...genuinely cares about helping patients!
UofU Patient
August 13, 2016
Dix Pettey was great
UofU Patient
July 19, 2016
GOOD
UofU Patient
July 18, 2016
would be happy to recommend
UofU Patient
July 12, 2016
Dr. provided excellent service to me, but also found time to see my daughter which averted a serious problem.
UofU Patient
June 27, 2016
Again, Dr. Pettey was excellent. We will return and will recommend him to others.
UofU Patient
June 27, 2016
I love Dr. Pettey! This was my first appointment with him, as I had been a Dr. Olafsson patient prior to his retirement. Dr. Pettey has picked up the banner and the quality of care is as excellent as what I received from Dr. O. Looking forward to a long relationship with Dr. Pettey
UofU Patient
June 26, 2016
Dr. Dix Pettey is an excellent optometrist whom I would highly recommend. He is diligent, skilled, and patient-centered. He is prompt, but ensures adequate time with patients to provide excellent care.
UofU Patient
June 05, 2016
good
UofU Patient
May 23, 2016
Dr Pettey is extra special on your staff
UofU Patient
May 11, 2016
the Dr brought me back and was very detailed in his exam of my eyes. Parts of the exam I have never had done before. He really cared about my concerns. He is a great Dr!!! I won't be going to anyone else!!
UofU Patient
May 05, 2016
Dr. Petty was absolutely outstanding. Warm and personable
UofU Patient
May 05, 2016
Dr. Pettey was very easy to deal with. I was very comfortable.
UofU Patient
May 02, 2016
good
UofU Patient
April 25, 2016
This Doctor was great I would recommend him to anyone.
Dix Pettey received his Honors B.S. in Exercise & Sports Science from the University of Utah and his Masters of Vision Science and Doctorate from The Ohio State University. Dr. Pettey also completed a fellowship at the John A. Moran Eye Center specializing in Anterior Segment and complicated contact lens fits.
Dr. Pettey is an Assistant Professor with the University of Utah Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. His particular interests lie in the areas of keratoconus, pediatrics, and fitting post-surgical or traumatized eyes with severe or irregular astigmatism. He also provides pre and post-surgical eye care to cataract or refractive eye surgery patients and primary eye care for those who do or do not wear contact lenses.
Academic Locations
John A. Moran Eye Center
801-581-2352
Midvalley Health Center
801-585-3937
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
Education History
| Fellowship | John A. Moran Eye Center Optometry, Specialty Contact Lenses, Anterior Segment Academic Fellow |
| Externship | Chalmers P. Wylie VA Ambulatory Care Center Optometry Externship |
| Graduate Training | Ohio State University College of Optometry Vision Science M.S. |
| Professional Other | Ohio State University College of Optometry Optometry O.D. |
| Undergraduate | University of Utah Exercise & Sports Science; Minor: Chemistry B.Sc. (Hons) |