Our Team
Joseph Slapnicher, OD
In 1975, Dr. Slapnicher purchased a small practice in Hastings, Minnesota. Over a relatively short time, he successfully established Rivertown Eye Clinic as a provider of general optometry, specializing in children’s vision and contact lenses.
Eric Slapnicher, OD
While in optometry school, Dr. Slapnicher received clinical honors in Pediatrics & Low Vision and was a member of Student Optometric Service to Humanity. He traveled to remote locations in Guatemala to provide eye care to individuals in need.
Dena McGree, OD
Dr. McGree graduated from the University of Minnesota, Duluth, and obtained her Doctorate of Optometry degree from Indiana University School of Optometry.
Dr. McGree resides in Miesville and enjoys golfing, skiing, and spending time at the lake.
Holly Forstad, Optical Manager
Holly has been with Rivertown Eye Care since 2009. She has helped maintain the level of quality and excellence that patients and customers have come to expect. Her goal is to make everyone who walks through the doors feel welcome, comfortable, and inspired!
Mariah Hanson, Clinic Manager
Mariah joined the Rivertown team in May of 2021.
A Certified Paraoptometric, Mariah serves as the Clinic Manager and is a key figure in upholding Rivertown Eye Care’s core values of compassion, kindness, integrity, and excellence.
Angela Garofolo, Clinic Specialist
Since 2004, Angela has been helping customers navigate everything and anything from insurance claims to client care. Angela's primary concern is to ease any worries so that you can enjoy your eye health journey, no matter what it looks like.
Optician
Kimberly
Optician
Julie
Technician
Jill
Technician
Cora
Technician & Contact Lens Specialist
Tara
Patient Care Coordinator
Emma
Billing & Insurance Specialist