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Morgan L Smerud

Morgan L Smerud, OD

Optometry

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Highlights

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

About Morgan L Smerud

Care Philosophy

I believe that an overall greater understanding of ocular health gives patients more confidence in their health knowledge and leads to better outcomes.

Personal Statement

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our three children, reading and spending time outdoors hiking.

Clinical Interests

  • Diabetic optometry care
  • Glaucoma
  • Macular degeneration

Locations

  1. Emplify Health Waukon Optometry

Expertise

Education

  • Professional School: University Of The Incarnate World, 2019

Board Certifications

  • Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry: American Board of Optometry, 2023

Insurance

Please contact the doctor's office directly to confirm acceptance of insurance. *denotes Medicare Advantage Plan
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

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

337 ratings, 54 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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Provider Listened Carefully
Provider Gave Easy to Understand Instructions
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
Provider Spent Enough Time
Provider Explained Things Clearly
Provider Listened Carefully
Provider Gave Easy to Understand Instructions
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/5/2026

    Efficient Professional Pleasant Overall: Gundersen has much to be proud of their staff!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/3/2026

    Nothing more to say. Was a great experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/29/2026

    Could not get on my chart after many times ????? Very disappointed

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

    Morgan took time with me and is such a caring provider!

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

    Dr. Very knowledgeable, impressive

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

    My appointment was an emergency situation and I got in almost immediately.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/21/2026

    Had a great eye yearly check up.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2026

    I liked that she didn't try to get me to buy a pair of glasses right away but told me to give it a couple months and see how I felt just using readers.

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

    No issues. Good appointment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Efficient, timely and accommodating! Thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Everyone was smiling and helpful !

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    Everyone was very friendly and helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    The digital experience where you have to pre-register is a little bit sketchy yet because when it says to submit, I wrote in submit and then I got another notification to please pre-register. So it isn't completely the way it should be yet. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    Treated good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    Great visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    Great experience!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Dr Smerud was wonderful, the explainations were through, in understandable terms, she answered all my questions and never made me feel rushed or that I was using too much of her time. I really appreciate her.

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

    I was very satisfied with my appointments. They were all very kind and alert to everything, so I was very satisfied. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/14/2025

    very good

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

    I was very happy with how I was treated by everyone there. They all took their time to listen to what I said. They were caring.

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

    Everyone is very happy and friendly.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    Long wait time for Doctor to come in room

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    Very friendly and competent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Perfect experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    The actual visit was good. The check-in on the internet is way too long and confusing.

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

    Always a great experience going to gundersen

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

    Thanks for the friendly smile throughout

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    But the people were very helpful. That's about all.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    I am very satisfied with the care I received from Morgan. She listens to my questions and concerns and gives me good advice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    It's always pleasant experience to visit the Waukon Clinic. All personal are friendly and offering to give you any assistance.

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

    I don't like having to pre check in on my phone.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    Always great service.

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

    Everything was great.

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

    Always excellent service. That's why we always go here.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Dr. Smerud is wonderful. Kind, caring. They are all efficient and courteous

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/21/2025

    Dr Smerud, I'm not sure I spelled her name correctly, and her staff were extremely efficient and very welcoming. It was my first visit at the Waukon Eye Clinic, and I already have my 2026 appointment scheduled. They also laughed at all my jokes, which I totally appreciated!! Robyn helped me get the glasses I picked out and she was VERY patient with me, so I never felt that I had to "hurry up" and decide. All in all it was a very pleasant experience and I look forward to getting my new glasses. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    The entire staff , from check in, the technician, and Dr. Smerud were so pleasant, professional, and took the time to listen to my concerns , good job to the entire staff

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    Dr. Smerud is very knowledgeable and caring and I am glad she is my provider for my vision needs.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    I was here on vacation when my eye was injured. They took me right in and I was treated so well. I so appreciate everything everyone did for me and the way they treated me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    Good care close to home

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Great job!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    This appointment took longer to get approved because of the dumb ass layoffs in the VA.

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

    Your method of notification by text needs to be tuned up. Received multiple text to preregistration when I had already done so and then sending one that I should be at the registration desk when there was no instruction to do so.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    I was having eye issues and immediately was given an appointment. I had a great exam and all my questions were answered.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/28/2025

    Experience was all good that day. Thank you for the great care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    I love the small town convenience- Everyone is so friendly & accommodating !

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    Everyone was friendly and went above and beyond. I true your eye clinic and get the care I need. Thank you

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    I was very satisfied with my visit. I got in right away. It seemed like both the nurse and the doctor were very friendly and concerned about my health. I mean, we talked about different things. So I was very satisfied. Thank you. Bye.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Morgan was very attentive to make sure I understood options with future care

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

    Enjoy seeing Dr. Smerud. She is friendly and always answers all your questions. Would strongly recommend her to family and friends.

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

    Dr Smerud took the time to explain my particular glaucoma diagnosis and best treatment and monitoring of the disease. She did it in a way I could easily understand. Thank you for caring!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/27/2025

    Great experience, thank you for caring and treating me with kindness!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2025

    I was having a difficult time describing what I was concerned about. Dr. Smerud listened carefully and then was able to clearly explain what she was observing in regards to my eye and why I was having the physical reactions I felt. I left this visit assured my surgery on the previous day had gone well and that I was following post surgery instructions I had been given.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2025

    Great care

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

    Efficient Professional Pleasant Overall: Gundersen has much to be proud of their staff!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/3/2026

    Nothing more to say. Was a great experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/29/2026

    Could not get on my chart after many times ????? Very disappointed

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

    Morgan took time with me and is such a caring provider!

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

    Dr. Very knowledgeable, impressive

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

    My appointment was an emergency situation and I got in almost immediately.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/21/2026

    Had a great eye yearly check up.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2026

    I liked that she didn't try to get me to buy a pair of glasses right away but told me to give it a couple months and see how I felt just using readers.

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

    No issues. Good appointment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Efficient, timely and accommodating! Thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Everyone was smiling and helpful !

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    Everyone was very friendly and helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    The digital experience where you have to pre-register is a little bit sketchy yet because when it says to submit, I wrote in submit and then I got another notification to please pre-register. So it isn't completely the way it should be yet. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    Treated good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    Great visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    Great experience!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Dr Smerud was wonderful, the explainations were through, in understandable terms, she answered all my questions and never made me feel rushed or that I was using too much of her time. I really appreciate her.

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

    I was very satisfied with my appointments. They were all very kind and alert to everything, so I was very satisfied. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/14/2025

    very good

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

    I was very happy with how I was treated by everyone there. They all took their time to listen to what I said. They were caring.

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

    Everyone is very happy and friendly.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    Long wait time for Doctor to come in room

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    Very friendly and competent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Perfect experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    The actual visit was good. The check-in on the internet is way too long and confusing.

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

    Always a great experience going to gundersen

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

    Thanks for the friendly smile throughout

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    But the people were very helpful. That's about all.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    I am very satisfied with the care I received from Morgan. She listens to my questions and concerns and gives me good advice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    It's always pleasant experience to visit the Waukon Clinic. All personal are friendly and offering to give you any assistance.

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

    I don't like having to pre check in on my phone.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    Always great service.

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

    Everything was great.

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

    Always excellent service. That's why we always go here.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Dr. Smerud is wonderful. Kind, caring. They are all efficient and courteous

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/21/2025

    Dr Smerud, I'm not sure I spelled her name correctly, and her staff were extremely efficient and very welcoming. It was my first visit at the Waukon Eye Clinic, and I already have my 2026 appointment scheduled. They also laughed at all my jokes, which I totally appreciated!! Robyn helped me get the glasses I picked out and she was VERY patient with me, so I never felt that I had to "hurry up" and decide. All in all it was a very pleasant experience and I look forward to getting my new glasses. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    The entire staff , from check in, the technician, and Dr. Smerud were so pleasant, professional, and took the time to listen to my concerns , good job to the entire staff

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    Dr. Smerud is very knowledgeable and caring and I am glad she is my provider for my vision needs.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    I was here on vacation when my eye was injured. They took me right in and I was treated so well. I so appreciate everything everyone did for me and the way they treated me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    Good care close to home

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Great job!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    This appointment took longer to get approved because of the dumb ass layoffs in the VA.

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

    Your method of notification by text needs to be tuned up. Received multiple text to preregistration when I had already done so and then sending one that I should be at the registration desk when there was no instruction to do so.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    I was having eye issues and immediately was given an appointment. I had a great exam and all my questions were answered.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/28/2025

    Experience was all good that day. Thank you for the great care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    I love the small town convenience- Everyone is so friendly & accommodating !

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    Everyone was friendly and went above and beyond. I true your eye clinic and get the care I need. Thank you

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    I was very satisfied with my visit. I got in right away. It seemed like both the nurse and the doctor were very friendly and concerned about my health. I mean, we talked about different things. So I was very satisfied. Thank you. Bye.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Morgan was very attentive to make sure I understood options with future care

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

    Enjoy seeing Dr. Smerud. She is friendly and always answers all your questions. Would strongly recommend her to family and friends.

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

    Dr Smerud took the time to explain my particular glaucoma diagnosis and best treatment and monitoring of the disease. She did it in a way I could easily understand. Thank you for caring!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/27/2025

    Great experience, thank you for caring and treating me with kindness!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2025

    I was having a difficult time describing what I was concerned about. Dr. Smerud listened carefully and then was able to clearly explain what she was observing in regards to my eye and why I was having the physical reactions I felt. I left this visit assured my surgery on the previous day had gone well and that I was following post surgery instructions I had been given.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2025

    Great care

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