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John Czaja

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Meet Dr. John Czaja (Merrillville, IN)

John P. Czaja,O.D., received his Doctor of Optometry from Indiana University School of Optometry in 1997, where he was inducted into the Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honor Society, and earned his Bachelor of Science from Purdue University in 1993.

Dr. Czaja has practiced in a variety of clinical settings, including a privately owned optical chain, a multi-doctor private practice, and a large retail practice that was recognized as “Store of the Year” in both 2007 and 2010.

In 2003, Dr. Czaja opened Eye Designs in Merrillville, Indiana, with a strong focus on patient communication and providing an exceptional eye care experience from start to finish.

Outside of the office, Dr. Czaja enjoys spending time with his family, playing guitar and piano, traveling, and staying active through trail running, biking, and swimming.


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Hours
  • Monday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday Closed
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
  • Sep. 7 Closed
  • Nov. 26 Closed
  • Nov. 27 Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed

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MR W. - Jul 23, 2026
Friendly staff and always on time....great place for exams and eye wear
ashlyn w. - Jul 18, 2026
Truly loved everything about my experience here! The staff were incredibly kind and supportive throu... ghout my entire appointment. I left with a clear understanding about my vision and prescriptions! Definitely recommend!