Dr. Richard Martin, OD

Dr. Richard Martin, OD

Optometrist
160 Newtown Rd, Ste 102, Virginia Beach, VA
4.88
“He was very nice. I felt like I could talk to him and he listened and explained everything I needed to know . I will be going back to see Mr. Martin in the future.”
Lucy H.October 2, 2025
Highly recommended
91% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.88

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“He was very nice. I felt like I could talk to him and he listened and explained everything I needed to know . I will be going back to see Mr. Martin in the future.”
Lucy H.October 2, 2025

About Dr. Richard Martin

A graduate of the Ohio State University College of Optometry, Dr. Martin has been in private practice with Dr. DeVito since 1994. Dr. Martin served in the U.S. Navy as head of the Optometry Department at Sewell’s Point Branch Medical Clinic. A member of the Tidewater Optometric Society, the Virginia Optometric Association, the American Optometric Association and voted one of America’s Top Optometrists by the Consumer’s Research Council of America in 2009. Dr. Martin specializes in contact lenses, sports vision and primary eye care. He is also licensed to treat eye infections, eye trauma and diseases including glaucoma. He and his wife Karla have two sons, R.J. and Seth.

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Popular visit reasons

Contact Lenses
Eye Inflammation
Eyeglasses
General Eye Consultation
Glaucoma Consultation
Retina Consultation
Retinal Detachment
Routine Eye Exam
Contact Lenses
Eye Inflammation
Eyeglasses
General Eye Consultation

Office location

Mid Atlantic Eye Care Region
160 Newtown Rd, Ste 102, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • The Ohio State University, Doctor of Optometry

Professional memberships

  • Virginia Optometric Association

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1871521401

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.88
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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This Dr was very informative and really explained the process and made it a lot less terrifying
Verified patient
I love Dr. Martin. He made me feel great . I love my glasses
Verified patient
Best doctor i have seen in a while. Very knowledgeable.
He was very nice. I felt like I could talk to him and he listened and explained everything I needed to know . I will be going back to see Mr. Martin in the future.
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Dr. Richard Martin's office is located at 160 Newtown Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Richard Martin?

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

What languages does Dr. Richard Martin speak?

Dr. Richard Martin speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Richard Martin in reviews?

32 patients have reviewed Dr. Richard Martin. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.88/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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