Family Care Vision Center Call Today 201-939-2463 31 Park Ave Rutherford, NJ 07070 HOME ABOUT OUR PRACTICE SCLERALS VITAMINS More OUR PRACTICE Our private practice is the longest continuous medical office of any type in the state of New Jersey. It was established in 1886 by Dr. Franklin Seward and continued by his son Dr. Franklin Seward Jr. in 1916. In 1934, the Purnell generation started with Dr. Herbert Purnell, followed by Dr. Robert Purnell (Lic # 27OA00276700) in 1966, and Dr. R Schorn Purnell (Lic # 27OA00544700) in 1996. Joining the practice was Dr. Brian Lilin in March of 2017 and Dr. Jake Daub, a Rutherford high school graduate, in the fall of 2017. While serving the visual needs of Bergen and Eastern Passaic counties, Dr. Robert goes with medical mission teams to Rwanda, Kenya, and Jamaica. Dr. Schorn is on the board of Team Healthcare which sends medical teams to third world countries, which includes Peru, Mali, Kenya, and others. We are Located in the heart of Rutherford's main strip on Park Ave and one block away from the NJ transit. We detect visual problems that can affect athletic performance, correct refractive error problems, enhance ocular skills, protect from ocular injury and manage any ocular traumas or infections due to contact lenses. “Dr. Schorn is the greatest. He has taken care of my families eyes for the last four years. So happy to have found him! He is absolutely great with my two shy reticent kids who refuse to crack a smile ever, but with him he is like butter to them!" Rose L. “My 16 yr old daughter was told by 5 other doctors that she was not a contact lens candidate. She despised wearing glasses and pretty much walked around seeing poorly. After much motivation and detailed training with Dr. Purnell she now is a very excited contact lens wearer and I am very grateful for his patience with my daughter!" Samantha C. “Both Dr. Purnell's are super nice and know their stuff especially Dr. Robert. They are kind and take their time. They make you feel very comfortable. The office is adorable because there is a great little section for children. He is super amazing and nice. I highly recommend!" Steven J. “Dr. Reena is amazing. She saved my life. I had a pseudo-tumor and she was the first to find it by a simple eye exam. I am forever grateful by her and this office!" Jessica R. PATIENT STORIES OUR DOCTORS Dr. Robert Purnell PCO Graduate B.S. in Visual Sciences and earned his optometric degree in Pennsylvania. After graduation, he completed his residency at Gesell Institute of Child Development located at Yale University. When he began practicing he worked alongside his father and now works with his son in the same private practice. He also continuously provides quality eyecare to third world countries. Dr. Robert likes to spend time with his seven grandchildren, wife and watch sports when he is not in practice. Dr. Reena A. Patel SUNY Graduate After graduating SUNY optometry, she went on to complete her residency in primary eye care with an emphasis in ocular disease at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Lyons and East Orange, NJ. Dr. Reena joined our practice over 5 years ago. She performs routine eye exams, evaluation and fitting of contact lenses, and diagnoses, treats, and manages eye conditions. She also manages pre and post care for refractive and cataract surgery. Dr. Schorn Purnell (Owner) PCO Graduate He is the third optometric physician in the Purnell family. He did his training at Pennsylvania College of Optometry and his residency through the veteran's administration at Lyons Veteran's Hospital in N.J. He is active on the board of Team Healthcare Inc, which is a medical missionary organization that serves several countries in varying medical fields. He is also apart of the AOA, NJSOP and Rutherford Lion's Club. Hours of Operation: Mon 8:30AM-3:30PM Tues 8:30AM-3:30PM Wed 8:30AM-3:30PM Thur 8:30AM-6:00PM Fri 8:30AM-3:30PM Sat 8:00AM-12:00PM Sun CLOSED The office is closed daily from 12:15-1:15 for lunch VISIT US 31 Park Ave Rutherford, NJ 07070 CALL Tel: 201-939-2463 Fax: 201-939-1454 Call & Schedule Your Appointment Today! 201-939-2463