Dr. Tom L. Morton, O.D., a dedicated optometrist from Bremen, has been a pillar of the Michiana area’s vision care community since 1984. Renowned for his comprehensive approach, Dr. Morton offers a range of services, including refractive eye care, specialty contact lens care, pediatric vision, and diagnosing and treating ocular diseases. His expertise extends to the visual rehabilitation of stroke and brain injury patients, a field where he has served as a consultant optometrist to Healthwin Hospital and other rehabilitation units in local hospitals. Dr. Morton’s commitment to healthcare is further evidenced by his 15-year consultancy with the Indiana Department of Corrections and his work with local nursing homes, showcasing his versatility and dedication to optometry.
Aside from his professional duties, Dr. Morton is deeply involved in community service. He contributes his skills to critical vision screenings for first graders in local schools and is an active member of VOSH (Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity), an organization committed to delivering quality eye care in underdeveloped nations. His community involvement also includes being an active leader and volunteer in his local church.
Dr. Morton’s education began at Purdue University’s School of Engineering and culminated with a Doctor of Optometry degree from Indiana University School of Optometry. He continues to enhance his knowledge and skills through regular participation in continuing education programs, maintaining board certification through the American Board of Optometry.
A rich family life and diverse interests complement Dr. Morton’s professional life. Living in Granger with his wife Carla, a former first-grade teacher, they take pride in their three children, all of whom have pursued careers in healthcare. He enjoys spending his time outdoors, engaging in water activities or relaxing at the family lake cottage in Syracuse. As avid cyclists, he and Carla embrace their empty-nest phase by exploring mountains and national parks on two wheels, a testament to their adventurous spirit and love for the great outdoors.