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Dr. Eveena Mahal, OD

Optometrist
4.72
·411 reviews
Thank you for all the information you provided during my visit. Dr. Eveena was very patient and answered all my questions. - Oct 18, 2020 by Ahmed B.Click to read more
28.5 mi · 14901 Potomac Town Pl, Ste 120, Woodbridge, VA 22191
In-network · Aetna
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

Dr. Jinaki Smith, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·6 reviews
My experience was phenomenal! I am extremely happy with my new therapist and exited to work with her going forward.Click to read more
31 mi · 30 Shining Willow Way, Ste 30B, La Plata, MD 20646
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Undergraduate Education: University of Pittsburgh Optometry School: Illinois College of Optometry Certifications/Awards: Primary Care Residency, VA Medical Center Memphis; Optometric Research Fellowship, VA Medical Center Boston Hobbies/Interests: genealogy, weightlifting, and travelingClick to read more

Dr. Mesheca Bunyon, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·8 reviews
31 mi · 30 Shining Willow Way, Ste 30B, La Plata, MD 20646
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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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

Dr. Osasenaga West-Erhabor, OD

Optometrist
4.00
·4 reviews
She is professional - Jan 16, 2026 by Hui Z.Click to read more
31.5 mi · 1809 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD 21208
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients

Dr. Shruti Patel, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·30 reviews
31.5 mi · 1809 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD 21208
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended

Dr. Cerina Buchanan, OD

Optometrist
4.58
·48 reviews
My appointmentwas very comfortable, relaxing, friendly, clean and fast. I would definitely recommend this office. People of my age would enjoy going there. It’s very comfortable and friendly. - Jan 14, 2026 by Patricia C.Click to read more
31.5 mi · 3715 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Undergraduate Education: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University; Professional Achievements and Associations: Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry, Member of Maryland Opt...Click to read more

Dr. Salma Chakhachirou, OD

Optometrist
32.5 mi · 9930 Sowder Village Sq, STE 220, Manassas, VA 20109
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients

Dr. Steven Zeidman, OD

Optometrist
4.67
·6 reviews
The best eye exam ever had, prescribed drops that eased pain immediately. Like services. - Mar 28, 2026 by Patrick M.Click to read more
34.5 mi · 6306 1/2 York Rd, BALTIMORE, MD 21212
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients ·
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Undergraduate Education: Long Island University; B.S. Biology. Optometry School: P.C.O. 1974; Graduated Beta Sigma Kappa. Professional Achievements and Associations: MOA/AOA. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: TPA Certified. The reason I became an optometrist is: Helping people to improve the ...Click to read more

Dr. Darren Rhoton, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·4 reviews
Nice people, easy process, accepted insurance - Apr 8, 2026Click to read more
36.5 mi · 7945 Stonewall Shops Sq, Gainesville, VA 20155
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Darren Rhoton is a highly respected, board-certified optometrist who brings an extraordinary blend of clinical excellence, leadership, and military-honed precision to the team at Bermel Vision & Aesthetics. A graduate of Pacific University College of Optometry in Forest Grove, Oregon, Dr. Rhoto...Click to read more

Dr. Sonia Kidwai, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·2 reviews
- Mar 9, 2026 by Karlene R.Click to read more
37.5 mi · 73 Thomas Johnson Dr, Ste A, FREDERICK, MD 21702
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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"Sonia Tsay, O.D., received her Doctor of Optometry from the Inter American University of Puerto Rico (IAUPR) School of Optometry in 2021 and earned her Bachelor of Science in Community Health from Hofstra University in 2013. Dr. Tsay was inspired to become an optometrist after experiencing firstha...Click to read more

Dr. Padmini Nathan, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·2 reviews
- Feb 18, 2026 by Darlene H.Click to read more
37.5 mi · 73 Thomas Johnson Dr, Ste A, FREDERICK, MD 21702
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in hypertensive retinopathy ·
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Nathan Padmavi, O.D., received her Doctor of Optometry from the New England College of Optometry in 1982. She earned her Bachelor of Science from St. Francis College in Hyderabad, India, graduating in 1978. Inspired from an early age by a strong desire to pursue a career in healthcare, Dr. Nathan d...Click to read more

Dr. Victor Guevara, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·12 reviews
39 mi · 29015 Three Notch Rd, Unit 6, Mechanicsville, MD 20659
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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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

Dr. Adam Preston, OD

Optometrist
39 mi · 29015 Three Notch Rd, Unit 6, Mechanicsville, MD 20659
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients

Dr. Melani Cruz, OD

Optometrist
45 mi · 815 Wonder Road, Unit 140, Stafford, VA 22554
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients ·
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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

Dr. John Hayes, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·3 reviews
- Dec 18, 2025 by Marjani A.Click to read more
51.5 mi · 5 Bel Air South Pkwy, Ste 1317, Bel Air, MD 21015
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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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

Dr. Melissa Dempsey-Connolly, OD

Optometrist
4.73
·30 reviews
51.5 mi · 5 Bel Air South Pkwy, Ste 1317, Bel Air, MD 21015
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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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

Dr. Howard Budner, OD

Optometrist
4.29
·7 reviews
- Feb 4, 2026 by Adrian E.Click to read more
51.5 mi · 623 Bel Air Rd, Bel Air, MD 21014
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Excellent wait time ·
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Undergraduate Education: Colgate University; Optometry School: Salus University; Professional Achievements/Associations: Founding member of Spectrum eyecare ( 1st OD MD network), Scored 4th highest score in the country on competency exam; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Complicated vision dis...Click to read more

Dr. Wai Yin Chang, OD

Optometrist
4.50
·8 reviews
56 mi · 1725B Dual Hwy, Hagerstown, MD 21740
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients ·
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Undergraduate Education: University of Western Ontario. Optometry School: New England College of Optometry.Click to read more

Dr. George Agritellis, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.50
·2 reviews
64 mi · 142 Linden Dr, Ste 108, Winchester, VA 22601
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in secondary membranaous cataract surgery + 6 more ·
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Dr. George Agritellis, MD, FAAO, is a board-certified ophthalmologist with more than 20 years of experience in cataract surgery and glaucoma management. He has served as a physician partner, practice owner, and medical director, leading clinical teams and performing thousands of successful procedure...Click to read more

Dr. Ayhubrhan Yifru, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·36 reviews
58.5 mi · 10225 Patriot Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22407
In-network · Aetna
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

Dr. Valerie Reed, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·3 reviews
58.5 mi · 951F Beards Hill Rd, Aberdeen, MD 21001
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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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

Dr. Carey Willey, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·2 reviews
59 mi · 401 Race St, Cambridge, MD 21613
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended

Dr. Philip Berry, OD

Optometrist
4.11
·9 reviews
59 mi · 17301 Valley Mall Rd, Hagerstown, WV 21740
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients

Dr. Gerald Frishman, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·2 reviews
59 mi · 17301 Valley Mall Rd, Hagerstown, WV 21740
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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MyEyeDr. is your trusted community doctor providing the best in vision health care and the best selection of eyewear. We welcome all insurances.Click to read more

Dr. Michael Krimigis, OD

Optometrist
59 mi · 17301 Valley Mall Rd, Hagerstown, WV 21740
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients ·
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Undergraduate Education: UMBC; Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences. Optometry Southern College of Optometry; Graduated 1997. Professional Achievements and Associations: Deans list in Optometry School; Member AOA; Member VOA; Member MOA. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: TPA certified. Th...Click to read more

Dr. Nicholas Guzic, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·1 review
60.5 mi · 910 Foxcroft Ave, Martinsburg, WV 25401
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time

Dr. Sona Kalra, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·3 reviews
An excellent first time , staff very helping and kind. Dr. Very professional Very clear and explaining what I needed to do and how to do it . I highly recommend getting eyes examined here . Thank you very much to the staff and doc. I am looking forward to next visit - Dec 28, 2022 by Patricia ...Click to read more
63 mi · 1211 N Shenandoah Ave, Front Royal, VA 22630
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Kalra brings extensive experience in glasses and contact lenses as well as the management of diabetes, glaucoma, cataracts, and many other ocular diseases, including keratoconus. In addition to holding a Doctorate of Optometry degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (Salus University)...Click to read more

Dr. Minu Shah, OD

Optometrist
63 mi · 1211 N Shenandoah Ave, Front Royal, VA 22630
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients ·
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Dr. Shah is experienced in all forms of glasses and contact lenses and is the local expert on the brand-new bifocal contact lenses. She has extensive experience co-managing LASIK and cataract patients and has a strong interest in pediatric optometry. Dr. Shah spent several months training at mult...Click to read more

Dr. Jason Gebran, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·10 reviews
63.5 mi · 650 Cedar Creek Grade, Ste 114, Winchester, VA 22601
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Gebran graduated from SUNY College of Optometry in 2019 and went on to complete a residency in primary care and ocular disease at the Perry Point V.A. Medical Center in Perryville, Maryland in 2020. In his free time, Dr. Gebran enjoys going to the gym, playing video games and spending time with ...Click to read more

Dr. Megan Courtney, OD

Optometrist
4.96
·24 reviews
63.5 mi · 650 Cedar Creek Grade, Ste 114, Winchester, VA 22601
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Megan Courtney is originally from South Williamsport Pennsylvania and received her undergraduate degree in biology from Shippensburg University. She later graduated from Pennsylvania College of Optometry. Her favorite part of eyecare is comprehensive eye exams, especially with pediatric patients...Click to read more

Dr. Marc Reyes, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·13 reviews
63.5 mi · 650 Cedar Creek Grade, Ste 114, Winchester, VA 22601
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Marc Reyes, a Pennsylvania College of Optometry and Virginia Commonwealth Univesrity graduate, is avid towards providing quality primary eye care. His passion into specialty contact lens extends toward patients with irregular corneas and myopia management. He likes playing tennis, gaming, and en...Click to read more

Dr. Stephanie Riggi, OD

Optometrist
4.33
·6 reviews
66 mi · 2791 S Queen St, Dallastown, PA 17313
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients

Dr. Richard Vahaly, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·4 reviews
68.5 mi · 2155 White St, York, PA 17404
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended

Dr. Danielle Renda, OD

Optometrist
4.50
·8 reviews
69 mi · 665 Town Center Dr, York, PA 17408
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients ·
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Undergraduate Education: Saint Vincent College; Bachelor of Science in Biology. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University; 2015. Professional Achievements and Associations: Member of Pennsylvania Optometric Association and American Optometric Association. The reason I b...Click to read more

Dr. Seema Khanna, OD

Optometrist
4.67
·12 reviews
Promot, professional and through. - Apr 9, 2026 by Denise C.Click to read more
70.5 mi · 2700 Eastern Blvd, York, PA 17402
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Undergraduate Education: York College of PA, completed 90 credits. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry, 1997. Professional Achievements and Associations: Member of AOA and POA. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Completed a 1-year residency in management of ocular disease and p...Click to read more

Dr. Joel H. McGahen, OD

Optometrist
4.97
·30 reviews
73 mi · 422 Phoenix Dr, Chambersburg, PA 17201
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Joel McGahen, O.D. earned his Doctor of Optometry and Bachelor of Science degrees from Salus University (formerly the Pennsylvania College of Optometry) in 1986, following his bachelor's degree in Biology from The Pennsylvania State University in 1981. Since 1987, he has been providing comprehensive...Click to read more

Dr. Peter Wawrzusin, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.62
·186 reviews
Really great he checked my eyes everything went well whole experience was fine. - Oct 13, 2025 by Lawrence M.Click to read more
0.5 mi · 8630 Fenton St, Ste 130, Silver Spring, MD 20910
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Expertise in cataract + 3 more ·
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Dr. Peter Wawrzusin is a seasoned Comprehensive Ophthalmologist renowned for his expertise in Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgery. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, distinguishing himself by being elected as chief resident. Building on this foundatio...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, Apr 27

Dr. Peter Wawrzusin, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.62
·186 reviews
Really great he checked my eyes everything went well whole experience was fine. - Oct 13, 2025 by Lawrence M.Click to read more
2.5 mi · 2045 University Blvd E, Ste 100, Hyattsville, MD 20783
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · Expertise in cataract + 3 more ·
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Dr. Peter Wawrzusin is a seasoned Comprehensive Ophthalmologist renowned for his expertise in Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgery. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, distinguishing himself by being elected as chief resident. Building on this foundatio...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, Apr 28

Dr. Hares Banuwal, OD

Optometrist
4.67
·61 reviews
Extremely friendly, great patient communication! Most staff is bilingual which was extremely helpful. Highly recommended ! - Jul 31, 2024 by Noemy C.Click to read more
2 mi · 831 University Blvd E, Ste 11, Silver Spring, MD 20903
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients
Next available: today

Dr. Robert Chu, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.76
·637 reviews
Everyone at Dr. Chu's is very professional and nice to deal with. - Mar 4, 2015 by Bridget K.Click to read more
7 mi · 6333 Executive Blvd, Rockville, MD 20852
In-network · Aetna
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in cataract + 6 more ·
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Dr. Chu is a board-certified ophthalmologist, a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical correction of eye diseases. He completed his Doctor of Medicine at New York University, followed by a residency in Ophthalmology at Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Center, and addi...Click to read more
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