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A DIVISION OF CAPITAL EYE CARE
Champlain Ophthalmology
Delivering compassionate, expert eye care in the Washington D.C. area for over 35 years.
Welcome to champlain ophthalmology
Our Services
In our practice, we have specialists who can take care of all of your eye care needs. We strive to deliver ethical, expert eye care for our patients by using cutting edge technology to deliver superior medical and surgical outcomes. We aim to be a patient friendly practice by including ample time for education and offer same-day appointments for ocular emergencies. We also offer Contact Lens Services and have an Optical Shop.
In addition our main office in Bethesda, MD, we are happy to announce the opening of a second location in Silver Spring, MD.
Come see us today!
COMPASSIONATE EYE CARE
Our Doctors
We have many years of experience treating a variety of eye conditions and are experts in medical ophthalmology and eye surgery. Our physicians have been honored with numerous awards voted on by our peers and patients, consistently rated as Top Doctors by Washingtonian Magazine and the Top Ophthalmology Practice in Bethesda by readers of Bethesda Magazine.
IN THE NEWS
Patient Education
Salzmann’s Nodular Degeneration
Learn about what Salzmann’s nodules are, how they affect our eyes, and how we treat them.
Humanitarian Project for Eye Hospital in Guatemala
Dr. Asima Bajwa is leading a project to build an eye hospital for indigent patients in Guatemala. Click here to learn more.
Which Intraocular Lens Should You Choose?
Part 3 of our Cataract Surgery Series. The right IOL for you depends on what you want to be able to see without glasses after cataract surgery.
Testimonials
What Our Patients Say
I m impressed with a professional eye care I receive from this facility. I am truly very thankful to be given a second chance to see as I can see now. I encourage all those who need eye care to consult them. They are so caring and very friendly. My prayers goes to all employees of this facility. 🙏🙏🙏.
Great staff! Very professional. I've been a patient of Dr. Heltzer and Dr. Chaudary for years. Trevor does the testing and they are friendly and very knowledgeable.
Everyone is very professional and polite. I have been going here for several years and am extremely pleased with the service and sound advice i receive.
Dr. Heltzer answers every question I ask, even if I am not totally certain how to phrase it.The practice has an expeditious way of moving you from one aspect of the appointment to another. Very little waiting time.
Great doctors, great clinical staff, great admin staff.Everyone takes time to go through everything with you so that you understand your diagnosis and your options.Easy to make appointments, get your tests to your PCP and other specialists, and keep up with your care.Just a great medical group!
Dr Chaudhary always listens and is thorough and patient. And I didn't have to wait at all for my scheduled appointment.Highly recommend.
The staff and doctors are all outstanding. They perform all procedures efficiently and explain the results in plain language.
I had to wait a long time between parts of the examination, but I very much appreciated its thoroughness. Dr. Chaudhary and the staff explain everything very well. I also appreciate how soon I was able to get an appointment: within three days.
I had cataract surgery several months ago. Throughout the process Dr. Chaudhary took his time and informed me thoroughly about my options. The office staff was courteous and I never had to wait long to be seen. The surgery went very well. One of my eyes took its time settling down, and again Dr. Chaudhary was super helpful in helping me evaluate my options. I highly recommend this doctor and Champlain Ophthalmology in general
Busy practice but nevertheless efficient and thorough. Dr. Chaudhary is excellent: he patiently answered all of my questions and explained both what I'm currently experiencing with eye health changes as well as what I might expect down the road. I feel confident that I'm in very expert hands in his care. Highly recommend.
I tried out Dr. Chaudhary’s office for the first time this week. The Dr. was thorough in his review, but what made the experience for me was his staff. They were impressive! The individual that walked me through all the eye tests made, what could have been a stressful situation, a smooth process…even when they were putting something against the surface of my eye! I was really impressed. I will definitely be using this office for my eye care going forward.
Dr. Chaudhary is exceptionally thorough in his approach to my eye care. I never feel rushed during my appointment. He makes a point to explain conditions in great detail in a friendly and dedicated manner. The staff are all attentive and caring as well. I recommend the practice to anyone seeking a positive and professional atmosphere.
Always a great experience. The front desk is efficient and kind. The techs are knowledgeable and professional. Mary is an expert optometrist and wonderful lady. Dr. Heltzer is the best of Opthamalogists and a pleasure to meet with and be taken care of by.
Dr Heltzer performed my cataract surgery and I couldn’t be more pleased with the results. He was extremely kind and took the time to explain everything in detail. Having the second done in two weeks! His staff were all very nice and professional. I highly recommend!
As a patient I really admire Dr. Heltzer, his colleagues and employees. They take good care of the patients just like their own family members.
I have been seeing Dr. Heltzer for more than 20 years. He succesfully removed cataracts several years ago and he and his staff have always been extremely thorough in their followup. I have no hesitancy in recommending him.
Appointment was right on time. I was moved through quickly and efficiently. I've been seeing Dr. Heltzer for a number of years and he's always pleasant and on point.Strongly recommend.
I’ve been a patient at Champlain Ophthalmology for the past 4 years, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the care I’ve received. Dr. Heltzer is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and always takes the time to address any questions or concerns I have. The level of care and attention to detail is outstanding, and I truly feel like I’m in the best hands. The staff is always friendly, and the office is modern and well-equipped. I highly recommend Dr. Heltzer to anyone looking for exceptional eye care and specialization in glaucoma.
Locations:
6720A Rockledge Dr, Suite 200
Bethesda, MD 20817
3801 International Dr, Suite 208
Silver Spring, MD 20906
Silver Spring, MD 20906
Working Hours
Monday 8am – 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am – 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am – 4:30pm
Thursday 8am – 4:30pm
Friday 8am – 4:30pm