About Us

Eye Care Professionals

Vernon A. Peryea Jr. OD - Dr. of Optometry

Dr. Peryea was born and grew up in the Finger Lakes Region in Auburn, New York. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree from the Rochester Institute of Technology and his Doctorate at the University of Houston where he graduated Cum Laude; Beta Sigma Kappa.

Scholarships and honors include:

Rochester Institute of Technology Scholarship
Fred Emerson Foundation Scholarship
Xerox Scholarship

Memberships include:

American Optometric Society
New York State Optometric Association
Westchester Optometric Society
Hudson Valley Optometric Society

Dr. Peryea is:

Licensed to practice in New York State, Virginia and Texas
Owner of OIC Optical, Hopewell Eye Care, and Millbrook Family Eyecare

Dr. Peryea and his wife, Min, live in Cortland Manor with their two children.

Assisting Dr. Peryea in his practice is Dr. Steven L. Cohen, OD

Dr. Steven L Cohen, OD, is an Optometry specialist. He attended and graduated from Suny Optometry school in 1994, he has over 25 years of diverse experience.

Dr. Cohen examines, diagnoses, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. Dr. Chin sees patients in the Hopewell and Millbrook offices while Dr. Cohen sees patients in Hopewell, Peekskill, and Millbrook.

Office Staff

Deborah- CPOT – Office Manager/Certified Technician

Debbie has been at the Hopewell office for over twenty years and is an ongoing member of the American Optometric Association. Debbie and her husband are residents of Hopewell Junction. She is an active member of her community and is a parishioner of St. Columba Church and teaches second grade Religious Education.

Kathy – Optometric Assistant

Cynthia – Receptionist/Insurance Manager

Cynthia is knowledgeable in all aspects of insurance issues having many years of experience in the medical field. She will be happy to assist you with your insurance, billing questions, and scheduling your appointments.

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Hopewell Eyecare was able to schedule a much-needed appointment for me on short notice in a very timely manner. There was almost no wait when I arrived. I experienced a friendly, courteous, professional staff to get me checked in, and into the initial phase of my exam. The new technology was outstanding. I experienced a thorough eye exam from a knowledgeable & responsive doctor. Finally, the associate in the shop was obliging and valuable in assisting me to pick out new frames that suited my needs and complimented my personality. Highly recommended!

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— Brigid H.

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My first experience at Hopewell Eyecare was very pleasant. The staff were courteous, helpful and knowledgeable. Dr. Peryea uses modern techniques and equipment to conduct examinations. His methods are by far top notch.

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— Carlo S.

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A thorough eye exam was performed. All my questions were answered and I was educated on topics that were new to me. When getting fitted for glasses tech was helpful, personable, and knowledgeable....I had an additional question for the Dr....he came out and answered my question. Eye care made easy! The receptionist and nurse/tech's are sweet people!

★★★★★
— Michael S.

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Great experience. Staff were very friendly. My dr was very informative and thorough. I would recommend to friends and family to go there.!!!

★★★★★
— Tia B.

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I recently went to Hopewell Eyecare for my son and we had a pretty good expirience. The office was nice and it was clean. The staff was very friendly. The only reason I give 4 stars instead of 5 is because the doctor didn’t really explain anything to us. He did the eye exam and then said we would have to come back when the glasses came in to do further testing and that was it. When we went for him to pick out the glasses the lady that was helping us, asked if the doctor mentioned bifocals but he didn’t even really tell me he needed glasses until he said we would have to come back once they came in. Other than that, it was a wonderful expirience.

★★★★
— Jessica N.

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I go to the Hopewell JCT office off Rt 82, knowing he has other offices, I get the best care ever.
I have been with this office before Dr. Peryea took over the practice , I get is as good as before but better now. I am seen by the best staff who are always on time when I get there. I need to see the doctor every 4 months so I am there often.
I see Debbie and other great staff to get best treatment and the utmost care.

Doctor Peryea is on the top of his game with what is going on in the eye care field. I have an eye disease that he has kept in check for many years. I have never seen any other doctor so I can only remark about Doctor Peryea and his care with me. This office sees my family, 3 other persons with the same great care.

In closing, this is a very good office with great staff and a Doctor who will go over any issues taking his time to answer all your questions, not in a rush. You will not be disappointed.

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— D S.

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Dr Peryea is great! Always prompt yet takes the time with each patient to ensure all questions are answered. They take care of all insurance claims and have a great slelction of eyeglasses in all price ranges. They never pressure you to add features!!!

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— Andrew S.

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Will not be disappointed with Hopewell Eyecare. Dr. Peryea and entire staff is top notch.

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— Richard V.

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From the front desk to nurses to Dr Chin the Optometrist, everyone was very pleasant. Everyone seemed to be very knowledge and helpful.

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— Buck T.

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Very friendly, first visit to the eye Doctor very knowledgeable and friendly from the ladies in the front to the DR. Learned a great deal from how the lenses, to the frames.

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— Thomas H.

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