DR. ELAINA M. GROO & DR. JOHN KAKNIS OPTOMETRIST

Welcome to our practice!
We want to thank you for your understanding and cooperation with the procedures we have in place to ensure all of our safety. The best way to reach us is to text us at 845-565-2020 or email hveyedoc@gmail.com. Appointments for care are necessary to limit the number of patients in the office, and to follow disinfecting protocol. We once again thank you for your patients and understanding.

Upon arrival for your appointment, please do not come to the door. Instead text or call 845-565-2020 from your car and our staff will instruct you further.

Please call our office and leave a message if you have a fever and/or cough or have you been in close contact with a positive COVID-19 person or have been asked to quarantine for any reason.

Wearing a mask is required for service.
Patients only and Guardian/child (under 18) will be admitted to the office. Please refer to the CDC web site for the instructions for wearing a mask, (covering your nose and mouth).
Thank you for your cooperation.
No-Wait rooming Process Text us from your car and await further instructions.

You will be admitted by our staff, our office door will remain closed.

As recommended by the CDC:
"It is critical to emphasize that maintaining 6-feet social distancing remains important to slowing the spread of the virus. CDC is additionally advising the use of simple cloth face coverings to slow the spread of the virus and help people who may have the virus and do not know it from transmitting it to others. Cloth face coverings fashioned from household items or made at home from common materials at low cost can be used as an additional, voluntary public health measure."
Please wear a mask when entering our office.
We have options for your care.

Telemedicine service
We will be offering a virtual patient visit via text, phone, face-time or Skype. For those who have been exposed, not feeling well, have COVID-19 or fit the category of high risk, know that this service is available. Please call our office at 845-565-2020.
Off hours: Dr. Groo: 845-551-9982 OR Dr. Kaknis: 845-220--8092
Most soft contact lens orders of 2 boxes or more will be free shipping to your home, call or e-mail for details hveyedoc@gmail.
We want to ensure you of all the precautions Hudson Valley Eye Doctor is taking regarding the impact of the COVID-19 in our area. As usual, we’ve been disinfecting our physical spaces and encouraging our staff to practice safe, healthy hygiene for their own sake as well as the health and well-being of our patients and visitors. As an extra step we have installed easy access hand sanitizers for our patients’ and staffs’ convenience. Our disinfecting process has included UV-c light disinfection, and Air Purifiers in each space with HEPA filters and UV-c air purifiers. Our doctors and staff have plans in place for such a situation, and we continue to refine and improve them based on the best guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as our local and state health departments. When you come to visit us at this time, we appreciate you practicing the same healthy guidelines we’re encouraging our staff to help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses. For a complete list, please visit the CDC website.
We have asked our staff not to share pens, shake hands and to follow the healthy guidelines and ask you to do the same.

As of February 2020, Our New Office Hours during the COVD-19 Crisis.
Monday , Tuesday, Wednesday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Thursday 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
CLOSED ON FRIDAY
Since COVID-19, we have a limited number of appointments per day.
Thank you for your patients and understanding.
We thank you and look forward to seeing you. Be well and stay safe.

845-565-2020

Hudson Valley Eye Doctor
...State of the Art in Eye Care and Eye Wear...

Allow us to welcome you to our practice.

Drs. Elaina M Groo and Dr. John Kaknis's Optometry practice is now known as Hudson Valley Eye Doctor, where your vision and eye health are our sole priority. We take great pride in providing you with state-of-the-art eye care matched with personal attention from our staff. Your quality of life is our goal and we believe that healthy eyesight is vital to achieving it.

Exciting Announcement of Practice Merger
Dr. John Kaknis and Dr. Elaina M. Groo of Hudson Valley Eye Doctor are delighted to announce that
as of Jun 1, 2018 we have combined practices.

Why did we merge?
      Dr. Kaknis and Dr. Groo have been in solo practice for many years. And after many years of solo practice, the demands and pressures on an optometrist are forever increasing and we need to change and adapt to meet these needs. Having two practices working as one will help us achieve this.

     Individually both successful practices with similar, patient centered approaches to care, and have a shared belief in making a continued positive difference to our patients. We feel now is the right moment to seize the opportunity to build and expand on our successes by combining our efforts.

     As of June 1,2018, it will be “business as usual” for our patients with some changes and improvements. All our patients from both practices will continue to access our services using the same phone numbers..

What’s New!
You are now able to access patient forms, on-line contact lens ordering, and information regarding Hudson Valley Eye Doctor via this website

In combining the practices, we identified areas across both practices that could improve and benefit our patients. Working together, we are able to offer the newest technology in patient care.

More choices for our patients!
1. Many insurances accepted
2. On-site lab for eye glass fabrication
3. New technologies in the diagnosis and treatment in eye conditions.
4. Latest technology in eye glass lenses and contact lenses.
5. Extensive designer frame selection
6. Large Staff to service our patients
7. Convenient hours
8. Easy access parking

How will I know it’s time for my exam?
Hudson Valley Eye Doctor uses a similar patient notification system for appointment reminders. You will receive a text, e-mail or phone call reminding you of your scheduled appointment, to schedule an appointment, and/or when you have an order ready for pick up.

Please bear with us over the next few months, if you find things take a little longer than usual. But please raise your concerns to our staff and doctors.

It is always a pleasure to see you and care for your eye health and visual needs. We feel proud when you return to our office or when you refer us to your family and friends. I sincerely urge you to contact us personally if our service or our office ever fails to meet your expectations. You are considered a valued member of our patient family.


Our professional and personable staff is highly trained in helping you achieve and maintain healthy eyesight.
Dr's Groo and Kaknis have experience of over thirty years and specializes in Behavioral Optometric Care including the diagnosis and treatment of Ocular Disease, Dry Eyes, Specialty Contact lenses, Visual Skills Analysis, Computer Vision Syndrome and Ophthalmic Dispensing.

Our opticians are New York State licensed and can help you find and fit the perfect frame to match your fashion and lifestyle. We offer the latest in eye wear fashions, including top name brands such as Gucci, Ray Ban, Lillian Pulitzer, Safilo, Nike and more. We have available the latest digital lens technology, anti-reflective coatings, and lens treatments to enhance your visual experience.