ADVANCED VISION THERAPY - Key Persons


Dr. Ryan C. Johnson

Job Titles:
  • Clinical Director
  • First Optometrist in Idaho
  • Idaho 's First Optometrist
  • Our Clinical Director
, is Idaho's only residency-trained neuro-optometrist. As a UC Berkeley residency-trained neuro-optometrist, Dr. Johnson has additional education and clinical training specific to neuro-optometry, binocular vision, visual processing disorders, vision therapy and sports vision that other optometrists do not. Born and raised in Boise, Idaho, Dr. Johnson had one goal. To bring his specialized training back home, to help the residents of the Treasure Valley and beyond who struggle with complex vision problems. Ryan Johnson OD, FAAO is the clinical director of Advanced Vision Therapy Center. Dr. Johnson is Idaho's first optometrist with residency-training in neuro-optometry, binocular vision and vision therapy. His post-graduate training at the University of California, Berkeley was dedicated to the management of patients with vision conditions requiring vision therapy, including patients with acquired brain injury and neuro-visual conditions. Dr. Johnson is the first optometrist in Idaho with this advanced training in the sub-specialty of vision therapy. An evaluation with Dr. Johnson is the first step to determine if vision therapy is right for you. His knowledge and expertise in the area of vision therapy allow for the proper diagnosis of your vision conditions. The information gathered during the Binocular Vision Assessment is used to develop your plan of care, whether that include vision therapy, glasses or other treatments. An accurate diagnosis and comprehensive plan of care is essential for timely improvement and ultimate success for the patient. Dr. Johnson serves as the clinical director for Advanced Vision Therapy Center. As clinical director, he oversees every treatment plan. He works with our team of vision therapists to ensure that visual skills are improving and the patient's goals are being met.