Who we serve
New Patients
A first visit takes about an hour and covers pre-testing, a full history, refraction, binocular vision assessment and a complete eye health examination, finishing with a proper discussion of findings.
“I have not had my eyes checked in years and I am not sure what to expect.”
Gaps happen. Nobody is judged for one, and the sooner a baseline is established the more useful every subsequent visit becomes, because eye care depends heavily on comparing this year against last year.
A first appointment runs about an hour. It starts with pre-testing, moves through history and refraction, and finishes with the eye health examination and a conversation about what was found.
Bring your current glasses, both insurance cards, a list of medications, and your sunglasses so their UV protection can be checked. If you wear contact lenses, bring the boxes.
What matters most for this group
- How long it takes
- About an hour. Appointments are scheduled two per hour so there is time to do it properly and answer questions.
- Whether you will be dilated
- Often not. Widefield retinal imaging can usually replace dilation, which avoids hours of blurred vision.
- What it costs
- Coverage is verified before your visit. Most vision plans cover an annual comprehensive examination, and medical eye care is usually billed to medical insurance.
Where to start
New Patients: common questions
Do I need a referral?
Most patients do not need a referral to see an optometrist, though some insurance plans require one.
Can I drive afterwards?
Yes if retinal imaging is used instead of dilation. If you are dilated, bring sunglasses and ideally arrange a lift.
Book an appointment
Two patients an hour, so there is time to talk about what actually brought you in. Call (480) 706-3937 or request a time online.