Optometry Services

At the WVU Eye Institute, our nationally recognized specialists provide compassionate, comprehensive vision care to adults and children of all ages.

From routine exams to preventative care, our vision specialists provide you with a variety of services – all at one convenient location.

The WVU Eye Institute offers comprehensive eye exams to adults and children to evaluate the health of your eyes and vision. Our highly trained specialists perform screening tests for common eye diseases and other vision problems.

WVU Eye Institute Eye Exams

Screenings during a comprehensive eye exam may include:

Cataracts
Color blindness
Diabetic eye disease
Glaucoma
Nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism
Overall eye health

Contact Lens Fitting

Eyeglasses and contact lens prescriptions from WVU Eye Institute providers and outside providers are accepted at our Eye Shop, open in the WVU Eye Institute on Monday through Friday from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Discounts are available for WVU Medicine employees, WVU employees, students, and veterans. Most vision insurances are accepted, and we participate in health savings card and spending account plans. Eyeglasses and contact lenses are available through our Eye Shop.

Call 304-598-4888 for more info.

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