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Optometrist
5.00
·24 reviews
Customer service was great! Everyone was friendly and kind! I will definitely go back!! - Oct 31, 2025 by Betsy P.Click to read more
2 mi · 3524 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Born and raised in Western New York, Nicole Pederson earned her B.S. degree in biology from Niagara University and her Doctor of optometry degree from NOVA Southeastern University. She completed externships at Katzen Eye group in Baltimore, Maryland and the Wilmington VA in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr....Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Apr 8
Optometrist
4.50
·4 reviews
I would go back, my experience was great. I got to ask questions and they cared. The team was great to work with., I felt comfortable and relieved of my anxiety. - Mar 26, 2026 by Roslyn M.Click to read more
12.5 mi · 12241 W Broad St, Ste C, Henrico, VA 23233
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Excellent wait time ·
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Undergraduate Education: University of North Carolina. Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry. Certifications/Awards: Past President of Rotary Club. Hobbies/Interests: Vintage Stock Car Racing.Click to read more
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Optometrist
15.5 mi · 1660 Anderson Hwy, Powhatan, VA 23139
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Dr. Jodi Vaughn completed her undergraduate studies at Carlow University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and earned her Doctorate of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry—now part of Salus/Drexel University in Philadelphia. She then fulfilled a residency in ocular disease at the Baltimor...Click to read more
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Optometrist
4.34
·38 reviews
14 mi · 14422 Hull St Rd, CheSterfield, VA 23832
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Excellent wait time ·
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Undergraduate Education: Holy Cross College; Optometry School: New England College of Optometry; Clinical Certifications & Specialties; Certified Optometric Physician; What drives your passion for optometry? My innate interest in the physical sciences and my empathy for my patients healthcare needs....Click to read more
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Optometrist
4.79
·33 reviews
The staff were very friendly, relatable and knowledgeable. - Oct 17, 2025 by Patrick J.Click to read more
12.5 mi · 12241 W Broad St, Ste C, Henrico, VA 23233
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time
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Optometrist
15.5 mi · 1660 Anderson Hwy, Powhatan, VA 23139
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
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A graduate of Powhatan High School and a resident of the county since 1970, Dr. Tonya Carter is part of the fabric of the Powhatan community. She graduated from the University of Mary Washington in 1992 and went on to earn her Doctor of Optometry from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. In...Click to read more
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Optometrist
4.94
·33 reviews
One of the best experiences i have had when visiting a doctor. - Dec 19, 2025Click to read more
12.5 mi · 12241 W Broad St, Ste C, Henrico, VA 23233
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time
Next available: Tue, Apr 7
Optometrist
15.5 mi · 1660 Anderson Hwy, Powhatan, VA 23139
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
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Dr. Erin McCabe graduated with honors from Pennsylvania College of Optometry with a Doctorate in Optometry and from Wake Forest University with a Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. Dr. McCabe takes a holistic approach to eye care...Click to read more
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Optometrist
4.67
·3 reviews
This was the best eye exam I have had in over 20 years. Dr. Bennett’s listening and communication during the exam was what I needed. I found my new optometrist!!! Gratitude ?? Dr. Bennett - Mar 20, 2026 by James L.Click to read more
14 mi · 14422 Hull St Rd, CheSterfield, VA 23832
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Excellent wait time
Next available: Wed, Apr 8
Optometrist
5.00
·5 reviews
Quick and helpful :) - Feb 28, 2026Click to read more
43.5 mi · 4655 Monticello Ave, STE 201, Williamsburg, VA 23188
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time
Next available: today
Optometrist
5.00
·4 reviews
43.5 mi · 4655 Monticello Ave, STE 201, Williamsburg, VA 23188
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Undergraduate Education: Virginia Tech, Bachelor of Science in Biology; Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry; Professional Achievements and Associations: American Optometric Association, Southern Council of Optometrists, Armed Forces Optometric Society (formerly); The reason I became ...Click to read more
Next available: Sat, Apr 4
Optometrist
4.80
·30 reviews
My appointment was great ! He was very busy so, the wait time was long. - Mar 21, 2025 by Joyce H.Click to read more
43.5 mi · 611 Della St, Tappahannock, VA 22560
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Dr. Testa grew up in Rochester, NY, where he began his undergraduate studies in Biology at SUNY Brockport. After completing his Biology studies, he moved to Memphis, Tennessee to earn his Doctor of Optometry Degree at Southern College of Optometry, followed by a residency in Family Practice Optometr...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, Apr 6
Optometrist
4.92
·50 reviews
Awesome experience. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Dr. Great. I definitely recommend - Jan 3, 2025 by Pamela M.Click to read more
54 mi · 2101 Carl D Silver Pkwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Stephanie Lambertson, O.D. received her Doctor of Optometry in 2022 from Indiana University's School of Optometry. She graduated magna cum laude from James Madison University with a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, Pre-Optometry. Her optometric training utilized the most advanced technology t...Click to read more
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Optometrist
4.98
·43 reviews
I was very comfortable discussing my eye concerns. - Nov 24, 2024 by mary P.Click to read more
54 mi · 2101 Carl D Silver Pkwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Brad Church, O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry in 1997 from the University of Alabama at Birmingham's School of Optometry and completed his Bachelor of Science in Biology at Virginia Tech. His special fields of interest include primary eye care, medical eye care, specialty contact lens fitting, ...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, May 5
Optometrist
4.82
·34 reviews
High quality office and doctor. - Jan 7, 2026 by Phil W.Click to read more
62.5 mi · 600 Peter Jefferson Pkwy, Ste 390, Charlottesville, VA 22911
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Undergraduate Education: State University of New York at Geneseo. Optometry School: Nova Southeastern University. Professional Achievements/Associations: Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. Clinical Certifications & Specialties: primary care, ocular disease, refractive surgery. Hobbies/Inte...Click to read more
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Optometrist
4.90
·30 reviews
61.5 mi · 12090 Jefferson Ave, STE 1010, Newport News, VA 23606
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Expertise in hypertensive retinopathy ·
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I am a Hoosier! I grew up in Indiana and attended Indiana University for eight years. The first four years were spent earning a BA degree in biology with a minor in chemistry. The last four years I attended IU Optometry School. My internship studies included time at the Cleveland VA clinic where I w...Click to read more
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Optometrist
5.00
·11 reviews
Fast, friendly and professional. They earned my loyalty today. - Feb 19, 2026 by Edward C.Click to read more
62 mi · 815 Wonder Road, Unit 140, Stafford, VA 22554
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time
Next available: Wed, Apr 8
Optometrist
4.67
·6 reviews
- Feb 12, 2026 by Karen M.Click to read more
65 mi · 265 Merchant Walk Ave, STE 100, Charlottesville, VA 22902
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Excellent wait time ·
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Undergraduate Education: Indiana University, Bachelor of Arts. Optometry School: Pacific University College of Optometry, 1989. Professional Achievements and Associations: American Optometric Association; Virginia Optometric Association; Shenandoah Valley Optometric Society. Clinical Certifications ...Click to read more
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Optometrist
5.00
·16 reviews
Good place and good service, I will go back again. Thank you ?? - Feb 23, 2026 by Chanpen L.Click to read more
65 mi · 265 Merchant Walk Ave, STE 100, Charlottesville, VA 22902
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended
Next available: tomorrow
Optometrist
4.82
·11 reviews
- Feb 20, 2026 by Jacob W.Click to read more
67 mi · 1450 Sachem Pl, Unit 202, Charlottesville, VA 22901
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Excellent wait time
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Optometrist
4.93
·30 reviews
67 mi · 213 Connor Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22911
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Undergraduate Education: University of Houston. Optometry School: Nova Southeastern College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? I am new to the Charlottesville area, and I am honored to be your local, friendly primary eye care doct...Click to read more
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Optometrist
4.50
·12 reviews
- Mar 4, 2026 by Reza H.Click to read more
66.5 mi · 441 Westfield Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22901
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Excellent wait time
Next available: tomorrow
Optometrist
4.69
·32 reviews
Very nice experience. Made appointment only day before. Arrived and minimum paper work. Everyone quite pleasant. Examination was done promptly and all the people I delt with had great senses of humor. Overall a very pleasant appointment. - Dec 26, 2025 by Galen L.Click to read more
67 mi · 2159 Barracks Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Excellent wait time ·
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Undergraduate Education: Colby College; Bachelor of Arts in Biology. Optometry School: The New England College of Optometry, 2006. Professional Achievements and Associations: VOA, AOA. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Specialty Contact Lenses. The reason I became an optometrist is: To preser...Click to read more
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Optometrist
4.00
·7 reviews
67 mi · 2159 Barracks Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
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Undergraduate Education: University of Pittsburgh, BS. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry, 1996. Professional Achievements and Associations: Member of the Virginia Optometric Association and American Optometric Association; Previous owner of Primary Eyecare before merging with MyEye...Click to read more
Next available: Fri, Apr 10
Optometrist
4.69
·13 reviews
71.5 mi · 15189 Montanus Dr, Culpeper, VA 22701
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended ·
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Undergraduate Education: University of Maryland. Optometry School: University of Alabama School of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? I enjoy working with each patient as an individual to help them see and look their best by providin...Click to read more
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Optometrist
4.56
·18 reviews
67 mi · 213 Connor Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22911
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patientsExpertise in hypertensive retinopathy
Next available: Mon, Apr 13
Optometrist
4.83
·6 reviews
2 mi · 3524 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Excellent wait time ·
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Undergraduate Education: SUNY Oswego Optometry School: New England College of Optometry Certifications/Awards: Clinical Honors every semester Hobbies/Interests: sportsClick to read more
Optometrist
7.5 mi · 601 N Courthouse Rd, Ste 2, North Chesterfield, VA 23236
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
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In 1998, Dr. Eric Nilsen traveled south from his home in upstate New York in search of warm weather and a friendly community where he could set up his optometry practice. He discovered the greater Richmond area and established Nilsen Eye Care (NEC) in suburban Chesterfield County. Dr. Nilsen graduat...Click to read more
Optometrist
7.5 mi · 601 N Courthouse Rd, Ste 2, North Chesterfield, VA 23236
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Dr. Madeline Junker Kellerman received her Bachelor of Science in cellular biology and genetics at the University of Maryland before earning her Doctor of Optometry from Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University in Philadelphia. Dr. Kellerman loves offering the full range of primary eye ...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·1 review
- Mar 13, 2026 by Marva S.Click to read more
7.5 mi · 601 N Courthouse Rd, Ste 2, North Chesterfield, VA 23236
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Born and raised in Kentucky, Dr. John Stacy’s passion for baseball led him to Murray State University, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in biology with a minor in chemistry. He continued his education at Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN, earning his Doctor of Optometry. D...Click to read more
Optometrist
7.5 mi · 601 N Courthouse Rd, Ste 2, North Chesterfield, VA 23236
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
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Dr. Alexandra Nilsen was born in New York City and grew up in Northern New Jersey. She attended Ramapo College, where she completed a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Spanish. She earned a Doctor of Optometry from Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University in Philadelphia an...Click to read more
Optometrist
7.5 mi · 601 N Courthouse Rd, Ste 2, North Chesterfield, VA 23236
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Dr. Yustina Kang graduated with honors from the New England College of Optometry, where she earned a Doctorate in Optometry and a Master’s in Vision Science. She has a passion for low-vision rehabilitation and helping improve the quality of life for people with visual impairments.Click to read more
Optometrist
4.68
·25 reviews
8.5 mi · 7347 Bell Creek Rd, Unit 200, Mechanicsville, VA 23111
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Michel Kish has called Hanover County his home since 2002. He found his way to Virginia while serving as an Optometrist with the United States Army as a Major at Fort Lee, VA, after serving in Baumholder, Germany. He has fond memories of his time caring for soldiers and their families before goi...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.93
·30 reviews
This provider far exceeded my expection. Dr. Medina is knowledgeable and personable. She listened to my needs and provided the care that met my needs. I was especially impressed by the Optical machine - Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) that was used to capture images of the back of my eyes withou...Click to read more
11 mi · 2385 Colony Xing Pl, Midlothian, VA 23112
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Adriana Medina grew up in Southern California and graduated from the University of California Santa Barbara. She received her Doctor of Optometry degree from Southern California College of Optometry at Marshall B. Ketchum University. Dr. Medina completed a Primary Care and Ocular Disease reside...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·35 reviews
Experience and professionalism were evident throughout the entire appointment. - Mar 28, 2026 by Patricia P.Click to read more
20 mi · 798 Southpark Blvd, Ste 24, Colonial Heights, VA 23834
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Undergraduate Education: James Madison University. Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? I absolutely love doing specialty contact lens evaluations - there's nothing like seeing a patient with poor ...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·36 reviews
48.5 mi · 10225 Patriot Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22407
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Undergraduate Education: Eastern Mennonite Universities. Optometry School: Michigan college of optometry.Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·2 reviews
I was made to feel welcome the moment I arrived. Any questions or concerns I had were addressed. - Oct 4, 2025 by Patricia C.Click to read more
58.5 mi · 422 Oriana Rd, Newport News, VA 23608
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Arndt earned his degree in optometry at Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, a school known for its focus on state-of-the-art technologies. He was raised in Hampton and attended Old Dominion University where he studied civil engineering. He credits this training for his love of measuring an...Click to read more
Optometrist
58.5 mi · 422 Oriana Rd, Newport News, VA 23608
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Undergraduate Education: Eastern Washington University, Cum Laude. Optometry School: Western University of Health Sciences, Dean’s List. Certifications/Awards: Health Professional Scholarship Program; Drs. Robert L. Gordon and Andrea Silvers Endowed Scholarship; Dr. Harout Khanjian Annual Scholarshi...Click to read more
Optometrist
62 mi · 815 Wonder Road, Unit 140, Stafford, VA 22554
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
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Dr. Cruz earned her Bachelor's of Science degree in Biological Anthropology with a minor in Biochemistry from the University of California, Riverside. She went on to receive her Doctor of Optometry degree from Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Drexel University. Dr. Cruz was awarded Clinical Hono...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·1 review
65.5 mi · 129 E Ferrell St, South Hill, VA 23970
In-network · UnitedHealthcare
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Undergraduate Education: State University of New York at Geneseo, B.S. Biochemistry. Optometry School: The Ohio State University College of Optometry. Professional Achievements and Associations: American Optometric Association; Virginia Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications and Specialties...Click to read more
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