Doctors & Staff
Meet the experienced and friendly doctors and staff who make Milton-Edgewood Eye Clinic the leading provider of vision care products and eye care services in the Milton Edgewood community.
Dr. Teresa Erickson, O.D.
“I’m delighted to be part of the Milton and Edgewood community and am proud of our clinic and eyewear gallery. I believe in caring for people, not just eyes. I seek to provide thorough, comprehensive eye examinations and eye health care that is helpful, informative, and enjoyable for all patients. I am confident that you will receive the professional care, personalized service, and quality eyewear at Milton-Edgewood Eye Clinic that you expect and deserve.” Learn more about Dr. Erickson.
Dr. Chelsea Dewalt
“It has been a pleasure to join the Milton-Edgewood Eye Clinic team and to meet and care for the wonderful people of this community. Our whole team is professional, passionate, and dedicated to providing the best eye care to all individuals who visit the clinic. I believe in providing you high quality service that is tailored to your needs. Your eyes matter and you matter!” Learn more about Dr. Dewalt.
Heather – Office Manager and Optometric Technician
Heather doubles as our Office Manager and Exam Technician, and has been part of our team for 15 years. She is passionate about patient care and strives to give our patients the best experience possible whether they are returning to our office or it is their first visit. She also enjoys traveling especially to visit her daughter who currently attends Boise State University.
Debbie – Optician
A native of the Puyallup area, Debbie has 30 years of optical experience – all in our clinic. She is highly skilled at helping with selection and adjustment of eyewear to obtain your best vision. She loves to watch the transformation in our patients when they see clearly for the first time, or just love their “new look! When she’s not helping patients with their eyewear, Debbie enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Hiking and motor-cycle riding are favorites… with polarized sunglasses of course!
Sue – Billing and Insurance Specialist
Sue is our Billing and Insurance specialist, working in the eye care field for over 15 years. She makes the complex world of insurance look easy, and patients really appreciate that. She loves being part of team that is passionate about preventative care and helping others see their best! A Puget Sound native, she who enjoys the beauty of Mt. Rainier, the ocean and Seattle. She also loves home remodeling and spending time with family and friends.
Carrie – Patient Coordinator and Insurance Specialist
Carrie has served as a front office administrator and insurance specialist for the clinic for over 10 years. She likes to get things right and make sure the people understand their insurance benefits. Even though much of her work is behind the scenes, every patient benefits from her diligence. Outside of the office, she enjoys taking her sons to all of their activities supervising her two puppies (Pugs).
Ted – General Business Manager
Ted is Dr. Erickson’s husband and has served as the general business manager since Dr. Erickson bought the clinic in 1999. He has been full-time in that position since retiring from Boeing 5 years ago. Having lost an eye in a childhood injury, Ted is an advocate for vision safety. He strongly supports the high standards of clinic, and believes that the diligence, skill, and dedication of the doctors and staff is a big part of what makes Milton-Edgewood Eye Clinic special. Ted is also a musician (bass), and loves spending time with his wife, two children and two cats.