Business Details
Your Trusted Eye Care Specialists in Montgomery County
The Eye Center has been providing comprehensive eye care services to Montgomery County, Maryland for over 30 years. Our team of highly trained professionals is dedicated to delivering excellent and compassionate care in a professional and friendly environment. We prioritize personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs, ensuring optimal eye health outcomes. Our physicians emphasize honesty, patient education, and the use of state-of-the-art technologies to address routine, medical, and surgical eye care requirements. With a focus on individualized attention, we strive to build lasting relationships with our patients through trust and exceptional service.Our commitment to excellence extends to our optical dispensary, where skilled opticians provide customized solutions for vision correction. We accept most major insurance plans and offer flexible options for self-pay patients. Our three-step process ensures efficient and thorough care, from initial appointments to follow-up treatments. By combining advanced medical expertise with a patient-centered approach, we aim to meet all your eye care needs. Our decades of experience and dedication to continuous improvement make us a trusted choice for comprehensive vision care in the region.
Services
Vision Exams
Medical Exams
Surgical Procedures
Optical Dispensary
Cataract Surgery
Glaucoma Treatment
Contact Lens Fittings
Designer Eyewear
Retinal Screening
LASIK Consultations
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in comprehensive eye care.
- Our team includes board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists.
- We use state-of-the-art technologies for diagnostics and treatments.
- We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Our skilled opticians deliver customized vision correction solutions.
Services
Vision Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams assess visual acuity and prescribe glasses or contact lenses tailored to individual needs. These routine evaluations ensure early detection of vision changes and maintain optimal eye health through personalized corrective solutions. The service includes detailed refraction testing and MVA form completion for driver's license requirements.
Medical Exams
Physicians diagnose and treat ocular conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal diseases using advanced diagnostic tools. This service addresses symptoms such as burning, tearing, and fluctuating vision while monitoring progressive conditions requiring regular screening and intervention.
Surgical Procedures
Our surgeons perform cataract removal, LASIK, glaucoma treatments, and eyelid surgeries using cutting-edge technologies. Procedures include standard and premium lens implants, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), and corneal treatments to restore vision and address structural eye issues.
Optical Dispensary
The optical center offers designer eyewear, customized lenses from Carl Zeiss, and trial frame evaluations. Patients experience new prescriptions before purchase while benefiting from competitive pricing through direct manufacturer partnerships for glasses and contact lenses.
Contact Lens Fittings
Specialized evaluations ensure proper contact lens fit for comfort and visual demands. The service includes trial lenses and follow-up assessments to optimize wearing experience while addressing unique vision correction requirements through various lens materials and designs.
People
Terry Y. Kwak
Board-Certified Ophthalmologist
Dr. Kwak specializes in corneal and LASIK surgery with fellowship training from Cornell University. He brings expertise in corneal transplantation and laser vision correction to our practice.
Gregory L. Fu
Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Dr. Fu focuses on cataract surgery and premium lens implants. He graduated from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed residency at Loyola University Medical Center.
Shannen K. Allen
Board-Certified Ophthalmologist
Dr. Allen completed her ophthalmology residency at Georgetown University Medical Center. She provides comprehensive eye care with a focus on patient-centered treatment approaches.
Kristen Zeller
Board-Certified Ophthalmologist
Dr. Zeller offers extensive experience in ocular conditions and treatments, including laser-assisted cataract surgery. She served in the U.S. Navy before entering private practice.
Macy Majid
Board-Certified Optometrist
Dr. Majid specializes in ocular disease management and dry eye treatment. She earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from Pennsylvania College of Optometry with clinical honors.
Questions
Can I use both vision and medical insurance for the same visit?
Most insurers prohibit billing two insurance types on the same day. We can schedule separate visits or bill medical insurance with out-of-pocket payment for refraction fees.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa, Mastercard, checks, and cash payments for services rendered.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Bring insurance cards, photo ID, referral information, and completed patient forms to expedite your visit.
Do you accept self-pay patients?
Yes, we welcome self-pay patients and offer transparent pricing for all services.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call us at 301-279-9696 during business hours or use our online scheduling system for appointment requests.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We participate with most major medical and vision insurance plans. Contact us directly to verify network status for your specific provider.
