We travel! Our polish travel trips are for those who are unable to travel to Spokane bi-annually to have their prosthetic eye cleaned and polished. We travel to: Richland, WA (4x/year), Wenatchee, WA (2x/year), Boise, ID (2x/year), and Montana: Bozeman, Helena, Missoula (2x/year) and Kalispell (1x/year - Fall). 

Please call our office to schedule an appointment for one of these dates. (509)747-6148.

Our History

For more than 60 years, ocularists within the Erickson family have been committed to refining every aspect of the prosthetic eye making process. At Erickson's Eyes our objective is not only to engineer your prosthetic eye for superior fit, comfort and movement, but to recreate a work of art that is as beautiful and unique as your natural eye. Ours is truly personalized work, and the quality and realistic appearance of your ocular prosthesis is our number-one priority.

Our Philosophy

We recognize that the loss of an eye can be an exceptionally difficult personal experience. Once you have decided that a prosthetic replacement is right for you, we are there to help you every step of the way. From your first consultation to billing your insurance company, you can always expect the highest level of professionalism and understanding from Erickson's Eyes.

Monica Erickson

Monica Erickson is a licensed ocularist in the state of Washington, a Board Certified Ocularist, and a Board Approved Diplomate Ocularist. She trained under her father, Kim Erickson, for 8 years and is a third generation ocularist. 

Monica took over the practice in 2020 when Kim retired. Her goal is to carry on the family business and tradition of innovative ocularistry. Providing personalized high quality care for her patients, some of whom have been with Ericksons for generations, she considers a privilege. Monica is also a certified k-8 teacher and completed her undergraduate degree at The Evergreen State College and her teaching credential through Western Governors University. She uses her education background to educate patients and other ocularists. Monica is the Dean of Academics of the College of Ocularistry and helps run the program in the American Society of Ocularists that is responsible for intern ocularists that are working towards their credentials. 

She enjoys working with children in the office and using her teaching skills in educating patients and helping them adjust to wearing an artificial eye. Monica’s talents as an artist and compassionate person are well suited to being an eye maker. She cares deeply for her patients and about her work.

Hope Francis

Hope Francis has been Erickson's Office Manager, Insurance Billing Specialist, and receptionist since 2015. She carries an immense amount of knowledge about the industry having worked in healthcare prior to 2015. She graduated from Eastern Washington University in 2011 with a bachelor's in business management. With tenacity and passion, Hope's journey has resulted in countless wins against insurance denials and underpayments. She originally met Monica while playing her favorite sport, volleyball, a hobby that they both share. Hope also loves being outside and playing with her dog, Jack.

Rian Elschlager

Rian Elschlager joined Erickson's in January 2022 as a Laboratory Assistant, and started their Ocularist Apprenticeship in 2024. They earned their BFA in Sculpture from the University of Iowa in 2004. While in college, they pursued a career in Massage Therapy in 2001. Rian spent many years working as an LMT in Iowa City, IA and New Haven, CT. They have always enjoyed working directly with clients to help them feel better in their bodies. Rian looks forward to learning more about the field of Ocularistry and continuing to work with patients to help make a prosthetic eye that is best for each individual.

Lisa Buhr

Lisa Buhr has been Erickson's New Patient Coordinator since 2015. Lisa, native of California, has lived in Spokane since 1996. She is an animal lover and has rescued many dogs over the years. Lisa brings a lot of joy and eye-wearing experience to Erickson's and has provided comfort to many patients. She is not only part of the Erickson's family as an employee, she is a prosthetic eye wearer and has been a patient of Erickson's since 2000. Lisa provides an invaluable service to patients who are new to wearing a prosthesis, and is a friend to those who already wear one.

Rachelle Lathan

Rachelle Lathan joined Erickson's in 2021 having already worked 10+ years in the healthcare field, managing an Endodontist office for seven years and a dental clinic for several years. Rachelle is native to Spokane and, after spending 15 years in Seattle, moved back with her husband and two daughters and resides in Spokane Valley. She graduated from Central Valley High School and holds a BA in Sociology with a minor in Human Development from Washington State University. Of many skills, Rachelle helps check health insurance benefits, performs prior authorizations, and helps fight for insurance approval and appropriate payment.

"I have been to ocularists from Boston to Beverly Hills, with varying results. The result that I got from Kim Erickson was far superior to anything I'd ever had before. I would travel a great distance to go wherever he is."

~ Robert, Idaho Falls, Idaho

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"My eye moves really well because of the way Erickson's makes it, and that's because of the method they have developed. This is why I come here, and everyone should come here."
~ Mandy, Sydney, Australia

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Eighteen years ago, at the age of nine, an injury left me blind in my right eye. Until recently I knew very little about what options there were available to me. I can remember, when I was young, the doctor telling me that I could have my eye removed and a glass eye put in its place, but needless to say, I was horrified and scared by the thought of it.

Through the years I have dealt my injury and it has shaped who I am and how others perceive me, but I would be lying if I were to say that I didn't wish that I could, at least, cover it up. My decision to get an artificial eye, with support from my family, the local Lyons Club and Erickson's Eyes, gave me that opportunity.

Working with Erickson's Eyes has been a great experience. Not only has it had an impact on my appearance, but most important to me is the impact that it has had on me mentally and emotionally.

Thanks, Erickson's Eyes.

~ Augustin - Eastern WA

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I received my first scleral shell at six years old, but oddly enough, I rarely wore it. When I was young, I chose to be free of the discomfort they caused, except for school picture day and special occasions. I was referred to Kim at 20 years of age for my fourth scleral shell and after three days, I walked out with the most comfortable shell I had ever experienced.

Kim pays incredible detail to fit, agonizing over minute adjustments to get it perfect. The reward is everyday comfort. Since that first shell of his, I have not gone a day without my prosthesis; and attention to fit is not where the product ends. The likeness of the shell to my "good eye" is so exact that most people have no idea I wear a prosthetic eye.

As a patient of Kim's I have come to enjoy he and his office staff immensely. They are helpful, courteous, quick to smile, and diligent about accommodating all patients needs as best they can. I wholeheartedly recommend Erickson's Eyes. You will walk away in awe.

~ Liza - Western MT

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Tate was diagnosed with Retinoblastoma at the age of 2 years. It was difficult having a child that young lose an eye. But, on the positive side, he doesn't remember having sight in both. It is amazing how he adjusted to having sight in only one eye. He performs in theatre; he plays soccer, baseball and gymnastics; he plays the piano; and is a wiz at video games. He says the only thing he wishes he could do is see 3D movies.

The prosthetic eye that Kim fashioned for Tate is truly a work of art. People don't even know that he has a fake eye. I had the privilege to watch him hand paint Tate's last eye and the process was fascinating.

Having Kim Erickson as Tate's ocular specialist has made our journey much easier. Tate has grown up with Kim and only trusts him to work with his eye. Kim has incredible patience with children. They are a really great team.

~ Steve, Linda & Tate - Western MT