What Is Middlesex Eye and What Does It Offer?

Middlesex Eye Physicians is an eye care practice in Connecticut that combines ophthalmologists and optometrists in one group, offering everything from routine comprehensive eye care to cataract and LASIK surgery. It presents itself as a family eye care provider and says it was founded in 1966. If you are looking for a Connecticut practice that can handle both everyday vision needs and surgical eye care, this is the type of practice to consider; if you need a specific procedure, check that it is listed among its services and available at a location near you.

Who the practice is

The site describes Middlesex Eye Physicians as "the area's most experienced, complete eye care provider," with a team made up of four ophthalmologists and two optometrists. It states that each eye doctor is Connecticut-based and a leader in their field. The practice positions itself as "Your Family's Eye Doctors," suggesting care for a range of ages and general eye health needs rather than a single specialty.

The doctors named on the site include:

• Peter Shriver, DO
• Raji Mulukutla, MD
• Kristy Mascarenhas, MD
• Jessica A. Olayanju, MD
• Nhu-Y T. Dao, MD
• Shaunak Bakshi, MD (joining Fall 2026)
• Howard L. Distelman, MD
• Scot Yap, OD
• Nicole Everett, OD
• Ann M. Carone, OD
• Nicole Aucoin, OD

Services offered

The practice lists the following services:

The site highlights cataract and LASIK surgery as specialties, describing the practice as "Connecticut's Leading Cataract & LASIK Surgery Specialists." For cataract surgery, it says premium lens implants can help patients see clearly up close, at arm's length, and in the distance, with many patients reporting sharper focus, less glare, and brighter vision. These are the practice's own descriptions; individual results vary, so discuss expectations with the surgeon during a consultation.

Locations and contact

Middlesex Eye Physicians lists four offices:

• Middletown: 400 Saybrook Road, Suite 100, Middletown, CT 06457 — (860) 347-7466
• Old Saybrook: 48 Main St. Suite 2, Old Saybrook, CT 06475 — (860) 669-5305
• Guilford: (203) 453-3100
• East Haven: (203) 468-8800

There is also a text line at (860) 362-2544 and an online "Schedule An Appointment" option.

Scheduling and patient tools

The practice has introduced an AI voice assistant called Halo, developed with Transform9. According to the site, Halo is available 24/7 and can confirm, cancel, or reschedule appointments, send non-urgent messages, and answer questions instantly. This is useful if you want to handle routine scheduling outside office hours; for anything clinical or urgent, plan to speak with the office or your doctor directly.

The site also includes patient information pages such as Patient FAQs, an Educational Library, Billing Information, and Patient Financing. The billing section includes a "make a payment" link, so patients can handle payments online. The site does not publish specific prices for exams, surgery, or optical products, so ask the office for current costs and insurance details.

How to decide if it fits your needs

• For routine care or a family eye doctor: the comprehensive eye care, optical, and contact lens services, plus multiple offices, make it a reasonable first call.
• For cataract or LASIK surgery: the practice markets itself specifically in these areas; ask about a consultation, lens options, and what your insurance covers.
• For glaucoma or dry eye: both are listed services, so confirm which doctors and locations handle them when you call.
• For scheduling convenience: Halo may save time for appointments and non-urgent messages, but verify anything time-sensitive with staff.

A practical next step is to call the office nearest you or use the online appointment request, state what you need, and confirm availability, insurance participation, and any preparation required before your visit.