Our Doctors

Dr. Andrew Mackelprang believes that eye care is about more than clear vision – it’s about helping people live happier, more fulfilling lives. He finds joy in connecting with others and making a meaningful difference, one patient at a time. Over the years, he has developed a particular passion for treating ocular surface disease and chronic dry eye, helping patients who have often struggled for years to finally find relief and comfort.

Originally from Southern California, Dr. Mackelprang made Oro Valley his home, and has even convinced much of his family to join him here. He earned his Bachelor of Science at Brigham Young University and his Doctorate of Optometry from the Arizona College of Optometry, graduating with honors and membership in the Beta Sigma Kappa Optometric Society. He is also a proud member of both the Arizona and Southern Arizona Optometric Associations.
 

Fluent in Spanish thanks to two years of missionary service in Oaxaca, Mexico, Dr. Mackelprang brings cultural understanding and warmth to his care. When he’s not at the office, you’ll find him enjoying life with his wife, son, and two daughters – often sharing good food, laughter, and Arizona sunsets.

Doctor Robert Mitchell had a vision for Oro Valley Eyecare when he opened the office in 2010. He wanted to create something special and different- a place that embodied the motto “We Care. You’ll See.” Doctor Mitchell loves taking time to really “Care” for each patient and ensure that they “See” clearly and comfortably.
 

He was raised in Oklahoma and received his undergraduate degree from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. Doctor Mitchell met his wife on the tennis courts at BYU and they learned early in their marriage that they enjoyed participating in and watching sports events together. They moved to Oro Valley from Houston, Texas after graduating from the University of Houston College of Optometry in 2006. After 20+ years of marriage you will still find them playing tennis, pickle ball, golf, on their roller blades or bicycles, and attending local soccer, baseball, volleyball, basketball or football games.
 

Over the past several years, Doctor Mitchell has started focusing on several subspecialties in the office. Those include Orthokeratology (non-surgical vision correction), Advanced Dry Eye Evaluations and Treatments, and Neuro-Vision Training (both for athletes and aging eyes). He loves to talk to patients about the importance of Nutrition for long term eye health and visual performance. Do you just need an eye doctor that will take the time to listen to your needs and give you some of the most up to date treatment options? Schedule a time to talk to Doctor Mitchell about Ultimate Eyecare by clicking on the following link: Ultimate Eyecare
 

Doctor Mitchell speaks Spanish after volunteering as a missionary for 2 years in the Portland Oregon area and is currently learning Swedish. He dabbles in playing the bagpipes and the guitar…..but not at the same time. He is very proud of his four children and loves to encourage and cheer them on in all their endeavors.
 

Member:

• American Optometric Association
• Arizona Optometric Association

Born: Provo, Utah

Raised: Tulsa, Oklahoma

Education:

• Bachelor of Science- Brigham Young University
• Optometry Degree- University of Houston College of Optometry
• Externship- Bridge Builders Eye Clinic in Dallas, TX
• Externship- VA Clinic in Tulsa, OK
• Retina Research- Fellowship Program – University of Houston College of Optometry

Community Service:

• Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity
• Boy Scouts of America

Social: Married with 3 daughters and 1 son

Interests: Outdoor Activities with Family, Bagpipes, Guitar, Art