LASIK & Cataract Services in Surgeons Westport, CT - SightMD
Ophthalmology • Westport, CT
About
SightMD Connecticut is a private eye-care practice serving central Connecticut with multiple locations and a range of services, including LASIK, cataract surgery, macular/diabetic eye care, glaucoma, dry eye management, and ophthalmic plastic surgery. The CT division (formerly Fichman Eye Center) operates 4 clinics and an ambulatory surgery center with 7 ophthalmic surgeons and specialists. Key locations in Hartford, New Britain, Manchester, and Torrington support comprehensive eye exams, LASIK and refractive surgery, cataract procedures, retina care, and general ophthalmology. The practice emphasizes using advanced technology and patient-focused care. If you’re seeking LASIK or cataract services, SightMD Connecticut offers experienced surgeons and a range of eye-care options at its Connecticut sites.
Clinic Type
Ophthalmology
Address
Kings Highway North, Westport, CT
Phone
Fax: 203-226-6718
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Opening Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye/Google: 4.9/5 stars (125 reviews (for Dr. Spiro Combest))
Patients praise
- Highly regarded and skilled surgeons, particularly Dr. Leslie Doctor and Dr. Spiro Combest
- Professional, caring, and compassionate patient care during exams and surgeries
- Successful cataract surgery outcomes
- Helpful explanation of procedures and eye health technology
Common complaints
- Long waiting room times and potential overbooking issues
- Frustrating front-office staff experiences
- Occasional dissatisfaction with clinical outcomes or prescription accuracy
"Had my first cataract surgery, which thanks to Dr Leslie went fantastic. Wish all doctors were as good as she is."
— Patient review (via LocalityBiz)"Unfortunately they seem to have little respect for your time. I sat in the waiting room for 50 minutes after arriving on time for my appointment."
— Patient review (via LocalityBiz)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Frank Won, O.D. Joins SightMD Connecticut, Expanding Optometry Services Enfield — Oct 6, 2025
- SightMD's Dr. Eric Rosenberg Becomes First Surgeon in the World to Perform Cataract Surgery Using Apple Vision Pro Mixed Reality — Apr 27, 2026
- SightMD Welcomes Thomas DiBenedetto, OD to East Setauket and Wading River Offices — Dec 5, 2025
- Cornea and Refractive Surgeon Dr. Talia Shoshany Joins OCLI Vision in Connecticut — Sep 22, 2025
- OCLI Vision adds ophthalmologist to Connecticut team - Becker’s ASC — Sep 22, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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