David Jaco, OD, is a board-certified optometrist in Murray, Kentucky at Clarkson Eyecare. He attended Murray State University for his undergraduate studies and graduated as a Doctor of Optometry from the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. In 1994, Dr. Jaco joined an established optometric practice with and formed Murray Vision Center. Currently, he practices full-scope optometry in Murray, Kentucky with Clarkson Eyecare.

Dr. Jaco has been very active in the optometric professional community by serving on the Kentucky Optometric Association board where he held many positions, including President in 2014. He has received several awards from the Kentucky Optometric Association including Young Optometrist of the year and the President’s Award. He has served on the National Board of Examiners, is credentialed in Expanded Therapeutics, and he is a diplomate of the American Board of Optometry.

Currently, Dr. Jaco holds the esteemed title of Regional Medical Director at Clarkson Eyecare, a position granted by the Medical Executive Board at EyeCare Partners. In this role, he helps hold our expert eye doctors to the highest standard and works with our Area Medical Directors to assist in clinical onboarding for new optometrists.