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Brad Schwantke

Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments
  • Professional Certification

Education and Training

Pacific University, Doctor of Optometry 
St. John’s University, Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Meet Dr. Brad Schwantke (White Bear Lake, MN)

Dr. Brad Schwantke received his Doctor of Optometry from Pacific University in 2011. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from St. John’s University.

Dr. Schwantke, specializing in pediatric eyecare, has been practicing optometry since 2011. As a young man, Dr. Schwantke was particularly influenced by his hometown eye doctor, who he could observe and, through him, learned more about the optometry profession. He saw firsthand the importance of his mentor’s role in the community and his enjoyment as he helped provide people with a better vision. It was then Dr. Schwantke knew that optometry was a profession he would enjoy.

Dr. Schwantke especially enjoys getting to know and connect with his patients and their families. He truly considers all of his patients as friends.


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Find Birch Lake Eye Clinic in White Bear Lake, MN

Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

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Patient Reviews

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Mari L. - Mar 17, 2026
Friendly, professional, and efficient! They were able to get me in for a same day emergency appointm... ent. Dr. Schwantke and his team were great!
Nathan S. - Jan 28, 2026
I have been going to Birch Lake Eye Clinic for over 30 years now. Dr. Grudem and ALL the staff are ... absolutely wonderful. State of the art equipment and exceptional facility. Everyone is so friendly and VERY thorough and knowledgeable. The best around, hands down.