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Patch Picks: You'll See, Ridgefield
Ridgefield's eye-care professionals are top of the line.
Where should you go when you need your eyes examined, or if you are in need of surgery … or if you simply need a good pair of sunglasses? Here are five options right in Ridgefield. Can you add any to the list?
- 419 Main St., (203) 431-3937
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Stroll down Main Street and you will undoubtedly find yourself gazing at the beautiful display of glasses in the window of George Amatuzzi’s office. The front step made of artistically designed mosaic tiles adds to the glamour factor. Dr. Amatuzzi is available for eye examinations Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For those who prefer evening hours, the office is open until 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays.
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- 17 Governor St., #B, (203) 438-2840
Opticare Ridgefield is one of 18 locations throughout Connecticut. With Opthalmologists and Optometrists on staff, an optical boutique, and a surgical center in Danbury featuring the latest high-tech equipment, OptiCare can help you with all of your vision needs. Open Monday-Saturday, with some early morning and late evening hours. For specific timing, visit the opticare Ridgefield website.
- 96 Danbury Rd., #1, (203) 438-5855
Ridgefield Family Eye Care is a family-oriented practice with four specialists on-staff, plus a well-stocked eyeglass boutique. The exam process is incredibly thorough, incorporating state-of-the-art equipment such as the Optomap, which allows the doctors to look at the retina without having to dilate a patient’s eyes. The practice also includes the Institute for Sports Vision, which specializes in vision testing, enhancement, and training for athletes. Open Monday-Saturday, with emergency hours on Sundays. For specific hours, visit the website.
www.ridgefieldfamilyeyecare.com
– 90 Grove St., Suite 105, (203) 894-9700
Ridgefield Ophthalmology, operated by M.D. Christy Coates, provides “medical, surgical and cosmetic eye care” for families, utilizing cutting-edge equipment including machines that test for glaucoma and ptosis, as well as a retinal-mapping machine. The doctors perform minor surgeries in the office, and more extensive procedures are done at the Ridgefield Surgical Center or Greenwich Hospital.
http://ridgefieldophthalmology.com/
Pilla Inc - 35 Danbury Rd., (203) 438-6257
Pilla specializes in high-tech eyewear, providing “superior color enhancement and light management in high definition.” The glasses are hand crafted of a bulletproof material that protects your eyes from potential hazards, and the Light Management Technology lets in just the right amount of light, reducing eye fatigue and enhancing vision.
