meet T.j. Clinch, md

Board-Certified Ophthalmologist | Central Nebraska Native
Dr. T.J. Clinch is a board-certified ophthalmologist and proud native of Central Nebraska. With deep roots in the community, he brings both advanced surgical expertise and a personal commitment to patient care. Outside the operating room, Dr. Clinch enjoys life with his wife, their three sons, three daughter, and three grandchildren.
A Lifetime of Vision Starts Here
Thank you for trusting Kearney Eye Institute with your vision. Cataract surgery is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to enhance your sight—permanently. The lens implant selected during surgery determines your visual clarity for the rest of your life, making this decision one of the most important you will ever make for your eyes.
A Legacy of Firsts in Central Nebraska
Since opening the region’s first dedicated Eye Surgery Center in 2007, Kearney Eye Institute has performed thousands of successful eye surgeries and laser procedures each year. We are proud to be pioneers in bringing the latest vision care innovations to Central Nebraska, including:
✅ Laser Refractive Surgery
✅ Astigmatism-Correcting (Toric) IOLs
✅ Presbyopia-Correcting IOLs
✅ Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) for Glaucoma
✅ Drop-A-Day Cataract Surgery™
✅ Microinvasive Glaucoma Surgery (iStent)
✅ Femtosecond Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery
Vision Tailored to You
At Kearney Eye Institute, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all care. Every patient’s vision is unique—and so is our approach. We combine personalized treatment plans with the most advanced technology available to help you see your world more clearly.
Thank you again for allowing us to be part of your journey to better vision.