Sterling Optical
Optometry • Hempstead, NY
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Last gathered July 11, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
About
Sterling Optical in West Hempstead, NY offers eye exams, eyeglasses, contact lenses, frame adjustments, contact lens training, designer frames, ophthalmic lenses, and prescription sunglasses. Located at 412 Hempstead Turnpike, the clinic carries popular designer brands and accepts most vision insurance plans. Walk-ins are welcome during store hours, which typically run 10am to 6pm.
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
Don’t see your insurance listed? Call this store at (516) 481-2288 to check for additional accepted insurance plans.
CareCredit, Insurance, Cash, Credit/Debit, FSA, HSA
Languages Spoken
FAQs
What are the store hours?
Store Hours: 10:00am - 6:00pm (typical); hours may vary by day.
Commitments
What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- National Optical: 4.9/5 stars (366 reviews)
- Eye-Deal Optical: 4.7/5 stars (19 reviews)
- Dr. Joseph Zupnick, OD: 5/5 stars (2 reviews)
- Sterling Optical (via Yelp/MapQuest): ~3.5/5 stars (22 reviews)
Patients praise
- Highly knowledgeable and professional optometrists
- Friendly and helpful staff in specific locations
- Thorough and patient eye exams
- Good selection of frames and personalized assistance in frame selection
Common complaints
- Reports of rude staff and poor customer service at front desk
- Complaints about opaque or unexpected billing practices
- Some concerns regarding pricing transparency compared to other options
"Unbelieveably good!! If I could adopt him, I would."
- Patient review of Dr. Joseph Zupnick"The optometrist is great here but the lady at the front desk is very rude. ... She was making every excuse in the book to not do it."
- Patient review of Cohen's Fashion Optical"Everyone is professional, sweet personality!! So friendly excellent prices too! They also have great lollipops. Great place to get your eyewear."
- Patient review of Sterling OpticalSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Howard I. Cohen, OD - Optometrist in Franklin Square, NY - May 14, 2026
- Wize Eyes voted Best Eyeglass Store - Nov 7, 2025
- Long Island Vision Care Dr. Susan Fisher | Expert Optometrist at Long Island Vision Care - Dec 10, 2025
- Business Spotlight: West and Stannish Opticians - Garden City News - Jan 16, 2026
- Dr. George Wollman, OD - Optometrist in North Bellmore, NY - Jun 11, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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