The MOST charming and caring professional I've had the pleasure to meet in NOVA. The doctor's staff are as charming AND caring as the doctor. This is a doctor who insists on seeing you on his day off to check your injury. Also, expect modern medicine with old world courtesies and manners. A pleasure. read more

My mom had a botched eye cataract surgery performed by Dr Littlefield in Nov 2006. Cataract surgeries are supposed to be a simple Outpatient procedure. What is also disconcerting is the event that occurred just before this botched surgery. She had gone in for her annual eye exam In Oct 2006-and Dr. Littlefield STRONGLY suggested she get this cataract surgery immediately even though she had no side issues or complaints when going into his office that day for her annual exam! She has been seeking corrective treatment from the Wilmer Institute at John Hopkins University Med Center ever since! It has been a nightmare. Her eye color has even changed from light brown to blue. It has been painful for her physically and emotionally. The drives to Baltimore and the occasional overnight stays (surgeries) have been a monetary strain to her and she is not able to enjoy her retirement as a result of this. Not once has he called her to see if she is OK. If she had been more litigious - maybe she could have slapped him with a malpractice suit. Please think of my Mom before making an appointment with Dr. Littlefield! read more

I called to make an appointment and he was booked for the next month. I was surprised since there weren't very many reviews for him. His staff was cordial. Got in at 9am as a new patient, finished the paperwork, and was called in at 9:15. My appointment was at 9:30. I didn't see them alcohol wipe the chin/forehead rest... but the equipment seemed cleaned. Dr. Littlefield was very nice and explained a lot about what I needed to know after I told him the reason for my visit. I also had gotten lasik a few years ago and he was very helpful in telling me some tips. He made me feel comfortable as I'm iffy about seeing new doctors... I recommend! There's also a firehook bakery and coffee next door, as well as a CVS across the street if you get a prescription. read more

Tried this doctor out based on a search through my insurance. The location was close. The staff were friendly and easy to deal with. It was a welcome feel and very different from my last eye doctors office. Dr Littlefield seemed pleasant and knowledgeable. He was patient in figuring out my eyes. The glasses I was wearing were super old. Due to allergy problems with my eyes I'm having problems with my contacts. He was able to help me find affordable and easy over the counter drops to help with this. He did not try to sell me special solution for my contacts or other unnecessary crap. When I accidentally put my contacts in backwards, he quickly figured out the problem. Soon enough we were back on track and good. The office is a basic and efficient. Dr Littlefield is someone I can rely on to help me find the best prescription and care for my eyes. The only reason for the 3 stars versus 4 is because they don't sell glasses in the office. Apparently, one of the front desk people has a side business doing so-but only when his office is closed. That makes it hard. I can easily order contacts online but glasses are a bit harder. Thankfully, Warby Parker came to the rescue! read more

I was a little nervous with only 2 reviews on the site. I have found from previous experiences that a small amount of reviews of high rankings can be from the business's friends and I go to said business to find mediocre standings. So, luckily the two reviews here were right on. Dr. Littlefield did a very thorough exam, explained everything that was going on, was very friendly yet efficient. I had been only wearing glasses for the previous year and wanted to go back to contacts. I was able to try on some contacts that day and go home with my yearly exam done, my contacts exam done, my first box of contacts and a starter kit. Will definitely be coming back again. read more

I just moved to the area and went in to renew my contact lens prescription. None of the staff cleaned any of the machines prior to me putting my face on them, it felt a little gross. Dr. Littlefield didn't check my eyes without contacts in. I left them in and he just checked how much to add to my current prescription. He didn't have any contacts for me to try on, or offer to order me a pair to try on. Just told me to order a years worth at the receptionist. Its been a couple weeks now and I got a bill that my vision insurance won't cover because I received a medical treatment - they took a picture of my eye. Billing claims I was told I have corneal scarring and they needed to check it out, but Dr. Littlefield never said anything about an issue with my eye, or about how it was going to be an extra charge. Definitely won't be going back... read more

I unfortunately did not get a chance to meet the Doctor due to misinformation given through the phone. I specifically asked if I could only get a Prescription check, and not eye photos, to which I was informed I can do. I took the time off my work, drove over, fill-out the necessary forms, only to find out the i have wasted an hour of my time because I have to get eye photos done with my prescription check. The worst part of this situation is not the fact that I was misinformed but the fact that they knew i was misinformed and dealt with it by giving a series of explanations on the difference between optometry and ophthalmology instead of apologizing for the waste of time they caused. read more

I had high hopes, but unfortunately work got in the way twice (at the last minute) preventing me from attending my first appointment and then my rescheduled appointment. When I called to reschedule (as soon as I found out that I would be unable to attend my appointment) I was told "well Ms. -----, since you have already re- scheduled like twice (not true, only once at the time of the call) we are unable to reschedule this appointment for you." I then interrupted to let her know that I do work and sometimes things come up beyond my control preventing me from attending previously scheduled appointments. The phone call quickly ended with her saying well we are unable to reschedule you goodbye. They were very rude and unaccommodating for busy young professionals who live and work in Old Town. This is not a way to build or sustain a business and I do hope that they quickly learn that young professionals can be very influential in their social circles and it may be wise to be more accommodating, or if that is not possible, at least not be so damn rude. You provide a service to others it is not the other way around. read more

I've been very satisfied with Dr Littlefield. He performs a very thorough exmaine. You can get your glasses and contacts directly from his office. read more

Dr. Littlefield gave me a prescription that did not correct my vision. After my appointment, I asked to see glasses so I could order them. Although there is an optical shop in Dr. Littlefield's office, the very snotty assistant to Dr. Littlefield told me I had to make an appointment to get fitted. (I learned from another review on this site that the optical shop is not part of Dr. Littlefield's practice, but no one told me that when I was there.) I went to a nearby optician for glasses and he let me get new lenses without any charge after I realized the prescription Dr. Littlefield wrote did not correct my vision. The optician also examined my eyes and gave me a prescription that did work. read more

I went to Dr. Littlefield after Dr. Clark (an optometrist down the street) told me he thought I had glaucoma, but wouldn't do further testing as he didn't accept my medical insurance. Its a long story (see my review on Dr. Clark). Dr. Littlefield's staff was friendly and helpful, and after I explained to them that I had a "complete" eye exam two weeks earlier and only needed glaucoma testing, they did not press me and explained everything to Dr. Littlefield. He came in immediately (even though after going to 428 NORTH washington instead of 428 SOUTH washington, I was 15 minutes late) and asked me to explain what happened in my own words. He was gracious and went on to explain the procedure, exactly what drops he was putting in my eyes, what he would do next, what I should expect, etc. He put numbing drops in my eyes and measured the pressure of my eye by touching a small instrument to it for a split second (MUCH more comfortable than the air puffs - and apparently more accurate) and then did a similar process to measure the thickness of my cornea (which could skew the pressure if thinner or thicker than average). He explained what numbers I had, what they meant, what was average, etc. All in all I felt extremely comfortable there. I loved that he took it upon himself to comfort me and tell me I had no indications of glaucoma, but actually did not badmouth or belittle the fool who said I did. As a precautionary measure, his staff took pictures of my cornea (think brightest light you have ever experienced for so painfully long in each eye that I was blind for a minute or two after each one - not helped by dilating drops) to compare against next year and see if there are any changes. Although I hated this, the woman who took the pictures was not frustrated or impatient when I kept squirming, closing my eyes, and generally being a terrible patient. She encouraged me to try again and said she would wait until I felt like I could take the pictures. I have finally found an ophthalmologist I can trust, and who I will comfortably return to year after year. read more

I would give a lower rating if I could! I literally was stunned with how rude he was. He never let me finish asking a question, he kept assuming he knew what I was trying to ask. Maybe he was just having a bad day, but no way I'm going back to find out read more

Love Dr. Littlefield. My husband and I both feel that he is a very detailed and caring optometrist. His staff is efficient and delightful. Cannot say enough good things about him. Highly recommend. read more

I am stunned to see any bad reviews on here for Dr. Littlefield. HE is great. I have seen him for a couple of years, and have seen him three or four times. He is always kind, thorough, responsive and takes his time with me. I don't know what happened with the person who said he was rude-- I guess it was a really bad day? The other young person who explained how influential she can be in her social circles after canceling an appointment twice.... well.... my experience has always been excellent. read more

I have been going to Dr. Littlefield for years and could not be happier with the quality of his care and the professionalism of his staff. When he left Alexandria for New Meico and i had to find another eye doctor, i was never as pleased as i was with his practice. Needless to say, I was delighted when he returned. He listens to my questions and concerns and gives thoughtful responses. I was speechless when i saw the bad reviews. As for the person whose busy life caused 2 last minute cancellations, I applaud Dr. Littlefield and his team. read more

I came in on a Monday morning at 830am with no appointment. I had an emergency with conjunctivitis in both eyes for over 3 weeks. Saw urgent care over the wknd and had no luck with fixing my problems. Told me to see an ophthalmologist. The front desk woman, Liz, was extremely kind and helpful and had me sitting in the patient room in less than 15 minutes. Saw the doctor by 850am. Treated me quickly, wrote me up a prescription, and was very kind and helpful. Was out the door by 9:03am, and walked across the street to CVS to get my prescription. Fastest doctor service ever. Great doctor, great office, great staff. read more