Dr. Kristine Van, OD, Richmond, VA | Optometrist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

4.71

Bedside manner

4.86

“I had a great experience with this doctor’s office. Staff was friendly and Dr. Van very informative. ”

Susan A.August 17, 2023

About Dr. Kristine Van

Dr. Kristine-Hue Van was born in Kansas and raised in Louisiana, Hawaii, and Virginia. After graduating from Meadowbrook High School in 2001, she attended Virginia Commonwealth University to complete her prerequisites for entrance into optometry school. She received her Doctor of Optometry degree in 2008 from Inter American University of Puerto Rico School of Optometry. Following graduation, she joined Dr. David Spruill & Associates, and after two years, she acquired the Willow Lawn office in 2010. Dr. Van strives to provide the highest level of eye care in a warm and friendly environment to all new and existing patients, using state-of-the-art technology and the latest techniques. She has volunteered for OneSight, Lions Club, and VOSH in the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico. She is fluent in Vietnamese and can also complete an eye examination in Spanish. Dr. Van's areas of focus include dry eye therapy, specialty contact lenses, and ocular diseases. When she is not seeing patients, you will find her enjoying the outdoors and traveling. She also enjoys cooking and experimenting in the culinary arts. Dr. Van and Dr. Galban welcomed their first daughter, Chloe Jane, in September 2020 and Jasmine Claire in July 2022. Dr. Van is enjoying all aspects of being a mother. Dr. Van is an active member of the American Optometric Association, Virginia Optometric Association, Richmond Optometric Society, and All Docs.

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Popular visit reasons

Contact Lenses

Eye Infection

Eye Inflammation

Eyeglasses

Eyelid Lesions

General Eye Consultation

Glaucoma Consultation

Routine Eye Exam

Contact Lenses

Eye Infection

Eye Inflammation

Eyeglasses

Office location

Willow Lawn Mall

1601 Willow Lawn Dr, Richmond, VA 23230

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Education and background

Practice names

Willow Lawn Mall

Education and training

Inter American University of Puerto Rico, Doctor of Optometry

Professional memberships

American Optometric Association
Virginia Optometric Association

Languages spoken

English
Vietnamese

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1457504821

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

4.71

Bedside manner

4.86

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I had a great experience with this doctor’s office. Staff was friendly and Dr. Van very informative.

August 17, 2023Susan A.Verified patient

Nice people. Very thorough. Dr. pleasant.

January 11, 2024Patricia F.Verified patient

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What practice does Dr. Kristine Van work with?

Dr. Kristine Van works with Willow Lawn Mall.

Where is Dr. Kristine Van's office located?

Dr. Kristine Van's office is located at 1601 Willow Lawn Dr, Richmond, VA 23230.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Kristine Van?

Dr. Kristine Van frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eye Infection, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Kristine Van on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Kristine Van speak?

Dr. Kristine Van speaks English and Vietnamese.

How do patients rate Dr. Kristine Van in reviews?

37 patients have reviewed Dr. Kristine Van. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 4.86/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.71/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.