Optometry

At Clinica Sierra Vista, we know how vision care costs prevent many people in the communities we serve from seeing an optometrist when they need to do so. For that reason, we’re proud to provide low-cost eye exams and optometry services in Fresno and Bakersfield.

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Affordable, Comprehensive Eye Exams in Fresno and Bakersfield

Yearly eye exams are an essential step to protect both your eye health and vision. People of all ages should get regular exams, even if they think they have perfect vision. During your appointment, an optometrist will conduct tests to assess your ability to see clearly while also examining your eye’s physical structure to check for abnormalities.

At Clinica Sierra Vista, we’re committed to serving individuals in our community who don’t have vision insurance. We offer payments on a sliding fee scale, with the lowest payments set at $10. Families from throughout Kern and Fresno Counties come to our clinic because they know that they we truly care about their health. At our Optometry department, we prioritize your vision and ocular health through comprehensive care and advanced diagnostics.

Refractive Errors

We diagnose and manage refractive errors like myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism, providing customized solutions such as eyeglasses, contact lenses, or referrals for corrective procedures.

Comprehensive Eye Exams

Routine eye exams ensure optimal vision and assess ocular health, identifying issues early for effective management.

Diabetic Retinopathy Screening

For individuals with diabetes, we offer specialized screening and care to prevent and manage diabetic retinopathy, protecting vision.

Glaucoma Care

Our team provides thorough detection, monitoring, and ongoing treatment for glaucoma to preserve long-term eye health.

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

We evaluate and monitor AMD, offering management strategies to slow progression and maintain central vision.

Cataract Evaluation

If cataracts affect your vision, we provide evaluation and refer you to trusted specialists for surgical management when needed.

Ocular Allergies

Relief from eye allergies is a focus of our care, using targeted treatments to alleviate discomfort and improve quality of life.

Pediatric Vision Care


We specialize in pediatric vision screening and treatment for conditions like amblyopia (“lazy eye”) and strabismus (misalignment), supporting your child’s visual development.

Systemic Medication Monitoring

For patients on medications like Plaquenil or steroids, we monitor for ocular side effects to safeguard your vision.

Contact Lens Services

Our team offers evaluations and fittings to ensure comfort and optimal vision correction with contact lenses tailored to your needs.

Vision Therapy

We provide therapy for binocular vision disorders, enhancing coordination and function for clear, comfortable sight.

Our optometry services are designed to address all aspects of your eye care with precision, compassion, and expertise.


Who Should See An Optometrist?

Children

It’s vital for your child to see an optometrist if their school recommends they have a more comprehensive vision exam. Addressing your child’s vision issues promptly can significantly improve their quality of life, help boost their grades in school, and set them up for future success in life. Our knowledgeable optometrists understand how children can be quite anxious at an eye exam and want to “impress” their doctor by having perfect vision, but we can put your child at ease. By starting young and having a positive experience at the eye doctor’s office, they’ll continue getting routine eye exams for life.

Seniors

Vision tends to change over time, just like other parts of your body, so it’s also important for adults aged 65 and older to have routine eye exams. If you are struggling to see, prescription eyeglasses can relieve the frustration you feel from trying to find a cheap pair of eyeglasses you’d find at a convenience store or supermarket. Maintaining your vision for as long as possible will also help you feel more socially connected. Staying connected and active is key to preventing or minimizing diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer’s.

Individuals With Diabetes

Annual eye exams are essential for individuals with diabetes, too, because people with diabetes are at a higher risk of vision loss. Regular checkups with an optometrist will detect early signs of diabetic eye disease. Early detection of this potentially devastating condition is critical to maintaining eye health. If you have diabetes and haven’t had an eye exam in the last year, please contact us today to schedule an appointment.

Taking care of your eyes isn’t just about correcting your vision with glasses or contacts. Eye exams include checking the health of your retina and the blood vessels surrounding it. These blood vessels can hold valuable insight into your overall physical health, too, because certain conditions are apparent in specific eye diseases like diabetes.


Prescription Eyeglasses Starting at $50, Including Glasses & Frames

If you’ve had past eye exams but couldn’t afford prescription eyeglasses or contacts the doctor recommended, we understand your frustration. Eyewear can be expensive, especially if you need multifocal lenses or special lens coatings, not to mention, the frames of the glasses are typically not included in the price of the eyeglasses. That’s why even some people who do have vision insurance often can’t afford glasses or contacts.

At Clinica Sierra Vista, our low-cost eyeglasses and contacts are affordable. We will work with you to ensure you get the vision correction you need. Glasses start at $50, including lenses and frames. This is much more affordable than buying glasses without insurance or through a coverage vision plan that leaves you underinsured. We even accept prescriptions from other eye doctors to provide lower-cost eyeglasses.


Affordable Vision Care for Insured and Uninsured Patients

Whether you have vision insurance or not, you likely know from experience that eye exams can be expensive. At Clinica Sierra Vista, we believe that the cost of care shouldn’t prevent anyone from getting the best vision care possible. We work with insurance companies and uninsured individuals to meet the eye care needs of our community. Please don’t hesitate to call us just because you’re concerned that you might not be able to pay for an eye exam or glasses.

If you do have vision insurance, we’ll bill your insurance company and will help you understand what costs your plan covers. We accept many different types of insurance including:

  • Medicare
  • Medi-Cal
  • Health Net
  • Kern Family Health Care
  • And more

Call us at (661) 635-3050 to learn more and set up your appointment for yourself or your child.