The Optical Center of Bay Ridge


Contact Us:
Phone: 718-680-2020
Fax: 718-680-5771
8310 5th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11209
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Located on 5th Ave between 83rd and 84th street in the heart of Bay Ridge. We are three blocks from the 86th station of the R train and 2 blocks from municipal parking.


Hours:
Tue, Thu 11:00 am - 7:30 pm
Wed, Sat 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri 11:00 am - 5:30 pm

Call for an appointment for an eye examination.

Our office conveniently sees patient 2 nights/week on Tuesday and Thursday nights.

No appointment necessary to select eyewear or to pickup glasses or contact lenses.

Please call at least 24 hours in advance if possible if you are unable to make an appointment



Our Services

Services

Computer assisted eye exams including automated refraction and spectacle lens evaluation using the latest in automated refraction technology.

Contact lens fittings of soft, gas permeable, single vision and bifocal lenses. Dr. Ganz is pleased to be one a select group of providers certified to dispense the clear kone specialty contact lenses for the condition known as keratoconus. Call for more information.

Visual field testing

Frame styling to compliment your lifestyle.
Personal evaluation of visual needs to determine the best lens style and materials for your particular needs.

Facilities and Equipment

In-Office Laboratory with same day service depending on the prescription. Contact Lens Service
Large selection of frames for all members of the family at all prices. We carry over 1000 designer frames including Gucci, Prada, Armani, ProDesign, Lafont, Coach. We specialize in fitting progressive lens fittings and treatments including the Varilux Physio lenses and Crizal Antireflective lenses

Dr. Ganz is pleased to be one a select group of providers certified to dispense the clear kone specialty contact lenses for the condition known as keratoconus. Call for information.

Types of Payment Accepted

We accept Cash, Personal Checks, American Express®, MasterCard®, Visa®, Discover®, and Debit Cards.

Insurance Plans

We participate with VSP, Medicare, Medicaid, and

Our office Welcomes over 800 Optical Plans Including:
32 BJ, Health Plus, Davis Vision, 1199, NYC District Council of Carpenters, Aetna, Eyefinity, Vision Screening, PBA, Firefighters, NYC Management Benefits Fund, Oxford Commercial and Medicare, CSEA, United Healthcare, Child Health Plus, Verizon, Iron workers, CSA, NOITU, PEF, Goldman Sachs, MTA management, and many more...

. Check with our staff if you have other types of coverage.

Languages Spoken

Our staff speaks Chinese, English, and Spanish.

EyeGlass Guide

EyeGlass Guide will help you better understand the many lens choices available to you. This on-line tool will guide you through a series of questions about you, your lifestyle and your specific eyewear needs. At the end, you'll receive eyewear suggestions specifically tailored to meet your needs. EyeGlass Guide brought to you by Transitions®
   Eye Glass Guide - English

Photochromic Demonstrations

View an instant demonstration of Transitions® photochromic technology. See how lenses darken and fade back to clear to provide continual visual comfort and protection. Demonstrations brought to you by Transitions®
   Interactive Demonstration of Transitions® lenses
   Interactive Demonstration of Transitions® lenses in different environments