Your Washington Eye Doctor
Metropolitan Optical – 18th Street
About Metropolitan Optical – 18th Street
At our state-of-the-art optometry practice, our mission is to preserve, restore, and enhance the vision of every member of your family. With over 80+ years of combined experience, we are committed to providing compassionate and personalized eye care to our Washington, D.C., community.
Our #1 priority is to provide our patients with the best possible eye care and vision correction. Our expert staff will take the time to discuss different types of eyeglass lenses, contact lens selections, and frame styles to improve your vision. We will be happy to answer any questions and supply you with the most up-to-date information to ensure your eye health.
Our Eye Care Services
Astigmatism Treatment
Astigmatism can cause vision problems such as blurred or double vision at all distances. Find out what you can do to correct astigmatism and see your best.
Cataract Surgery Co-Management
If cataracts go untreated, they can cause total blindness in the affected eye. We can help with co-management of your cataract removal surgery.
Dry Eyes
Do you have dry, itchy, gritty-feeling eyes? Dry eye syndrome is a very common condition. We offer dry eye treatments at our eye care clinic.
LASIK and refractive surgery are great ways to say goodbye to contacts and glasses for good. Find out if you’re a good candidate.
Presbyopia is a normal part of aging. If you’re past 40 and notice you can’t read up close, our eye doctors may be able to help.
While vision can change drastically in the senior years, these changes shouldn't have to impair one's quality of life. The earlier these problems are detected and treated, the more likely proper eye care can help you retain good vision.
From updating your eyeglasses prescription to detection and treatment of eye diseases, comprehensive eye exams are important for continued visual health.
During a contact lens exam, your eye doctor will check if you are a good candidate for contacts and find the best type of contacts for your needs..
Eye emergencies such as severe pain in the eye, or foreign objects puncturing the eye require immediate attention. Contact us immediately.
Eyeglasses & Frames
Designer Frames
Our extensive optical section offers a wide variety of eyeglass frames in every style, material & design. Come visit us today to see for yourself!
Our expert optical team can find just the right pair of glasses for you to be confident and look your best.
Lens coatings improve visual comfort, make it easier to clean your glasses and ensure your lenses last longer. Coatings include anti-scratch, anti-reflective, photochromatic and UV / blue light filters.
Contact Lenses
Contact Lens Fitting
We offer a wide range of contact lens options from dailies, monthly to multifocal contact lenses for crystal clear vision and superior comfort.
During a contact lens exam, your eye doctor will check if you are a good candidate for contacts and find the best type of contacts for your needs.
Health & Wellness
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