About Our Practice in Wichita

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Decades of Focused Innovation

Baalman Eye Care Center (formerly Jackson & Baalman Eye Care Center) has been Wichita’s trusted eye care provider for families since 1970. 

Our personalized and compassionate approach has helped us earn the trust of our patients. At Baalman Eye Care Center, we have invested in proven diagnostic and treatment technology to meet your unique vision needs. We offer comprehensive optometry services to help prevent and manage issues like keratoconus, glaucoma, macular degeneration, dry eyes, and so much more.

Support your family’s eye health today and book an appointment with Baalman Eye Care Center.

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What We Do

Some of our featured services include:

Our focus is always on you. Book an appointment today, and let us help keep your vision clear and your eyes healthy!

Proud Partner with Vision Source

By staying up to date with the latest practices and trends, we provide you with a comprehensive understanding of your eye care needs. We’ve also partnered with Vision Source, a network of eye care professionals around the country, to bring you the care you need with the help of associate optometrists, modern tech, and a range of vision and eye care products.

Our goal is to help protect and preserve your vision, so you can continue to enjoy all of life’s amazing sights!

Insurance Providers

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • EyeMed
  • Humana
  • Luminare Health
  • Medicare
  • TRICARE
  • United Healthcare
  • VSP

Payment Methods

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Discover
  • American Express
  • CareCredit

Our Team

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Dr. Kent Baalman

Visit Our Location

We’re located South of Wichita Northwest High School on N. Tyler Road. Parking is available out front.

Our Address

  • 982 N. Tyler Road Ste. A
  • Wichita, KS 67212

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

  • Monday: 8:00 AM 6:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM 6:30 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM 5:30 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM 1:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
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Our Blogs

Can Allergies Cause Dry Eyes?

Dry Eye, Eye Health

Itchy, watery eyes this season? Discover how allergies and dry eye overlap, treatment options, and relief tips with Baalman Eye Care Center in Wichita. […]

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June 5, 2026
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Excessive Blinking in Children: Could It Be a Vision Problem?

Children’s Eye Health, Eye Health, Myopia

If you’ve noticed your child blinking more than usual during homework time, or if their teacher has mentioned they’re squinting at the board, you might be wondering if everything is okay with their eye health. While occasional increased blinking happens to everyone, if you’ve noticed them blinking a lot for a long time, it might […]

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March 31, 2026
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Why Are My Eyes So Itchy?

Dry Eye, Eye Health

That feeling is almost impossible to escape: Itchiness. You might be reaching for your eyes for the third time in just a few minutes, wondering when the irritating sensation will go away. It’s natural to wonder what is causing the discomfort, and at Baalman Eye Care Center, we want to help you understand what might […]

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March 11, 2026
Baalman Eye Care Center
Adult sitting on a park bench, dabbing one eye with a tissue and holding a small dropper bottle, surrounded by flowering trees.

Itchy, watery eyes this season? Discover how allergies and dry eye overlap, treatment options, and relief tips with Baalman Eye Care Center in Wichita. […]

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If you’ve noticed your child blinking more than usual during homework time, or if their teacher has mentioned they’re squinting at the board, you might be wondering if everything is okay with their eye health. While occasional increased blinking happens to everyone, if you’ve noticed them blinking a lot for a long time, it might […]

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That feeling is almost impossible to escape: Itchiness. You might be reaching for your eyes for the third time in just a few minutes, wondering when the irritating sensation will go away. It’s natural to wonder what is causing the discomfort, and at Baalman Eye Care Center, we want to help you understand what might […]

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