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Exceptional Eye Care That Goes Beyond Your Eyes

Experience comprehensive eye care with cutting-edge technology and advanced vision solutions that provide insight into your overall health. Our dedicated doctors build lasting relationships based on trust, ensuring every detail is taken care of. Book now to receive the quality vision care you deserve.
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Relief Beyond Eye Drops

Find long-lasting relief from dry, irritated eyes with advanced treatment options including Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Therapy and LipiFlow designed to target the root cause of dry eye disease.
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Helping Eyes and Brains Work Better Together

Vision therapy is a personalized program designed to improve eye coordination, tracking, focusing, and visual processing skills to support learning, reading, sports performance, and everyday life.

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Welcome to
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Your vision health is our top priority. We strive to create a warm and welcoming environment for every patient. Our mission is to help you see the world with clarity and confidence. Schedule your appointment today, and let us take care of your eyes as you embark on a journey to a brighter, clearer future.

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OUR SERVICES

What We Offer

Comprehensive Eye Exams

Pediatric Eye Care

Dry Eye Therapy

Myopia Control

Neuro-Optometric Evaluations

Vision Therapy

Sports Vision Therapy

Contact Lenses & Specialty Lenses

OUR TEAM

meet our doctors

Dr. Brian S. Thamel

Optometrist

Dr. Brian S. Thamel has been in practice for over 35 years graduating with honors from the New England College of Optometry in 1988. He is an honors graduate of Clark University in 1984. He practiced with his father, Dr. Theodore Thamel until he retired and currently practices with his wife, Dr. Valarie A. Ricciardi, his niece, Dr. Nicole Cerio and his daughter, Dr. Lauren Thamel.

Dr. Lauren A. Thamel

Optometrist

Dr. Lauren A. Thamel graduated cum laude from Temple University in Philadelphia with a BS in Biology and a minor in Healthcare Management. Dr. Thamel graduated with honors from the New England College of Optometry in 2021, she then pursued a residency at the Jamaica Plain VA in Boston MA specializing in low vision and traumatic brain injury before joining Vision Source of Worcester and Spencer full time in 2022.

Dr. Valarie A. Ricciardi

Optometrist

Dr. Valarie A. Ricciardi has been practicing for over 35 years graduating from the New England College of Optometry in 1988. She is a graduate of Assumption University in 1984. She is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Massachusetts Society of Optometrists of which she was secretary for several years and was president in 2021.

Dr. Nicole F. Cerio

Optometrist

Dr. Nicole F. Cerio graduated with honors from the New England College of Optometry (NECO) in 2015. She was a member of Beta Sigma Kappa Honors Society and VOSH (Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity) during all four years of optometry school. She went to El Salvador with VOSH and China with OneSight to help provide optometric services to underprivileged populations.

Dr. Kevin Houston

OD, MSc., FAAO

Kevin Houston, OD, M.Sc., FAAO is a Doctor of Optometry providing general eye care as well as specialty consultation for vision rehabilitation, vision development, and special populations.

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TESTIMONIALS

WHAT OUR PATIENTS SAY

Discover firsthand experiences and testimonials from our valued patients as they share their thoughts and feedback on our services and care.

"I had been looking for an eye doctor since moving to Worcester and Vision Source was the first one to pop up nearby. The front desk was so welcoming and warm, Dr. Houston and his staff are incredibly kind and informative. The process was smooth and it was refreshing to not have to have my eyes dilated to get checked out. Thank you so much! I look forward to next year’s appointment!"

Leanne M.

"Our daughter was experiencing significant difficulty reading, was frustrated in school and was losing confidence. She was diagnosed with dyslexia at the same time that we saw the doctor at Vision Source who recommended vision therapy. She did 12 weeks of vision therapy and her reading, spelling and comprehension have all increased significantly bringing her to grade level. Her confidence has been restored and we will be forever grateful for the skills of the talented team at Vision Source."

Jeanette W.

"I cannot say enough about Dr. Valerie A. Ricciardi and her exceptional staff! From the moment I walked into this family-owned practice, I felt completely at ease. Dr. Ricciardi is incredibly personable and takes the time to explain everything in a way that is easy to understand. You can tell she genuinely cares about her patients and their well-being."

MJ F.

"First class. Dr Ricciardi diagnosed and followed up on an eye infection recently with a high level of professionalism. +1 got me right in the day before a holiday. Excellent interactions with all office people. Thanks again you have a customer for life and will recommend you to everyone!"

Scott B.

"Our daughter, growing up with the screens in schools today is near sided. We learned about solid contacts to wear overnight - and it is the most powerful physical medical intervention we have ever seen! And that is with 5 kids… the short is my daughter does no longer need classes, has no headaches at school and started playing volleyball! What makes this practice special though is the care, the zero sales, the amount of support to get used to contacts - simply amazing."

Aviva J.

"I came to Vision Source after my insurance got switched. I only have ever had one eye doctor my entire life, this being the second one. The staff is super personable and helpful here. Everything is explained to you so you don’t feel confused. Quick and thorough appointments. They have a good reputation and I highly recommend them!(:"

Brian R.

"Eudora gave me back my sight today! I have round frame glasses with progressive lenses. The screw the tightens the lense holder became loose & my right lense fell out. I tried my best to reorient the lense and retightened the frame. This worked for awhile but I needed to retighten the frame every other day to keep the lense in place. Over several days I developed a headache so I came to Vision Source for help. I Had an old pair of glasses that had the same frame and Eudora skillfully placed my current prescription lenses in the spare frame. She recognized that I had put the lense in upside down which caused the right eye blurring. Now all is right with the world & my vision and I owe it all to Eudora. This is another data point on why I come to Vision Source, the skill of the technicians is exceptional!"

Paul P.