Dr. James M. Gurtisen

Dr. Gurtisen is a graduate of Pacific University and has been in private practice since 1991. He is a member of the American Optometric Association, Past President of the Portland Metro Optometric Association the Lion's Club and is treasurer of a fishing club.
He does exceptional work in the areas of Astigmatic and Bifocal contact lens fitting. He dedicates two days per week in Geriatric Vision which includes Nursing home care and application of devices for the visually handicapped.
Dr. Gurtisen obtained a BS. in Fishery Science from University of Washington in 1970. He spent two years in the Army during the Vietnam era as a Combat Engineer. From there he spent 15 years with Battelle Memorial Institute as a specialist in radiological, inorganic and organic chemistry supporting biological and environmental research. Dr. Gurtisen is currently a foster care provider for Oregon Youth Authority. He spends most of his spare time with his wife Shereen and his two Cocker Spaniels.