Dix Pettey
( out of 926 reviews )

Dix Pettey, OD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

  • John A. Moran Eye Center

    801-581-2352

  • Midvalley Health Center

    801-585-3937

  • 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.

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    Specialties

    • Optometry
    • Contacts
    • Ophthalmology

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 926 reviews )

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    Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    February 28, 2023

    Very respectful and caring.

    February 28, 2023

    I love the Dr. Petty brothers!!

    February 24, 2023

    He is very nice.

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  • 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: Profile Video

    Education history

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