Naval Hospital Bremerton Optometry Clinic
Optometry (not found in sources) • Bremerton, WA
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Last gathered July 11, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
About
Naval Hospital Bremerton's Optometry Clinic in Bremerton, WA provides routine eye exams, diabetic eye exams, glaucoma screening exams, school vision exams for children age 7 and older, and refractive surgery screenings for active duty personnel. The clinic accepts active duty, retirees with TRICARE coverage, drilling reservists, and active-duty family members on a space-available basis and offers glasses ordering and repair services.
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
Eligible retirees with TRICARE Prime, Standard and TRICARE For Life coverage do not need a referral to call the Puget Sound Military Appointment Center appointment line.
Walk-ins welcome for glasses ordering and repairs during normal clinic hours
Languages Spoken
Not published.
Pricing
FAQs
Do retirees need a referral for eye exams?
Eligible retirees do not need a referral to call appointment line and request an eye exam.
Hours of operation
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 0730-1600; Closed Holidays.
Social Media
Photos
Photos published by Naval Hospital Bremerton Optometry Clinic showing the optometry (not found in sources) practice in Bremerton, WA.
What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- localitybiz.com (Bremerton Naval Eye Clinic): 5 stars (single anecdotal review) (1)
- Yelp (Naval Hospital Bremerton overall): Not specified (aggregate not provided) (23 reviews)
Patients praise
- Optometry clinic noted for short wait times and informative, patient care in specific anecdotal reports
- Convenience of same-day fabrication and fitting for most new eyeglasses
- Modern, stylish frame options available for military personnel
- General appreciation for the facility's comfort and environment by some long-term patients
Common complaints
- Broad institutional concerns regarding healthcare staffing shortages and provider availability at Naval Hospital Bremerton
- Reports of long wait times for various hospital services
- Challenges navigating care for patients transitioned to the civilian health system due to staffing cutbacks
- Variable staff expertise and knowledge gaps reported in some instances
- Overall frustration from some long-term patients regarding the decline in the range and ease of access to services compared to historical standards
"The wait was short, and the doctor was patient and very informative. And we were able to pick up the new glasses the next day with no issues."
- localitybiz.com review of Bremerton Naval Eye Clinic"I really do like the Naval Hospital, they have always been good to my family and very helpful... I know that some think the wait is long for many things but if you consider the number of people they see it is really not."
- localitybiz.com review of Naval Hospital Bremerton"It took me a couple times to work with the right people who can do the perfect work that doesn’t require rework. Had to fill out some paperwork myself too. Not all staff members know the same thing."
- localitybiz.com review of Naval Hospital Bremerton (Ophthalmology service)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. David B. Whitemarsh, OD - Optometrist in Bremerton, WA - Jun 11, 2026
- Keeping an Eye on Vision Health With TRICARE - Impact Federal Health - Jul 28, 2025
- Puget Sound Military Health System Launches Guidebook To Simplify TRICARE Access - TrustedHealthGuides.com - Jun 25, 2026
- Why changes to military insurance may affect all healthcare consumers in Kitsap - Mar 4, 2026
- A Candid Talk with Dr. Stephen Ferrara at Naval Hospital Bremerton - DHA.mil - Jul 16, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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