# AEG Metropolitan Optical - 18th Street

> At our state-of-the-art optometry practice, our mission is to preserve, restore, and enhance the vision of every member of your family. With over 80+ years of combined experience, we are committed to providing compassionate and personalized eye care to our Washington, D.C., community. Our #1 priority is to provide our patients with the best possible eye care and vision correction. Our expert staff will take the time to discuss different types of eyeglass lenses, contact lens selections, and frame styles to improve your vision. We will be happy to answer any questions and supply you with the most up-to-date information to ensure your eye health.

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## Services Offered

- Dry Eyes
- Comprehensive Eye Exams
- Contact Lens Exams
- Emergency Eye Care
- Astigmatism Treatment
- Cataract Surgery Co-Management
- Presbyopia Treatment
- Senior Vision
- LASIK & Refractive Surgery Co-Management

## Insurance Plans Accepted

- VSP
- Davis Vision
- EyeMed
- Aetna
- Care First

## Our Eye Doctors

- [Dr. Kristin Stupiansky](https://www.metropolitanoptical-18thstreet.com/team/dr-kristin-stupiansky/?ref=llms)

## Our Location

### Metropolitan Optical – 18th Street

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Full-scope Optometry practice with a boutique optical.

- Address: 919 18th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20006
- Phone: (202) 467-5555

**Hours:**
- Monday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed

**Special Hours:**
- 2026-11-26: Closed
- 2026-11-27: Closed
- 2026-12-25: Closed

**Features:**
- Shop Glasses - No Appointment Needed
- Near Public Transit
- Free Wifi
- Bike Parking

**Reviews:** 4.6 stars (211 reviews)