Sandia Vision Clinic

read moreOur doctors and the rest of the Sandia Vision Clinic team strive to provide the best in optometry services. We invite you to browse our website to learn more about our optometry services and join our patient family by scheduling an eye exam appointment at our Albuquerque office. Sandia Vision Clinic has been a leading provider of optometry services and vision care products in the Albuquerque community since 1989, and we want to help you achieve and maintain clear vision for years to come. Our experienced eye doctors offer comprehensive vision examinations at our Albuquerque optometry office and specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide array of eye diseases, conditions, and problems.

read moreAt Sandia Vision Clinic, each member of our vision care team is selected by Dr. Frank Chinisci based upon his or her experience, professional demeanor, and dedication to providing personalized care to our optometry patients. Our entire Albuquerque optometry staff is committed to ensuring the comfort and satisfaction of each and every patient. We will do our best to accommodate your busy schedule by finding appointment times that meet your needs. Our knowledgeable staff at Sandia Vision Clinic will work with you to help you understand your vision insurance coverage and provide financial alternatives to ensure you get the best vision care possible.

read moreAt Sandia Vision Clinic, Dr. Frank Chinisci and our entire Albuquerque optometry team are committed to providing advanced vision care in a professional and comfortable environment. As an optometrist in Albuquerque, our primary eye care service includes a complete eye exam that analyzes eye health and vision function. In addition to eye exams and vision testing, Dr. Chinisci and our team of optometry professionals provide testing for glaucoma, cataracts and macular degeneration. Dr. Chinisci and the Sandia Vision Clinic team take even the most routine eye exams very seriously.

read moreMany vision problems do not require surgery for correction. In these situations, vision therapy is typically an option. Vision therapy is a form of physical therapy used on the eyes and brain. It is designed to resolve vision problems that can contribute to learning disabilities. This therapy can also be used an effective treatment for problems like lazy eye, crossed eyes, or double vision. It uses progressive vision exercises performed under the supervision of your eye care provider. Each set of exercises is tailored to meet the individual visual needs of a patient.

read moreWe understand that your time is precious and that you need an optometrist who is professional, yet convenient for your lifestyle. In order to make the transition to our office smoother for you, we have created a New Patient Center with everything you need to get started. In an effort to make you more comfortable when you arrive at our office and to streamline the new patient process, you will be able to complete all the necessary items prior to your first visit. At Sandia Vision Clinic, we strive to make sure the time we spend with you during your visit is quality time.

read moreAt Sandia Vision Clinic, we provide comprehensive care to meet the vision needs of our patients. Our optometrists offer pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing LASIK eye surgery or other eye surgical procedures. Our goal is to help you attain the clearest vision possible using advanced technologies. LASIK (laser assisted in situ keratomileusis) surgery uses the latest advancements in technology to provide faster recovery times and precise results. LASIK surgery has been effective in treating myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism and other eye conditions.

read moreWhat are UV rays? UV stands for ultraviolet, a band of spectrum invisible to the eye. Ultraviolet light consists of UVA, UVB, and UVC rays. UVC rays are stopped in Earth's atmosphere before they reach the eye, but UVA and UVB can both reach the eye and potentially damage it. How does UV affect unprotected eyes? UV rays can cause proteins inside the lens to become opaque or cloudy, a condition known as cataracts. Cataracts can make interfere with night vision, reduce your ability to see colors, and make reading difficult; they cannot be reversed, only removed.

read moreGlasses say so much about your personality and personal style. At Sandia Vision Clinic, we are happy to work with you in selecting frames that complement your features. Our experienced optometry professionals work closely with you to select the proper frames to fit your budget as well as your cosmetic, lifestyle, and vision needs. While working with our experienced staff enables you to select the appropriate frames, we invite you to learn more about which frame styles complement various face shapes.