Gentle & Compassionate Children's Eye Care in Hummelstown!

We all want what's best for our kids, and that includes great care for their health and well-being. Taking excellent care of their vision should be a high priority, along with routine pediatric doctor visits!

When your child gets his or her routine eye exam, we are able to pinpoint any symptoms, make a diagnosis, and start treatment....before any issue turns into something serious. The routine eye exam is also a great way to get reassurance that your son or daughter is taking proper care of their eye health!

When Should a Child's First Eye Exam Be?

Actually, at Kirman Eye, we recommend kids getting their first eye exam between 6 and 12 months of age. After this visit, we then suggest exams at age 3 and age 5 (or yearly if needed).

Furthermore, Kirman Eye actively participates in the InfantSEE Program, which allows babies from 6 months to 12 months old obtain a free eye exam. Contact us at 717-566-3216 to learn more!

Eye Exams & Eyewear for Kids

It is always best to catch problems before they become something serious. During the exam, if we find an area of concern, we commonly detect and diagnose eye problems using the Optomap Retinal Exam for Kids.

As a result of the eye exam, if your son or daughter needs corrective lenses, prescription lenses, sunglasses, or safety eyewear, we have several kid's eyewear selections in our optical boutique! One of our trained optical boutique team members can help you and your child determine eye care needs and eyewear styles.

To take care of your kid's vision the best way possible, be sure to schedule regular optometry exams. Our friendly, caring doctors are passionate about eye care...call us today!

Looking For Eyeglasses or Sunglasses Near Hummelstown, Hershey, or Harrisburg? Shop Our Optical Boutique!

Have you been searching for that perfect pair of sunglasses?

Need eyeglasses to suit your everyday style? Shopping for a gift for that special someone?

These are just some of the MANY reasons to come shop at our optical boutique at Kirman Eye! We are a close drive from Palmyra, Elizabethtown, and even Lemoyne!

We also offer a 2nd pair discount after you buy your first pair. With over 900 designer frames, you might just need to take advantage of this eyewear discount!

If you have any questions at all, feel free to call our office. Don't forget....you do NOT need an appointment to shop around our optical boutique...just walk in!!

Eye Exams for Contact Lenses From Our Technician

Do you know that almost anyone can wear contact lenses?

Regardless of whether you're diagnosed with near sightedness, far sightedness, astigmatism, presbyopia (requiring bifocals) or even keratoconus — Kirman Eye can help you make the transition to contact lenses.

Meet Angie Shireman, Our Knowledgeable Contact Lens Technician!

Angie is here to assist you with all of your contact lens needs! She advises patients on how to best take care of their lenses.

If needed, she provides thorough instructions for proper lens care and handling. Angie also performs new contact lens fittings.

Types of Contact Lenses

There are several types of lenses to match your eye care needs. After receiving a thorough eye exam, Angie will be able to determine which contact lens is best for you.

Here are a few of the contact lenses offered at our optometry office:

• • Soft lenses
• • Hard lenses
• • Speciality lenses
• • Paragon CRT® (Corneal Refractive Therapy)
• • Continuous wear contact lenses (an alternative to LASIK surgery)
• • Special prescriptions: Bifocals & torics

If you have any questions about contact lenses, or you'd like to schedule your appointment, call Kirman Eye today at 717-566-3216!

7 Reasons to Shop at Our Optical Boutique-- Near Hershey & Harrisburg!

Looking for designer eyewear or sunglasses in the Hummelstown area (near Hershey and Harrisburg)? Look no further....the Kirman Eye optical boutique has what you need!

Why Shop at Our Optical Boutique?

1. Our year-round special offer/discount: Buy 1 pair of frames and get the 2nd pair at a discounted price! We also offer additional discounts and specials throughout the year...check out our Facebook page often!

2. You can shop for your ENTIRE family. We offer eyeglasses and sunglasses for children and adults.

3. Choose among our selection of eyewear accessories and eye care products.

4. HUGE selection of designer frames....over 900 frames!! We also carry fit overs, protective eyewear, sports glasses, and sunglasses.

5. Our friendly, knowledgeable optical staff will assist you in your selection!

6. Our optical lab that produces ALL of our glasses is on site---this cuts down significantly on turnaround time and wait time for you!

7. If you need your glasses repaired OR you need to replace the nose pads, we can do that, too-- no appointment necessary.


If you're in the Hummelstown area, stop by and browse our selections. There's no need for an appointment if you'd like to shop at the boutique!

4 Tips to Choose the Best Safety Eyewear

Every year approximately 75 million pairs of safety glasses are sold throughout the United States alone. Here at our optometry office, we provide safety eyewear to patients of all ages who need to protect their eyes.

When deciding the type that's right for you, we take into account many variables. Actually, here are 4 out of many tips for choosing the best safety eyewear:

1. 1. Choose the diopter strength that's right for you (i.e. +2.50, +2.00, +1.50, +1.00). Our trained optometrists and opticians will help you understand this important component. We will perform a diagnosis to determine what's best for you.


2. 2. Order prescription safety glasses if you need to! We carry 3M/AO Safety and Workforce/On Guard safety glasses for optimal protection.


3. 3. Determine the reason why you need safety eyeglasses. This is considered a hazard assessment. Once you determine why you need safety eyewear, we can help you determine the type of eyeglass needed. Some tasks that require safety glasses include: woodworking, welding, soldering, chemical handling, dusty conditions, masonry work, furnace operations, etc.


4. 4. Choose a lens color that fits your needs. There are several types of lens colors to choose from. Each colored lens has a different functionality. We can help you choose the best color based on the application and environment you'll be exposed to.

If you need prescription or non-prescription safety glasses, contact Kirman Eye today--- your optometry office near Hershey, PA! Contact us with any questions you may have!

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Thanks For Everyone's Participation!!

Thanks to everyone who visited our Kirman Eye table at the Giant Center on Sunday, December 1st! The Teddy Bear toss was a huge success! 12,890 stuffed animals for charity!

Read the PennLive article to learn more!

3 Tips for Choosing an Optometrist!

Are you wondering how to choose an eye doctor so you can get the best care for your family? Or are you new to the Hummelstown, Hershey, or Harrisburg areas and searching for a new optometrist?

Well, we're going to give you some tips to guide you in the right direction!

Tips on How to Choose an Eye Doctor

1. Find an optometrist with the right credentials. Depending on the type of eye care you need, an optometrist,

optician, or ophthalmologist may be right for you. Do your research and read our future blogs to learn more about the kind of eye care specialist to suit you and your family's needs.

2. Choose an eye doctor who communicates and connects professionally well with your family. You want to feel comfortable and at ease when visiting the office and getting optical services from him or her. An eye doctor who makes you feel at ease and who also communicates your treatment plan with you is important. Choose someone who your family enjoys speaking to and trusts his or her expertise.

3. Choosing an optometrist who has several years of experience is important. Our Kirman Eye optometrists have over 45 combined years of experience in the optometry field. Dr. Gary Kirman and Dr. Stephen Baer love staying current in the field and utilizing cutting-edge optical technology in the office.

These are just a few of the many facets to consider when choosing an eye doctor for your family. Of course there may be additional qualities to consider, but this should give you a great start to making your decision.

Family Eye Care is Important

Your vision is very important to your future. Hundreds of families in the Hummelstown, Hershey, and Harrisburg areas trust our doctors with their eye care.

We also invite you to call our office to schedule your appointment or ask us any questions you may have!