Our Doctor

Get to Know Joe Kea, OD

Dr. Joe C. Kea started off with a BA in Biology from University of Mississippi (1988), prior to earning his OD at Southern College of Optometry in 1992. He is a Diplomat of the American Board of Optometry and is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Mississippi Optometric Association. Dr. Kea has special interest in diabetic eye care and refractive surgery services for over 20 years as director of diabetic and primary eye care at the Choctaw Medical Center in Choctaw, MS. He also assists in the post operative management of Lasik surgeries in North Mississippi for The Laser Center in Memphis.

Get to Know Joe Kea, the Guy

Dr. Kea is the friendly and familiar face you'll get used to seeing around the office. He hails from Carthage, Mississippi where he graduated High School in 1984. He has a golden doodle named Dexter who often finds his way on to our office Instagram page. Dr Kea loves to be casual, often wearing boots and jeans while seeing patients. He's passionate about his profession, but he doesn't let his seriousness get in the way of maintaining a fun, friendly atmosphere. We invite you to experience the spirit of our office!

Dr. Kea is pleased to offer you a vision plan through Vision Care Direct.