The Ophthalmology Equal Access Clinic provides eye care services for adult and pediatric patients who lack access to routine ophthalmologic care. Clinics focus on evaluation, screening, and referral.
Adult Ophthalmology Clinic
When
- Last Tuesday of every month (except holidays)
- Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Patient arrival: 5:00 PM, Patient care begins: ~5:30 PM
- Patients seen: 3-5 per clinic night
Where
- HealthStreet at 2401 SE Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
Appointments
- Appointments only — no walk-ins accepted
- Appointments are scheduled through undergraduate volunteers (see more information below)
Services
- Comprehensive eye examinations
- Vision screening and diagnostic workup
- Refractions for glasses (no contact lenses)
- Glasses provided when indicated
- Referral to specialty care as needed
Pediatric Ophthalmology Clinic
When
- Second Tuesday of every month (except holidays)
- Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Patient arrival: 5:00 PM, Patient care begins: ~5:30 PM
- Patients seen: 3-5 per clinic night
Where
- HealthStreet at 2401 SE Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
Appointments
- Appointments only — no walk-ins accepted
- Appointments are scheduled through undergraduate volunteers (see more information below)
Services
- Comprehensive pediatric eye examinations
- Vision screening and diagnostic workup
- Refractions for glasses (no contact lenses)
- Glasses provided when indicated
- Referral to specialty care as needed
Contact Information & Appointment Requests
Patients may request an appointment with the Equal Access Clinic by completing the REDCap appointment request form:
🔗 Request an appointment with EAC (REDCap):
https://redcap.ctsi.ufl.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=AWRLDATDN9&nonproduction=patients
Appointments only — no walk-ins accepted.
Submission of this form does not guarantee an appointment. Patients will be contacted if eligible.
General EAC Contact
For general questions or non-urgent concerns:
🔗 Contact EAC:
https://equalaccess.med.ufl.edu/contact-us-2/
Immediate Assistance
If you are in need of more immediate assistance, please call the EAC main office:
📞 (352) 273-9425
🕘 Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Other Local Eye Care Resources
Florida Heiken Children’s Vision Program
Statewide program that provides no-cost comprehensive eye exams and glasses for eligible Florida public school students through participating providers.
Gainesville Community Ministry Vision Clinic
Offers vision screenings, exams, and donated eyeglasses to those in need. Clinics are typically offered quarterly.
Helping Hands Clinic Eye Care Services
Partners with local opticians to help individuals experiencing homelessness receive eye exams and prescription glasses through volunteer collaborations.
Alachua County Social Services Vision Assistance
Provides low-cost vision exams and eyeglasses for qualifying Alachua County residents.
State/National Assistance Programs:
- Sight for Students: Free eye exams and eyeglasses for low-income, uninsured children 18 and under.
- EyeCare America: Free comprehensive eye exams for eligible seniors and individuals at risk for glaucoma.
- InfantSEE®: Free comprehensive eye assessment for infants 6–12 months