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​​​​“I treat patients like I would want to be treated.”

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Dr. Brad Christopherson sees optometry patients at Marshfield Medical Center-River Region Stevens Point Campus.

A native of Wausau, Dr. Christopherson enjoys practicing in both Stevens Point. He earned his optometry degree from the Michigan College of Optometry, Big Rapids.

After his undergraduate schooling at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, he worked as a genotyping technologist at Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation. After having the opportunity to follow Optometrist Lance Lubach, O.D., he decided he wanted to go back to school to train as an optometrist.

“I think that growing up in Wausau, I can relate pretty well to my patients,” he said. “I’m really thrilled to be practicing in Stevens Point, where I live, so I can spend more time with my family.”

He enjoys outdoor activities including hunting and fishing, and playing tennis.

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  • Professional Societies
    American Optometric Association Wisconsin Optometric Association

    State Licenses
    Wisconsin

Patient Ratings down arrow

4.9
out of 5 (166 ratings, 37 comments)
4.9
Provider explanations of my problem
4.9
Provider concern for my questions
4.9
Provider's efforts to include me in treatment decisions
4.9
Provider's discussion of proposed treatment
4.9
My likelihood of recommending this provider

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Comments are also gathered from the Press Ganey patient satisfaction survey and displayed in their entirety with the exception of any language that may be considered slander, libel or contain private health information, which will be removed prior to publishing.
Comments are from Press Ganey surveys. Slander, libel and private health information are removed.
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July 17, 2022
Dr. Christopherson was very concerned about my eye issue, was very personable & caring and very honest and _____ when he didn't know an answer to question(s). He was responsible for recommending a specialist for my eye issues who was very excellent.
August 2, 2022
Very friendly and gave me a number of options to choose from.
August 12, 2022
Good.
August 13, 2022
Dr Christopherson and his assistant provide superb care.
August 16, 2022
Dr Christopherson is a wonderful eye doctor. I've referred others to him as well
August 16, 2022
He was th best dr. so far & I have seen a lot of drs.
August 23, 2022
Yes, and a friend asked why I saw a provider so far from home. I told her because he's good, he personable.
August 25, 2022
Absolutely a caring and considerate Doctor
September 7, 2022
Dr. Christopherson is a fabulous provider which is why I drive to Stevens Point to see him for my eye care. The gal at the Optical Center there was so wonderful helping me get my glasses adjusted and new lenses ordered without having to wait.
September 27, 2022
Dr. Christopherson is a very kind & personable doctor who also knows his job very well. He interacts great with people of all ages!
September 27, 2022
Dr. Christopherson was outstanding! Can't say enough good about him. Very caring, compassionate and explained everything very well. Thank you!
October 1, 2022
Dr. Christopherson took extra time to explain changes in my vision.
October 11, 2022
Very personable. I was very relaxed and could ask any question.
October 17, 2022
Recommended Dr Christopherson to my son. He's, also, very happy with Dr Christopherson.
October 21, 2022
I recommend him to everyone!! Excellent!!
October 21, 2022
A very good experience with all involved in my visit.
October 27, 2022
This "doc" is terrific - have seen him for years now -
November 3, 2022
Dr. Christopherson is excellent!! Takes time to go over all options, listens, give help and explanation. I very much appreciate his thorough and caring attitude! Very happy with him.
January 17, 2023
Excellent
January 30, 2023
Amazing doctor. I wish that I had come to him years ago.
January 31, 2023
Dr. Christopherson took time to listen and explain to [the patient] about his eye health.
February 4, 2023
Dr. Christopherson was pleasant and thorough. Would highly recommend.
February 25, 2023
I was even taken out of the exam room to be shown real world issues with my vision. Excellent explanation and experience.
April 3, 2023
Even though he was behind schedule Dr. Christopherson is the absolute best, I did not feel rushed at all. He showed genuine concern for my problem & gave me a great solution that was very helpful.
April 4, 2023
Wonderful experience! Made sure I was informed and involved in my care. Very kind!
April 11, 2023
Dr. Christofferson is an excellent provider. I look forward to my yearly visits with him.
April 17, 2023
Dr. Christopherson is very friendly and approachable. He is easy to communicate with, and always answers questions thoroughly.
April 17, 2023
Brad is a gem...
May 17, 2023
He is an awesome doctor!
May 18, 2023
Dr. Christopherson and his staff are fantastic!
May 19, 2023
Very attentive and knew the problem even before explaining.
June 20, 2023
Very knowledgeable & forthright; highly recommended!
June 22, 2023
Very good.
June 26, 2023
Gave me many answers to my questions. And scheduling me for surgery in Marshfield.
August 28, 2023
I have never been so throughly satisfied with this exam and Dr C. And his staff. Absolutely great people
August 29, 2023
I had a question after the appt when I got home. Doctor called me back himself with an answer.
January 25, 2023
I asked Dr. Christopherson questions about other forms & treatment & he listed & explained his reasons about why & what not to do.
January 25, 2023
I asked Dr. Christopherson questions about other forms & treatment & he listed & explained his reasons about why & what not to do.
July 17, 2022
Dr. Christopherson was very concerned about my eye issue, was very personable & caring and very honest and _____ when he didn't know an answer to question(s). He was responsible for recommending a specialist for my eye issues who was very excellent.
August 2, 2022
Very friendly and gave me a number of options to choose from.
August 12, 2022
Good.
August 13, 2022
Dr Christopherson and his assistant provide superb care.
August 16, 2022
Dr Christopherson is a wonderful eye doctor. I've referred others to him as well
August 16, 2022
He was th best dr. so far & I have seen a lot of drs.
August 23, 2022
Yes, and a friend asked why I saw a provider so far from home. I told her because he's good, he personable.
August 25, 2022
Absolutely a caring and considerate Doctor
September 7, 2022
Dr. Christopherson is a fabulous provider which is why I drive to Stevens Point to see him for my eye care. The gal at the Optical Center there was so wonderful helping me get my glasses adjusted and new lenses ordered without having to wait.
September 27, 2022
Dr. Christopherson is a very kind & personable doctor who also knows his job very well. He interacts great with people of all ages!
September 27, 2022
Dr. Christopherson was outstanding! Can't say enough good about him. Very caring, compassionate and explained everything very well. Thank you!
October 1, 2022
Dr. Christopherson took extra time to explain changes in my vision.
October 11, 2022
Very personable. I was very relaxed and could ask any question.
October 17, 2022
Recommended Dr Christopherson to my son. He's, also, very happy with Dr Christopherson.
October 21, 2022
I recommend him to everyone!! Excellent!!
October 21, 2022
A very good experience with all involved in my visit.
October 27, 2022
This "doc" is terrific - have seen him for years now -
November 3, 2022
Dr. Christopherson is excellent!! Takes time to go over all options, listens, give help and explanation. I very much appreciate his thorough and caring attitude! Very happy with him.
January 17, 2023
Excellent
January 30, 2023
Amazing doctor. I wish that I had come to him years ago.
January 31, 2023
Dr. Christopherson took time to listen and explain to [the patient] about his eye health.
February 4, 2023
Dr. Christopherson was pleasant and thorough. Would highly recommend.
February 25, 2023
I was even taken out of the exam room to be shown real world issues with my vision. Excellent explanation and experience.
April 3, 2023
Even though he was behind schedule Dr. Christopherson is the absolute best, I did not feel rushed at all. He showed genuine concern for my problem & gave me a great solution that was very helpful.
April 4, 2023
Wonderful experience! Made sure I was informed and involved in my care. Very kind!
April 11, 2023
Dr. Christofferson is an excellent provider. I look forward to my yearly visits with him.
April 17, 2023
Dr. Christopherson is very friendly and approachable. He is easy to communicate with, and always answers questions thoroughly.
April 17, 2023
Brad is a gem...
May 17, 2023
He is an awesome doctor!
May 18, 2023
Dr. Christopherson and his staff are fantastic!
May 19, 2023
Very attentive and knew the problem even before explaining.
June 20, 2023
Very knowledgeable & forthright; highly recommended!
June 22, 2023
Very good.
June 26, 2023
Gave me many answers to my questions. And scheduling me for surgery in Marshfield.
August 28, 2023
I have never been so throughly satisfied with this exam and Dr C. And his staff. Absolutely great people
August 29, 2023
I had a question after the appt when I got home. Doctor called me back himself with an answer.
July 17, 2022
Dr. Christopherson was very concerned about my eye issue, was very personable & caring and very honest and _____ when he didn't know an answer to question(s). He was responsible for recommending a specialist for my eye issues who was very excellent.
August 2, 2022
Very friendly and gave me a number of options to choose from.
August 12, 2022
Good.
August 13, 2022
Dr Christopherson and his assistant provide superb care.
August 16, 2022
Dr Christopherson is a wonderful eye doctor. I've referred others to him as well
August 16, 2022
He was th best dr. so far & I have seen a lot of drs.
August 23, 2022
Yes, and a friend asked why I saw a provider so far from home. I told her because he's good, he personable.
August 25, 2022
Absolutely a caring and considerate Doctor
September 7, 2022
Dr. Christopherson is a fabulous provider which is why I drive to Stevens Point to see him for my eye care. The gal at the Optical Center there was so wonderful helping me get my glasses adjusted and new lenses ordered without having to wait.
September 27, 2022
Dr. Christopherson is a very kind & personable doctor who also knows his job very well. He interacts great with people of all ages!
September 27, 2022
Dr. Christopherson was outstanding! Can't say enough good about him. Very caring, compassionate and explained everything very well. Thank you!
October 1, 2022
Dr. Christopherson took extra time to explain changes in my vision.
October 11, 2022
Very personable. I was very relaxed and could ask any question.
October 17, 2022
Recommended Dr Christopherson to my son. He's, also, very happy with Dr Christopherson.
October 21, 2022
I recommend him to everyone!! Excellent!!
October 21, 2022
A very good experience with all involved in my visit.
October 27, 2022
This "doc" is terrific - have seen him for years now -
November 3, 2022
Dr. Christopherson is excellent!! Takes time to go over all options, listens, give help and explanation. I very much appreciate his thorough and caring attitude! Very happy with him.
January 17, 2023
Excellent
January 25, 2023
I asked Dr. Christopherson questions about other forms & treatment & he listed & explained his reasons about why & what not to do.
January 30, 2023
Amazing doctor. I wish that I had come to him years ago.
January 31, 2023
Dr. Christopherson took time to listen and explain to [the patient] about his eye health.
February 4, 2023
Dr. Christopherson was pleasant and thorough. Would highly recommend.
February 25, 2023
I was even taken out of the exam room to be shown real world issues with my vision. Excellent explanation and experience.
April 3, 2023
Even though he was behind schedule Dr. Christopherson is the absolute best, I did not feel rushed at all. He showed genuine concern for my problem & gave me a great solution that was very helpful.
April 4, 2023
Wonderful experience! Made sure I was informed and involved in my care. Very kind!
April 11, 2023
Dr. Christofferson is an excellent provider. I look forward to my yearly visits with him.
April 17, 2023
Dr. Christopherson is very friendly and approachable. He is easy to communicate with, and always answers questions thoroughly.
April 17, 2023
Brad is a gem...
May 17, 2023
He is an awesome doctor!
May 18, 2023
Dr. Christopherson and his staff are fantastic!
May 19, 2023
Very attentive and knew the problem even before explaining.
June 20, 2023
Very knowledgeable & forthright; highly recommended!
June 22, 2023
Very good.
June 26, 2023
Gave me many answers to my questions. And scheduling me for surgery in Marshfield.
August 28, 2023
I have never been so throughly satisfied with this exam and Dr C. And his staff. Absolutely great people
August 29, 2023
I had a question after the appt when I got home. Doctor called me back himself with an answer.
August 29, 2023
I had a question after the appt when I got home. Doctor called me back himself with an answer.
August 28, 2023
I have never been so throughly satisfied with this exam and Dr C. And his staff. Absolutely great people
June 26, 2023
Gave me many answers to my questions. And scheduling me for surgery in Marshfield.
June 22, 2023
Very good.
June 20, 2023
Very knowledgeable & forthright; highly recommended!
May 19, 2023
Very attentive and knew the problem even before explaining.
May 18, 2023
Dr. Christopherson and his staff are fantastic!
May 17, 2023
He is an awesome doctor!
April 17, 2023
Dr. Christopherson is very friendly and approachable. He is easy to communicate with, and always answers questions thoroughly.
April 17, 2023
Brad is a gem...
April 11, 2023
Dr. Christofferson is an excellent provider. I look forward to my yearly visits with him.
April 4, 2023
Wonderful experience! Made sure I was informed and involved in my care. Very kind!
April 3, 2023
Even though he was behind schedule Dr. Christopherson is the absolute best, I did not feel rushed at all. He showed genuine concern for my problem & gave me a great solution that was very helpful.
February 25, 2023
I was even taken out of the exam room to be shown real world issues with my vision. Excellent explanation and experience.
February 4, 2023
Dr. Christopherson was pleasant and thorough. Would highly recommend.
January 31, 2023
Dr. Christopherson took time to listen and explain to [the patient] about his eye health.
January 30, 2023
Amazing doctor. I wish that I had come to him years ago.
January 25, 2023
I asked Dr. Christopherson questions about other forms & treatment & he listed & explained his reasons about why & what not to do.
January 17, 2023
Excellent
November 3, 2022
Dr. Christopherson is excellent!! Takes time to go over all options, listens, give help and explanation. I very much appreciate his thorough and caring attitude! Very happy with him.
October 27, 2022
This "doc" is terrific - have seen him for years now -
October 21, 2022
A very good experience with all involved in my visit.
October 21, 2022
I recommend him to everyone!! Excellent!!
October 17, 2022
Recommended Dr Christopherson to my son. He's, also, very happy with Dr Christopherson.
October 11, 2022
Very personable. I was very relaxed and could ask any question.
October 1, 2022
Dr. Christopherson took extra time to explain changes in my vision.
September 27, 2022
Dr. Christopherson was outstanding! Can't say enough good about him. Very caring, compassionate and explained everything very well. Thank you!
September 27, 2022
Dr. Christopherson is a very kind & personable doctor who also knows his job very well. He interacts great with people of all ages!
September 7, 2022
Dr. Christopherson is a fabulous provider which is why I drive to Stevens Point to see him for my eye care. The gal at the Optical Center there was so wonderful helping me get my glasses adjusted and new lenses ordered without having to wait.
August 25, 2022
Absolutely a caring and considerate Doctor
August 23, 2022
Yes, and a friend asked why I saw a provider so far from home. I told her because he's good, he personable.
August 16, 2022
He was th best dr. so far & I have seen a lot of drs.
August 16, 2022
Dr Christopherson is a wonderful eye doctor. I've referred others to him as well
August 13, 2022
Dr Christopherson and his assistant provide superb care.
August 12, 2022
Good.
August 2, 2022
Very friendly and gave me a number of options to choose from.
July 17, 2022
Dr. Christopherson was very concerned about my eye issue, was very personable & caring and very honest and _____ when he didn't know an answer to question(s). He was responsible for recommending a specialist for my eye issues who was very excellent.

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