Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Opticians in Washington D.C.
Founded in 1973, Voorthuis Opticians has redefined eye care in Washington D.C. through a commitment to exceptional service, superior quality, and unparalleled selection. Our family-owned practice, now led by Dr. Rebecca Voorthuis and Anna-marie Voorthuis, operates eight locations across the region, blending five decades of expertise with cutting-edge optical technology. Each location features on-site optometrists who conduct comprehensive eye and contact lens examinations, ensuring personalized care tailored to individual needs. Our team of certified opticians specializes in matching patients with eyewear that balances style, comfort, and vision correction, offering hundreds of frames from global designers.We maintain partnerships with local ophthalmologists and optometrists to provide coordinated care, while our exclusive offerings like Zero G titanium frames showcase our dedication to innovation. With a legacy built on customer trust and a forward-looking approach to eye health, we combine technical precision with the human touch that has defined our practice since its inception.
Services
Eye Examinations
Designer Frames
Prescription Lenses
Contact Lenses
Eye Health Consultations
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1973 with eight regional locations
- On-site optometrists for comprehensive eye examinations
- Exclusive provider of Zero G titanium frames in D.C.
- Hundreds of designer frames from global luxury brands
- Personalized service combining technical expertise with care
Services
Eye Examinations
Our on-site optometrists perform comprehensive eye examinations to assess vision health and determine precise corrective needs. These evaluations include testing for visual acuity, eye coordination, and common ocular diseases. Patients receive personalized recommendations for corrective lenses or further medical evaluation when necessary.
Designer Frames
We offer hundreds of premium frames from international luxury brands, including exclusive collections not found elsewhere in the U.S. Our opticians provide expert guidance to help clients select frames that complement facial features while meeting vision correction requirements and lifestyle needs.
Prescription Lenses
Our optical lab crafts precision lenses tailored to individual prescriptions, including single vision, bifocal, trifocal, and progressive options. We utilize advanced materials and coatings from industry leaders to enhance visual clarity, durability, and comfort for all wearers.
Contact Lenses
Our optometrists specialize in contact lens fittings for various vision needs, including spherical, toric, and multifocal lenses. We provide trial samples and training for proper insertion, removal, and care, ensuring optimal comfort and eye health for both new and experienced wearers.
Eye Health Consultations
Beyond corrective solutions, we offer consultations on maintaining long-term eye health. Our professionals educate patients about preventive care, address concerns about age-related vision changes, and coordinate with medical specialists when treating ocular conditions requiring advanced treatment.
People
Dr. Rebecca Voorthuis
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry from New England College of Optometry (1999), specializing in comprehensive eye exams and vision correction solutions.
Dr. Trang Le
Optometrist
Licensed optometrist with experience in contact lens fittings and ocular health assessments since graduating from Inter-American University of Puerto Rico in 2001.
Dr. Gail Robinson
Optometrist
Graduate of Pennsylvania College of Optometry (2002) focusing on personalized patient care and corrective vision solutions.
Dr. Ezra Udoff
Optometrist
Experienced optometrist with Pennsylvania College of Optometry training (1996), specializing in comprehensive eye health evaluations.
Questions
What services does Voorthuis Opticians offer?
We provide comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, designer eyewear selection, prescription lenses, and eye health consultations.
Are your optometrists licensed professionals?
Yes, our on-site optometrists hold Doctor of Optometry degrees from accredited institutions and maintain current licensure.
Do you carry luxury eyewear brands?
We feature hundreds of frames from international luxury designers including Alain Mikli, Tom Ford, and Oliver Peoples.
How long has Voorthuis been in business?
Our family-owned practice has served Washington D.C. since opening in 1973, with eight locations operating today.
Can you help with specialized lens needs?
We offer progressive lenses, occupational lenses, and customized coatings from leading manufacturers like Essilor and Zeiss.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Washington D.C., Montgomery County, and Northern Virginia with convenient locations across the region.
