Our Founder & Our Next Chapter
Hope Clinic was built on a simple belief: addressing life-altering vision problems can change the course of a person’s life.
We’re proud of our roots, grateful for the legacy of our founder, and committed to carrying that mission forward.
Meet our Founder,
Dr. Theodore Kadet
Dr. Theodore Kadet, OD, OVDRA founded Hope Clinic in 1983 with a deep commitment to helping patients and families find answers when vision challenges were getting in the way of school, work, sports, or everyday life.
Over the years, Dr. Kadet became known for his thoughtful approach, his dedication to clinical excellence, and his heart for people. He built Hope Clinic into a trusted resource for families seeking vision therapy and visual rehabilitation—supporting patients through personalized care and long-term relationships.
Dr. Kadet’s Legacy
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A practice rooted in compassion, integrity, and clinical excellence
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A strong focus on function—helping patients apply visual skills in real life
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A team culture built around encouragement, training, and serving families well
In Loving Memory
Dr. Kadet passed away in 2025 and is greatly missed. We honor his legacy with gratitude and continue the work he devoted his life to—helping people strengthen visual skills and experience greater confidence in everyday life.
Continuing the Mission with Dr. Ben Winters
After Dr. Kadet’s passing, the practice entered a new chapter, one built on the same mission and values, with a continued commitment to caring deeply for the people and families we serve.
Benjamin (Ben) Winters, OD, FOVDR, is the new owner and Clinical Director of Hope Clinic. Dr. Winters is a board-certified optometrist in vision development, neuro-visual rehabilitation, and vision therapy, earning his board certification in 2013. He received his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Southern College of Optometry and undergraduate degree from Brigham Young University. He brings more than 15 years of experience helping patients with complex visual challenges. An award-winning clinician and international lecturer, Dr. Winters is recognized for combining advanced clinical expertise with a compassionate, patient-centered approach.
Families often arrive at Hope Clinic after months or years of unanswered questions. Dr. Winters is known for taking time to listen, clearly explain findings, and help patients and parents feel confident in the care plan ahead.
As a husband and father of five, Dr. Winters understands how vision challenges affect everyday life at home, at school, and at work. This perspective shapes his care, keeping the focus on meaningful, real-life progress for each patient.
Dr. Winters is committed to carrying forward the heart of Hope Clinic: personalized vision therapy that helps people develop the visual skills needed for daily life.
A Note of Gratitude
We are grateful to Dr. Kadet for the foundation he built and to the families who have trusted Hope Clinic over the years. It is an honor to continue this work with the same spirit of hope and care.