
Groton Eye Center
Ophthalmology / Eye Care • Groton, CT • Since 1999
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About
Groton Eye Center is a Groton, CT-based medical practice offering comprehensive eye care for adults and children. Led by Dr. Marc Kallinen, it provides in-house eyewear, advanced optometry and ophthalmology services, LASIK consultation and co-management, and uses modern diagnostic technology. The practice operates three offices in Groton (HQ at 1041 Poquonnock Rd) and employs about 5 staff. Contact: 860-445-1000; email office@grotoneyecenter.com. Website: grotoneyecenter.com.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye: 4.1/5 stars (126 reviews)
- Yahoo Local: 3.5/5 stars (6 reviews (Yahoo Local))
- Yelp: Not explicitly stated as an average, but noted with 13 reviews (13 reviews)
Patients praise
- Thorough and knowledgeable clinical care from the optometrist
- Helpful, friendly, and patient optical staff (specifically mentioned staff members)
- Efficient and organized office environment
- Good experience with selecting frames and fitting lenses
Common complaints
- Aggressive and mandatory sign-in or data collection processes
- Billing issues and difficulties with administrative staff
- Intrusive contact for marketing or follow-up purposes
"The Groton Eye Center provides exceptional service and care. Dr. Fretto is highly recommended for her friendly and knowledgeable approach. The optical staff are patient and helpful in finding the perfect glasses."
- Loc8NearMe"Please do not go to this office. The Front Desk agressively requires you to provide your contact information. IT IS MANDATORY. The management team than requires us to contact you two to three times."
- Yahoo Local (user review)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
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- ReFocus Eye Health Partners with The Eye Center and Renowned Surgeon Dr. Ayman Boutros - Aug 1, 2025
- Eyes on Litchfield Introduces Expanded Preventive Eye Health Services in Torrington, CT - Mar 3, 2026
- Dr. Carissa L. Novotny, OD - Optometrist in East Hartford, CT - May 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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