Griswold Eye Care

Eye exams Contact Lens Exams Dilated Eye Exams Visual Field Testing Optical Coherence Tomography

We require appointments for eye exams and contact lens exams however if you need an eyeglass adjustment or repair, feel free to walk in at Griswold Eye Care! Request Appointment

Yes, we do pediatric exams. Dr. Simmons of Griswold Eye Care performs exams on children 5 & up

We have a broad selection of frames for men, women & kids as well as sunglasses at Griswold Eye Care. All brands can be found on our in-house Optical page. The lenses we offer are from the brand Hoya. Hoya is a locally based lab that sells products only to independent optical companies.

We accept many types of medical insurance at Griswold Eye Care. The insurance we take can be found on our Insurance page. We also take 2 types of vision insurance, VSP & EyeMed. Learn More

Glasses can take up to 16 business days to arrive and contact lenses depending on the type can arrive within a week!

Contact lens exams are a separate portion of your eye exam. The contact lens exam is subjected to a seperate fee that is typically not covered by insurance. If you have never worn contact lenses before, an appointment called an I&R which stands for “Insertion and Removal” can be scheduled after your routine eye exam if Dr. Simmons deems you a candidate for contact lenses. Learn More

Your medical insurance is for medical visits done in the office or any medical testing. Occasionally your medical insurance may cover up to 1 routine eye examination a year of which you can call them to verify. Your vision insurance is for your routine eye exams and materials such as glasses or contact lenses. If you have further questions regarding your coverage, please call your insurance provider.

A comprehensive eye exam at Griswold Eye Care usually takes 45 to 60 minutes. We perform several tests to evaluate your vision and check your overall eye health. This thorough approach ensures we don’t miss any potential concerns.

Yes, we provide detailed instructions and hands-on training for all new contact lens wearers. Our optical team will work with you until you feel completely comfortable inserting and removing your lenses. We also give you written care instructions and schedule a follow-up to check your progress.

You should book an appointment if you experience blurred vision, frequent headaches, eye strain, or difficulty seeing at night. Regular screenings are also important even without symptoms, as many eye conditions develop gradually. If you work at a computer, drive frequently, or have a family history of eye problems, regular check-ups are especially important.

Your first visit to Griswold Eye Care will include a review of your medical history, vision testing, and a comprehensive eye health evaluation. We recommend arriving 10-15 minutes early to complete any remaining paperwork if you haven’t submitted it online. Please bring your current eyewear, a list of medications, and any questions you have about your vision health.