Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Optometrists in Waipahu, HI
Since 1970, Vision Care Center of Hawaii has been dedicated to providing comprehensive eye care services for families in Waipahu, HI. Our team of experienced optometrists, including Dr. Natalie Ramirez, Dr. Duane Chang, Dr. Jenny Nguyen, and Dr. Lizette Aquino-Bautista, specializes in ocular disease diagnosis, contact lens fittings, and surgical co-management. We prioritize patient education, ensuring individuals understand their vision options while utilizing advanced diagnostic technologies. With decades of combined experience, our practice blends clinical expertise with personalized care to address diverse eye health needs.We accept major insurance plans and offer flexible scheduling to accommodate busy lifestyles. Our commitment to the community is reflected in our focus on preventive care and accessibility, making quality eye health services available to all. Through continuous professional development, our doctors stay at the forefront of optometric advancements to deliver optimal patient outcomes. We maintain rigorous hygiene standards and prioritize patient comfort during every visit. Our mission remains centered on enhancing quality of life through clear vision and comprehensive eye health management.
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exam
Contact Lens Fitting
Emergency Eye Care
Diabetic Eye Exam
Pediatric Eye Exam
Surgical Co-Management
Dry Eye Treatment
Seasonal Allergy Care
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined optometric experience with specialized training
- Our team provides comprehensive eye exams using advanced diagnostic technologies
- We offer emergency eye care services for urgent vision issues
- Our optometrists specialize in managing complex ocular conditions
- We maintain rigorous hygiene standards and personalized patient education
What people say
Friendly staff
Thorough exams
Excellent patient care
Family-like atmosphere
Professional service
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exam
Our detailed eye examinations assess visual acuity, eye health, and potential vision problems. Using advanced diagnostic equipment, we detect early signs of ocular diseases like glaucoma and macular degeneration. The exam includes refraction testing to determine prescription needs while evaluating eye coordination and focusing ability.
Contact Lens Fitting
We provide customized contact lens fittings with various options including daily disposables and specialty lenses. Our optometrists ensure proper lens selection based on corneal shape and lifestyle needs. The process includes trial lenses and follow-up evaluations to guarantee optimal comfort and vision correction.
Emergency Eye Care
Our urgent eye care services address sudden vision changes, eye injuries, and infections. We offer prompt appointments for conditions like chemical exposure, foreign objects in the eye, and acute red eye. Our experienced team provides immediate treatment to prevent permanent damage and preserve vision.
Diabetic Eye Exam
Specialized eye exams for diabetes patients detect early signs of diabetic retinopathy and other complications. We use retinal imaging to assess blood vessel health and monitor changes in eye pressure. These annual exams are crucial for preventing vision loss through early intervention.
Pediatric Eye Exam
We conduct age-appropriate eye exams for children starting at 6 months old. Our evaluations check visual development, eye alignment, and potential learning-related vision problems. Early detection of amblyopia or strabismus ensures timely treatment for optimal visual maturation and academic performance.
People
Dr. Natalie Ramirez
Optometrist
Board-certified optometrist with ocular disease residency training. Fluent in Spanish, she teaches optometry students and has clinical experience in military and VA healthcare settings.
Dr. Duane Chang
Optometrist
Practicing since 1988, he specializes in eye disease management and contact lenses. Former civilian optometrist at Tripler Army Medical Center with extensive community service experience.
Dr. Jenny Nguyen
Optometrist
Honolulu native specializing in contact lenses and dry eye therapy. Completed clinical training at VA medical centers and cataract institutes across the Pacific Northwest.
Dr. Lizette Aquino-Bautista
Optometrist
Comprehensive optometrist with expertise in disease management. Born in the Philippines, she speaks Ilocano and focuses on community-based eye care services in Waipahu.
Dr. Roger Ede
Founder
Established the practice in 1971 and operated it for 50 years before transitioning ownership in 2022. Maintained continuous service to the Waipahu community for half a century.
Questions
What types of eye exams do you offer?
We provide comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, pediatric exams, diabetic eye exams, and emergency eye care services.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept most major vision insurance plans and can help explain your specific benefits during your visit.
Are your doctors qualified?
Our optometrists have advanced training, residency experience, and decades of combined clinical practice in various healthcare settings.
What emergency eye care services are available?
We treat sudden vision changes, eye injuries, infections, and foreign object removal with prompt appointment scheduling for urgent cases.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at (808) 677-1544 or use our online appointment request form for convenient scheduling options.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain strict hygiene protocols including equipment sanitization between patients and follow current health guidelines for visitor safety.
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Reviews (2)
Michele Nitta
Feb 22, 2022
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Everyone there are so friendly and helpful! The doctor is knowledgeable and took the time to answer my questions. I highly recommend them!
Paul Pitarys
Dec 01, 2014
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As a twenty year client of Vision Care in Waipahu, I can truthfully say that every visit is like a family re-union. The staff are always smiling and very helpful, Dr. Chang has been my Dr. for 20 years and frankly I would not want anyone else. He is highly professional and he explains everything crystal clear. After 20 years of using this clinic, I can recommend it without reservation. Put your eyes in the care of people who do a superb job. Aloha, Paul Pitarys, Kapolei
