Dr. Tessa Pelster joined the practice in January, 2020. Originally from southeast Nebraska, Dr. Pelster is married to Caleb Pelster, a local native of Elgin. She is enjoying being part of the community as they have made their home locally. Dr. Pelster is a member of the O'Neill Lions Club's sight committee. She is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Nebraska Optometric Association. Dr. Pelster provides a personalized approach to eyecare for patients of all ages. In addition to vision correction methods, she has extensive training in medical management of ocular disease.
Dr. Pelster completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition Science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2014. She continued her doctorate education in Memphis, Tennessee at Southern College of Optometry where she graduated magna cum laude in 2018. Dr. Pelster stays current in her field by regularly attending advanced training courses. It is because of her dedication to continuing education that our patients will continue to receive the most modern and progressive vision care available.