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Kindred Optics has been providing top quality optometric services in Maitland for more than 50 years. Current owner Dr. Ryan Schott joined the practice in 2012 and bought it two years later.

2016 saw the arrival of Dr. Brad Giedd, who specializes in RGP/scleral contact lenses, complementing Dr. Schott’s focus on ocular disease management and myopia control.

In 2018 the practice moved into its current location and was rebranded to Kindred Optics, which operates out of a 2,700-sq-ft. space with four exam rooms and a staff of 10.

Kindred occupies an office condo in Maitland, a scenic, community-oriented suburb of Orlando with a rich history.

The overall vibe is mid-century modern with a dash of primary color, creating an impression that Schott describes as “clean-cut but not too sterile.”

A standout feature of the optical is its frame shelving units. Schott had the glass shelves made by a local glassmaker.

Kindred Optical finds it has little need for social media in its marketing. “Honestly, we are primarily found through word of mouth and our online reputation—i.e., Google reviews.”

The primary frame displays were constructed by Schott himself from solid walnut slabs he milled in his garage.

Kindred Optics believes strongly in supporting small businesses and the local community. Recently they participated in the Maitland Area Chamber of Commerce’s Health And Wellness Expo.

“Our patients mean everything to us,” says Schott. “Without them, we simply cannot exist.”

The practice makes a selling point out of its use of the latest tech, displaying it prominently in social media posts.

When we asked Schott what’s “cool” about Kindred Optics, he didn’t hesitate: “We’re cool because we care—honestly and truly.”

12 Images That Show Why Kindred Optics in Maitland, FL Was Named One of America’s Finest Optical Retailers

12 Images That Show Why Kindred Optics in Maitland, FL Was Named One of America’s Finest Optical Retailers

Kindred Optics has been providing top quality optometric services in Maitland for more than 50 years. Current owner Dr. Ryan Schott joined the practice in 2012 and bought it two years later.