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Excellent friendly staff. We use Colchester Eye Care for all our families eye care needs. Highly recommended....
- R.L.
I can't say enough how much I loved the office. From the greeting to goodbye it was a wonderful experience. I would recommend this office over and over....
- J.B.
I told my mom to make an appointment just because everyone was so nice and the doctor took extra time to help me since it was my first visit. The receptionists were super nice and friendly toward me and my son!!...
- R.L.
Dr Dempsey is always knowledgeable, approachable, and professional. My family and I will always patients of his. The office staff is friendly and very easy to work with. Thank you all!...
- J.K.
The staff at Colchester Eye Care is exceptional. This past weekend I had an unexpected infection in my eye that suddenly appeared and was very painful and scary. Dr. Wederking was on call and immediately got back me (early on a Saturday morning) and had me come right in so...
- Christine H., Colchester CT
I could ramble on and on! Colchester Eye Care (and Dr. Dempsey, in particular) have been my one and only eye care practice for almost 20 years. Local, knowledgeable, friendly, fun , compassionately caring, patient, kind, available when it's urgent, down to earth, warm, welcoming...I'm sure I could list another...
- Judy P.
The office is beautiful and the staff is amazing....
- S.S.
I would love for her (Dr. Sadanowicz) to be my doctor always!!! she is wonderful and explains everything to you so you have a clear understanding. I also want to start making my appt for the Colchester office only!!! LOVE THAT OFFICE!!!!!!!...
- D.S.
I have been a patient of Dr. Dempsey for 20 years. Throughout this time, he, and his staff, have always provided me with excellent care, professional courtesy and sincere concern for my overall health and vision. He never hesitated to recommend second opinions, to refer me to specialists when needed...
- E.Z.
Dr. Dempsey’s willingness to work with me in spite of insurance deficiencies is unparalleled and appreciated. Thank you....
- B.C.
Dr. Dempsey makes you feel like you are his only patient. He is very concerned about eye care and takes the time to explain every detail....
- J.J.
Clean comfortable and friendly!! Nice place....
- D.G.
Dr. Dempsey is always thorough and spends time explaining your problems. Extremely personable and professional. Would recommend this office if you are looking for a physician who cares about his patients....
- P.Z.
Outstanding visit. Everything was perfect!...
- J.B.
We're so glad to have such an amazing practice in our little town!!...
- K.A.
Office staff is very pleasant. Dr. S. is good at explaining all details of the exam. I am very comfortable with her and do not feel rushed....
- D.G.
I have never been to a doctors office where the entire office staff and doctors are equally nice, professional, concerned and compassionate about each and ever patient that comes into the office. I drive 45 min to your office and it is never an inconvenience as I know I will...
- D.Z.
Dr. Sadanowicz is awesome!! She takes her time with you, explains everything so well, is so nice, friendly and professional. I come to Hebron Eye Care because of her. I am happy to recommend her to my family and friends. It's always an enjoyable experience with her!!...
- T.H.
Never has anyone ever been so helpful in picking out glasses as to which looks good on your face....
- K.W.
Dr. Kassandra was very caring and make sure my visit was a pleasant one. The staff major that I understood everything that was going on and was pleasant and caring....
- D.H.
I LOVE YOUR OFFICE!...
- J.V.
Enjoyed my experience at Hebron Eye Care. The doctor I saw was very thorough. Best eye exam I've had. Carol was SO helpful in picking out glasses....
They got me in within a week when I thought my eyeballs were going to explode. Calmed me down and were patient with me. Helped me get to a Medicare optical provider even though it meant they couldn't sell me a pair of glasses. They are the best....
- S.J., Hebron CT
My visit to Hebron Eye Care was terrific. Entering the office is like walking into an old friends house. The Dr.s are thorough and conscientious. The staff was very helpful in assisting with my selection of new frames. She offered honest opinions about how each pair looked instead of trying...
- Tom F., Tolland, CT
If you are looking for exceptional eye care this is the place. The staff and Doctor's are wonderful. Everything is explained to you during your visit by the staff regarding your insurance and the Doctor during your exam. I have never had to wait for more than 5 minutes. However,...
- Jacqueline V., Amston, CT
Excellent staff, super helpful with everything. Medical staff more than willing to spend time answering any questions and providing as detailed explanations as we wanted. Can't say enough good things about the Practice. We are very impressed with how seriously they take any eye issue,. A recent experience with a serious...
- Richard S., Mansfield Center, CT
The entire staff at Hebron Eye Care is awesome! They are professional, polite, and considerate during every phase of eye care! The prices are very reasonable and the service even after you pick up your glasses is great. You can bring your glasses back for small adjustments whenever you need...
- Christine B., Lebanon, CT
This office provides superb care. I feel like I've found a gem in Dr. Dempsey - a doctor who truly cares about his patients! The staff is kind and helpful. The space is modern, comfortable and has a great selection of eyewear. Thank you Hebron Eye Care!...
- Laurie P., Amston, CT
Our Hebron Patients say: Thank you for all that you do! S.D. No need for improvement.W.D. Perfect service. R.L....
I've had a painful and frightening problem with one of my left eye for over a year and was feeling hopeless about getting relief. From the moment I walked through the door of Colchester Eye Care for the first time in pain and desperation and without an appointment, I have...
- S.A.
Always love my visits with Dr. Dempsey....
- G.P.
Yours will always be my favorite doctors' office. It doesn't hurt that my Dr. Ola is the absolute best also....
- C.L.
It's got to be very difficult to improve upon excellence... I guess continue to keep up the excellent work you do. Thank you to the entire Colchester Eye Care Staff....
- J.R.
I was very please with my care and service....
- K.C.
I love my eye doctor's office. I'm always treated with respect even when I'm a bad non compliant patient...
- E.T.
YOU ARE PERFECT!!! BEST CARE EVER. WOULD NOT GO ANYWHERE ELSE...
- E.Z.
This was my first experience with Colchester Eye Care and I was beyond pleased with the courtesy and knowledge of the staff from the moment I walked in the door. I will definitely be returning for all of my eye care needs and will be referring all of my friends...
- J.P.
No need to Improve--everything is at its best....
- R.M.
Very well run efficient office...
- R.K.
Perfect as you are...
- S.J.
We do not know how to improve upon perfection...
- R.S.
Everything was great...
- L.M.
Keep doing what you are doing !!!...
- D.K.
Very happy to trust my vision to the staff at Colchester Eye Care. :)...
- J.D.
Keep doing what you're doing!...
- R.G.
Staff very prompt and courteous at both the Hebron(exam) and Colchester(testing) offices....
- R.K.
Great office!...
- R.D.
I really can't think of any way to improve the service I receive. I believe this to be the best care I have ever received to date....
- J.A.
Thank you. Finally feel like my eye care will be appropriate, thorough and awesome! Wonderful 1st visit!...
- E.G.
I am very pleased with the care I receive. I am lucky to have you taking care of my eyes....
- G.T.
Great environment. Friendly staff! Comfortable with testing and follow up with doctor. Thanks to all -keep up good work!...
- Anonymous
All is great....
- M.L.
I caanot say enough wonderful things about your office staff and doctors! How wonderful to have the doctor come out and bring you in for your appointment and complete your entire exam. I was very impressed and would highly recommend the doctors office to everyone!...
- C.M.
When I came in for my contact appointment I had the most patient and caring woman help to help teach me how to use them. I think her name was Keriann or something close to that. She was so patient with me and walked me through it step by step...
- S.P.
As in every visit, I received outstanding service. Staff was friendly, informed, and went over and above to help me. Couldn't ask for anything more. It is always a pleasure coming in for an appt. Tom Dempsey is the best!...
- G.H.
Dr. Dempsey is a remarkable physician, well trained and fluid i n all aspects of eye care. He is also a thoughtful, compassionate doctor who is reassuring and sensitive to his patients needs. The staff of Colchester Eye Care are unusually pleasant and cooperative. It is a pleasure to visit...
- Joanna L.
I have not seen Dr. Sadanowicz before. I liked her very much and she explained things very well. I have always had good care at your practice and our entire family goes there. Thank you!...
- D.P
Dr Dempsey is a wonderful caring doctor to my husband Rob and myself. We wouldn't trade him for anyone !...
- P.P.
Love Colchester Eye Care!...
- K.O.
Entire staff is courteous and professional....
- S.G.
Several changes/ improvements in the past year are markedly noticeable...great staff, great overall service. I drive 45 minutes to goto this eye care center. It's worth it!...
- J.M.
You folks are awesome. I appreciate what you do!...
- J.L.
Appreciate the thorough exam, that is very important and the time for the thorough exam, by not rushing thru and taking the time to do so. Thank you very much....
- R.A.
Dr. Dempsey and his staff are always the best with our family. They are very accommodating , professional and super friendly!...
- J.W.
I just wanted to say what a pleasant experience my eye appointment and exam has been! I felt that other than my dilated eyes and a picture perfect blue sky day (i.e. lots of sun) that I left your office well informed and confident that I am good for another...
- L.PT
Keep doing what you're doing. Fabulous job- you're a great business for our little town!...
- L.A.
Having worked in front desk and client service roles for most of my life I know there is always room for constructive criticism but from walking in to set up an appointment to the appointment itself I was more than pleased. A group of people that seem to like and...
- I.P.
Welcome toColchester Eye Care and Hebron Eye Care
Eyes are important indicators of overall health, and comprehensive eye care goes beyond a prescription for glasses or contact lenses. At Colchester Eye Care and Hebron Eye Care, we take the time to get to know you, your eye care history, and your vision needs. Our optometrists provide the expert care, advice, options, and follow up you need whether you are a new patient or an existing one.
Looking for an Optometrist in Colchester and Hebron, CT?
Our optometrists take the time to explain the results of your eye exam, describe your options and listen to your eye care needs.
Because maintaining good eye health is an ongoing partnership, we encourage you to ask questions and share your health information, which could be vital to monitoring, diagnosing and treating potential vision problems.
Great Eyewear and Eye Care in Colchester and Hebron
From our offices in Colchester and Hebron, our Practices serves patients from Connecticut’s New London and Tolland Counties – schedule an appointment today. If you have a moment, please give us your feedback about our site and your experiences with our Practice.
Q&A
Answers To Your Eye Care Questions
Q: Do you have any recommendations for people to help them avoid Dry Eye issues?
A. Drinking plenty of water, maintaining a healthy diet, keeping your environment as moist as possible–perhaps using humidifiers during winter months, avoid direct air ventilation to the eyes (fans/driving), ensure you are blinking often and completely, take breaks when working on computers or digital devices, and routine check ups with your eye doctor 🙂
Focus Your Attention On These Key Areas
Our staff will help you find the best fit for your specific needs and explain how different lenses and frames will impact your vision.
Advanced Technology
Learn about the different types of tests and equipment you may experience on a visit to our Practice.
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Learn about eye exams, what’s involved in a comprehensive exam, and special considerations for kids and contacts.
Aug 13, 2017
What’s it like to be color blind? Contrary to what the name implies, color blindness usually does not actually mean that you don’t see any color, but rather that you have difficulty perceiving or distinguishing between certain colors. This is why many prefer the term color vision deficiency or CVD...
Jul 26, 2017
On August 21st, for the first time since 1979, a solar eclipse will be visible across North America. What's even more historic is that it will also be the first time an eclipse will be visible across the continent, from coast to coast, since 1918. If you want to bear...
Jul 12, 2017
Light sensitivity, also known as photophobia, is a condition in which bright light - either natural sunlight or artificial light - can cause significant discomfort, pain and intolerance. People that experience light sensitivity will find themselves needing to close their eyes or squint when exposed to light and often experience...
Jun 26, 2017
What Exactly Is a Black Eye? A black eye, also known as a periorbital hematoma, is usually not an injury of the actual eye (which is why it is called “periorbital”- around the eye). It typically occurs when there is an injury to the face or the eye socket which...
Colchester Eye Care and Hebron Eye Care are leading the way in Dry Eye Treatment! We offer solutions from behavior changes to – Prokera®, the latest and best treatment for severe dry eyes.
Drs. Dempsey, Sadanowicz and Wedeking specialize in treating dry eye including severe dry eye. Severe dry eye can impact your life in many ways including making tasks like reading, watching tv, working on computers and driving difficult and/or tiring, it can also lead to eye infection and corneal scarring.
Prokera is a new treatment option for severe dry eye. It is a natural corneal healing lens, that helps return the surface of the eye to a normal healthy state.
Prokera is inserted and removed by a doctor in either Colchester Eye Care or Hebron Eye Care in a manner similar to contacts. Prokera renews the surface of the eye. Clinical studies show that Prokera not only helps sooth pain, but it heals the eye and improves vision. In a clinical survey, 93% of patients that used Prokera for dry eye said they felt better after treatment.
IN THE US ALONE, 2.7 MILLION PEOPLE SUFFER FROM SEVERE DRY EYE SYNDROME. DR. DEMPSEY, DR. SADANOWICZ, OR DR. WEDEKING CAN HELP!!! MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO DISCUSS PROKERA TODAY.