Camden Eye Care Center
Your Local Eye Doctor in Camden, SC
Located just a couple of blocks outside of downtown Camden, Camden Eye Care Center has been a trusted, locally owned optometry practice serving Kershaw County for over four years. Our newly renovated office pairs a warm, small-town feel with the kind of advanced diagnostic technology you’d expect from a much bigger city — including an on-site optical laboratory, so many glasses and repairs can be handled without a second trip.
Whether you’re due for a routine eye exam, need help managing a condition like glaucoma or dry eye, or want to update your eyewear, our Camden team is here for patients of all ages, five and up.
Meet Your Camden Eye Doctors
Meet the experienced eye care professionals dedicated to protecting your vision at Midlands Eye Care Centers. Dr. Benjamin Ondersma and Dr. Noah Cribbs are committed to providing personalized, comprehensive eye care with a focus on patient comfort, education, and long-term eye health. As DPA and TPA certified optometrists, they are qualified to diagnose and treat a wide range of eye conditions while delivering thorough eye exams and customized vision care. Whether you’re visiting for routine care or specialized treatment, you can trust their expertise, compassion, and commitment to helping you achieve your best possible vision.
Dr. Benjamin Ondersma
Dr. Benjamin Ondersma, owner and optometrist at Midlands Eye Care Centers, brings more than 15 years of experience providing exceptional eye care to patients throughout the Midlands. A graduate of Ferris State University and the Michigan College of Optometry, he is DPA and TPA certified, allowing him to diagnose and treat a wide range of eye conditions. Since 2010, Dr. Ondersma has been committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care while utilizing advanced diagnostic and treatment solutions to help patients achieve their best vision.
Dr. Noah Cribbs
Dr. Noah Cribbs is a practicing optometrist at Midlands Eye Care Centers. A graduate of Ferris State University and the Michigan College of Optometry, Dr. Cribbs is passionate about helping patients achieve clear, comfortable vision. Dr. Cribbs is a member of the American Optometric Association as well as DPA and TPA certified, enabling him to diagnose and treat a wide range of vision and eye health conditions.
Services Available at Our Camden Location
- Comprehensive eye exams — for children (ages 5+) and adults, including vision testing and eye health screening
- Glaucoma evaluation & monitoring — especially important if you have a family history or are at higher risk
- Dry eye assessment & treatment
- Diabetic eye exams — catching early signs of diabetes-related eye complications
- Contact lens fittings
- Eyeglasses & custom lenses — with on-site lab capabilities for faster turnaround
- Emergency eye care — for sudden vision changes, foreign objects, or eye infections like conjunctivitis
Why Camden Patients Choose Us
Midlands Eye Care Centers is proud to be a locally owned and operated practice, offering a personalized alternative to large corporate eye care chains. Our newly renovated office features a convenient on-site optical laboratory, allowing us to provide efficient, high-quality service. Our DPA and TPA-certified optometrists are qualified to diagnose and treat a wide range of eye diseases in addition to prescribing glasses and contact lenses. We believe every patient deserves individualized attention, which is why we take the time to listen, answer questions, and ensure you never feel rushed during your visit. For more than four years, we have been honored to provide trusted, compassionate eye care to families throughout Kershaw County and the surrounding Midlands communities.
Camden Eye Care Center
408 E DeKalb St,
Camden, SC 29020
(803) 424-1142
Monday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed for lunch 1:00-2:00 PM)
Tuesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed for lunch 1:00-2:00 PM)
Wednesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed for lunch 1:00-2:00 PM)
Thursday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed for lunch 1:00-2:00 PM)
Appointments required — walk-ins currently are not accepted, so patients should call ahead to schedule.
