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Why Choose a Private Practice?

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What are the biggest benefits patients experience when visiting a private practice like Centreville Eye Care instead of a large retail chain?

The biggest benefit of visiting a private practice like Centreville Eye Care is personalized care. You are not a number to us! We care about your eye health and well-being. We are not trying to sell you additional services and products. Once you become a patient at Centreville Eye, you become part of our family. We are available to answer all your questions. Feel free to call us if you need information. We return phone calls, and you'll speak to a team member of the practice, not a call center!

How does your team ensure patient care remains individualized and never feels rushed or transactional?

We value you as a patient and individualize care. There is no corporation holding us accountable for profitability. We do not need to see four patients an hour like many chains. Instead, we make certain you receive the face-to-face time needed to receive optimal care.

As one of the last remaining independent eye care practices in Northern Virginia, what makes this important to you—and to your patients?

Our doctors and staff are invested in the practice and your care. We want the best for you and value your feedback and address all your concerns.

Smiling Optometrist With His Senior Patient, Friendly looking AtWhat are some signs a patient might be receiving more corporate-driven care than care that truly puts their vision health first?

Corporate-driven care is more concerned about profits than care. Doctors and staff often have to meet quotas. Many corporate centers don't even have doctors in their practices. Instead, you will be encouraged to "see" a virtual doctor.

If the practice is recommending expensive treatments, putting pressure on you to purchase unnecessary products, or making you feel rushed, you should be wary about their intentions.

If someone is choosing an eye doctor today, what questions should they ask to ensure the provider truly prioritizes their needs?

You should ask: Is this a private practice? Will I be seeing a doctor in the practice or a virtual doctor?

Ready to experience the difference of truly personalized eye care? Contact us today to request your eye care appointment – and see why so many families trust us with their vision health.