Afsaneh Amini, OD

The best optometry place. The staff is professional and the drs are knowledgeable and happy to…read moreanswer your questions. My family goes from basic eye exams to my crazy prescription they take care of it all. Beautiful office.

Great doctor and staff - straight to the point, very honest and didn't sell me on anything at all…read more I was hesitant to provide background that I started struggling a bit to see road signs at night due to it being my first time at an eye doctor. I was thinking any optometrist would try to sell me on a prescription (ridiculous I know - call me skeptical lol!) The testing took 15 min, very efficient. They caught exactly my issue, astigmatism. I do however have 20/20 so he explained that tho I may struggle in more dimly lit areas, glasses were not necessary! Gave me a prescription anyways in case I wanted to see clearer, but assured me my eyes are developed enough to not need any help currently. Great place! Would have given 5 stars, but their sanitization processes are lacking a bit. Things were a bit dirty - but I didn't mind lol!

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4.7(75 reviews)

Got a nice, patient demonstration of a new technology. The store can do all normal optician…read morefunctions.

I had a appointment with Dr. Makor and she is the sweetest! I was a little nervous to get my eyes…read morechanged because it's been a while and at another location I didn't have a good experience. Dr.Makor makes you feel like a friend you haven't seen in a while. She helped me feel calm and made me laugh a few times. She is worth every penny! I felt she listened to all of my concerns and answered all my questions. The lady in the front that stalls the glasses I wish I remembered her name. She was so sweet! She was also very helpful and patient. She deserves a raise!

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Robert L Grazian, OD

4.3(34 reviews)

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I have had outstanding experiences with the caring people at Dr. Grazian's office. Dr. Grazian…read moretakes the time to get my prescription correct so I can see well. My glasses got a chip in them and they were so responsive in the office to get them fixed. Mark's customer service especially made all the difference. He is very caring and knowledgeable. The lenses were replaced, and the pairs of glasses I've gotten have all worked well for me. The people at this office are all very kind, caring, and provide excellent customer service. If there's any problem, they take care of it. Thank you Dr. Grazian and staff!

I have been trying to find a competent and precise optometrist over the last 10 years, and after…read morehaving dealt with several others who couldn't get my contacts and glasses prescriptions quite right, Dr. Grazian understood my concerns and expectations, and did an amazing job to get them right. In fact, he even assisted me in correcting my reading glasses prescription from the VA at no additional charge. Although their office may be more expensive than others, in this case you do get what you pay for. I would highly recommend Dr. Grazian for any like me that aren't willing to compromise on their eyeglasses and contacts prescriptions. His staff is very helpful as well.

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Eyeglass World

3.4(91 reviews)

0.0 mi

Absolute scammers…read more I want to preface this review by saying that everything that happened to me today happened last year when I ordered my contacts through them as well. That time, I chalked it up to a misunderstanding. This time, it's clearly a scam. Several weeks ago I got my annual eye exam. My prescription didn't change much, just a few degrees in one eye. Still have an astigmatism in the other. I have been wearing the same brand of contacts for years. The doctor asked me if I liked them. I said yes. We had a whole conversation about them being bi-weekly, and her double checking to ensure that I liked that. Then, she trialed me on the updated prescription. This part is important--I opened the trial contacts myself. I tried 3 different ones, just different numbers, *ALL THE SAME BRAND*. I know what they look like, I've been using them for years. My trial was the same as what I always use, what we discussed, and what I asked for. Flash forward to picking up my contacts. I pre paid when I ordered. When I arrived at the store, I look in the bag and the first thing I notice is that there are not enough boxes for a year supply. There are. 12 pairs of contacts. I pick up the box, and it's not my brand. It's the store's own personal brand. Not only are these monthlies, but they're a whole separate brand. I tell the girl at the desk (glass, black hair, shorter) that these are the wrong contacts. While she was professional enough, I do want to say that she was very passive aggressive with me. She told me that the doctor trialed me on this brand. I told her I opened up the contacts myself and that the doctor and I had a whole conversation about it, and that is factually untrue. She just says "okay" and then continued to say FIVE MORE TIMES that the doctor trialed me on this new brand and that I'm wrong. I shut it down each time. Anyway, I ask for my correct contacts, and come to find out that the doctor put it IN MY PRESCRIPTION that I can only have this brand. In my literal prescription, the thing that I should be able to take to any store, she noted that I can only have some soft flex thing or whatever that's in their own personal brand. This is absolutely crazy to me, which I made sure to tell them. I straight up asked to girl helping me "does this not seem like a scam to you? To say that I can only have the brand made by your company?" She didn't really have much to say about it. It was very clear that she thought I was the problem, when they're the ones running a very clear scam. I stayed until they changed my prescription to take that out. We never discussed this brand. Never discussed soft flex. The girl at the desk tried to tell me that my old brand wouldn't work for my astigmatism, but I told her the astigmatism isn't new, and that the brand does cater to it. She did a quick check to very quickly realize I was right. They tried to order me the correct contacts, but I had them refund my order entirely and give me an updated prescription to take elsewhere. This place will never, EVER be getting my business again. It feels like it should be illegal to put that I can only have this company's brand in my official medical prescription. Absolutely absurd. I'm sure they get a kick back from selling their own brand somehow, especially since this happened to me not once, but twice. And on the second time, I clarified with them at the order that I wanted the same brand I always wear, and they confirmed that's what I'd be getting. I walked out of there nearly an hour later with no contacts, and an absolute disgust from this company and Doctor Diem Tran. They should be ashamed of themselves.

america's best is a stretch. used to go to eyeglass world and had no issues. the staff was friendly…read moreand helpful. my lenses were changed out in less than 48 hours. the price was very affordable when paying oop. now that they changed they wont change my lenses cause my frames are designer. they had a long list of frames they won't do. they always had you sign a waiver and they charged you extra for your own frames, so not sure why the negative switch. hope their corporate sees this cause they lost a loyal customer. *2 stars cause their employees are always helpful and knowledgeable

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Stanton Optical

3.7(350 reviews)

Customer Service was 10/10 I came in with my 3 kids (already…read morestressed about it) but this younger girl with light hair was super friendly with my kids! Providing them coloring books and crayons and being attentive to them while being attentive to me. Then after my exam I was told my options for the 2 for $79. Since my prescription was much higher I would need to upgrade which I wasn't too excited about but it was super logical. I was back and forth whether or not I was going to get the glasses or just pay for the exam and get glasses elsewhere. The guy who helped me check out was super patient (cause I was super indecisive) and he even gave me a discount because I was unsure I wanted to buy the frames. I ended accepting the deal:) thank you for your help Santee staff, I didn't catch anyone's name:/

Fantastic customer service. I stopped in to have minor adjustments made to two pair of glasses…read more Even though I hadn't purchased the glasses from Stanton, Jose fixed them within a few minutes at no charge. These days it's not often to experience such great service, with a pleasant personality and smile. They even offered me a bottle of water while I waited. Next time I need new glasses, I'll be going to Stanton Optical in Santee!

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Megan was AMAZING!!

Grosso Ernest J

3.1(11 reviews)

My mother just had the worst experience with this doctor. She was having issues with her new…read morePrescription and when she went in to get them rechecked he literally yelled at her. Told her that she had no idea what she was talking about and kicked her out of his office. He stated that he knew what he was doing and she shouldn't complain because he was right. On top of that during his exams with her he would have inappropriate discussions regarding the fact that kids these days don't have enough sex and aren't making enough babies. Why bring that up when checking someone's eyes? The yelling and berating all happened in front of the doctors wife who stood there. Her comment later was "well he was upset." This type of behavior from a male or from any person is unacceptable. Do not see this man.

He genuinely is, "as good as it gets". 5 stars, 100%. I came here, or rather my mother dragged me…read morehere, after realizing that driving at night is quite frightening when you can't see the signs. So, after years and years of blurry vision and risking my life on the road, I opted for contacts. Stepped in, immediately taken in the room with the crazy eye contraptions. He read my mind, yes it's a scary looking machine but it's not going to poke your eyes out. I already like this guy, he knows me! Quick exam, thorough questions, and I am set up with a beginners set of lenses. He's easy to talk to, and I find myself confessing that the reason it took me so long to get contacts was my nervousness in sticking something willingly in my eye. You know how hard it is to stick something IN your eye? It's against all instincts and as predicted, my eyeballs weren't having it. The assistant patiently taught me tips, tricks, and the basic methods of contact lenses and sat by my side with a tissue box as my eyes streamed a trail of tears, resisting my every effort. After an hour I was embarrassed, I still couldn't do it. I was forever doomed to blurry vision (glasses give me headaches). Enter Dr. Grosso, who told my eyeballs who was boss, opened my eyelids and gently put them right in. Ah, I can see! But then he told me to take them out and have me do it. Tough love! But it worked, and I did it. Sometimes you just need someone to show you how it's done. A year later and I am seeing fine and dandy, road signs and all. My hero. Or at the very least, everyone in San Diego's since I can clearly see those road signs.

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True North Eyecare

5.0(2 reviews)

0.1 mi

I am so impressed with true North eyecare. I went today to get an eye exam and realized it's $30…read morecheaper than when Dr. Mario Arellano was there. They don't charge you extra for anything. I paid $100 for eye exam / testing. Dr. Chris Abbott was very kind and professional explain everything really knowledgeable. made me feel comfortable. I highly recommend him.

I was able to book an appointment on their website on the day I wanted and at my desired time. I…read morewas able to do all check in paperwork, insurance information, contact info online. I didn't have to fill out anything when I arrived. I arrived early and saw the Doctor early. Front desk Staff and Doctor were very friendly and professional. They have all the updated machines to scan your eyes and save a lot of time. There is no extra cost for these either, which other optometrists always try and upsell you on. I was able to use my insurance for the exam and even out of Network it only cost me a 10$ copay with VSP. I was able to get a paper copy of my prescription to take home. I was very impressed with how efficient and professional everyone was. I highly recommend this office and Company. The convenience of their website is amazing and intuitive. Anyone would be able to use it and it doesn't ask to much of you.

True North Eyecare - During a mission visiting 12 nations in 154 days, Dr. Abbott's team distributed 30,862 eyeglasses. Here with medical students in Lima, Peru.

During a mission visiting 12 nations in 154 days, Dr. Abbott's team distributed 30,862 eyeglasses. Here with medical students in Lima, Peru.

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Dr Abbott with his colleagues from the Colombian Air Force in Santa Marta, Colombia

Monvelea Makor, OD

5.0(2 reviews)

Dr. Makor was phenomenal! She was on time, professional, courteous, friendly, and most importantly…read moreKNOWLEDGEABLE. She explains things and takes her time with you. She has been our family optometrist for 3 years and we are thrilled to have found her! She is amazing with our 8 and 10 year old boys. My wife and I highly recommend her!

I have had my eye exams done with Dr. Makor for several years and would recommend her. She is very…read moreprofessional and friendly. Her office is located inside the Target store in Santee. It is easy to schedule appointments online and her office uses my insurance so the only additional cost for me was an optional retinal scan. The Target optical department there has a decent selection of frames as well.

Ronald W Schisler, OD

4.5(2 reviews)

0.2 mi

Working with Dr. Schisler is great. I am incredibly picky when it comes to doctors, and he is easy…read moreto work with, listens to my concerns, and gave me options when it came to contacts. I know I am high maintenance and he handled our appointments with ease. I have been going to him for a couple years now, and I will go again and again! They offer glasses on site which I haven't gotten yet but I am considering picking up a backup pair. You can stop in to ask a question any time the office is open; doctor by appointment only. Highly recommended!

Office staff is always friendly, they do a great job here.read more

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Stephen G.

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10 years ago

I'd been wearing the same brand of extended wear contacts for almost a decade and over the years they have irritated me more and more. I used to be able to sleep comfortably in them and recently I couldn't even wear them for a full day without my eyes becoming dry and irritated. My eye doctor, who is located inside a Walmart Vision Center, told me that my eyes have become less lubricated with age so I accepted that and have continued to wear the same brand contacts in discomfort. I was recently referred to Dr. Amini and scheduled an appointment for an eye exam. Her approach was vastly different from the quick-stop Walmart experience I had become accustomed to. Dr. Amini took the time to understand my vision health history and asked a lot of in-depth questions and really listened to my issues. I felt like she genuinely cared about me and wanted to provide solutions. After completing the exam and her diagnosis, she explained to me that the contacts I had worn for many years were not the right one for me and that was the cause of all my discomfort. She prescribed a different brand of contacts that were better suited for my situation and I have been wearing them for the last two months and the difference is phenomenal. Thank you Dr. Amini for listening and caring about my needs. read more

Ryan M.

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11 years ago

I had such a pleasant experience here. The office was meticulously clean, everyone was professional and pleasant. It seemed like everyone on staff was really happy to see me and glad that I was there. I'm not usually a fan of doctors of any type but Dr. Afsaneh is so warm and personable that it felt like visiting a friend. She patiently answered all of the extra questions I had too. I'm always going to go back here read more

Jason K.

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10 years ago

Great optometrist. I came in for a same day appointment and was able to come back within an hour to receive my eye exam. I recieved my new prescription in under 15 minutes. Dr. Amini is really nice and walked me through the whole procedure. I highly recommend coming here for your annual appointment, you will be impressed. read more

D M.

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11 years ago

I booked an appointment on a Saturday morning and was able to get in to see Dr. Afsaneh Amini the same day. The visit was excellent! Dr. Afsaneh Amini was a pleasure to speak with, very informative. Most important ... I was "In and Out" in 15 minutes ... with amazing service. Dag read more

Vitaliy G.

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11 years ago

Dr. Amini is wonderful. When I started having vision problems, my mom had me go see her. I had a great experience, and she explained everything so I had no question left unanswered. Her staff are the nicest people. Dr. Amini truly cares about her patients and her business. read more

Lori V.

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10 years ago

I took my daughter in for her 1st eye exam and it was a great experience. Both Dr Amini and her assistant were fantastic. They both had a genuine interest in my daughter and even asked that she come back just to show off her new glasses. I highly recommend her office! read more

Judi S.

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11 years ago

Fantastic service! I have Graves disease and normally have to deal with a Dr or Specialist that knows nothing about it. Dr. Amini was spot on with her diagnosis and spent time to check everything out. It's great knowing that I have a doctor close that I can go to. read more

Laura Don D.

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10 years ago

Dr amini was great and spent time explaining to me different contact options. They fit me with samples and taught me how to put them in. I will definitely recommend to my friends read more

Corey C.

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10 years ago

Fast, friendly and easy to talk to. The Dr was very informative and helpful, her assistant was very friendly and very helpful as well! Great experience, will definitely be back! read more

Dave W.

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11 years ago

I was very impressed with Dr Amini's new office and all of her high tech equipment. I am also VERY happy with my prescription! I got some awesome glasses and... I CAN SEE! read more

Madison H.

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10 years ago

I just moved to San Diego from Atlanta and a friend recommended I use Dr. Amini as my eye Dr. Best eye doctor I have ever been to! I would highly recommend her!! read more

Mike M.

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9 years ago

Absolutely great personalities at this office. Dr. Amino really takes the time to make sure your eyes are corrected. I have found my forever eye Doctor. read more

Ilana M.

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10 years ago

I seen Dr Amini for the first time today. She was very helpful, patient and friendly. Great experience overall!

Ahmad D.

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10 years ago

New and well equipped office. Doctor Amini is very sweet and caring.

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