Neighborhood eye care in Providence

A neighborhood practice for the East Side of Providence

College Hill runs through one of Providence's most walkable, neighborly areas. College Hill Eye & Optical is right in the middle of it — a single boutique storefront where every patient sees a familiar face, every frame is chosen with care, and exams are unhurried.

We're proud to serve families and individuals from across Providence who want the personal feel of a small neighborhood practice paired with comprehensive optometry and a thoughtfully curated eyewear boutique.

Services for Providence patients

Whatever brings you in — a routine exam, contact lenses, dry-eye relief, or care for a specific condition — every appointment happens at the same College Hill boutique. A few of the services we're asked about most often:

• Comprehensive Eye ExamA thorough exam for your full eye health picture — from vision clarity to early disease detection.
• Pediatric Eye ExamClear vision matters early. We make kids feel at ease while checking their eyes thoroughly.
• Contact Lens ExamPrecision fitting for daily, weekly, or specialty contacts that actually feel comfortable.
• Dry Eye ExamFind out what's really behind your dry or irritated eyes, and start feeling better.
• Diabetic Eye ExamRegular exams protect your vision. We monitor and coordinate with your care team.
• Myopia ManagementThink of it like braces — but for growing eyes. Evidence-based options to slow the progression of nearsightedness in children and teens.

Common questions from Providence patients