Searching for America's Best? You Found It.

Discover why Suffolk & Franklin residents choose Gatten Eye Care over national chains like America’s Best.

National Chains ☹️

❌ High-volume, assembly-line approach

❌ Limited time with eye doctor

❌ Focus on selling glasses, not health

❌ No relationship with your doctor

❌ Basic eye exams only

❌ Pressure to buy immediately

Gatten Eye Care 😎

✅ Personalized care since 1922

✅ Thorough, unhurried examinations

✅ Complete medical eye care

✅ Know you by name, not number

✅ No pressure - honest recommendations

✅ Supporting your local community

✅ Appointments Available Within a Week

Optometrists Who Truly Care

Are you searching for an optometrist near Suffolk or Franklin, Virginia who truly cares about your eye health? While we're located in nearby Franklin, VA, many Suffolk residents make the short drive to experience our personalized approach to eye care.

Our experienced optometrists take the time to thoroughly inspect your eye health, listen to your concerns, and treat you with the respect you deserve. We believe quality eye care is worth the drive from Suffolk to Franklin.

Gatten Eye Care
(757) 562-6101

Hours of Operation:

Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

100 Bailey Dr.
Franklin, VA 23851

 

To make an appointment for an eye exam, please call (757) 652-6101. No appointment is necessary to buy glasses or sunglasses in-store.

  • I wish every experience with medical appointments was as seamless as this one. I will be dropping my normal eye doctor and making this office my eye care provider for future eye exams.

    Google Review

  • Most thorough eye exam I have ever received. Staff and Dr. Gabrielle Gatten are friendly and very professional. I will return there for all future needs.

    Google Review

  • Hometown service that you will not find at many doctors... Service that can't be beat.

    Google Review

  • They really take the time with all there patients.

    Facebook Review

Family Owned & Operated

Gatten Eye Care is a family owned & operated small business that has served our community for generations.

Support local, small business; Choose Gatten Eye Care.

Our Services

  • Comprehensive Eye Exams

    Gatten Eye Care offers thorough eye exams to assess vision and detect potential heath issues. 

  • Medical Eye Care

    Beyond routine vision exams, we specialize in detecting and treating eye diseases that can affect your vision and overall eye health.

  • Eyeglasses & Contact Lenses

    Our experienced staff will help you find the right eyewear for your needs and budget.