ABOUT THE PRACTICE
LICENSED CLINICIANS
Steven Swedberg, MD, PS
Steven Swedberg, MD, PS
Steven Swedberg, MD, PS
Dr. Swedberg is a Diplomat of the American Board of Ophthalmology who practices comprehensive ophthalmology with an emphasis on anterior segment and oculoplastic surgery.
Born and raised in Bellingham, WA, Dr. Swedberg completed an undergraduate degree in Chemistry at Harvey Mudd College, Claremont, CA, prior to pursuing medical school a
Dr. Swedberg is a Diplomat of the American Board of Ophthalmology who practices comprehensive ophthalmology with an emphasis on anterior segment and oculoplastic surgery.
Born and raised in Bellingham, WA, Dr. Swedberg completed an undergraduate degree in Chemistry at Harvey Mudd College, Claremont, CA, prior to pursuing medical school and residency training in ophthalmology at the University of Washington. He is a past president of the Washington Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons.
David Riggs, OD
Steven Swedberg, MD, PS
Steven Swedberg, MD, PS
His education includes the University of Washington followed by optometry education at University of California Berkeley School of Optometry. His practice has been largely with the elderly adult population but he enjoys seeing patients of all ages, including children. As part of his professional career he has been on multiple overseas m
His education includes the University of Washington followed by optometry education at University of California Berkeley School of Optometry. His practice has been largely with the elderly adult population but he enjoys seeing patients of all ages, including children. As part of his professional career he has been on multiple overseas mission trips with the Lions In Sight group. These clinics help those without access to vision care or glasses obtain care.
As an associate to Dr. Swedberg, Dr. Riggs provides comprehensive eye health exams and refractive services. To best meet our patient’s needs, Dr. Riggs works closely with Dr. Swedberg providing co-managed medical care when necessary and communicating with your family physician or other health-care providers to ensure complete eye health management.
His personal interests include bicycling, vintage bike events, knife making, gardening, and fountain pens. He has been a certified Patches Pal since 1962!
Christopher Kuntz, MD
Steven Swedberg, MD, PS
Christopher Kuntz, MD
Dr. Kuntz grew up in Indianapolis. He attended Stanford University, where he majored in Biology and German Studies.
He pursued medical school at UC San Francisco. While at UCSF he met his wife Alice and they got married during their last year of medical school. He spent a year after medical school as a research associate in the Koret Vis
Dr. Kuntz grew up in Indianapolis. He attended Stanford University, where he majored in Biology and German Studies.
He pursued medical school at UC San Francisco. While at UCSF he met his wife Alice and they got married during their last year of medical school. He spent a year after medical school as a research associate in the Koret Vision Center at UCSF, working closely with Roy Steinberg, MD, PhD.
In 1993, he and his wife matched together at the University of Washington Medical Center in ENT and Ophthalmology respectively. He has been practicing Ophthalmology for 20 years.
CERTIFIED CLINICIANS*
Practice Manager, Surgical Coordinator, and Scribe for Dr. Swedberg
Practice Manager, Surgical Coordinator, and Scribe for Dr. Swedberg
Practice Manager, Surgical Coordinator, and Scribe for Dr. Swedberg
Lynn Girdlestone, COA, OSA, OSC
Lynn joined the practice in Summer of 2021 She is a California native with 15 years of Ophthalmology and Optometry experience and is finishing her Masters in Healthcare Administration at UW.
Lynn oversees Clinical Operations including triage, clinical care, and surgical coordination for both cataract and
Lynn Girdlestone, COA, OSA, OSC
Lynn joined the practice in Summer of 2021 She is a California native with 15 years of Ophthalmology and Optometry experience and is finishing her Masters in Healthcare Administration at UW.
Lynn oversees Clinical Operations including triage, clinical care, and surgical coordination for both cataract and oculoplastic surgery. You will find her scheduling follow ups and documenting the exam with Dr. Swedberg and assisting the surgeons in surgeries.
She is currently working on her COT and COE certifications in addition to serving as Vision Director for the Seattle/King County Clinic, a pro-bono clinic held at Seattle Center every Fall.
When she is not in the office she can be found adventuring with family, riding her motorcycle, or volunteering in the community.
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant and Scribe for Dr. Riggs
Practice Manager, Surgical Coordinator, and Scribe for Dr. Swedberg
Practice Manager, Surgical Coordinator, and Scribe for Dr. Swedberg
Katya Voronenko, COA, OSA
Katya joined the practice in Spring of 2022 with over 10 years of experience as a COA in corneal and refractive surgery and serves as our Optometry liason for co-managing cataract surgery with Dr. Riggs.
You will find her scheduling follow ups and documenting the exam with Dr. Riggs on Tuesdays or assisting patient
Katya Voronenko, COA, OSA
Katya joined the practice in Spring of 2022 with over 10 years of experience as a COA in corneal and refractive surgery and serves as our Optometry liason for co-managing cataract surgery with Dr. Riggs.
You will find her scheduling follow ups and documenting the exam with Dr. Riggs on Tuesdays or assisting patients through exams and preop appointments with the other clinicians. In addition to assisting patients through their exams she also assists Dr. Swedberg and Dr. Kuntz in surgery.
She is currently working on her COT and OSC Certifications.
She is our newest member of the team and we look forward to serving our patients with her! When she is not at the office you can find her cooking, biking, and spending time with family.
Ophthalmic Assistant and Scribe for Dr. Kuntz
Practice Manager, Surgical Coordinator, and Scribe for Dr. Swedberg
Ophthalmic Assistant and Scribe for Dr. Kuntz
Joleen
Joleen joined the practice in Fall of 2021 and is a Washington native with 10 years of optometric experience and serves as our Oculoplastics Liaison for Dr. Kuntz.
You will find her scheduling follow ups and documenting the exam with Dr. Kuntz on Thursdays or assisting patients through exams and preop appointments with the other clin
Joleen
Joleen joined the practice in Fall of 2021 and is a Washington native with 10 years of optometric experience and serves as our Oculoplastics Liaison for Dr. Kuntz.
You will find her scheduling follow ups and documenting the exam with Dr. Kuntz on Thursdays or assisting patients through exams and preop appointments with the other clinicians.
Joleen is scheduled to sit for her COA and OSC Certifications Fall 2022*
Joleen can be found hiking, playing basketball, or spending quality time with her family when she is not at the office.
ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
Billing Coordinator
Billing Coordinator
Billing Coordinator
Edward
Edward, a Certified Professional Coder, enjoys the intricacies of medical insurance. He oversees credentialing and carrier relations.
He is the main Point of Contact regarding insurance and billing! He loves to educate patients regarding their insurance and assist patients in understanding their benefits and responsibilities.
When he’s not at the office his interests are gaming, cooking and family.
Patient Coordinator
Billing Coordinator
Billing Coordinator
Caitlyn
Caitlyn is our talented Patient Coordinator. You will see her when you walk into the office, greeting patients as they check in and you will hear her when you call to schedule or change appointments.
Caitlyn is a graduate of Peninsula College and comes to us with four years of medical administrative experience. She recently moved back to Washington from Alaska and we are incredibly luck she joined the team!
Caitlyn likes to read, listen to music, and hike when she is not serving our patients with excellent customer service.
Masks Required
Per the Washington State Health Department all healthcare facilities are still required to be worn by all patients and staff regardless of CDC recommendations.
Since we perform exams in close proximity we appreciate all patients wearing their masks appropriately for the entirety of their visit to protect our staff and families.
Thank you!