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Jennie M Tomlinson

Jennie M Tomlinson, OD

Optometry

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant 0-2
  • Child 2-12
  • Adolescent 12-21
  • Adult 21-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

About

Care Philosophy

As your optometrist, I am dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive eye care for all ages, from routine exams to managing eye diseases, such as cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetes-related retinopathy. My passion is ensuring your vision is clear and your eyes are healthy.

Personal Statement

I love to spend my weekends hiking and exploring the river towns surrounding Winona, as well as traveling to see new countries. I also love cooking, running and spending my summers golfing.

Clinical Interests

  • Ocular disease management
  • Co-managing ocular surgery alongside our ophthalmologists
  • Routine primary care eye exams

Locations

  1. Emplify Health Winona Ophthalmology
  2. Emplify Health Wabasha Ophthalmology

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Gundersen Medical Foundation, Optometry, 2023
  • Professional School: College of Optometry at Pacific University, 2022

Insurance

Search plans
  • Aetna Health Management
  • Amerigroup Iowa Inc
  • Anthem BCBS WI
  • Arise Health Plan/ WPS
  • BCBS MN
  • Benefit Plan Administrators
  • Care Wisconsin
  • CIGNA
  • Community Link
  • Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
  • HealthEOS by Multiplan
  • Healthpartners, Inc
  • Independent Care Health Plan Medicaid
  • Medica IFB
  • Meritain Health
  • MHS Health
  • Midlands Choice
  • Quartz
  • The Alliance
  • Tricare West
  • Ucare Minnesota
  • United Healthcare Inc.
  • WCA Group Health Trust
  • Wellmark BCBS IA
  • Wisconsin Physician Services

Reviews

4.9 of 5 stars

369 Ratings, 104 Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/11/2026

    We like to support our local providers. This was a great experience and we will definitely be using them in the future.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/30/2026

    Nothing, everything is great Thank you

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2026

    The Dr. was wonderful. The technician was also. The gal at the desk was very helpful and fantastic. Will always come here for our eyes. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2026

    Great Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2026

    Provider was very thorough and took time explaining everything.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2026

    Dr. Jennie is very thorough and answered my questions concerning my eye issue . She listened to my questions and answered them . I highly recommend her she's very knowledgeable and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2026

    Online check in always says I can check in online and I do follow the prompts to do so but it will always say go to the desk and check in! Only frustrating feature I find that happens every time. Both kiosks at the Winona Gundersen building are never running. Always need to check in with a person which I find very frustrating and inefficient! One time they almost didn't let us have our appointment because we stood in long so long and it was too close to our appointment time and they were going to turn us away because of it!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2026

    Overall I left the appointment energized with positivity and appreciated how well understood I felt!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2026

    I'm very happy getting all my medical need at Gundersen.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2026

    Could've used a little more direction in where to sit while waiting for the appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2026

    Both the doctor and technician were very thorough and pleasant to work with.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2026

    my chart sometimes asks you to do something and then won't allow you to progress through the task. Annoying

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/9/2026

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/8/2026

    Thank you for the care I have received at Gunderson.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2026

    The entire team was friendly and took care of my problem very well. Thank you for great service.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2026

    The opthamologist assistant was happy and helpful, a pleasure to know.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/5/2026

    Not only was Dr. Tomlinson great, but the technicians were great too!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/7/2026

    Jennie was awesome very informative and extremely helpful, highly recommend her

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/4/2026

    She is THE best provider!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2026

    Optometry is a wonderful addition to the services offered in Wabasha.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2026

    The entire staff was wonderful!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2026

    Excellent experience; very, very satisfied.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/18/2026

    it was okay

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2026

    Dr. Jennie Tomlinson, along with her support technician could not have been better from a customer service standpoint. I am so grateful to have this service available to our service area, and to have the quality of providers in our affiliate location is truly something to be proud of!!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/9/2026

    The week before I had an appointment set up. The message says "arrival time". At all other clinics "arrival time" is check in time and gives you a grace period of 10-15 minutes before your appointment. I was 7 minutes late for "arrival time" which is very different than "appointment time". I was told they wouldn't see me and to make another appointment. The following week my "arrival time", was 2:20, but I didn't actually see the doctor till 3:18. I waited almost 15 minutes to be lead to the room, saw the tech for 10 minutes than sat and waited another 30 minutes before the doctor came in and this happened because I was so fed up, I opened the door to leave. So it's ok for empathfy to make a patient schedule a new appointment for being 7 minutes late, and at the next appointment sit and wait for a doctor who is almost an hour late. Your double standard doesn't work for me. Do you get what's wrong with this picture? Doctor can be u exceptionally late and there is no grace for patients who are marginally late. Even if some had the decency to poke their head in the dark room and say, the doctors running late, we apologize it will be another 15 minutes... But I got nothing ! Terrible customer service.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/9/2026

    Digital experience, minimal

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2026

    I appreciated that the doctor added some tests to the blood work scheduled to check on some other conditions we have been watching. The doctor was also very helpful answering questions I had through MyChart

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/26/2026

    Dr Tomlinson is talented, empathetic, and patient centered.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/24/2026

    I'm very satisfied with the efficiency provided for my visit.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2026

    Everything was fine, except I wish I would have known that my insurance wasn't accepted to get glasses.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/19/2026

    EVERYONE in the clinic is great and helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/16/2026

    Everything about my appointment went very good! It's so nice to have this care offered in Wabasha by such caring and competent people! I was very happy and impressed with everyone!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/16/2026

    Excellent staff, Doctor Tomlinson has recruited and trained them well. She was very helpful and developed a good plan.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/9/2026

    Dr. Tomlinson is a gem. She explained the tests in an understandable way and asked in I had any further questions many times. I have complete trust in her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2026

    It was a great experience. The staff was personablle and reassuring. The first time I left a Clinic looking forward to the next exam and realizing I had to wait 12 months. Ha!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2026

    I appreciated the digital check in process and the ability to tell the system I was running late for my first appointment. However I wish the system would have informed me that I would need to reschedule if I would be more than 5 minutes late so I wouldn't have wasted time driving there. I also think there may have been an error in the system thinking I simply missed my appointment because I got an automated message saying "we missed you. Would you like to reschedule," when I rescheduled the day of my appointment when I tried to check in late. It was minimally frustrated and definitely my bad for being late, but communication could be improved

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/23/2026

    It was all good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/14/2026

    A very good visit. Makes patients feel confident in care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/11/2026

    I pre-registered online but new insurance information may not have transferred in. The pre registration took longer than I thought it should.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/7/2026

    You don't take VSP. Sad face.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/5/2026

    I felt that I had a thorough exam. The technician was very efficient and didn't waste any time. Dr. Tomlinson went over everything and did a thorough exam and addressed my issue with dry eyes. We had help with choosing new frames. She was very knowledgeable and helpful. Overall, it was a great experience. I highly recommend the Eye Clinic to my friends and family.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/27/2026

    Great to have eye care in Wabasha.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/26/2026

    My visit was for an eye exam follow-up. I wish I could have been told I would NOT have my eyes dilated so I could have driven myself instead of having someone drive me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/24/2026

    A pleasant experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/15/2026

    Awesome!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/15/2026

    Everything went well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2026

    Jennie is an exceptional doctor. Extremely thorough, had actually read my chart and knew my medical history, explained things in layman's terms and was just plain a pleasure to have as my eye expert.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2026

    Jennie is just great-very personable and also knowledgeable! She was very willing to meet me where I was with my eyesight and offered reassurance that all the changes I am noticing are normal parts of aging that I am addressing appropriately. A great addition to the Wabasha team!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/8/2026

    Both the doctor and the nurse were excellent. Very friendly and personable. I was very happy that I switched from who I was seeing prior.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Excellent, friendly and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Both the nurse that did the initial assessment and Dr. Tomlinson were kind, efficient and delightfully communicative. Two Thumbs Up.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    First time to eye Dr. in years and it was a great experience. I felt relaxed with the people.

    1 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    I waited in the waiting room there for a half hour before I got to see the doctor. That's the only thing I got to say about that. Other than that, everything was good, but I had to wait in a chair to get my eyes checked for a half hour before I seen a doctor. That's it. Goodbye.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2026

    /////////////////////////Excellent doctor and her nurse!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/8/2026

    Everything was very timely and informative.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    Cheerful and friendly people

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/6/2026

    All the ladies took very good care of my needs and I felt warm and relaxed with all there help Thanks!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    What a wonderful provider! Pleasant and thoughtful. Clearly read my records carefully before my appointment!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    Jennie wa a complete and very precise Dr. She explained everything and made me feel comfortable at all times. I was very confident in her decisions for my treatment. She was a breath of fresh air.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    I was very impressed with everyone that I worked with in the vision department. Felt I had a very thorough exam. Will certainly recommend her to friends.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    Excellent job of explaining my eye situation and future options. Couldn't ask for more.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/25/2026

    Great experience, better than expected. Very professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    The whole team was exceptional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Great one of the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Very professional, courteous and friendly staff. It felt very welcoming and relaxing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Very helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Very happy with my provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/4/2026

    I have already told multiple people how impressed I was with my visit. Really appreciated the explanations from both the Dr and nurse!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/1/2026

    Love, love Jennie.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/1/2026

    Dr Tomlinson is great. She is knowledgeable and super friendly. Highly recommend

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    I thought Jennie Tomlinson was outstanding. I've already recommended her to a number of my friends and family. The only thing I would suggest is your pre-appointment intake information that you send online having to answer all of those repetitive questions, especially if you have numerous appointments within days of each other. I would suggest eliminating that.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Very pleased

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Exceptional care and customer service

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    The provider was very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Both tech and doctor were total pros.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Dr. Jennie was beautiful, radiating personality and knowledge. She shared her expertise when i needed it. I came away with the confidence to handle all of my issues. I am so glad my appt was scheduled with her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    I don't like the constant emails and texts about appointments!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    Excellent in every way!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    Excellent care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    Jenni is a Great Dr

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    The doctor and tech were so nice! They were friendly and welcoming, good experience for my son.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    Jennie is a great doctor. Very polite, thorough, and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Very pleasant and considerate personal. Explained everything great and easy to understand. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Good appointment good experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    The Eye Department, what a awesome team. Everyone is so friendly.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    I didn't find a couple of people who worked with me to be as profesional as I'm used to. Kind, yes. Fast and quick does not equate with profesional to me. I expect good language skills from profesional as well. Overall, I did like the procedures and how much smarter eye vision evaluation was done. Perhaps my attitude needs adjusting. I'm aging, but I'm smart, well educated and not slow...seemed that's what they were expecting from me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    Extremely kind staff

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/11/2025

    The check in person was not the best. She was busy and she should have said something about being with me shortly but just kept typing away ignoring me.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    The only thing that I don't like is that they do not accept my insurance when it comes to the purchase or frames or lenses. I need to go to a different place to use my insurance for the purchase of new glasses. Sure I can get glasses from the Gundersen location BUT my insurance isn't used, I'd need to pay standard cost.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    I'm more than satisfied with my care through Gundersen

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/2/2025

    Excellent staff!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    My second time with her and she is awesome. Very knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    I really liked Dr. Tomlinson. She was very forth right & personable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/25/2025

    Dr. Tomlinson is AMAZING! Couldn't be more pleased with her care. Thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    Always very professional and knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    Incredibly friendly staff calmed me down when I feared the worst. They really cared about me as a patient and as a person!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    Wonderful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    Thank you all for being so kind and thorough!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Everyone that I dealt with was very friendly and helpful. This was my first visit to the eye clinic and I was very impressed with Jennie.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Dr. Tomlinson is awesome. Good doctor, good person. Made me feel good about the whole experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/27/2025

    Everyone at the eye clinic was friendly and made me feel comfortable. Jennie listened and spent time with me and gave me great suggestions for my eye issues. I will recommend the eye clinic to anyone looking for eye care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Pleasant visit that occurred in a timely fashion.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    She went above and beyond, kind, generous, concerned, and more than willing to help with answers!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Excellent customer service. Very friendly environment!

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