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Amber Dawson

Amber Dawson, OD

Ophthalmology

Accepting New Patients
Need help scheduling? Call 937-641-4000

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant 0-2
  • Child 2-12
  • Adolescent 12-21

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

About Amber Dawson

Professional Statement

Dr. Amber Dawson is a pediatric optometrist who supports the vision health and development of children at every stage. Dr. Dawson provides comprehensive eye care for infants, children and teens, helping families understand how vision affects learning, behavior and everyday growth.

Dr. Dawson has advanced experience caring for children with amblyopia, strabismus, functional vision assessments, and low‑vision, and children with special needs. She offers compassionate, individualized evaluations tailored to each child’s unique needs.  Dr. Dawson is passionate about educating families and believes every child deserves access to high‑quality eye care. By encouraging early and routine eye exams, Dr. Dawson helps families see how proactive vision care can support a child’s development, success in school and confidence in daily life.

Locations

    • phone: 937-641-3000
    • fax: 937-641-3326

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: University of Houston College of Optometry, Optometry, 2021
  • Graduate: University of Pikeville Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Optometry (OD), 2020

Insurance

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  • Aetna
  • Amerihealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - PFK
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • Buckeye Health Plan
  • BWC
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - PFK
  • Cigna
  • CMH (BCMH)
  • Davis Vision
  • Envolve Vision Benefits, Inc
  • Humana
  • Humana Healthy Horizons
  • Humana Healthy Horizons - PFK
  • March Vision Care
  • Medicaid Indiana
  • Medicaid Ohio
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • Medicare Ohio
  • Molina Healthcare of Ohio
  • ODM - PFK
  • Ohio Health Choice
  • Paramount Healthcare
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Superior Vision
  • TRICARE for Life
  • TRICARE Prime
  • United Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • VSP

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

103 ratings, 30 reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2026

    They are truly professional and treated us very well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/6/2026

    Excellent service.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2026

    My family Loves Dr. Dawson! She listens and treats us with compassion and professionalism. Her care she gives to our son is unmatched!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    This provider is phenomenal at what they do.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/22/2026

    Every single person I dealt with was wonderful. I left another hospital for some issues I was having with them and Dayton Childrens is perfect. I will definetly be back!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Melissa and Dr. Dawson are exceptional. They are kind, compassionate, and very competent. I will never go anywhere else for the eye care of my children. I HIGHLY recommend them to care for your family, too!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Very patient, skilled, and dedicated to giving the best service at eye exams.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    I was nervous and my child was too. Your staff was very good with her and got through appointment with no issues. You guys are great with these kids and I am greatful that you could keep her so calm. Kept granny calm.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    She does an amazing job

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    Dr. Dawson and staff are courteous and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Dr. Dawson and her team are always so patient and friendly with my daughter. We absolutely adore everyone there.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    was amazing visit!! everyone was so sweet, and patient with my daughter. She was definitely struggling and everyone took time to comfort her and make her happy. From room check in, to check out desk, we appreciate everyone!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Very courteous and respectful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/15/2025

    Great staff, very good with kids. They all did great with my son.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    The whole experience was fantastic! Everyone was warm and friendly and my daughter felt comfortable throughout the process

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/26/2025

    Stephanie Norman did an amazing job with my girls and she was very thorough! She explained things well and was so kind!! Dr. Dawson was great!! She explained things really well and took time to listen and my girls love her!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Great job

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Amber Dawson is a very kind eye doctor. She listens really well to any concerns that I've ever had. She makes sure to keep the children engaged and happy, and she wants to make it an enjoyable experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/8/2025

    Dr. Dawson is professional, courteous, informative. She's very thorough. She makes the child feel comfortable. Also, there was a lady, Dawn, and I think she was the nurse. She was very pleasant, very down-to-earth, very helpful. at explaining everything. They are a great team. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    The nurse was amazing with our daughter. She was payout and kind and comforting. Or daughter was nervous about the eye drops and she comforted her. The doctor was really kind. She explained everything clearly. Very pleased with our visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    They were great and very helpful

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    Great experience but it took forever. I know they had a busy day but 2 hours is too long

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/2/2025

    It was my daughters first eye exam and we loved Dr. Dawson! Great experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    We love ophthalmology!! Dr. Dawson and Betty in the optical center are our favorites! They are always great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    The doctor was great but the nurse and the receptionists that we came in contact with were not friendly at all.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    This provider is amazing. She did wonderful with my autistic daughter who has high anxiety when it comes to doctors. This was our 3rd visit with this specific doctor in the last few months. We really appreciate the care and attention we recieved..

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    I hit the wrong button, but the last visit, the wait time was over half an hour, which is kind of way too lengthy, so that's why I did not get a good rating. Again, you need to work on the wait time. 30 minutes is way too long when there's plenty of other services out there that offer it quicker.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/10/2025

    It's alright, thank you. I have nothing to do. Thank you so much.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    We had a great experience and my child was so excited to pick out their glasses on their own with the help of the optical lab tech. 10/10 experience and my son already can’t wait to go back.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/27/2025

    We love children's you guys are amazing!!!!