History
We are one of oldest continuing optometry practices in the United States with a long history of innovation driving patient care. Our doctors were some of the first to fit soft contact lenses in the city of Boston. They have been pivotal in generating contact lens designs and are pioneers in the area of dry eye with several products on the market currently and examination techniques that have been adopted worldwide. Our legacy of research combined with excellence in clinical care provides a unique patient experience.
Specialties
At Korb & Associates, in the heart of Back Bay in Boston our entire team is committed to providing advanced vision care in a professional and comfortable environment. As a longstanding practice in Boston , our primary eye cares service includes a complete eye exam that analyzes eye health and vision function. In addition to eye exams and vision testing, we provide testing for glaucoma, cataracts and macular degeneration, glasses, contact lenses, and pre- and post-operative care. Eye Exams: During a yearly or bi-yearly examination, our Boston patients will receive a patient history review, a series of vision and eye tests, assessments of eye focusing and movement, and an eye health evaluation. Our optometrist will discuss any additional testing that may be required to diagnose an eye disease or condition. Contact Lenses: Advances in the field of optometry have produced a variety of different types of contact lenses with a range of benefits. Rigid gas-permeable (RGP), daily-wear soft, extended-wear, extended-wear disposable, and planned replacement are the various types of contact lens options available today. Our Boston optometrist will discuss the various options with you to determine which type will best fit your needs and lifestyle. Lasik: LASIK, is a corrective alternative to glasses or contact lenses. Like glasses or contact lenses, LASIK is a method for treating refractive conditions including nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism.