Optometrist
4.64
·11 reviewsIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time
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Optometrist
5.00
·1 reviewIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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After completing undergraduate studies at Howard University and Norfolk State University, Dr. Lewis earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Drexel University. He completed his clinical rotations at various eye clinics in Philadelphia, PA, Havre De Grace, MD, a...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·7 reviews
Service was great! Staff was very friendly and professional. I would go back. - Jan 5, 2026 by Zenobia F.Click to read more
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Gabrielle Gafford is a native of Dallas, Texas. While growing up, she spent ample time performing community service, playing sports and participating in the Girl Scouts of America where she earned her Gold Award. She completed her undergraduate degree at Rhodes College where she majored in Neuroscie...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·8 reviews
Yes I would refer them to this office, everything was really nice and smooth - May 24, 2026 by Tawanna H.Click to read more
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Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time
Optometrist
4.71
·421 reviews
I had an amazing experience! Will definitely be back for my yearly eye exam. - Aug 23, 2024 by Geocel B.Click to read more
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Our doctor in Arlington, VA, Dr. Eveena Mahal, graduated from the University of Maryland at College Park with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She then earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Inter American University of Puerto Rico School of Optometry in 2009. Originally from Cumberland,...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.43
·7 reviews
Great!! - Mar 22, 2026 by Mina A.Click to read more
In-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
Accepting new patients · Excellent wait timeExpertise in hypertensive retinopathy
Optometrist
4.82
·268 reviews
Would definitely visit Dr. Steer again. He was pretty awesome and saw me on short notice. - Apr 25, 2020 by Jeremy D.Click to read more
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Hugh Steer is a mindful and dedicated optometrist serving the community of Arlington, VA. He is from neighboring Maryland. Dr. Steer attended Salus University, Pennsylvania College of Optometry, where he earned his Doctor of Optometry degree. He also earned his Bachelor's degree in Visual Sciences a...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.43
·7 reviews
I had an eye emergency on a Sunday. I immediately booked through zocdoc and was sooo happy to find Dr. Dawn Williams. Dr. Williams is an exceptional eye doctor! From the moment I walked into the office, I felt welcomed and well cared for. Dr. Williams was professional, knowledgeable, and took t...Click to read more
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Dr. Williams earned her Doctorate in Optometry from the Inter American University of Puerto Rico. She enjoys doing community service events such as vision screenings and is very committed to ensure that patients receive quality care.Click to read more
Optometrist
4.19
·32 reviews
Clear messaging, she asked if I had any special concerns and listened to the answer, providing decent feedback. - Apr 29, 2026 by Lucinda V.Click to read more
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Dr. Ester Kohen is passionate about patient care, with a particular focus and skill set in pediatric eye exams and specialty contact lenses. She earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from SUNY College of Optometry in 2015. Since then, she has worked closely with various ophthalmology specialists, ga...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.67
·12 reviewsIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Undergraduate Education: George Mason University, B.S Biology; Optometry School: Salus University; Professional Achievements/Associations: Clinical honors in eye diseases diagnosis and management, clinical honors in contact lenses fitting; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Primary Eye Care, Con...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.50
·8 reviewsIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
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Undergraduate Education: University of Western Ontario. Optometry School: New England College of Optometry.Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.69
·99 reviews
Great office staff, seen right on time and Dr Ashburn was very thorough and explained everything!! Highly recommend! - Nov 2, 2021 by Ellen S.Click to read more
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Accepting new patients · 14 years of experience · Excellent wait time · Expertise in vitreous opacities and degeneration + 5 more ·
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Dr. Stro Ashburn is a fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist and cataract surgeon. Born and raised in Washington, DC, he was exposed to ophthalmology at an early age through his father, Dr. Frank Ashburn, Jr, with whom he performed numerous glaucoma screenings around the country.
He attended the Un...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·1 review
Yes , I have been with them as a customer more than 10 years all the time I go there for my eye exam I would be satisfied for any one like me problem of there site I will encourage you to visit them in the meantime the outstanding staff members will approach you a very incredible smiling face - De...Click to read more
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Undergraduate Education: Skidmore College; Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry; The reason I became an optometrist is because I like health sciences and it ran in the family. In my spare time, I enjoy working out, hiking with my dogs, and traveling. My favorite part of helping my pat...Click to read more
Optometrist
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Dr. Elizabeth Ton graduated from University of Virginia with a Bachelor’sDegree in Biology. She received her Doctorate of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 1994. Dr. Ton completed her optometric training in ocular disease/primary eye care, ocular surgical co-management, and p...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.71
·421 reviews
I had an amazing experience! Will definitely be back for my yearly eye exam. - Aug 23, 2024 by Geocel B.Click to read more
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Our doctor in Arlington, VA, Dr. Eveena Mahal, graduated from the University of Maryland at College Park with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She then earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Inter American University of Puerto Rico School of Optometry in 2009. Originally from Cumberland,...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·1 reviewIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended
Ophthalmologist
4.71
·24 reviews
Very good! by ECClick to read more
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Accepting new patients · Expertise in cataract + 1 more ·
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Dr. Saya Nagori is a Board-Certified Ophthalmologist and Glaucoma Specialist.
Dr. Nagori is a published author in the field of Ophthalmology and comes to Maryland after several years with the NYU Department of Ophthalmology where she taught...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.48
·44 reviews
The technician was professional and also very careful in regards to my overall treatment. - Jan 13, 2026 by Irina C.Click to read more
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Undergraduate Education: University of California, Los Angeles. Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? Providing quality eye care and creating a safe and welcoming environment. Hobbies/Interests: Han...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.71
·421 reviews
I had an amazing experience! Will definitely be back for my yearly eye exam. - Aug 23, 2024 by Geocel B.Click to read more
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Our doctor in Arlington, VA, Dr. Eveena Mahal, graduated from the University of Maryland at College Park with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She then earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Inter American University of Puerto Rico School of Optometry in 2009. Originally from Cumberland,...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.73
·313 reviews
She was personable and understanding. So happy to have found a new eye doctor! - Jul 1, 2013Click to read more
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Dr. Rohini Mehta (B.S., O.D.) has been in practice for nearly a decade, working in various clinical settings across Virginia, Maryland, Connecticut, New York City, and Washington DC, gaining a wealth of diverse experience. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia in Charlo...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.71
·421 reviews
I had an amazing experience! Will definitely be back for my yearly eye exam. - Aug 23, 2024 by Geocel B.Click to read more
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Our doctor in Arlington, VA, Dr. Eveena Mahal, graduated from the University of Maryland at College Park with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She then earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Inter American University of Puerto Rico School of Optometry in 2009. Originally from Cumberland,...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·1 reviewIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Undergraduate Education: University of Waterloo, Canada, BS in Biomedical Sciences; Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Master of Science in Low Vision Rehabilitation; What drives your passion for optometry? I am fascinated by the difference gl...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.47
·30 reviewsIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
Accepting new patients
Optometrist
5.00
·2 reviewsIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Kim was born and raised in Northern Virginia. She graduated from the University of Virginia with a degree in biology. She then went on to pursue her doctorate from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University. During her training, she completed externships in contact lenses, ocular ...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.71
·421 reviews
I had an amazing experience! Will definitely be back for my yearly eye exam. - Aug 23, 2024 by Geocel B.Click to read more
In-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Our doctor in Arlington, VA, Dr. Eveena Mahal, graduated from the University of Maryland at College Park with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She then earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Inter American University of Puerto Rico School of Optometry in 2009. Originally from Cumberland,...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·4 reviewsIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
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Undergraduate Education: Virginia Tech - B.S, Biology. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry / Salus University - B.S. O.D. Professional Achievements and Associations: Maryland Optometric Association; American Optometric Association; Lions Club International; American Academy of Orthok...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.74
·31 reviewsIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
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Undergraduate Education: SUNY Binghamton; Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Optometry School: State University of NY College of Optometry; 1995. Professional Achievements and Associations: American Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Multifocal contact lens fittings. The r...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·19 reviews
My family has been seeing Dr. Sun for years. She's top notch and we always have a great experience. She makes you feel like you are family. by THClick to read more
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Dr. Jennifer Sun graduated from Pennsylvania College of Optometry with honors in 2009 and has been providing high quality, personalized eye care to patients of all ages in Northern Virginia ever since. Dr. Sun’s clinical training includes externships at the Boston VA hospital, the prestigious Capita...Click to read more
Optometrist
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Undergraduate Education: George Mason University
Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Drexel University
Hobbies/Interests: reading, traveling, discovering local gemsClick to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·2 reviewsIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
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Undergraduate Education: UC Berkeley. Optometry School: New England College of Optometry. Certifications/Awards: Doctoral of Optometry. Hobbies/Interests: Road Biking and Running.Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·15 reviews
Dr. Kaur was excellent, efficient, and knowledgeable, overruling a prior misdiagnosis by another provider during my appointment. I will be seeing this doctor again and highly recommend her. - Jun 13, 2026 by Steven C.Click to read more
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Accepting new patients · Highly recommended
Ophthalmologist
4.89
·390 reviews
Truly an excellent Doctor! Wait time was 30 minutes. - Oct 5, 2016 by Gertie B. T.Click to read more
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Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in secondary membranaous cataract surgery + 4 more ·
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Dr. Susan Majlessi is a board-certified ophthalmic physician and surgeon. She graduated Phi Beta Kappa from George Washington University and earned her Doctor of Medicine from the George Washington University School of Medicine, where she was twice the recipient of the prestigious Hilda Drake Schola...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·4 reviewsIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
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Undergraduate Education: University of Maryland, College Park; BS in Biology and minor in Psychology; Graduated 1988. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry; Graduated 1992. Professional Achievements and Associations: F.A.A.O (Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry); MOA/AOA (Maryl...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·8 reviewsIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
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Undergraduate Education: Morgan State University. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community? Providing comprehensive eye exams for adults and children, diabetic eye exams, contact lens fittings and evaluations, binocular visual dysfunctions, and ...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.44
·36 reviewsIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
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Undergraduate Education: James Madison University, Bachelor's of Biology; Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry (Salus University); Professional Achievements and Associations: AOA, MOA; The reason I became an optometrist is because I have always enjoyed interactions with people and bel...Click to read more
Optometrist
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Optometrist
4.33
·6 reviewsIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
Accepting new patients
Optometrist
5.00
·12 reviewsIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
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Undergraduate Education: Wilkes University 1992-Bachelor of Science in Biology . Optometry School: PA College of Optometry in 1995-Doctor of Optometry. Professional Achievements and Associations: American Optometric Association; PA Optometric Association; Central PA Optometric Society; Infantsee Pro...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·12 reviewsIn-network · Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
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Undergraduate Education: Cedarville College; Optometry School: Salus University; Professional Achievements/Associations: AOA, MOA; What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients; How are you impacting your local communit...Click to read more
Optometrist
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