Eye exams
A full exam, at a pace that lets you ask questions
Dr. Ridley or Dr. Ohanian checks how well you see and how healthy your eyes are, then gives you a prescription you can use anywhere. A visit takes about an hour.
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Step 1: A short talk
We ask about your day, your work and anything that has changed in how you see. You can ask us anything too.
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Step 2: Measuring how you see
Your doctor measures how clearly you see, how your eyes focus and how well they work together.
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Step 3: A look at your eye health
Your doctor looks at the front and the back of each eye, and explains what they see in plain words.
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Step 4: Your prescription
If you need glasses or contact lenses, your doctor explains the prescription and gives you a copy to keep.
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Step 5: Frames, if you want them
When you are ready, Carmela can take you through frames and lenses the same day or another day.
- Sudden vision loss, flashes of light, a curtain over your vision, a chemical splash or an eye injury needs care now. Call our office right away or go to an emergency room. If you can't reach us, call 911.
How often
Many adults come every year or two
How often is right for you depends on your eyes, your health and your prescription. Your doctor tells you at the end of each visit, and we can send a reminder when it is time.
We take the time to understand what you need before we suggest anything.
Every visit ends with a clear plan, written down, so nothing is left to memory.
What to bring
Bring a few things with you
Your glasses and contact lenses
Bring the pairs you wear now, and your lens cases if you wear contacts.
Your plan cards
Bring your vision plan card and your medical insurance card, if you have them.
A list of your medicines
Bring a list of what you take, so your doctor has it in front of them. We never ask for it on this website.
Sunglasses
Your eyes may be sensitive to light after some tests, so bring a pair for the walk home.
How it is billed
Vision plan, medical insurance or you
A routine exam goes to your vision plan. A visit about an eye problem or a follow-up goes to medical insurance. We explain which is which before you pay anything.
We take the time to understand what you need before we suggest anything.
Every visit ends with a clear plan, written down, so nothing is left to memory.
Same-week appointments
Plain-language explanations
Questions about exams
Do I need an exam if I see fine?
Many eye conditions cause no change in how you see at first, so a regular exam checks more than your vision. Your doctor tells you how often is right for you.
Will my eyes be dilated?
Sometimes. Your doctor decides at the visit and explains why. If your eyes are dilated, they can be sensitive to light for a few hours.
Can I drive home afterward?
Most people can. If your eyes are dilated, bring sunglasses, and ask your doctor whether you should arrange a ride.
Ready for an exam?
Book a time online, or call and we will find one with you.