Ophthalmology and Optometry

The Ophthalmology/Optometry Department provides comprehensive care and management of all eye problems. It performs routine eye exams and exams for eyeglass prescriptions.

Important information:

• The department does not measure, fit, or evaluate for contact lenses.
• Yale Health insurance does NOT cover contact lenses or eyeglasses.
• You should remove your contact lenses before your appointment and bring your eyeglasses with you. 
• Your eyes may be dilated during the exam and may remain blurry or sensitive to light for up to a few hours.
• A referral is NOT required to see an Ophthalmologist or Optometrist in our department.***

Note: Medicare retirees are not eligible for eye care services at the Yale Health Center.

***Students who have waived Yale Health Hospitalization & Specialty Care coverage must seek services from providers who accept their insurance. They cannot be seen at Yale Health Ophthalmology and Optometry.