Eye Care Team – Eye Center in Mill Creek, Washington

Caring, Experienced Professionals.

At Mill Creek Vision, we have carefully selected our Eye Care Team to provide skilled, professional and caring service to every patient that walks through our doors. Our knowledgeable optometrists and staff work hard to keep up to date on the latest developments, trends and technology to ensure you receive the highest quality eye care and optometry services. It is our goal to make each and every visit comfortable and informative, so you will look forward to your annual eye exam.

Meet our Eye Doctors at Mill Creek Vision

Dr. Dion Di Blasi

Dr. Dion Di Blasi was born and raised in Seattle. He graduated from the University of Washington with a BA in Economics. After working in marketing and leadership development, he decided to pursue his Doctor of Optometry degree at the Pacific University College of Optometry. His optometric experience includes treating ocular disease at a VA hospital, managing binocular vision conditions, and treating diverse patient populations in primary care settings.

Dr. Di Blasi is also an active member and leader in the SGI Nichiren Buddhist organization. His hobbies include hiking, running, snowboarding, and rooting for the Seattle Mariners and Seahawks.

Dr. Shannon Chan, O.D.

Dr. Shannon Chan grew up in Alaska but has spent the past decade in the Pacific Northwest, a region she loves and plans to stay! She attended the University of Washington and Pacific University for her respective degrees. Dr. Chan held externships at Veteran's Affairs American Lake Medical Center, Evergreen Eye Center, and Hope Clinic to complete an immersive and comprehensive medical training in treating patients with Ocular Disease and TBI (traumatic brain injury).

Dr. Chan is passionate about advocating for the optometric profession. During her time at Pacific University College of Optometry (PUCO), she served as the 2024 Class President and PUCO Senator. She strives to continue advocating for optometry by being heavily involved in Optometric Physicians of Washington Society (OPW), serving as the current Executive Secretary of the OPW association.

Dr. Chan has been a recipient of the Dr. Brian Lee Hill, OD Award, a special award that is given to one graduating doctor, and chosen by their peers for demonstrating "great friendship and leadership" throughout their entire time in doctorate school. Dr. Chan has also received the PECAA Award for Excellence in Future Private Practice for her passion and dedication to the optometric profession.

In her free time, Dr. Chan enjoys weightlifting/being active, playing video games, and exploring new foods/attractions with her incredibly supportive family and partner.

Dr. Fred Arima Jr.

Dr. Fred Arima of Mill Creek Vision graduated from the University of Washington with a BS in Zoology & BS in Psychology with honors in 1976. He finished his optometric schooling at Southern California College of Optometry in 1981 with an O.D. degree, Cum Laude. He has operated his private practice since 1981. Dr. Arima is very active in many local and regional Optometric Physician's associations.

Education and Affiliations:

John Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, 1971-1972
University of Washington, Seattle, WA, 1972-1976
BS Zoology & BS Psychology with honors 1976
Southern California College of Optometry, Fullerton, CA 1977-1981 OD degree, Cum Laude
Member Optometric Physicians of Washington
Member American Optometric Association
Past Pres. Snohomish County Optometric Society
Fellow American Academy of Optometry
Member Mill Creek Lions Club