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Brooke M. Harkness, O.D., M.S., FAAO

Accepting new patients

  • Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Optometry

Clinical focus

  • Contact Lenses (Adult) - Optometry
  • Eye Exams (Adult) - Optometry
  • Contact Lenses (Medical)

Locations and contact

I see patients at
Tall building with the ariel tram to its left
Center for Health & Healing, Building 1
503-494-8311
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White brick building next to parking garage, and the buidling entrance reads Casey Eye Institute. There is also an extended cover for the patient drop off area at the building entrance.
Casey Eye Institute
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About me

Brooke Harkness, O.D., M.S., F.A.A.O., studied neurobiology at the University of California, Davis before moving to the Portland area to work in neuroimmunology research. Dr. Harkness then earned a master's degree in vision science and a doctorate of optometry with distinction from Pacific University College of Optometry, where she was recognized for excellence in academics, research, and stewardship. She has received multiple honors, including the 2015 National Board of Examiners' (NBEO) Norman E. Wallis award for the highest national score on the NBEO applied basic science examination, the Pacific University College of Optometry's Dean's Award, and Beta Sigma Kappa honor society's chapter award for outstanding research.

Dr. Harkness completed a clinical fellowship in medical contact lenses with the OHSU Casey Eye Institute in 2017, then returned as faculty in 2019. Her research interests include ocular surface pain, dry eyes, and corneal nerve dysfunction. Dr. Harkness cares for patients with the Corneal & External Eye Diseases/Refractive Surgery service as well as the Medical Contact Lens service.

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • B.S., 2008, University of California
    • O.D., 2016, Pacific University College of Optometry
    • M.S., 2016, Pacific University College of Optometry

  • Fellowship

    • Medical Contact Lenses, OHSU Casey Eye Institute

Memberships and associations:

  • Fellow, American Academy of Optometry
  • The Association for Research in Vision Science and Ophthalmology (ARVO)
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.9 out of 5 (227 Ratings, 35 Reviews)

The patient ratings score is an average of all responses to the question "How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends (on a scale of 0 to 10)" on our nationally-recognized NRC patient surveys.

  1. Dr. Harkness is knowledgeable, professional, thorough and caring.

  2. It was unbelievable how fast I was in and out of this appointment. Dr. Harkness answered all of my questions and was very detailed with the answers. She was so down to earth and very easy to talk to.

  3. First meeting was positive. She asked and answered all questions in an easily understood manner. Friendly atmosphere. Exam was quick and positive, and she made sure I was comfortable.

  4. Brooke is great!

  5. Dr. Harkness is both knowledgeable and easy to relate to. She explains conditions and procedures well and has a very pleasant and caring personality.

  6. Dr. Harkness is always concerned if she answered my questions. Very caring and explains things.

  7. Brooke Harkness was very attentive and made me feel like she truely cared. She didn't rush through, and was very thourough

  8. Dr Harkness makes my medical condition bearable and gives me so much hope. She is authentically caring! Every time I have an appointment. Dr Harkness is exceedingly knowledgeable and professional. I am so thankful to be in her care.

  9. She and my questions & gave suggestions

  10. Really kind and experienved

  11. Dr. Harkness is always professional, kind and good at explaining medical treatment.

  12. She was attentive and responsive.

  13. She was kind, thorough, attentive and an overall fantastic provider.

  14. Easy to talk with. good advice

  15. Very good. She answered my questions and covered my needs about my eye health.

  16. Wonderful. Kind, professional, thorough and great to work with.

  17. Dr Harkness and her team have been exceptional. Easy to talk with and love that she educates me as we go along with treatment!

  18. Dr. Harkness has been outstanding!

  19. Excellent

  20. She's very thorough and answers any and all questions

  21. She is always very accommodating to any problems I am experiencing mine is a chronic condition and she listens and sometimes recommends some additional treatment I might want to tryIf I say yes she fully explains the procedure or goes over any new meds completely I told her on my last visit I trust her completely with my care and really value her expertise!

  22. Love Dr Harkness! She saved me from the miserable eye pain I was experiencing. My quality of life is much better because of her. Plus she is so personable. I always enjoy my time in her care. I feel very at ease.

  23. Listens well. Explains what will happen

  24. Excellent. Very thoughtful, friendly, competent.

  25. She paid attention to details and listened to my concerns. We worked together to form a plan.

  26. Friendly, clear and complete communication.

  27. Very Professional

  28. Dr Harkness was very thorough and provided good info for self care of eye problem

  29. Very competent and easy to understand. Took time to explain everything clearly. Compassionate.

  30. He is calm personable and thorough