Dr. Elizabeth Atchison

Ophthalmology

Sioux Falls, SD

Dr. Elizabeth A. Atchison is a fellowship-trained vitreoretinal surgeon who cares for adults with a wide range of retinal and vitreous disorders. Patients appreciate her clear explanations, steady surgical skill, and the continuity of care that retina practice provides—from urgent evaluations through long-term follow-up. Raised in Sioux Falls, she is grateful to serve the community she calls home and sees patients in both the Sioux Falls and Yankton offices. Dr. Atchison completed medical school at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, ophthalmology residency at the Mayo Clinic, and a vitreoretinal surgery fellowship with Illinois Retina Associates and Rush University. She partners closely with referring optometrists and ophthalmologists to provide timely diagnosis, advanced treatment, and compassionate guidance tailored to each person’s needs. Whether managing diabetic retinopathy, treating retinal tears and detachments, or monitoring age-related macular degeneration, her goal is to protect vision with evidence-based care and thoughtful communication.

Dr. Daniel Terveen

Ophthalmology

Sioux Falls, SD

Dr. Daniel Terveen is a fellowship-trained ophthalmologist who specializes in refractive cataract surgery, advanced corneal disease treatment, glaucoma care, and laser vision correction. Patients value his blend of surgical precision and down-to-earth explanations that make complex choices feel clear and manageable. During residency at the University of Iowa, Dr. Terveen earned top resident and research awards and helped launch quality-improvement initiatives that streamlined cataract care for veterans. He continues that spirit of innovation at Vance Thompson Vision, where he serves as a principal investigator in FDA-monitored clinical trials and has published and presented on topics including complicated cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, and clinic efficiency. In each visit, he focuses on personal goals—whether sharper vision for work, sports, or daily life—and designs a tailored plan using modern techniques and technologies. Outside the operating room, he enjoys time with family, cooking, reading, and staying active.

Dr. Yujia Zhou

Ophthalmology

Sioux Falls, SD

Dr. Yujia Zhou is a fellowship-trained ophthalmologist who provides medical and surgical care for glaucoma alongside comprehensive eye care. Her clinical practice includes minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, laser procedures, drainage devices, filtration surgery, and cataract surgery, with an emphasis on tailoring treatment plans to each patient’s goals and lifestyle. She welcomes patients for routine and problem-focused visits and communicates clearly about options so patients can take an active role in decision-making. Dr. Zhou completed a glaucoma fellowship at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Palm Beach Gardens, ophthalmology residency at the University of Minnesota, and medical school at Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University. She is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and speaks English and Mandarin. Her background includes professional society involvement and recognition during training, and she is committed to compassionate, respectful care for every patient she serves.