Health & Dental
Linden Optometry: 10,000 Frames and a Drive-Thru in Pasadena
A Pasadena optometry practice with 14 doctors, a 10,000-pair optical boutique, and curbside pickup for eyewear and contacts.
By Local Bongo Editors
Linden Optometry, A Prof. Corp. sits at 477 E Colorado Blvd in Pasadena. The practice lists 14 eye doctors available six days a week, same-day eye exam appointments, and an optical boutique with more than 10,000 eyeglasses and sunglasses under one roof.
The phone number is (626) 796-1191. Staff speak 10 languages, and the practice accepts over 40 vision insurance plans, including VSP and EyeMed.
Eye exams and medical eye care
The practice offers comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, and treatment of eye infections and minor eye injuries. It also lists myopia control, including OrthoK overnight contacts for vision correction, dry eye treatment, glaucoma management, and LASIK consultations.
Dr. Minglih Emily Linden is certified to treat glaucoma and is a Fellow of the International Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control (FIAOMC).
Dr. Linden participates in InfantSEE, a public health program of The American Optometric Association.
A 10,000-pair optical boutique
The optical boutique carries eyewear from 65 designers. Alongside adult frames, the practice stocks children's eyewear brands including XGames, Skechers, Nike Kids, Guess Kids, and BabyBanz.
It also carries ECO sustainable eyewear made from recycled materials. For prescriptions that qualify, the practice offers an Express Eyeglass Service; patients can speak with an optician to see if their prescription qualifies.
Drive-thru, curbside, and mail delivery
Patients can pick up contact lens refills or new eyeglasses at a drive-thru lane. The practice also has 3 curbside pickup spaces reserved for patients.
Eyeglasses and contact lens refills can be delivered by U.S. Postal Service; the practice notes a small shipping fee may apply.
Insurance, hours, and walk-ins
The practice accepts over 40 vision insurance plans, including VSP and EyeMed. It also lists VSP, EyeMed, Davis Vision, Medicare, Spectera, Premiere Vision, Avesis, and Optum Health among accepted vision plans.
Hours are Monday 10:00am to 7:00pm, Tuesday through Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm, and Saturday 8:00am to 5:00pm. The practice is closed Sunday.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are seen first, so the practice recommends calling.
Awards the practice cites
The practice says it was voted "Best Eyewear in Pasadena" for 31 consecutive years in the Pasadena Weekly Reader's Poll. It also says it was voted "Best Optometrist" for 10 years in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune.
Good to know
Can I get a same-day eye exam appointment at Linden Optometry?
The practice offers same-day eye exam appointments. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are seen first, so it's best to call (626) 796-1191.
Does Linden Optometry accept my vision insurance?
The practice accepts over 40 vision insurance plans, including VSP and EyeMed. It also lists Davis Vision, Medicare, Spectera, Premiere Vision, Avesis, and Optum Health among accepted plans.
How can I pick up new glasses or contact lens refills?
Patients can pick up contact lens refills or new eyeglasses at a drive-thru lane, use one of 3 reserved curbside pickup spaces, or arrange delivery by U.S. Postal Service. A small shipping fee may apply.
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