Hyrum Wahlquist, O.D.

Optometrist

Hyrum Patrick Wahlquist, O.D. earned his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Florida in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology in 2019. He obtained his Doctor of Optometry from the University of Missouri - Saint Louis (UMSL) in 2023.

As an optometry student, Dr. Wahlquist participated in a variety of rotations specializing in glaucoma management, specialty contact lenses, pediatrics, and ocular disease. Dr. Wahlquist received the Community Outreach Clinical Excellence Award for exceptional care of patients in a community healthcare setting in 2023. He is fluent in the Spanish language and enjoys mitigating the gap in eye care in underserved populations.

Dr. Wahlquist is passionate about forming long-term relationships with his patients in rural communities and providing real improvements in their quality of life.

Dr. Wahlquist is a native of Bristol, FL. His hobbies and interests include hunting, fishing, and spending time with his wife and family. He is excited to be back home in the South and to serve the residents of Marianna, FL and surrounding areas!

Testimonials

Dr. Wahlquist and his staff were amazing. Everyone was very friendly and polite. It was our first time there. We would recommend them to anyone. And we'll definitely be back. Already seen a second pair of glasses that I want. Thank you all for the wonderful experience.

- Charles S.

Dr. Wahlquist and his staff are great with my 8-year-old daughter. She had to get glasses for the first time, and they made the process go smoothly.

- Alisha C.

Dr Wahlquist is wonderful, and his staff is friendly and helpful. Averie was especially helpful while picking out my frames and was very informative with the different lens options they provide 😊

- Janna E.