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About Durham Family Eye Care

Since opening in 2007, Durham Family Eye Care has been dedicated to serving the Durham, CT community. Our office, located at 243 Main Street, sits at the heart of Durham near the intersection of Route 17 and Route 68. Housed in a beautiful historic home built in the 1760s, our location is listed in the History of Durham book and has been carefully preserved with guidance from the Durham Historic Society. While our exterior maintains its historic charm, the interior is equipped with state-of-the-art technology.

We pride ourselves on providing quality, patient-centered eye care and are honored to serve Durham and the surrounding communities. Our practice is built on principles of integrity, respect, and continuous improvement. We are committed to doing what is right, treating everyone with courtesy and respect, and maintaining high standards through ongoing education and technological advancements. Our dedication to excellence ensures that our patients receive the best care possible.

Our growth has been accompanied by laughter, friendships, prosperity, and a fantastic team who genuinely love their work. We stay updated with the latest technology to ensure the best outcomes for our patients.

We invite you to visit our office and experience the exceptional eye care you deserve.

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Meet our Eye Doctors

Frances Sites O.D.

Thomas Arnista O.D.

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Lynn S. - Apr 15, 2026

Durham Family Eye Care is Top Notch. Highly recommend Great customer service and follow through

Stacey F. - Apr 14, 2026

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Our Eye Care Services at Durham Family Eye Care in Durham, Connecticut

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LASIK Co-Management

LASIK and refractive surgery are great ways to say goodbye to contacts and glasses for good. Find out if you're a good candidate.

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Cataract Surgery Co-Management

If cataracts go untreated, they can cause total blindness in the affected eye. We can help with co-management of your cataract removal surgery.

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Glaucoma Treatment

Over 50% of people living with glaucoma don't know they have the disease as it shows no symptoms. Early detection and treatment can prevent blindness.

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Eyeglasses & Frames

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Designer Frames

Our extensive optical section offers a wide variety of eyeglass frames in every style, material & design. Come visit us today to see for yourself!

Sunglasses

Our expert optical team can find just the right pair of glasses for you to be confident and look your best.

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Lens Treatments

Lens coatings improve visual comfort, make it easier to clean your glasses and ensure your lenses last longer. Coatings include anti-scratch, anti-reflective, photochromatic and UV / blue light filters.

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Contact Lenses

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Contact Lens Fitting

We offer a wide range of contact lens options from dailies, monthly to multifocal contact lenses for crystal clear vision and superior comfort.

Contact Lens Eye Exam

During a contact lens exam, your eye doctor will check if you are a good candidate for contacts and find the best type of contacts for your needs.

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