TC
Tanya Carter, OD
MONTCLAIR, NJ
Optometry
Accepting patients
Black Optometrists in NJ
1 provider across NJ
Maintained by the Black Health editorial team · Updated June 2026
Cities in NJ with Black Optometry providers
Black adults are 3 to 4 times more likely to develop primary open-angle glaucoma than white adults, develop it 10 years earlier on average, and are 6 times more likely to go blind from it (Prevent Blindness, 2023). Diabetic retinopathy and cataracts are also more common and progress faster. Optometrists (ODs) perform comprehensive eye exams, prescribe glasses and contacts, screen for eye disease, and co-manage chronic eye conditions with ophthalmologists.
What optometrists cover
- Annual comprehensive eye exams
- Glasses and contact lens fittings
- Glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration screening
- Vision therapy for binocular and focus disorders
- Dry eye treatment
- Myopia control in children
When to book
- Annual exam, earlier if you have diabetes or family glaucoma history
- Vision change or trouble reading
- Eye pain, redness, or discharge
- Flashes, floaters, or curtain of vision loss (emergency)
Advocacy prompts
- Did you dilate my pupils today, and look at the optic nerve?
- What's my eye pressure, and is it in goal range given my ethnicity?
- When should I come back?
1 provider found
Few Black Optometrys listed in NJ yet. Here is how to still get care.
Our directory is growing. In the meantime, the options below can connect you with care from verified Black optometrys regardless of where you live.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a Black Optometrist in NJ?
Use the search and filter tools on this page to browse verified Black Optometrists in NJ. You can filter by telehealth, insurance accepted, and whether the Optometrist is accepting new patients. If the list is short, consider virtual options as many Black Optometrists serve patients statewide or nationwide.
Are there virtual or telehealth Black Optometrists serving NJ?
Yes. Many Black Optometrists offer telehealth appointments in addition to or instead of in-person visits. Use the telehealth filter on this page to see providers who offer virtual care, which can expand your options significantly if local availability is limited.
Why does seeing a Black Optometrist matter?
Research consistently shows that racial concordance between patients and their care team is associated with better communication, greater trust, and improved health outcomes. Patients who share a racial or cultural background with their Optometrist often report feeling more understood and are more likely to follow through on care plans.
What should I ask a Optometrist before working with them?
Ask whether they are accepting new patients, what insurance they accept, and whether they offer telehealth or in-person visits. It is also worth asking about their experience with conditions relevant to you, their communication style, and how they handle after-hours questions or urgent concerns.
Do Black Optometrists in NJ accept insurance or Medicaid?
Many Black Optometrists listed in this directory accept major insurance plans and some accept Medicaid or Medicare. Use the insurance and Medicaid filters on this page to narrow your search. Contact the provider directly to confirm your specific plan is accepted before scheduling.