ABOUT US
WHAT PATIENTS ARE SAYING
Dr Gulbranson is very thorough and always willing to go the extra mile to find solutions! I never feel rushed through the appointment. Staff is welcoming and friendly.
DR. ANGELA GULBRANSON
Dr. Gulbranson is a listener. One of her favorite parts of each appointment is hearing what’s on the minds of her patients. Not just about their vision, but about their lives.
This level of compassion is the foundation for all of her work. And it’s what helps her provide the best treatment options for her patients. While advanced technology is an important part of what she does, it always takes a back seat to kindness.
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After returning home to begin her optometry career, she recognized a growing need for dedicated pediatric eye care and vision therapy services in Sioux Falls. Driven to provide the highest level of care, she founded Visions Eye Care + Therapy Center—ultimately transforming the lives of countless patients.
In her free time, Dr. Gulbranson immerses herself in her family and supports her three children in their many activities. A lover of all seasons, you’re just as likely to find her outdoors in the summer and the winter.
“It is incredibly rewarding to see children succeed who previously struggled with reading and learning.”
EDUCATION
• University of South Dakota; BS
• Indiana University of Optometry School; Doctor of Optometry
SPECIALTIES
• Primary Eye Care
• Pediatric Eye Care
• Binocular Vision / Vision Therapy
• Vision‑Related Learning Difficulties
• Strabismus + Amblyopia
• InfantSEE Provider
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
• South Dakota Optometric Society
• American Optometric Association
• Optometric Vision Development & Rehabilitation Association
WHAT PATIENTS ARE SAYING
My young children had excellent appointments with Dr. Hupke and her staff. The next day they asked if we could see the eye doctor again because it was so much fun! Dr. Hupke and her staff were courteous, personable, and thorough.
DR. JENNIFER HUPKE
After just one appointment with Dr. Hupke, you’ll feel like you visited an old friend. That’s because she works hard to get to know each patient and really listens to what’s on their mind. She’s warm, full of compassion, and prides herself on building relationships based on trust.
Her approach to eye care goes beyond just 20/20 vision. She takes the time to explore each patient’s unique situation and thinks about how vision impacts their daily lives and activities. She’s also very good at explaining the “why” behind everything she does while providing valuable knowledge about vision.
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Away from the clinic, Dr. Hupke likes to keep up with the activities of her three children, cheer on the Duke hoops team, cuddle with her Frenchies, Zion and Albert, and relax at the lake with family and friends.
“What I enjoy most is helping people and making sure the function of their eyes is not holding them back from living life and achieving their goals.”
EDUCATION
• University of South Dakota; BS Business Administration
• Pacific University College of Optometry; Doctor of Optometry
SPECIALTIES
• Primary Eye Care
• Pediatric Eye Care
• Binocular Vision / Vision Therapy
• Vision‑Related Learning Difficulties
• Strabismus + Amblyopia
• Myopia Management
• Dry Eye/Ocular Surface Health
• InfantSEE Provider
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
• South Dakota Optometric Society
• American Optometric Association
• Optometric Vision Development & Rehabilitation Association
WHAT PATIENTS ARE SAYING
If it is true that the best doctors know how to get their young patients to laugh during an exam, then Dr. Gentrup is the queen of the best. Not only that, the support staff knows us by name and personal care is evident in all they do.
DR. ASHLEY GENTRUP
Dr. Gentrup takes passion to a whole new level in her work. She thrives on making personal connections with her patients and brings her fun, friendly, and whimsical personality into every single appointment with kids (and adults)!.
Her exams are much more than simply, “Which is better, one or two?” She takes a functional approach to patient care and is very thorough in helping people improve both their vision and quality of life. She’s honest, straightforward, and communicates clearly without all the medical jargon.
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Residency-trained and South Dakota's only Fellow of Optometric Vision Development and Rehabilitation, she brings unique experiences and skillsets to Sioux Falls. This helps her best understand even the littlest kids in her pediatric eye exams!
When she’s not making every patient feel like they’re her only patient, Dr. Gentrup likes to spend time with her growing family, cheer on her Huskers, bake goodies and take barre3 classes.
“It is such a joy to help individuals of all ages grow; removing visual barriers in order to achieve success in the classroom, in sports, and all parts of life.”
EDUCATION
• University of Nebraska; BS Sociology
• Southern College of Optometry; Doctor of Optometry
• Southern College of Optometry; Post-Doctoral Residency Pediatrics + Vision Therapy
SPECIALTIES
• Primary Eye Care
• Pediatric Eye Care
• Binocular Vision / Vision Therapy
• Vision‑Related Learning Difficulties
• Strabismus + Amblyopia
• Sports Vision
• Neuro-Visual Rehabilitation
• Myopia Management
• InfantSEE Provider
CERTIFICATIONS
• Fellow of the Optometric Vision Development & Rehabilitation Association
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PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
• South Dakota Optometric Society
• American Optometric Association
• Optometric Vision Development & Rehabilitation Association
• International Sports Vision Association
• College of Syntonic Optometry
WHAT PATIENTS ARE SAYING
Dr. DeJongh was absolutely amazing! He took his time to explain everything to me. You could tell he cared about his patients. Best eye doctor I have ever had!
DR. CHRISTIAN DEJONGH
Every patient is unique. And so is the specialized care delivered to each of them by Dr. DeJongh.
Dr. DeJongh believes in getting to know his patients in order to build a relationship based on respect, trust, and understanding. When you have as many outside interests and hobbies as he does, it’s pretty easy to make connections.
When he’s not caring for patients, Dr. DeJongh is a master of dad jokes and a talented musician that performs with several area groups. In addition to his optometric education, he studied music at Augustana University and Boston’s Berklee College of Music. An accomplished drummer, he’s been teaching lessons for over a decade. Yet he still finds a way to spend time with his family, his girlfriend Maddy (who happens to be a dentist!), and his cat, Rho.
“I take pride in delivering comprehensive and compassionate care for the whole family based on each person's unique needs."
EDUCATION
• Augustana University
• Pacific University College of Optometry
SPECIALTIES
• Primary Eye Care
• Ocular Disease
• Dry Eye Disease
• Myopia Management
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CERTIFICATIONS
• Certified Advanced Procedures
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PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
• South Dakota Optometric Society
• American Optometry Association
• Kiwanis International