Patients

The Eye and Vision Center and 10 Optical Retail Location at MCPHS offers accessible, comprehensive eye and vision care to patients in Worcester, Massachusetts and the surrounding areas. Knowledgeable, highly skilled optometrists work together with dedicated student interns to provide the best possible patient care.

Our priority is to meet the unique needs of each of our patients, and we are proud to have positively impacted the lives of thousands in the greater Worcester area.

We are patient-focused, which means we are available to assist you through every step of the process, from making an appointment, to understanding your insurance coverage, to follow up care. Our professional, friendly staff is available to assist you with all of these topics, and more.

Be sure to review our Frequently Asked Questions for helpful information. We are looking forward to connecting with you.

FAQs

What is an optometrist?

Doctors of Optometry (O.D.s / optometrists) are independent primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage refractive errors, diseases of and injuries to the eye and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions that affect the eye.

• Doctors of Optometry measure for and prescribe glasses and contact lenses for refractive conditions (hyperopia, myopia, and astigmatism) and corneal medical conditions like keratoconus.
• Doctors of Optometry prescribe medications to treat and manage infections of the eyes and eyelids.

What kind of services does the Eye & Vision Center offer?

Our services range from comprehensive eye examinations to the treatment and management of eye diseases such as glaucoma. View a full list of our services.

How do I make an appointment?

Become a new patient or schedule an appointment by contacting our office by phone at 508.373.5830.

What insurances do you take?

We take a wide variety of insurances. For a comprehensive list please see our insurance page.

Will the MCPHS School of Optometry students be involved in my examination?

The optometry students will be performing tests and obtaining eye measurements under the supervision of our attending optometrists. Our optometry students are highly trained in the classroom and clinic prior to examining patients in the Eye and Vision Center.