Dix Pettey
( out of 664 reviews )

Dix Pettey, OD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

John A. Moran Eye Center

Salt Lake City
801-581-2352
Directions

Midvalley Health Center

Murray
801-581-2955
Directions

  • 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.

    Get to know Dr. Pettey by watching his profile video.

    Specialties

    Patient Rating

    5.0 /5
    ( out of 664 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

    Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    June 27, 2025
    MIDVALLEY

    Dr. Petty was very good

    June 25, 2025
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Dr. Pettey is kind and patient. He is knowledgeable and helpful and really listens. I rarely wait more than a few minutes to see him. Highly recommend.

    June 15, 2025
    MIDVALLEY

    Dr Pettey is one of my favorite doctors. He is so personable and takes time to explain what's happening with my eyes.

    June 10, 2025
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Dr. Pettey is delightful. I felt very comfortable with him and felt like he had my best interest at heart as I worked through the exam and made decisions for my future.

    June 07, 2025
    MIDVALLEY

    Excellent Care

    May 30, 2025
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    He is fantastic. What else can you say.

    May 24, 2025
    MIDVALLEY

    Dr. Pettey goes beyond the 'average' to listen, to explain, to correctly diagnose and to advise. I trust his judgment, and find him delightful as a diagnostician. Basically - he's great!

    May 24, 2025
    MIDVALLEY

    Dr. Pettey is thorough, respectful, and has a wealth of knowledge. I have some unique challenges with my eyes; he always listens and provides great insight. I always leave feeling better.

    May 22, 2025
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Very professional and kind. Explained everything to me.

  • 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.

    Get to know Dr. Pettey by watching his profile video.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences -Associate Professor (Clinical)

    Education history

    Fellowship Optometry, Specialty Contact Lenses, Anterior Segment - John A. Moran Eye Center Academic Fellow
    Externship Optometry - Chalmers P. Wylie VA Ambulatory Care Center Externship
    Graduate Training Vision Science - Ohio State University College of Optometry M.S.
    Professional Other Optometry - Ohio State University College of Optometry O.D.
    Undergraduate Exercise & Sports Science; Minor: Chemistry - University of Utah B.Sc. (Hons)