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Melanie Thares

Meet Dr. Melanie Thares (Waite Park, MN)

Melanie Thares, O.D., received her Doctor of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry and earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University.

Dr. Thares is an experienced optometrist focused on comprehensive eye care and is currently accepting new patients. She chose a career in optometry because it allows her to care for patients’ vision while also gaining insight into their overall health. She values the opportunity to work closely with patients and is passionate about raising awareness of the importance of ocular health and its connection to the rest of the body.


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Find Insight EyeCare - Waite Park in Waite Park, MN

Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Sep. 7 Closed
  • Nov. 26 Closed
  • Nov. 27 Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed

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Patient Reviews

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Nicolette J. - Jul 30, 2026
I love this place; great care and so friendly! I have significant eye phobia and the providers are s... o kind and understanding. I have also been struggling for well over a year with eye dryness, irritation/strain, and migraines. I saw Dr Paradis and he was amazing. He quickly could determine that my prescription was actually too strong. He gave me a new prescription as well as additional options to address the dry eye. I have been feeling so much better.
ann b. - Jul 22, 2026
Dr Lanette Green is awesome, caring and explaining what is happening.