Eye Doctors in
Forsyth, IL

At Bard Optical, we do everything for our patients’ well-being and quality of life by working hard to protect their vision.

Bard Optical – Forsyth


3755 N Water St, Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 393-8629

Hours


Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Our Medical Approach


In our long history as Illinois’ provider of complete eye care, we’ve proven our dedication to our patients time after time. Our eye doctors lean on our medical approach to eye care, which means we don’t cut corners when it comes to checking your eyes and managing a range of conditions. We have true eye health experts on our team that know exactly what to look for in each exam and will keep your sight in tip-top shape.

Services


We’re committed to helping each patient achieve clarity and comfort when it comes to their vision, and our practice provides a spectrum of services to do so. Whether you need eyewear to see your best on a daily basis, a routine eye health exam, or management of an eye disease like macular degeneration, everything you’re looking for is right here at Bard Optical.

Woman getting an eye exam at Bard Optical in Forsyth

Comprehensive Eye Health Exams

A comprehensive eye health exam at Bard Optical is so much more than just a standard visual acuity screening. During your exam, we’ll get an in-depth look at the critical structures that control your sight using advanced technology. With our cutting-edge eye care tools, we can comfortably image your inner eye and check for diseases, while also ensuring your prescription is up to date!

  The surprised boy got an eye exam at Bard Optical in Forsyth

Pediatric Eye Health Exams

In our pediatric eye health exams, our expert eye doctors check for conditions common in younger eyes, like myopia (nearsightedness), strabismus (crossed eyes), and amblyopia (lazy eye). If we detect any issues with your child’s sight, we’ll start them on a treatment plan and set them up with kid-friendly eyewear!

A woman putting on a contact lens to her eye

Contact Lens Exams

To make sure your contact lenses suit your needs and keep your eyes healthy, they need to fit perfectly and be dialed in to your specific prescription. Our eye doctors do so during our specialized contact lens exams. We use advanced equipment to measure your eyes, screen for front-of-eye conditions, and help you select the perfect pair of contacts for your eyes.

An elderly getting an eye exam at Bard Optical in Forsyth

Eye Disease Management

Through our medical model of care, we’re here to protect and preserve your vision for life. Our eye doctors use their extensive training and the latest diagnostic technology in every comprehensive eye health exam. If we spot any signs of sight-threatening disease, we’ll create a personal management plan to keep your vision in the clear for the many years to come.

Doctor handing eyeglasses to patient

Eyewear Options for Everyone

At our Forsyth location, you’ll find an extensive collection of popular eyewear brands to browse. We offer frames in all kinds of styles, as well as customizable lenses for every prescription need. And for those who want the lifestyle flexibility of contact lenses, we have standard daily and specialty lenses!

Comprehensive Eye Health Exams
Woman getting an eye exam at Bard Optical in Forsyth

A comprehensive eye health exam at Bard Optical is so much more than just a standard visual acuity screening. During your exam, we’ll get an in-depth look at the critical structures that control your sight using advanced technology. With our cutting-edge eye care tools, we can comfortably image your inner eye and check for diseases, while also ensuring your prescription is up to date!

Pediatric Eye Health Exams
The surprised boy got an eye exam at Bard Optical in Forsyth

In our pediatric eye health exams, our expert eye doctors check for conditions common in younger eyes, like myopia (nearsightedness), strabismus (crossed eyes), and amblyopia (lazy eye). If we detect any issues with your child’s sight, we’ll start them on a treatment plan and set them up with kid-friendly eyewear!

Contact Lens Exams
A woman putting on a contact lens to her eye

To make sure your contact lenses suit your needs and keep your eyes healthy, they need to fit perfectly and be dialed in to your specific prescription. Our eye doctors do so during our specialized contact lens exams. We use advanced equipment to measure your eyes, screen for front-of-eye conditions, and help you select the perfect pair of contacts for your eyes.

Eye Disease Management
An elderly getting an eye exam at Bard Optical in Forsyth

Through our medical model of care, we’re here to protect and preserve your vision for life. Our eye doctors use their extensive training and the latest diagnostic technology in every comprehensive eye health exam. If we spot any signs of sight-threatening disease, we’ll create a personal management plan to keep your vision in the clear for the many years to come.

Eyewear Options for Everyone
Doctor handing eyeglasses to patient

At our Forsyth location, you’ll find an extensive collection of popular eyewear brands to browse. We offer frames in all kinds of styles, as well as customizable lenses for every prescription need. And for those who want the lifestyle flexibility of contact lenses, we have standard daily and specialty lenses!

Proudly Serving the
Village of Forsyth, IL

We’re thrilled to provide full-scope eye care to our friends and neighbors in Forsyth and nearby locales, such as Oreana, Harristown, Warrensburg, Latham, Argenta, Maroa, Cerro Gordo, Mt. Pulaski, and Cisco.

With our help, you can enjoy everything Forsyth offers with crisp vision — from a stroll outdoors at one of the many Forsyth Pocket Parks to bouncing around Jumpin’ Addiction Trampoline Park!

Bard Optical in Forsyth location driving directions

Driving Directions


We are located at 3755 N Water St, Decatur, IL 62526.

Coming from the north, head south on US-51 S and pass Bob Brady Buick GMC Parts on your left. In 0.4 miles, keep left to continue on Bloomington Rd/N Water St. Continue straight and in about a half mile, pass Monical’s Pizza on your left. Then, in 0.9 miles, turn right at Crestline Dr into the shopping center, and we’ll be on your left in the same building as Ashley furniture store.

Coming from the south west, head east on W Main St, and pass The River Coffee Company on your left, after which you’ll continue for 0.2 miles until you turn left onto N Franklin St. In 0.6 miles, continue onto N Water St, where you’ll pass La Gondola Spaghetti House North in 1.5 miles. After 0.2 miles, make a right onto E Pershing Rd/E Rte 48, and in 0.3 miles, turn left onto N Martin Luther King Jr Dr. Follow N Martin Luther King Blvd for one mile and then make when you get to E Mound Rd. In 0.2 miles, turn left onto N Water St, and make a right into the shopping center via Crestline Dr in about 300 feet; you’ll find us on your left.

Testimonials


William Babb
William Babb
June 6, 2023
Very happy 😁 about my visit to your office
Debora K Sheets
Debora K Sheets
April 29, 2023
I had issues due to eye problems and Bard optical worked with me until my glasses were perfect for me to be able to see while driving
Cindy Doubet
Cindy Doubet
April 24, 2023
Everyone was friendly and helpful. The building was clean and pleasant.
Jeannette Mccullough
Jeannette Mccullough
April 24, 2023
All the employees are so awesome
Dorothy Mowrer
Dorothy Mowrer
March 27, 2023
I have always been greeted, served and treated with respect & kindness! Appreciate the staff!!!!
Rach Houston
Rach Houston
March 6, 2023
Fixed my bifocals so I can see out of them and I got them back so fast. Thank you!