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Braiden Werth, optometrist, has started seeing patients alongside Dan F. Schmidt, O.D., at 625 East 8th Street in Hays.
Dr. Werth, a native of Hays, is a 2015 graduate of Thomas More Prep Marian. He then attended Fort Hays State University where he obtained his bachelor’s of science degree in biology in 2019.
Following his time at FHSU, Dr. Werth attended the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee. During his time at SCO, he was a member of the optometric honor society Beta Sigma Kappa. He was also a student ambassador and was an active member in various organizations.
Dr. Werth graduated cum laude with his doctor of optometry degree from SCO in May of 2023.
Following graduation, Dr. Werth moved back to Hays with his wife, Mindy, and their newborn daughter Kinley Werth.
Dr. Werth is accepting new patients Monday through Thursday. To make an appointment, call the office at 785-625-2922.