Easy to schedule, flexible office hours, welcoming staff and great ophthalmologist in Dr. Pearlman. Have been to this practice for over 20 years and always get good care.
— Laura Sullivan
Russell Pearlman, O.D.
Optometrist
Russell Pearlman, O.D., is an optometrist who has practiced in Northern Virginia since 1992, focusing on comprehensive family eye care, the medical management of eye disease, and contact lenses. He earned his Doctor of Optometry with clinical honors from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry and completed a residency at The Eye Institute in Philadelphia. He sees patients at The Eye Center's Leesburg and Sterling offices and serves as a clinical instructor for optometry residents.
Residency
The Eye Institute
Internship
Philadelphia Naval Hospital
Lankenau Hospital
Optometry School
Pennsylvania College of Optometry
Undergraduate
Widener University
Professional Excellence
Dr. Pearlman graduated summa cum laude from Widener University with a bachelor's degree in biology, then continued at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, where he earned an additional bachelor's degree and his Doctor of Optometry with clinical honors. His clinical training included internships at the Philadelphia Naval Hospital, Lankenau Hospital, and Wilmington Omni Eye Services, building broad exposure to hospital-based and primary eye care. He then completed a residency in ocular disease at The Eye Institute in Philadelphia, rounding out a training pathway that has since supported more than three decades of clinical practice.
Honors & Awards
State University of New York College of Optometry
Clinical Instructor
American Optometric Association
Member
Virginia Optometric Association
Member
Northern Virginia Optometric Society
Member
Clinical Focus
Dr. Pearlman provides comprehensive family eye care and the medical management of eye disease, with extensive experience in contact lens fitting and in the pre- and post-operative care of patients undergoing laser refractive and other ophthalmic surgical procedures. He is a member of the American Optometric Association, the Virginia Optometric Association, and the Northern Virginia Optometric Society. His approach centers on building lasting relationships and helping each patient understand their eyes and their options, not just their prescription.
Russell Pearlman, O.D., is an optometrist who has cared for patients across Northern Virginia since 1992, focusing on family eye care and the medical management of eye disease.