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Hill Opticians & Gallagher Eyecare (Hill Opticians & Gallagher Eyecare) is a Hanover, NH-based medical practice combining Hill Opticians, Hanover’s first optical shop established in 1947, with Gallagher Eyecare Associates PLLC, an ophthalmology group offering eyecare services and contact lens exams. The practice focuses on eye health, eyewear (glasses, lenses, frames), optometry and ophthalmology services. Key details: - Founded: 1947; Headquarters: Hanover, NH - Services: eyeglass fittings, eyewear, optometry/ophthalmology care, contact lens exams - Contact: (603) 643-2400 - Online presence: hillopticians.com; LinkedIn: /hill-opticians - Web metrics: ~327 monthly visits, high bounce rate low pages per visit; US-based traffic If your goal is to find a home for optometry and eyecare in Hanover, this combined practice provides both optical retail (frames/lenses) and medical eye care through Gallagher Eyecare Associates.

Clinic Type

Optometry

Address

Downtown Hanover, NH

Phone

(603) 643-2400

Email

Opening Hours

9:00 am-5:00 pm

Emergency Care

Eye emergencies accepted at Hanover office

Services Offered

  • comprehensive eye exams
  • contact lenses
  • glasses
  • glaucoma testing
  • pre- and post-operative care
  • vision financing options
  • insurances accepted (not specified)

Team

  • Dr. Joseph Gallagher, OD, FAAO — Doctor of Optometry
  • Robert Musante, ABO Certified Optician — Owner / President
  • Ron Hill, ABO Certified Optician — Optician

Insurance & Payment

vision financing options, insurance payments

Languages Spoken

  • English

Pricing

  • Prices for lenses and exams not listed

FAQs

Do you offer vision financing options?

Yes, we offer vision financing options and work with vision insurance providers.

What services are offered?

The Hanover optometrist offers complete eye exams, contact lenses, glasses, glaucoma testing, and pre- and post-operative care.

How can I schedule an appointment?

Call our Hanover office at (603) 643-2400 or schedule an appointment online.

What are the office hours?

Regular hours listed as 9:00 am–5:00 pm (specific days not fully provided in text).

Where is Gallagher Eyecare Associates PLLC located?

53 S Main Street Hanover, NH 03755

Social Media

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive

  • Birdeye, Yelp/MapQuest: Generally 5/5 stars based on various aggregates (19 reviews on Birdeye, 8 reviews on Yelp/MapQuest)

Patients praise

  • Professional and knowledgeable optometrist
  • Helpful, courteous, and friendly staff members
  • Comprehensive eye health approach
  • Good product selection and variety of frame styles
  • Clean and well-appointed office environment

Common complaints

  • Occasional reports of rude or unprofessional staff behavior
  • Waiting times at the front desk
  • Refusal to repair glasses purchased elsewhere

"I appreciate Gallagher’s comprehensive approach to eye health, as he considers family history and existing conditions. I learned a lot about how other medical conditions can impact eye health, which is a conversation I have never had with previous providers."

Patient Review via Birdeye

"The doctor was great, and helped me get a proper..."

Patient Review via Yelp/MapQuest

"You are not allowed to bring glasses ordered online to be repaired to their store. For that reason I will be using another local optician that would be happy to have my business and help me."

Patient Review via Yelp/MapQuest

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.

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