Himmelstein Amy Dr is an optometrist in Bristol, Connecticut, serving patients with comprehensive eye care services from a private practice located at 440 N Main St Ste B. The practice offers complete eye examinations, contact lens fitting and supply, eyeglass prescriptions, and vision care for patients of all ages, including specialized services such as pre- and post-Lasik consultations and evaluations for cataracts and glaucoma. Dr. Amy Himmelstein, a licensed optometrist with over 30 years of experience, provides personalized care and is certified to diagnose and manage eye diseases. The practice accepts most major insurance plans, including VSP, Medicare, Medicaid, and Blue Cross, and maintains a patient-friendly environment focused on comfort and quality. With a perfect 5.00 rating and positive reviews, the practice is recognized for consistent, reliable service.
Dr. Amy Himmelstein earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the New England College of Optometry in 1984 after completing a Bachelor of Arts in Physics and Classical Civilizations at Connecticut College. She has practiced in Bristol since August 2001, previously working in West Hartford and Windsor. Her clinical focus includes family eye care, contact lens management, and routine vision assessments. She is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Connecticut Association of Optometrists. Dr. Himmelstein has been honored with the 2005 Silhouette Stories Eye Care Professional award and the 2011 Readers Choice Award for Best Optometrist in Bristol, reflecting her standing in the local community.
The practice is situated on North Main Street, a short walk from the Community Health Center - Bristol, located just 0.1 miles away. It is also within a few hundred feet of the Bristol Fire Department Headquarters, the Bristol Memorial Military Museum, Ingraham House theater, and West Street, a major road. The office is near North Street, a local highway, and accessible from nearby residential and commercial areas.
The practice is known for its long-standing commitment to patient-centered care, professional expertise, and accessibility to a wide range of vision services. With a strong reputation built over decades, it remains a trusted provider of eye health and corrective vision solutions in Bristol.