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Meet the Doctors
Lynn J. Coon - OD, FAAO
Dr. Coon graduated from Pacific University College of Optometry in 1972 with highest honors. He served as an officer in the Air Force from 1971 until 1976 followed by Air Force Reserves and the Oregon Air National Guard. In 1976, he became Pacific University's first full time Clinical Instructor with an emphasis in ocular pathology and contact lenses. He directed university research projects in Orthokeratology and Hydrocurve extended wear contact lenses. From 1977 until 1983, he was an Assistant Professor of Optometry at Pacific University. In 1984, Dr. Coon moved to Wasilla and enjoyed private practice with his brother, Larry Coon, O.D. In 1995, he joined Ophthalmic Associates, an Anchorage based ophthalmic corporation. He is currently the owner of Valley Eye Associates. Dr. Coon's practice includes general optometry with an emphasis on children's vision, comprehensive eye examinations, contact lenses and pathology detection and treatment. He enjoys gas permeable contact lens fitting for irregular corneas including keratoconus, and refractive surgery patients that require further vision enhancement after their surgery. Dr. Coon has served on Valley Hospital's Operating and Association Boards. He has been recognized as Optometrist of the Year by the Alaska Optometric Association and Young Optometrist of the Year by the Oregon Optometric Association. He has also been nationally recognized for research in orthokeratology. Dr. Lynn Coon and Capi Coon have been married for almost 50 wonderful years. They have 5 children and 8 grandchildren. He has supported Valley High School sports and youth basketball for 40+ years. He enjoys hunting and fishing with his family, as well as golf, basketball, and racquetball.
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Alex Coon - MBA, OD
The Valley Eye team is excited to announce the addition of Dr. Alex Coon. You may recognize the name and/or photos in the office since she is Dr. Lynn Coon’s daughter. Dr. Alex Coon graduated from Whittier College (Whittier California not Alaska!) with a degree in Business, then went on to UAA to earn her Master of Business, and finally went on to earn her Doctorate of Optometry from Illinois College of Optometry. She is a second generation optometrist that is excited to provide the Mat-Su area with the same excellent optometric care that Dr. Lynn Coon provides.
The Valley Eye team is excited to announce the addition of Dr. Alex Coon. You may recognize the name and/or photos in the office since she is Dr. Lynn Coon’s daughter. Dr. Alex Coon graduated from Whittier College (Whittier California not Alaska!) with a degree in Business, then went on to UAA to earn her Master of Business, and finally went on to earn her Doctorate of Optometry from Illinois College of Optometry. She is a second generation optometrist that is excited to provide the Mat-Su area with the same excellent optometric care that Dr. Lynn Coon provides.
Some fun facts about Dr. Alex Coon:
Alaskan born and raised
She has three dogs named Cabela, Bear, and Lily.
She loves children! Good thing she has 10 nieces and nephews to keep her busy!
Former collegiate basketball player/Alaska state champion
She has ran one half-marathon and is eager to run another
You might see her hiking, fishing, four-wheeling, snow-machining, and hunting (she may or may not have shot a larger moose than her husband)
Not only is her father Dr. Lynn Coon an Optometrist but her Uncle Dr. Larry Coon and Cousin Dr. Natalie Macke are Optometrists in Fairbanks Alaska!
Welcome to the Valley Eye Team, Dr. Coon!
Alaskan born and raised
She has three dogs named Cabela, Bear, and Lily.
She loves children! Good thing she has 10 nieces and nephews to keep her busy!
Former collegiate basketball player/Alaska state champion
She has ran one half-marathon and is eager to run another
You might see her hiking, fishing, four-wheeling, snow-machining, and hunting (she may or may not have shot a larger moose than her husband)
Not only is her father Dr. Lynn Coon an Optometrist but her Uncle Dr. Larry Coon and Cousin Dr. Natalie Macke are Optometrists in Fairbanks Alaska!
Welcome to the Valley Eye Team, Dr. Coon!
Our Mission
Our team at Valley Eye Associates is well trained and focused on making your patient experience a personal one. The members of our team attend continuing education classes throughout the year.
The office culture is one of excellence in patient care and personalized service. We believe and practice doing the right thing to make your experience a good one with long lasting happiness, eye health and optimal vision.
The office culture is one of excellence in patient care and personalized service. We believe and practice doing the right thing to make your experience a good one with long lasting happiness, eye health and optimal vision.