Chinook Eye Center was built on a straightforward belief: people in rural communities deserve the same quality of eye care that patients in major cities receive. Too often, families along the Hi-Line have had to choose between a long drive to a distant clinic or going without the care their eyes need. We opened our doors to change that.
Dr. John Perez founded Chinook Eye Center to serve the communities of Havre, Chinook, and the surrounding region with comprehensive, technology-driven eye care delivered in a setting where you are known by name. We provide thorough eye health examinations, specialized services for conditions like dry eye, diabetic eye disease, cataracts, and macular degeneration, and the kind of honest, unhurried care that builds trust over time.
We treat every patient like a close friend who we are genuinely glad to see. That is not a tagline; it is how we operate. When you walk into our office, our team greets you warmly, takes the time to understand your concerns, and makes sure you are comfortable before your exam begins. Dr. Perez explains every finding in plain language and answers every question. You leave our office knowing exactly where your eye health stands and what, if anything, needs attention.
We have invested in advanced diagnostic technology, including Optomap retinal imaging and iCare tonometry, because accurate diagnosis requires accurate tools. These instruments allow us to examine your eyes with the precision of a metropolitan practice while making your experience more comfortable. Retinal imaging without dilating drops. Pressure measurement without the puff of air. Better results, better experience.
Chinook Eye Center welcomes patients using insurance as well as those who prefer to pay out of pocket. Because every plan is a little different and benefits can change from year to year, the best way to find out how your specific coverage applies is to call our office before your appointment. Our team is happy to help you understand your benefits and answer any questions about cost. For patients paying out of pocket, our pricing is fair and clearly communicated up front, so you can plan ahead with confidence.
Seeing patients in both Havre and Chinook, we serve patients from across north-central Montana and the southern Alberta communities just across the border. Our patients come from Hill County, Blaine County, Phillips County, Chouteau County, the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation, and the towns that dot Highway 2 from Shelby to Glasgow. Canadian patients choose us for our proximity to the border, our transparent pricing and straightforward payment process, and the quality of care they receive.
We keep our equipment current. We train our staff well. We maintain clean, welcoming offices. And we hold ourselves to the standard that every patient should leave feeling cared for, informed, and confident in the health of their eyes. That is the practice Dr. Perez set out to build, and it is the practice we deliver every day.
Call (406) 357-3740 to schedule your appointment at our Havre or Chinook office.
Walk-ins and same-day appointments are welcome.