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A warm optical boutique in North Providence — unhurried eye exams for grown-ups and kids, hand-picked frames, and a team that actually knows your name.
Not sure if we take your insurance? Here's how vision and medical coverage work →- Family eye care, every age
- Independent & designer frames
- Same doctor every visit
North Providence Eye & Optical is the practice at 1543 Smith Street in North Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. John Corvese and Dr. Shawn Barillaro practice here. We welcome patients from North Providence, Fruit Hill, Centredale, Marieville, Greystone and Woodville at this one office. Explore our examinations and eyewear, use Visit for office details, and choose Book Online when you are ready to arrange care. For help choosing your next step, call (401) 353-2010.
A small optical in North Providence, run for the people who live here.
North Providence Eye & Optical
Formerly Envisions Eye Care
North Providence Eye & Optical is a working boutique practice in North Providence: a warm, considered space and exam rooms that don't feel rushed.
Eye care in North Providence, welcoming patients from neighborhoods across town. Take time to ask questions and explore eyewear at our Smith Street office.
Everyday eye care, done well.
Routine exams, contact lens fittings, dry-eye relief, and more — all under one roof in North Providence.
- Comprehensive Eye ExamA thorough exam for your full eye health picture — from vision clarity to early disease detection.
- Contact Lens ExamPrecision fitting for daily, weekly, or specialty contacts that actually feel comfortable.
- Pediatric Eye ExamClear vision matters early. We make kids feel at ease while checking their eyes thoroughly.
- Dry Eye ExamFind out what's really behind your dry or irritated eyes, and start feeling better.
- Diabetic Eye ExamRegular exams protect your vision. We monitor and coordinate with your care team.
- Eye EmergenciesSudden eye pain, foreign objects, or vision changes? Call us — we're here for urgent eye concerns.
What Our Patients Are Saying
North Providence families have trusted North Providence Eye & Optical with their care.
4.5146 Google reviewsEye care for the whole family — from first exam to grandparents.
We see North Providence families across every stage: a child's first eye exam before kindergarten, teens getting their first contacts, busy parents catching up on a routine check, and grandparents managing long-term eye health. The same warm room. The same patient doctor.
- Pediatric eye exams with no rush
- School-vision check questions, answered plainly
- Contact-lens fittings for teens
- Routine adult exams
- Diabetic & long-term care follow-up
- Coordination with your primary doctor
Think of it like braces — but for growing eyes.
Childhood nearsightedness (myopia) tends to get stronger year over year. Modern myopia management — specialty contact lenses, daily-wear soft options, or low-dose drops — works to slow that progression while kids are growing. It's an active, evidence-based plan, much like orthodontics: small, consistent steps that pay off long after the visits stop.
We talk it through with parents in plain English — what we're seeing, what the options are, and what makes sense for your child. No pressure, no upsell.
Frames you actually want to wear, picked with you.
Our optical wall is a careful mix of recognizable designers alongside independent makers. We help you narrow things down based on fit, lifestyle, and what genuinely looks like you — no hard sell, ever. Frame and brand availability may vary. Contact our optical team for the current selection.
Meet your North Providence eye doctors
A small, consistent team — you'll see the same doctor each visit.
Dr. John Corvese, OD
OptometristDr. John Corvese is a lifelong Rhode Island resident with decades of optometry experience, dedicated to caring for patients and his community across the state.
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Dr. Shawn Barillaro, OD
OptometristDr. Shawn Barillaro was born and raised in Meriden, Connecticut. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Connecticut before completing his Doctor of Optometry degree at the New England College of Optometry in Boston.
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1543 Smith Street, North Providence. Hours, parking, and how to find us.
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