Optometrist in Brooklyn, NY
Comprehensive eye exams, medical eye care, contact lens fittings and designer eyewear at 187 Avenue U. Caring for Brooklyn families since 1998 — most insurance accepted, open seven days a week.
Looking for an optometrist in Brooklyn, NY? Mega Vision Center on Avenue U combines medical eye care and a full optical under one roof, so your exam, prescription and finished glasses all happen in the same visit whenever possible.
Our optometrists have cared for Gravesend and Sheepshead Bay families since 1998. Every comprehensive eye exam goes beyond "which is clearer, one or two" — we measure your prescription precisely, then evaluate the health of your cornea, lens, optic nerve and retina using in-house diagnostic technology to catch glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration and cataracts early, while they are still manageable.
We also treat the everyday problems that send people to urgent care: red or painful eyes, sudden floaters, styes, allergies, dry eye and foreign bodies. If you need a specialist or cataract surgery, we coordinate the referral and handle your pre- and post-operative care here in Brooklyn.
On the optical side, our opticians fit designer frames and cut lenses in our on-site lab, so adjustments, repairs and same-day single-vision jobs do not require a second trip. Bring your insurance card and we will verify your exam, frame, lens and contact lens benefits before anything is ordered.
Eye Care Services at Our Brooklyn Office
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Full vision and eye health evaluation with in-house diagnostic technology for accurate prescriptions and early detection of disease.
Contact Lens Fittings
Daily, monthly, toric, multifocal and specialty lenses fitted and verified by our optometrists, with trial lenses before you commit.
Pediatric Eye Care
Child-friendly exams for infants through teens, including school vision problems, focusing issues and myopia management.
Glaucoma & Retinal Care
Pressure testing, retinal imaging and ongoing monitoring for glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.
Dry Eye & Allergy Treatment
Targeted treatment for burning, watery, gritty and itchy eyes, from tear film evaluation through medical management.
Prescription Eyewear & Lab
Designer frames and custom lenses cut, edged and fitted in our on-site Brooklyn lab — many single-vision jobs same day.
When to See an Optometrist
- Blurry vision at distance or near, or headaches and eye strain after screen work.
- It has been more than a year or two since your last comprehensive eye exam.
- Glare, halos or difficulty driving at night.
- Red, painful, watery, itchy or persistently dry eyes.
- New floaters, flashes of light or a shadow in your peripheral vision — see us right away.
- You have diabetes, high blood pressure, or a family history of glaucoma or macular degeneration.
- Your child squints, sits close to the screen, tilts their head or is struggling in school.
Ready to See Clearly?
Book online in under a minute or call our Avenue U office — most insurance accepted, open seven days a week.
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What to Expect
Your Visit, Step by Step
1. Book Your Visit
Request an appointment online or call (718) 373-2020. We have evening and weekend hours seven days a week.
2. Insurance Verified
We check your vision and medical benefits before your exam so you know your coverage and costs up front.
3. Exam With Your Optometrist
A complete refraction plus eye health screening — pressures, retinal evaluation and imaging when indicated.
4. Eyewear or Treatment Plan
Leave with a clear plan: a finished pair of glasses, a contact lens fitting, medical treatment or a specialist referral.
Serving Patients Across Brooklyn
Our Avenue U office welcomes patients from Gravesend, Sheepshead Bay, Bensonhurst, Homecrest, Midwood, Marine Park, Bath Beach, Brighton Beach, Coney Island, Borough Park and Dyker Heights. We are steps from the Avenue U subway and bus stops, with evening and weekend hours for patients who work during the day.
Brooklyn Optometrist FAQs
How do I find a good optometrist in Brooklyn?
Look for a practice with in-house diagnostic technology, optometrists who handle medical eye care rather than refractions alone, and an on-site lab so your glasses are made and adjusted where you were examined. Mega Vision Center on Avenue U has offered all three to Brooklyn families since 1998.
How often should I see an optometrist?
Most adults should have a comprehensive eye exam every one to two years. Annual exams are recommended for children, contact lens wearers, patients over 60, and anyone with diabetes, glaucoma, high blood pressure or a family history of eye disease.
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist?
An optometrist examines your eyes, prescribes glasses and contact lenses, and diagnoses and treats most eye conditions medically. An ophthalmologist is a surgeon. We manage your care in-office and coordinate with trusted surgeons when a procedure such as cataract surgery is needed.
Do you accept my insurance?
We accept 38+ vision and medical plans, including VSP, EyeMed, Davis Vision, Medicare and Medicaid. Call us with your plan details and we will verify your exam, frame, lens and contact lens benefits before your visit.
Do I need an appointment, and what should I bring?
Appointments are recommended so we can reserve exam time with your optometrist. Bring your insurance card, your current glasses or contact lens boxes, a list of medications and your sunglasses for after dilation.
Where is your Brooklyn office located?
We are at 187 Avenue U, Brooklyn, NY 11223, steps from the Avenue U train and bus stops, serving Gravesend, Sheepshead Bay, Bensonhurst, Midwood and surrounding neighborhoods. Open Mon–Sat 10AM–7PM and Sun 12PM–5PM.
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Need a same-day appointment? Please call us at (718) 373-2020.