# Hindsight Eye Care

> Hindsight Eye Care is an optometry practice in The Villages, Florida, open since 2007. Dr. James A. Russell, OD, a Board Certified Optometric Physician, provides complete eye exams, and the office sells eyeglasses and contact lenses with an on-site 1-hour optical lab.

## Key facts

- Address: 2478 Burnsed Blvd, The Villages, FL 32163. Location: Pinellas Plaza (Winn-Dixie shopping center), near the corner of Powell Road and Burnsed Blvd
- Phone: (352) 399-5412
- Email: TheVillages@HindSightEyeCare.com
- Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday – Sunday Closed
- Book an eye exam: https://hindsighteyecare.com/book-your-eye-exams/
- Provider: Dr. James A. Russell, OD (Board Certified Optometric Physician)
- New patients welcome. Serves The Villages, Lady Lake, Oxford, Summerfield, Orange Blossom Gardens, Weirsdale, Wildwood, Belleview, Silver Springs Shores, Ocklawaha, Marion Oaks, Leesburg, Fruitland Park, Okahumpka, Lake Panasoffkee, Yalaha, Tavares and nearby communities.
- Insurance: see https://hindsighteyecare.com/vision-insurance-in-the-villages/. CareCredit is accepted.

## Services

- [Complete Eye Exams](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam/): Vision, eye pressure and eye health, with a digital retinal scan.
- [Eyeglasses & Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses/): Thousands of frames, designer brands and prescription sunglasses.
- [1-Hour Optical Lab](https://hindsighteyecare.com/optical-hindsight-eyecare-1-hour-optical/): Glasses made on site, most ready the same day.
- [Contact Lenses](https://hindsighteyecare.com/contact-lenses/): Contact lens exams, fittings and same-day refills.
- [Eyeglass Lenses](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglass-lenses/): Single vision, bifocal, trifocal, progressive and Transitions, made in our lab.
- [Diabetic Eye Exams](https://hindsighteyecare.com/diabetic-eye-exam/): eye exams for people with diabetes
- [Dry Eye Treatment](https://hindsighteyecare.com/dry-eye-treatment/): care for dry, irritated eyes

## About and contact

- [Our Team](https://hindsighteyecare.com/hindsight-about-us/): Dr. James A. Russell, OD (Board Certified Optometric Physician); Ibrahim Salman (Optician · ABOC, NCLEC); LaDonna Olson (Licensed Dispensing Optician · LDO, ABOC, NCLEC, FNAO); Mohammed (Optician · ABOC); Yuly (Licensed Dispensing Optician · LDO, ABOC, NCLEC); Emily (Licensed Dispensing Optician · LDO, ABOC, NCLEC); Sam (Optical Lab Manager); Kayla (Optical Lab Technician)
- [Google Reviews](https://hindsighteyecare.com/google-reviews/): patient reviews
- [Contact Us](https://hindsighteyecare.com/contact-hindsight-eyecare/): map, hours and directions
- [What to Bring to Your Eye Exam](https://hindsighteyecare.com/what-to-bring-to-your-eye-exam/)
- [FAQs](https://hindsighteyecare.com/faqs/)

## Local and service pages

- [The Villages Eye Care, Close to Home](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-care-the-villages/): The Villages eye care since 2007: eye exams, eyeglasses, contact lenses and our own 1-hour optical lab in Pinellas Plaza. Book your visit today.
- [Belleview Eye Exams at Hindsight Eye Care](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-belleview/): Belleview eye exams at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Fruitland Park Eye Exams at Hindsight Eye Care](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-fruitland-park/): Fruitland Park eye exams at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Lady Lake Eye Exams at Hindsight Eye Care](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-lady-lake/): Lady Lake eye exams at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Lake Panasoffkee Eye Exams at Hindsight Eye Care](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-lake-panasoffkee-fl/): Lake Panasoffkee eye exams at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Leesburg Eye Exams at Hindsight Eye Care](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-leesburg-fl/): Leesburg eye exams at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Marion Oaks Eye Exams at Hindsight Eye Care](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-marion-oaks/): Marion Oaks eye exams at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Ocklawaha Eye Exams at Hindsight Eye Care](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-ocklawaha-fl/): Ocklawaha eye exams at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Okahumpka Eye Exams at Hindsight Eye Care](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-okahumpka-fl/): Okahumpka eye exams at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Orange Blossom Gardens Optometrist: Eye Exams](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-orange-blossom-gardens/): Orange Blossom Gardens optometrist at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Oxford Eye Exams at Hindsight Eye Care](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-oxford-fl/): Oxford eye exams at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Silver Springs Shores Optometrist: Eye Exams](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-silver-springs-shores-fl/): Silver Springs Shores optometrist at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Summerfield Eye Exams at Hindsight Eye Care](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-summerfield/): Summerfield eye exams at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Tavares Eye Exams at Hindsight Eye Care](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-tavares-fl/): Tavares eye exams at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [The Villages Eye Doctor for Eye Exams](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-the-villages/): The Villages eye doctor at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Weirsdale Eye Exams at Hindsight Eye Care](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-weirsdale/): Weirsdale eye exams at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Wildwood Eye Exams at Hindsight Eye Care](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-wildwood-fl/): Wildwood eye exams at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Yalaha Eye Exams at Hindsight Eye Care](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eye-exam-for-yalaha-fl/): Yalaha eye exams at Hindsight Eye Care: full exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, contacts and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Belleview Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-belleview/): Belleview eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Fruitland Park Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-fruitland-park/): Fruitland Park eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Lady Lake Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-lady-lake-fl/): Lady Lake eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Lake Panasoffkee Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-lake-panasoffkee/): Lake Panasoffkee eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Leesburg Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-leesburg/): Leesburg eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Marion Oaks Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-marion-oaks/): Marion Oaks eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Ocklawaha Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-ocklawaha/): Ocklawaha eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Okahumpka Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-okahumpka/): Okahumpka eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Orange Blossom Gardens Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-orange-blossom-gardens/): Orange Blossom Gardens eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Oxford Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-oxford/): Oxford eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Silver Springs Shores Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-silver-spring-shores/): Silver Springs Shores eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Summerfield Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-summerfield/): Summerfield eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Tavares Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-tavares/): Tavares eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Eyeglass Store in The Villages, FL](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-the-villages/): Eyeglass store in The Villages: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Eyeglasses Near The Villages and Nearby Communities](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-the-villages-and-nearby-communities/): Eyeglasses near The Villages and nearby communities: designer frames, eye exams and same-day glasses from our 1-hour lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Weirsdale Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-weirsdale/): Weirsdale eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Wildwood Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-wildwood/): Wildwood eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Yalaha Eyeglasses and Designer Frames](https://hindsighteyecare.com/eyeglasses-yalaha/): Yalaha eyeglasses: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Lady Lake Eye Care at Hindsight Eye Care](https://hindsighteyecare.com/lady-lake-fl/): Lady Lake eye care for the whole family: eye exams, contact lenses and eyeglasses, with 1-hour glasses in The Villages. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [1-Hour Optical Lab in The Villages, FL](https://hindsighteyecare.com/optical-hindsight-eyecare-1-hour-optical/): Our 1-hour optical lab in The Villages, FL makes most glasses on site, same day. Frames, lenses and fitting in one visit. Call (352) 399-5412 to book.
- [Oxford FL optical store: Eyeglasses and Eye Exams](https://hindsighteyecare.com/oxford-fl-eyeglasses/): Oxford FL optical store: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Summerfield optical store: Eyeglasses and Eye Exams](https://hindsighteyecare.com/summerfield-eyeglasses/): Summerfield optical store: designer frames, Transitions lenses and sunglasses, many made in our 1-hour optical lab. Call (352) 399-5412.
- [Senior Eye Care in The Villages, FL](https://hindsighteyecare.com/the-villages-fl/): Senior eye care in The Villages, FL since 2007: eye exams, glaucoma and cataract checks, glasses and contacts. Call (352) 399-5412 to book.
- [Wildwood Florida Eye Care, Close to The Villages](https://hindsighteyecare.com/wildwood-florida/): Wildwood Florida eye care, a short drive from The Villages: eye exams, eyeglasses, contact lenses and 1-hour glasses. Call (352) 399-5412 to book.

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I get an eye exam near me?**
You can visit a local eye care provider like Hindsight Eye Care, conveniently located in The Villages, Florida, at the Pinellas Shopping Center.

**Where can I buy eyeglasses near me?**
You can shop for eyeglasses at Hindsight Eye Care, located in The Villages, Florida, at the Pinellas Shopping Center. We offer the largest selection of men’s and women’s glasses in The Villages and nearby communities.

**Where can I get one-hour eyeglasses?**
Visit Hindsight Eye Care, located at the Pinellas Shopping Center in The Villages. We specialize in fast, high-quality eyeglass service, often in just one hour.

**Can I get same-day contact lenses?**
At Hindsight Eye Care in The Villages, FL, we can often fill your contact lens prescription the same day if you already have a valid one. Bring in your current prescription, and our team will help you find the right lenses quickly and comfortably.

**Who has the largest supply of eyeglasses in The Villages, FL?**
Hindsight Eye Care and 1 Hour Optical has thousands of eyeglasses in stock, making them top contenders for the largest selection in The Villages.

**Are glasses cheaper than contacts?**
Yes, glasses are usually more affordable over time. Contacts need regular replacements and solution. At Hindsight Eye Care in The Villages, we’ll help you choose the best option for your budget and lifestyle.

**What’s better, eyeglasses or contacts?**
It depends on your needs. Glasses are easier to maintain, while contacts offer a wider field of vision. At Hindsight Eye Care in The Villages, we’ll help you decide what’s best for your lifestyle.

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