When you’re scheduling an optometry visit, the biggest time-saver is matching the appointment type to what you want to leave with. If you’re going to Battin Eyecare in Buffalo at 1161 Abbott Rd, Buffalo, NY 14220, it helps to be clear whether you need an update for glasses, contacts, or both.
Tell the scheduler what you actually need: glasses, contacts, or both
Start with your goal. A glasses update and contact lens work aren’t always treated as the same “one-size” appointment, because contact lens visits typically involve additional fit and evaluation steps. If your priority is new eyewear, describe your visit as glasses-focused. If you’re pursuing contact lenses, say that you need the visit to cover the contact lens portion, not just a basic prescription check. If you need updated specs and new contacts, ask how the appointment is structured so both priorities are handled during your scheduled visit.
Being specific also helps if your visit isn’t your first eye care experience. If you’ve had eye exams elsewhere, you can explain what you’re trying to update now, so the staff understands the context before your appointment begins.
Book around “hours by appointment” at the Abbott Rd location
Battin Eyecare lists hours by appointment for the Buffalo location at 1161 Abbott Rd. That means it’s best to call ahead and confirm the visit type you’re requesting fits your schedule. During the call, restate your goal (glasses, contacts, or both) and confirm there are appointment slots planned for that purpose.
If you’re coordinating the timing because you’re busy, this is also the moment to ask whether the appointment you’re requesting is the right match for your outcome—so you don’t end up needing an extra visit to complete the parts you expected to be included.
Request the contact lens appointment as an evaluation, not an afterthought
If contacts are part of your plan, don’t stop at “I need an eye exam.” Instead, ask the appointment to be scheduled in a way that reflects contact lens needs. You can phrase it like: “I’m interested in contacts—can we plan the appointment as a fitting/evaluation, not just a basic prescription check?”
This wording matters because it signals you want the contact lens discussion and fit considerations built into the visit, rather than treated as something separate.
It also helps to share relevant context when you book. If you’ve worn a specific lens type and it hasn’t felt right, mention that you want the visit to address those concerns. That gives the team a clearer picture of what to focus on during your evaluation.
Bring your current eyewear so your exam can focus faster
To make your scheduled time count, bring what you already have. Bring your current glasses, and if you wear contacts, bring the contact lenses you use most often. When possible, be ready to describe what you’re noticing in daily life—beyond what you can see on a chart.
For example, explain whether your eyes feel dry, whether your vision changes during the day, or whether night driving feels more difficult than it used to. Details like these can help the clinician focus the exam on what you’re experiencing.
Use the first minutes of your visit to restate your goal
Once you’re in the exam room, restate what you came for so expectations stay aligned. If you didn’t already say it clearly at booking, say it again: “I’m here for glasses,” “I’m here for contacts,” or “I’m here for both.” A quick recap helps keep the conversation and measurements on track for the outcome you want.
Confirm one scheduling detail on the call
Before you end the call, ask a single targeted question that confirms your appointment matches your goal. For glasses, ask how the visit supports an updated prescription and eyewear planning. For contacts, ask whether the appointment is planned as a contact lens fitting/evaluation. If you want both, ask whether the work will be coordinated in one visit or if a follow-up could be needed.
If you’re not sure which option fits your situation, you can call +1 716-824-2631 and describe your goal clearly. Matching the visit type to what you need—glasses, contacts, or both—helps your time focus on the parts you want to accomplish from the start.