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Little Eyes
1372 S. Rangeline Road
Carmel, IN 46032
Our modified office hours are Monday - Thursday 9am -5:30pm; Fridays 9am - 3:30pm | See COVID19 Reopening Protocols
Meet Dr. Frannie Fiechter
Dr. Frannie Fiechter received her BS in Biology, cum laude, from Butler University, where she first fell in love with the greater Indianapolis area. She then attended Indiana University School of Optometry, where she received her Doctor of Optometry degree. To foster...
COVID-19 Protocols
We are excited to welcome you to our office for your upcoming appointment! Due to COVID-19, there are several protocols that we have put in place to protect you and our staff. Please read the following safety measures that we have implemented. Please complete your...
Dr. Schuetz was recently featured on Good Morning America
Dr. Schuetz was recently featured on Good Morning America"Rise of kids’ vision troubles leaves doctors stumped"Eye doctors are concerned that more children are needing glasses at younger ages.Click on the video below to watch the GMA segment. View the video segment on...
Dr. Schuetz was recently featured on the front page of the Indy Star
The number of nearsighted kids is soaring — and the reason why may not be what you thinkby Shari Rudavsky, Indianapolis Star, Dec 2nd, 2019 - View the full article here.When her oldest child came home from school and said vision screening had revealed he would need...
Congratulations Dr. Downey, now Dr. Wilson!
Dr. Hannah Downey was married this fall, and is now Dr. Hannah Wilson! We were honored to celebrate their wedding, and are so happy for this gorgeous couple. Congratulations Dr Wilson!
Mission Trip to the DR
Giving Back Our entire staff spent a week in the Dominican Republic in February 2019 to serve patients in need. We had been collecting glasses donations for over 6 months before the trip, and our patients, friends, family, eye doctors from all over the...
Dr. Schuetz Featured in National Publication
Dr. Katherine Schuetz was recently featured in the American Optometric Association's national publication, Focus. The techniques we use at Little Eyes to make our patients feel comfortable while getting their eyes checked allow the exam data to be optimal...
Little Eyes Has Moved 5/16/2017
Little Eyes has moved! We are so excited to unveil our new, bigger, state of the art facility opening Tuesday May 16th! We will be closing our current location later this week and opening our beautiful and fun new space next Tuesday. Look for a bigger reception area...
What is Retinal Detachment?
A detached retina is an serious medical emergency that can lead to permanent vision loss if it is not treated promptly. Thanks to innovative treatment options, many people who suffer from retinal detachment can maintain useful vision. Learning about retinal detachment...
Summer Sun Damage and Your Eyes
Sunscreen provides an excellent way to protect your skin from the damaging rays of the sun, but did you know that your eyes can also suffer from sun damage? Long-term exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause a variety of eye problems, ranging from "sunburn" of the...
Parent Reviews
I took our daughter here for her first eye exam yesterday and had a wonderful experience. Everyone was extremely friendly and made my very nervous 4 year old comfortable from the moment we walked in the door. Dr. Fiechter was so thorough and friendly with both me and my daughter! I'm so happy we found Little Eyes and will definitely be bringing both of our children here for all of their eye care needs!
Jennifer Pencek
17:45 28 Oct 22
Very good experience, the doctor is very nice and kind.
Germaine g
16:57 09 Feb 23
Little Eyes is a fantastic place for children's vision care. The staff do a great job helping kids feel comfortable. The doctors pay close attention to my son's health. The other staff members are wonderfully patient and helpful when it comes time to pick glasses.
Heather Carmody
22:38 07 Jan 23
I called this office because the OTHER optometrist's office my pediatrician had recommended was just unpleasant over the phone. As soon as I spoke with the staff at Little Eyes I was impressed and excited to have followed my gut and switched. My husband did the appointment with our son, but he was impressed with everyone he encountered and how great the doc was with our boy. Thank you Little Eyes!
Whitney Beck
14:56 26 Dec 22
I have a 4yo with ADHD and Anxiety. He did great at his first Little Eyes exam. The staff was patient with him. The exam was at his level. He identified shapes instead of letters, and he watched part of a Toy Story movie. They wrapped up the exam right away when they noticed his focus was running out.
Christie Chaney
14:04 12 Dec 22
We absolutely love Little Eyes and Dr. Wilson! She’s absolutely amazing and goes above and beyond to make sure our needs are met!
Shree Wilson
15:32 22 Nov 22
Can't say enough about how wonderful this place is for my daughter. Thanks to the doctors and staff for making it a warm happy place my daughter looks forward to going to!
Tim K
17:06 17 Nov 22
This place is amazing!! Rachel and Dr. Schuetz were so welcoming, positive, and engaging. My three year old's anxiety melted away as soon as she walked through the door. 10/10 would recommend! 🙂
Aja Byers
15:16 31 Oct 22
I had to take my 5 yr old son after he failed his eye exam they did at his school. I was beyond impressed with Little Eyes! They were all so great with him and he was never uncomfortable or scared with what was going on. Everyone did an amazing job at explaining things and being so helpful from checking in to picking out his glasses. We are so glad we chose to take him here!!
Joni Weis
15:18 20 Oct 22
We loved this place! The staff was very friendly when we arrived. Dr. Wilson was amazing with my 3 year old son. She listened to all my concerns and answered all my questions.
Marlene Cruz
22:59 14 Oct 22
The staff is always friendly and accommodating. Dr. Schuetz is wonderful. She is very thorough and just the nicest person. I have recommended Dr. Schuetz to many family and friends.
Erin Carpenter
19:49 13 Oct 22
Very thoughtful and compassionate I couldn’t of asked for a better office to take care of my little daughter couldn’t say enough great things about this place highly highly recommend!!!
Marcus Nalley
19:11 29 Sep 22
Very helpful and caring staff. Dr. Schutz is amazing and very thorough. Will see her too for myself as an adult.
Rinku Sehgal
16:27 27 Sep 22
The Drs and staff are extremely kind, professional, and efficient. Dr Schuetz makes my girls feel comfortable. Great experience!
Chrissy W
18:06 16 Sep 22
We love the staff here at Little Eyes - Carmel. We live 45 minutes away from the office but it is definitely worth the travel to have the doctors here care for my daughters. The staff is always very active in their care and always going the extra mile to ensure top notch customer service and client centered care.If you are the in market for a new pediatric eye doctor, Little Eyes is the place to send your children. My daughters are never nervous when it is time for their appointments since the staff talk to them on their level without talking down to them. They help the girls understand the terminology they are using and allows the girls to decide on which pair of glasses they prefer - even if that means that she tries on 12+ glasses in one sitting! Ha-Ha! Thank you to the staff at Little Eyes for being wonderful for my children. If I can give 100 stars I would!
Michelle Kirk
18:57 31 Aug 22
I lucked out recently because they had a cancelation so I was able to get a same-day appointment for my son. After seeing my son, they informed me of changes to his eyesight and prescription very clearly, and I was appreciative. We brought him a pair of glasses and they were very patient with him during the fitting process. Overall, great experience. We'll be back next year. Thank you.
Melinda Thai
14:03 15 Aug 22
Wonderful, kind, explained everything to my 4 year old and also helped me to understand everything too. Just perfect!
SKT 1978
16:23 12 Aug 22
LOVED this place! Very highly recommend to anyone
Meghan O'Connor
15:47 28 Jul 22
Mary and her team are amazing. Take my grand children there and they are treated like there own. Thanks for making us feel like family.
Steve Dare
17:17 11 Jul 22
We saw Dr. Hannah Wilson, and she was so wonderful with my daughter, who was nervous and anxious about the appointment. She talked to her about the pictures of her eyes and what she was doing throughout the appointment. My daughter got to choose part of a movie to watch 🙂 and a toy at the end of her appointment for doing so well. It was a great experience with a kind and caring staff and doctor! Thanks!
Tiffany Whisner
01:04 31 May 22
Amazing team of staff! Everyone was so nice and friendly, and did a great job with my 2 year old. Definitely would recommend to everyone I know!
Morgan Gill
15:17 28 May 22
Accommodated an emergency from injury and addressed it well! Was reassuring and knowledgeable. Highly recommend Dr Wilson for anxious kids!
Hari Puttagunta
21:45 24 May 22
I appreciate the care and patience given to my daughter. Dr Schuetz was great!
Philip Shaffer
15:56 03 May 22
The doctor we saw was great with our one year old, talking to her and interacting with her and doing what made it easiest for her to check her eyes. We were worried after being sent to the eye doctor by the pediatrician but she was great about answering any questions and explaining everything throughly
Grace K
15:40 26 Apr 22
My son is visiting the Little Eyes since last 4 to 5 years. Doctors always communicate effectively and diagnose the vision accurately.
Ganesh Gadde
23:18 29 Mar 22
We love Dr. Schuetz and everyone at Little Eyes. My daughter has a lot of anxiety around doctor appointments and Dr. Schuetz is great at helping her relax and giggle. As a parent, it's such a relief for me to see the tension leave my daughter's face. Dr. Schuetz is very kind, patient, explains what she is going to do before she does it, and helps everyone leave the appointment feeling happier than when they arrived. If you have a high anxiety child (or even if you don't), Little Eyes is the place for you!
Lauren Milton
17:43 23 Mar 22
Perfect way to check kids eyes. Friendly, doctor, explains as she went, great experience and a pleasant office.
Swathi Williams
03:50 23 Mar 22
Great service and care. Very thorough. Everyone is so good with the kids and seem to enjoy their work. I appreciate that they did not push for new glasses or lenses since my son's prescription didn't change much.
M Everett
19:16 19 Feb 22
Very impressed with our experience at Little Eyes. Very fast and efficient service with zero contact with other patients/customers. They interacted with my 7yo tremendously well and even talked with her about the results of her evaluation (instead of directing all recommendations to me). I was SUPER impressed and wish all offices ran as well as this office does!
Jodi Skiles
15:45 19 Jan 22
I’m so glad we found Little Eyes. The doctors and all of the staff are kind, efficient, and great with kids. My 3 year old truly looks forward to his appointments.
Emily Manor
14:35 17 Jan 22
Dr. Wilson was amazing with my children. Her staff was friendly and prompt. We hardly waited at all. Highly recommend taking your children here.
Katie Kestler
21:27 07 Dec 21
It was the best eye doctor place, and they had tons of cool inventions like googly eye glasses. The eye doctors were nice and I had way more fun than I thought I would.From,Harrison (the patient)
Marisa Zukerman
22:46 15 Oct 21
We had a great experience. No wait, courteous staff, and Dr. Schuetz was very kind and reassuring. She made my daughter an active part of the exam and conversation.
Gwen Shaneck
20:49 13 Oct 21
Love Little Eyes so much. My son has been going since he was 5. The staff is friendly and efficient. Docs are great too!!
Elisa Combs
16:27 11 Jun 21
The whole staff was friendly right from the moment we walked in the door. My son had a bunch of questions about what things are and how they worked. They were so great about answering his questions and satisfying his curious mind. I felt his Dr. was thorough and honest on her opinion of his eye sight. Explained everything very well. We will definitely be using them for annual exams in the future.
Heather Carpenter
19:07 12 May 21
We moved to the Avon area last year and finding a pediatric optometrist that could see my kindergartener was tough. I branched out and found little eyes in Carmel. I am extremely happy we found them. They are not only friendly but great with my boys and get the glasses in a timely manner. I appreciate them so much.
Lesley Bishop
21:00 11 May 21
The staff at Little Eyes are all fantastic with our toddler & we really appreciate it! It's a little bit of a drive for us but worth it for our toddler to have such a good experience with an eye exam especially at his age.
Tina -
17:17 24 Mar 21
Little Eyes was so wonderful with my daughter’s first eye exam. She can be a little anxious and shy but she was made to feel right at home and very comfortable throughout her exam. I loved how thorough the doctor was explaining everything that was happening and what the results of the exam were. I will highly recommend Little Eyes to anyone in the area with little ones needing eye care!
Brittany Wright
02:13 20 Mar 21
We love Little Eyes! We have been going there for several years now and always have a fantastic experience. My kids look forward to their appointment each year!
Kristin Nalbone
12:03 19 Mar 21
My daughter has been going to Dr. Schuetz since she was 2 1/2. She is now 14. Dr. Schuetz Is amazing with kids. All the staff at Little Eyes are friendly and truly care for their patients. The office is set up to be fun for kids. I cannot recommend Little Eyes enough.
carri simpkiss
16:30 27 Feb 21
Absolutely amazing!!! My 7 year old is shy snd gets nervous so easily. She was relaxed, chatty and enjoying every second of her eye apt. Shocked to say the least!!! Thank you so much for the wonderful experience! We’ll be back!
Kari Duke
17:11 03 Feb 21
They do such an amazing job! So friendly and welcomely 🙂
Jennyfer Lingbeck
00:14 24 Jan 21
Excellent, caring, and patient staff. My 3.5 year old is very anxious with doctor offices and new places in general. The staff was very caring and patient with her, getting her checked and fitted for her first pair of glasses. I highly recommend!
Robert Winebrinner
18:47 07 Jan 21
Wonderful staff and doctors. Our little one can get anxious with doctors but instead she had fun and was outgoing with Doctor Hannah. She received a handwritten card in the mail a few days later that made her day.
Megan Stanage
12:29 04 Jan 21
This place is awesome and I would highly recommend. Dr. Schuetz and her team care so much for their patients. If you have a little one that needs their eyes checked this is the place to go.
Andrea Lahee
15:55 31 Dec 20
I took my boys, ages 5 and 7 for their first eye exams, and it was great! The staff interacts with children at their level, the environment is colorful, and they try to make the experience as fun and unintimidating as possible. Their process for keeping everyone safe during COVID is smart. We will return!
Julie F
19:25 15 Nov 20
Dr. Hannah and her team are exceptional at what they do! They have been caring for my daughter for two years, and I would not go elsewhere. Each team member makes my daughter feel safe and cared for.
Caitlyn Swan
12:48 14 Nov 20
Dr. Schuetz and her office staff are very professional and friendly! Wouldn't go anywhere else.
Xia Li
13:50 19 Oct 20
We went to little eyes to get glasses for my five year old, and we had a really bad experience with one of the opticians. The optician pulled two choices and explained that this pair of eyeglasses was the best fit for my daughters eyes. I then asked her to pull more options, and she seemed upset. When I asked where other similarly shaped frames were, her reply was “all over the store,” without walking us around and pointing to options. Almost any time we would suggest another frame, she would say that frame would not fit my daughter. My daughter and I both left frustrated and upset. It felt like the optician was trying to push certain lenses for a commission, and was looking for a quick sale, rather than really caring what my daughter or I liked.
Elizabeth Shively
21:30 07 Oct 20
We had an absolutely wonderful experience here. The doctor was so friendly to my daughter and explained everything very thoroughly. We were then immediately able to pick out her glasses and get everything taken care of in one easy stop. Their COVID procedures were also very well managed. We felt super safe and taken care of throughout our visit.
Meredith Reinker
17:54 07 Oct 20
Great visit! Extremely thorough and awesome with my 6 year old!! Thanks
Mandy Bourff
15:03 29 Sep 20
The best Ortho-K Specialist! When my daughter was 9 or 10 years old, her eyesight was getting worse every year. So my wife and I decided to try Ortho-k lens for her to prevent her eyesight from getting worse. We found Little Eye and miracle happens there. I was thrilled with staffs and Dr. Downey and Dr. Shultz. They are professional and super friendly. My daughter's eyesight is still the same since she got her service from Little Eye. Thanks very much to all staffs at Little Eye!
Jerry Li
23:19 15 Sep 20
Amazing staff and experience for my 5 year old. Really knowledgeable and great with children.
Amy DeNeal
14:50 20 Aug 20
The doctors and staff are warm, welcoming, and professional. Drs. Wilson and Schuetz do an amazingly thorough job, and interact so well with our kiddos.
Julie Ciano
15:34 18 Feb 20
Dr Wilson was absolutely incredible with my 4-year old. He was not the easiest patient, yet she showed patience like I’ve never seen. Dr Wilson gained his trust and it was evident she is passionate about her job and knows what she is doing. We appreciated her expertise and kindness!
Asheley Harris
14:31 25 Jan 20
The staff were very welcoming and friendly. Dr Wilson was so wonderful with my boys. Highly recommend this place for your kiddos!
Sarah Jones
15:51 22 Jan 20
We had an awesome experience with Little Eyes. The exams were very thorough and they were patient with my son. He loved the whole process. Everything was explained before and after exams. Great selection of glasses to choose from.
Kelli Caughman
18:50 17 Jan 20
Dr. Wilson and her team were great with our 4 year old son. Their expertise with diagnosing his eye sight was amazing. We had no clue that our son had any issues, and with their help we were able to give our son a new view on the world. We owe our son's better quality of life to Little Eyes and his pediatrician who flagged it in the first place. I would highly recommend Little Eyes to any parent for their child.
Nick Lianakis
15:50 14 Jan 20
Our visit was super great.
Zhixin Wu
18:14 31 Dec 19
Dr Schuetz is awesome!
n Menon
20:05 28 Dec 19
Dr. Shuetz is Awesome! She is very personable as well as thorough. She includes my children in conversations and is great about explaining what she's doing and why. My entire family has been patients of hers since relocating her and we love the professionalism of both offices.
david young
01:34 27 Nov 19
All of the staff were very kind and patient with my daughter. We had trouble picking which pair of glasses to get for her first pair and the staff never once made us feel rushed. Great customer service!
Jessi Ross
15:49 26 Nov 19
Dr. Wilson is the absolute best! She was so good with my 9 month old. I could not ask for a better experience at Little Eyes. The entire staff was so friendly and the office is very clean and kid friendly.
Sara Covert
00:04 07 Nov 19
Always a great experience. My kids look forward to going to the eye doctor!
Brooke DeRam
16:07 25 Oct 19
Great experience every time with both of my kids. They are excellent at explaining to the kids what they are doing and why! Dr. Downey is fantastic!
mindy g
11:49 07 Sep 19
Amazing staff, and service.
C S
19:21 29 Aug 19
They were so nice and thorough, I was extremely impressed
Diana May
15:15 26 Jul 19
We love Little Eyes! Dr. Schuetz is great with my very talkative and inquisitive son.
Jesica Fox
17:19 19 Jul 19
This place is outstanding!!! The care they take and the approach taken w/ the kids is very smart and comforting. Highly recommend!
Scott Clayton
15:08 26 Jun 19
Dr. Downey is so patient and informative. She made my son feel completely at ease. He loved his visit so much that he can't wait to go back to the 'eye doctor'.
Whitney Knutsen
13:27 21 Jun 19
Staff was excellent as always, quick visit but the Dr. took time to listen to everything my 7 and 9 year old had to say. Can't say enough about how comfortable she made the kids feel.
kelly bozoian
17:05 14 Jun 19
Friendly , Welcoming, and very quick !
Reegen Scott
12:04 12 Jun 19
Staff were amazing with my children, even very active two year old!
Christine Santori
16:22 30 May 19
Little Eyes is amazing! All of the staff are so friendly. We can stop in any time to get my daughter's glasses adjusted. We get top quality eye care. Everyone on staff knows our family, and makes me and my children feel valued. Would recommend Little Eyes to anyone!
Jennifer Zivoin
17:48 18 Apr 19
Our initial experience was very good. We really liked the people who worked there and provided services. However, after buying a set of glasses from them and getting a copy of the prescription, i called back to ask for my child's pupillary distance in order to get a backup pair of glasses. I was then told there were be a $10 CHARGE for this information! WTH?! I hate to be nickle and dimed! They should be ashamed.
TT Samuel
18:03 25 Mar 19
Overall we had a pleasant experience with our 2.5 year old. He didn't have a tantrum so that was a win! The doctor was very good with him. And we didn't get prescribed anything we didn't need. Only one complaint - we had a 20+ min wait to see the doctor and with a 2.5 year old this was a little frustrating! And I didn't feel like they had that great of toys for his age.
Emily Bennett
01:55 23 Mar 19
We love Little Eyes! Dr. Downey is wonderful and has been a wonderful resource to our family. She is so patient with our children and their vision has improved dramatically since we started coming to Little Eyes. The entire staff is fantastic and so easy to work with!
Kelli Davis
18:49 15 Mar 19
Great experience. Everyone was so friendly and the time and care they spent with my daughter was fabulous
Patricia Hawks
17:23 08 Mar 19
Dr. Schuetz provides excellent eye care to my daughters and takes the time to explain to us/parents what the exam reveals about their eye health. She is knowledgeable and approachable to adults and children alike. Above and beyond that, she and her staff make the annual appointments so fun that my daughters ask when they can go back!
Michelle C.S. Greene
16:04 22 Feb 19
Super friendly staff...great first experience for my 7 year old!
Renay Pegg
15:57 20 Feb 19
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1372 S. Rangeline Road Carmel, IN 46032
Our modified office hours are Monday - Thursday 9am -5:30pm; Fridays 9am - 3:30pm | See COVID19 Reopening Protocols