Providing the right care at the right time since 2001

Providing the right care at the right time since 2001

About Us

Eye Specialists is a small, personal ophthalmology practice dedicated to the preservation of sight. We are physician-owned and physician-driven which is becoming less common in these days of corporate medicine. As board certified ophthalmologists, Drs. Chou and Paul have completed medical school and five years of training including a medical internship, ophthalmology residency, and additional fellowship training in cornea and glaucoma respectively. We strive to care for all patients as if they were members of our family.

Why Choose Us

  • Over 30 years of experience treating eye disease
  • Patient centered
  • Physician owned
  • Personal care in a small setting
  • Outstanding training
  • Advanced fellowship training in glaucoma and cornea
  • Friendly staff
  • Full service optical shop
  • Years of outstanding results with cataract surgery

Our Doctors

Lin Chou, MD

Dr. Chou was born in Toronto, Canada. She attended college at Princeton University in New Jersey. Then she returned home to attend medical school at the University of Toronto where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. 

Alfred A. Paul, MD

Dr. Alfred Paul was born in Cincinnati, Ohio. He attended the six-year combined premedical-medical program at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.

Our Services

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Cataract Surgery

Cataract Surgery

Dr. Lin Chou is one of the top cataract surgeons in RI with thirty years of experience operating on all types and stages of visually significant cataracts.
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Glaucoma Treatment

Glaucoma Treatment

We use the latest diagnostic tools to detect glaucoma, and treat with drops, laser, or surgery to slow the progression and prevent vision loss.
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Complete Eye Exams

Complete Eye Exams

Complete eye exams are performed to detect eye disease ideally before the patient becomes symptomatic.
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Optical Dispensary

Optical Dispensary

Eye Specialists began dispensing eyeglasses as a convenience to our patients. Due to the fact patients were not getting the correct lenses or paying too much
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Macular Degeneration

Macular Degeneration

Macular degeneration is one of the most common causes of permanent vision loss and involves deterioration of the center of the retina.
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Diabetic Eye Examinations

Diabetic Eye Examinations

Diabetes mellitus is becoming increasingly common in the US and is a major cause of vision loss.
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Dry Eye Treatment

Dry Eye Treatment

Dry eye syndrome is a common cause of eye irritation & visual problems. A detailed patient history and eye exam are necessary to recommend the proper treatment.
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Optical Dispensary

Optical Dispensary

Eye Specialists has a full service optical dispensary as a convenience to our patients.
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Optical Blog

Eye Care Blog

AI in Ophthalmology

Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized various fields, and ophthalmology is no exception. With the increasing prevalence of eye diseases and the growing need for accurate and timely diagnosis, AI has emerged as a powerful tool to improve patient outcomes. In this blog, we will discuss the applications of AI in

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Online Resources for Ocular Health Questions

There are many resources available online for patients seeking information about ocular health. Here are a few trusted sources: American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) – The AAO is the largest national membership association of eye doctors. Their website provides patient education materials on a variety of eye conditions and diseases.

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Remembering Those Who Came Before

In December of 2000, we moved to Rhode Island from Iowa with our two young daughters to join the practice of Drs. Jacob and Helen Schinazi on the East Side of Providence, RI. The weather was very cold and snowy, and Drs. “Jack” and Helen made us feel so welcome

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