Doctors & Staff
Meet the experienced and friendly doctors and staff who make Dr. Van Christian OD the leading provider of vision care products and services in Opelousas.
Van Christian, OD
Dr. Christian is a native of Opelousas, Louisiana. He is a 1977 graduate of the University of Houston College of Optometry. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Chemistry from University of Houston. Dr. Christian is a therapeutically certified Optometrist. His practice ranges from primary care optometry to diagnosis and treatment of ocular diseases. He is a member of the Louisiana State Association of Optometrist and the American Optometric Association. He is a past member of the State Board of Optometric Examiners and was a member of the Board of Trustees for Doctor’s Hospital of Opelousas.
Karen Christian – Insurance Clerk
Karen has been with the Eyewear Boutique since 1978. Karen is a native of Opelousas and a graduate of Acadia Baptist Academy.
Kim Andrus – Lab Technician
Kim, a native of Sunset, has been with Dr. Christian and the Eyewear Boutique since 1987. Kim came to our office with seven years of experience in the optical field. Kim is the Lab Manager and is responsible for ordering the prescription lenses for each patient seen and for cutting and edging all glasses done here in the office. Kim also helps in the optical to assist patients with their frame selection. Kim checks out each pair of glasses to be sure that they are to the doctor’s specifications before the patient is called in for their fitting. Kim has earned the trust and confidence not only of the doctor and fellow staff members but also of all of our patients.
Becky Armand – Office Manager
Becky, a native of Opelousas, has been with Dr. Christian and the Eyewear Boutique since 2002.
Sheree Quebedeaux – Medical Assistant
Sheree, a native of Opelousas, has been with Dr. Christian and the Eyewear Boutique since 2018.
Cheramie Champagne – Optician
Cheremie, a native of New Iberia, has been with Dr. Christian and the Eyewear Boutique since 2017.
Maddison Latiolais – Receptionist
Maddison, a native of Breaux Bridge, has been with Dr. Christian and the Eyewear Boutique since 2021.
Stacie Broussard – Optician
Stacie, a native of Crowley, has been with Dr. Christian and the Eyewear Boutique since 2022.