Our Patient-Centered Vision

Modern Eye was founded by Dr. Elizabeth Eckhart, on a belief that patients and employees are the most important part of medical care. All too often eye exams can feel overwhelming, rushed through, and full of high-pressure sales at retail offices. Modern Eye is proud to be independently owned, so we can prioritize you, not corporate profits. Our staff takes the time to thoroughly explain all of our tests, to answer any of your questions and we genuinely enjoy helping you choose the eyewear to best suit your taste and lifestyle. Here you’ll find are your trusted Eye Doctor!

About Us

Dr. Eckhart founded Modern Eye in 2023 to place the focus back on the patient. Small businesses are the fabric of the Dayton community, drawing residents and other community members together for a common goal. Modern Eye is proud to be one of the pioneers bringing business back to a city hit hard by economic recession. As a resident of Dayton for the past 10 years, Dr. Eckhart has seen the growth and revitalization of the downtown.

Our Team

Elizabeth Eckhart, OD

Dr. Elizabeth Eckhart grew up in the Miami Valley and graduated valedictorian of Clinton-Massie High school. She then attended The Ohio State University, graduating with Honors in Biology and minoring in business. Dr. Eckhart went on to attend optometry school in Boston, MA at The New England College of Optometry. She completed clinical rotations at the Dimock Community Health Center in Boston, the Portland VA Hospital and studied abroad at the Wenzhou Eye Hospital in Wenzhou, China.

Dr. Eckhart specializes in Glaucoma, Macular degeneration, Diabetes, Foreign object removal, Dry eye treatment, Retinal diseases, and Cataracts

Macia Mize

Macia Mize has nearly 6 years of optical experience. Macia’s favorite aspect of being an optician is getting to know each patient, ensuring she provides them with the best eyewear to suit their specific needs. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling with her husband, playing with her cats and dog, and listening to Taylor Swift. We’re thrilled to have her expertise and warm personality on our team!

Our Patients Love Us!

Our Rich History

In 1913 the Great Flood of Dayton left the downtown under 13 feet of water and many of the wooden buildings that comprised the downtown were destroyed by electrical fires. Our building, located in the Fireblocks District, was built in 1918 of solid concrete to guard against fire and floods after the disaster. Our office design highlights many of these beautiful and historical architectural details that helped keep these structures standing for over 100 years.

Contact Us

Conveniently located in the Fire Blocks District in downtown Dayton you will find our FREE off-street parking easy to access and your trip to our office a breeze.

We offer FREE, off-street parking at our lot at 48 S. Jefferson St.  There is currently no sign, but we’re working on it!  Please bring the ticket from the parking box into our office and we will happily validate your parking during your appointment.

110 East 3rd Street, Dayton, OH
office@moderneyedayton.com