Dix Pettey,
OD
Languages Spoken: English
Dix Pettey, OD MS 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 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 The 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 five children. He is also a passionate fan of the Utah Jazz, Real Salt Lake and the University of Utah.
Specialties
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
Patient Rating
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
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's explanation of condition/problem
4.9/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.9/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.5/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
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
March 17, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dix Petty is a wonderful provider
UofU Patient
March 10, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
EXCELLENT
UofU Patient
February 25, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
I like him a lot. I feel very confident in the solutions he is offering to me. I also appreciate that he wants to make sure that the solutions work for me and he left the door opened to continue to talk about whether or not the contacts working for me via MyChart.
UofU Patient
February 20, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Kyle Jones is outstanding. He has been our primary treatment Dr throughout. Dr. Dix Pettey was included this last visit and is also amazing.
UofU Patient
February 18, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
I really like Dr. Petty, he always listens to my concerns, make me feel appreciated and cared about.
UofU Patient
February 17, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dix was great
UofU Patient
February 14, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Pettey is very professional,kind, and most caring. I would highly recommend anyone to him.
UofU Patient
February 13, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Very professional, offered me some new vision options. Efficient and friendly visit
UofU Patient
February 03, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
I had no idea I could have a new prescription backed off just a hair so it isn't so powerful! I just thought I'd have to get used to it, so I never spoke up. I mentioned it to the nurse who was doing the first part and Dr. Petty saw it in the notes and brought it up. He also was very eager to give me options about the migraines I get when I look at screens for too long!
UofU Patient
February 01, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Clear and easy to understand the best alternative to go forth
UofU Patient
January 20, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
The provider didn't address my question about contacts, just getting classes. And later on, after the appointment ended, I asked about it, I was asked to schedule a new appointment to be examined for contact. Wasn't sure why it wasn't done right away or at least explained why it couldn't have been done right away.
UofU Patient
January 13, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Petty is fabulous
UofU Patient
January 11, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
I am explained that I had a distortion in my vision which seemed to come and go. Dr Petty was right on it, checked my eye, order a procedure and found I had a cyst on my retina.
UofU Patient
January 09, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Doctor is wonderful. Very caring and empathetic. He listened to my wishes and gave me all my options to choice from. In the end, he went with my choice, which I appreciated. I would recommend him in a heart beat.
UofU Patient
January 09, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Petty is a true professional!
UofU Patient
January 07, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Love U of U and your medical staff
UofU Patient
December 30, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Dr Pettey has been wonderful to work with.
UofU Patient
December 29, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Pettey, is a great optometrist. My whole family sees him. He has a great bedside manner, cares about his patients and listens to concerns.
UofU Patient
December 29, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Petti communicates very well and makes sure both parties clearly understand all aspects of my issues and provide solutions.
UofU Patient
December 27, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
There was no assistant for this appointment. Dr. Petty was with me the whole time.
UofU Patient
December 17, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
I had visited 2 ortho providers who couldn't help me. Dr. Petty is incredible. He spent time helping me and told me what the plan was
UofU Patient
December 14, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
I have NEVER had a bad appointment at Moran. I have been coming here for over 15 years and I have always been happy.
UofU Patient
December 11, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
The assistant at the start shrugged off any concerns I had. Due to having to go into work I asked for my eyes not to be dialafed and they said they had to do it anyway. (I know it's an important part, I have seen eye doctors since I was born) just a rough time considering I couldn't work for hours after. The doctor I had however was absolutely amazing. He was so nice about explaining everything, and making sure I knew of all options. I will continue seeing him.
UofU Patient
December 05, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
I had no worries or concerns. The initial intake and testing done by ? Was curt, straight to the point, not necessarily friendly or approachable
UofU Patient
December 04, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
It was a very good visit. Dr Pettey provided answers to all questions and had new options to suggest that I was unaware of.
UofU Patient
November 29, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Pettey and his staff area always very caring and very thorough.
UofU Patient
November 27, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Dr Pettey is an excellent doctor. He communicates clearly and is genuinely concerned about outcomes. I would highly recommend Dr Pettey and enjoy our interactions together.
UofU Patient
November 23, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Pettey is amazing. Nice, goes out of his way to make sure I understand and remembers little things about me personally that we had discussed the past appointments
UofU Patient
November 14, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Dr Petty is fantastic!
UofU Patient
November 07, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Pettey made sure to explain each step and invited feedback.
UofU Patient
November 07, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Did an excellent job explaining my options for glasses and care. He worked hard to help me with my problem and seemed quite sincere in his concern for my issues.
UofU Patient
November 07, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Dix Patterson is the best! He took time to let me think of questions, and was thoughtful and attentive in his answers.
UofU Patient
October 25, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Petty seemed too rushed. I felt the PA did an excellent job. I waited for Dr. Petty and really didn't learn anything new from him. I felt like he brushed over my results.
UofU Patient
October 22, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Dix Petty is a very experienced, concerned doctor.
UofU Patient
October 18, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
This was the best care I have ever received at a medical appointment. Symptoms that I have had for years that were overlooked by previous physicians were easily diagnosed within seconds at this appointment. After this one appointment and the new contacts the doctor prescribed, my vision is better than it has ever been and I can wear contacts the entire day without pain and irritation, which I never thought was possible. Additionally, the Moran Eye Center created the most welcoming, patient friendly atmosphere, from the person I checked in with, to the doctor, to the people I ordered my trial contacts with, even a random employee on the first floor who gave me directions to where I was looking for with a smile. This was the best experience I have ever had at any medical facility and I will definitely be recommending this care provider and the Moran Eye Center to others.
UofU Patient
October 16, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
All medical care provided was great, no issues there at all.
UofU Patient
October 10, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Very comfortable asking questions and receiving answers
UofU Patient
September 22, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
The assistant was all above average, friendly, compassionate, considerate, informative, thorough, just everything above.
UofU Patient
September 18, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
September 18, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Doctor Pettey presribed steroid eye drops which are not covered by my Medicare Rx plan. With the pharmacy's discount the price is $169. Both the pharmacy and I called Dr. Pettey's office to ask if either a different Rx could be sent in for something my insurance covers or if the process could be started to get a prior approval from the insurance. The sample bottle I was given of a similar steroid drop is running out, and It doesn't work as well as I'd like--partial relief that lasts for about 3 hours with dosing instructions of every 6 hours. My eye still bothers me quite a bit and I'm about to go ahead and pay the $169.
UofU Patient
September 16, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
The doctor was amazing and even gave me different names for eyedrops that were cheap but effective. He was quick and efficient i.will definitely recommend him to.others.
UofU Patient
September 14, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Maybe its because I am a nerd, but I would have liked a little more detailed discussion about what my eyes were doing. We discussed their health, but not really much about my prescription and how my vision was changing.
UofU Patient
September 05, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Pettey is amazing! I have a more complex case and he did not give up on me! We found the perfect solution for me and I couldn't be more pleased and thankful for him as my doctor.
UofU Patient
September 03, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. D. Petty is excellent.
UofU Patient
September 02, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
We were very happy
UofU Patient
September 02, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
I'm 100% satisfied with my care and treatment. Highly recommend.
UofU Patient
September 01, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Petty was amazing! So kind and quick and informed me of all options and made sure I was comfortable with them
UofU Patient
August 29, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Doctor Dix pattey he is a great doctor
UofU Patient
August 26, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr petty is very good to me
UofU Patient
August 05, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent care! Professional, sensitive, thorough. My first visit and I'm absolutely satisfied and more. Thank you.
Dix Pettey, OD MS 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 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 The 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 five children. He is also a passionate fan of the Utah Jazz, Real Salt Lake and the University of Utah.
Academic Locations
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, 2016 |
| Externship | Chalmers P. Wylie VA Ambulatory Care Center Optometry Externship, 2015 |
| Graduate Training | Ohio State University College of Optometry Vision Science M.S., 2015 |
| Professional Other | Ohio State University College of Optometry Optometry O.D., 2015 |
| Undergraduate | University of Utah Exercise & Sports Science; Minor: Chemistry B.Sc. (Hons), 2010 |