OUR PRACTICE

Welcome to our practice.

Our office team has over 20 years of experience in the industry. Have an insurance question? We have the answer.

Our opticians have over 40 years of combined experience.

"Eyes that look are common; Eyes that see are rare." J. Oswald Sanders

OUR DOCTORS

Dr. Steven Bench

A native of Western New York, Dr. Bench received a Bachelor of Arts degree from SUNY at Buffalo, and a Bachelor of Science in Visual Science and Doctorate in Optometry from the Southern California College of Optometry. He returned to Western New York after college and has been practicing here for 34 years. He has also been an optometric consultant for the Blind Association of Western New York and at the Buffalo Psychiatric Center. Dr. Bench is a licensed foster care parent, and has fostered many teens over the last 20 years. For 25 years, Dr. Bench sang as a member of the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus, and served many terms as a board member and president of that organization. He has also appeared in numerous community theater productions. Dr. Bench currently lives in East Amherst with his two sons. Little known fact: While living in California, Dr. Bench worked in the character Department at Disneyland walking the park and greeting guests as Brer Bear and Baloo!

Dr. Arnold Kraden (Retired)

Dr. Kraden was born and raised in Buffalo, NY. He received an Associates degree from Erie Community College, a Bachelors degree from SUNY at Buffalo, a Masters degree from SUNY College of Optometry, and his Doctorate in Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Philadelphia. Dr. Kraden has been in full time practice in optometry in Buffalo since 1971, and was a part time instructor at Erie Community College for 25 years. He is a long time member of the Western New York Society of Optometrists, and served a term as its president. Dr. Kraden is an avid poker player, and voracious reader. He also enjoys traveling, and if he isn't traveling to Mexico, Las Vegas, or Florida for vacation, he is traveling to visit his three children and seven grandchildren who live in various parts of the United States. When they aren't traveling, Dr. Kraden and his wife live in Williamsville. Little known fact: Before becoming an optometrist, Dr. Kraden was a United State mail carrier in downtown Buffalo!

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Dr. Kayla

Dr. Kayla received her undergraduate degree at Buffalo State College in Biology. During her studies at Buffalo State she was invited into the Honors Research Program. After finishing her undergraduate studies Dr. Kayla continued her studies and earned her Optometry in Boston, MA. Throughout her time in Boston Dr. Kayla could not wait to return to her home town of Buffalo, NY to serve the community she loves dearly,

In her free time Dr. Kayla is an avid snowboarder as she was taught to ski at just 5 years old. She spends her weekends on the slopes at Holiday Valley and Sunday's at the Bills stadium as a season pass and ticket holder.

PATIENT STORIES

I love Dr. Bench and Heather I couldn't "see" myself dealing with any other eye care professionals. Their personalities and professionalism is unmatched in my "eyes" (lol) they truly make you feel as if you are their only patient and truly pay attention to your needs and care. I could go on but I think my message is as clear as my vision is now. Lol thank you so much.

Tanith Butler

I was very pleased with the responsiveness of the staff of Niagara Falls Eyecare. They went over and beyond. This was my first appointment with Dr. Kayla and I was impressed. She was thorough and attentive to my needs. I look forward to future visits.
Deborah Miller

Myself and my husband have been coming here for over 2 years now and we love them! Dr. Bench is so nice and actually take his time in explaining what's going on and what the best options are. The office staff are great wonderful ladies very helpful with great humor. Make you feel very inviting and comfortable. They also have a large assortment of frames both regular and sunglasses as well as contacts. Would highly recommend!

Kimberly Terry

Helpful , knowledgeable friendly staff. The office is clean & modern. Dr.Kraden is the eye professional to visit for your vision health . Glad I'm back. Thank you.

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PATIENT STORIES

Tanith Butler

I was very pleased with the responsiveness of the staff of Niagara Falls Eyecare. They went over and beyond. This was my first appointment with Dr. Kayla and I was impressed. She was thorough and attentive to my needs. I look forward to future visits.
Deborah Miller

Kimberly Terry

Helpful , knowledgeable friendly staff. The office is clean & modern. Dr.Kraden is the eye professional to visit for your vision health . Glad I'm back. Thank you.

Joseph Rydzewski.

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OUR PRACTICE

OUR DOCTORS

PATIENT STORIES

Tanith Butler

I was very pleased with the responsiveness of the staff of Niagara Falls Eyecare. They went over and beyond. This was my first appointment with Dr. Kayla and I was impressed. She was thorough and attentive to my needs. I look forward to future visits. Deborah Miller

Kimberly Terry

Helpful , knowledgeable friendly staff. The office is clean & modern. Dr.Kraden is the eye professional to visit for your vision health . Glad I'm back. Thank you.

Joseph Rydzewski.

I was very pleased with the responsiveness of the staff of Niagara Falls Eyecare. They went over and beyond. This was my first appointment with Dr. Kayla and I was impressed. She was thorough and attentive to my needs. I look forward to future visits.
Deborah Miller