I was referred to Dr. Mitzel at Arizona Eye Specialists by my optometrist at Optical Gallery Arizona due to what they believed was high ocular pressure. It took a few weeks to get an appointment, but that is to be expected with most any specialist these days. Plus, it was not a STAT referral and I did not mind waiting (I have massive white coat syndrome when it comes to the eye doctor!)
Their office is conveniently located right on Thunderbird Blvd. in Glendale across the street from Banner Thunderbird Hospital. Super convenient and centrally located. Plenty of ample parking typical of any medical complex. Parking lot and entryway are quite clean as is the lobby of their office.
I was greeted immediately by the medical assistants at the front desk. I filled out the normal allotment of new patient paperwork and they scanned in all of my information. I did not wait long for my appointment and was even called back early.
They started off with a basic vision test and even confirmed the new Oakleys I received at my optometrist was, indeed, manufactured at their lab with the incorrect RX. I knew this was the case, but they confirmed I am not insane and am barely capable of seeing 20/60 with this new pair of glasses I got just a couple of weeks ago. I was not a fan of the eye pressure test simply due to the white coat syndrome I have when it comes to eye doctors. The MA's who administered the test for me were so incredibly sweet, kind, caring and patient. I do not recall their names, but I'm certain they'll recognize my Yelp photo and name and be, like - oh yeah. I remember that dude. Sorry ladies!
Anywho, once that God awful test was over, they dilated my eyes in preparation of seeing Dr. Mitzel. And I don't know why all these Yelp'ers in previous reviews are, like, "0h mY G0D, wHy diDn'T tHeY tEll mE tHEy wErE g0nnA d1L@tE MY eYeBaLLz?!?!"
GTFO. You're paying to have a comprehensive eye exam done. Why WOULDN'T they be dilating your eyes?! Put on some sunglasses and kwit'cher whining.
I was able to be seen by Dr. Mitzel who reviewed all of my information. He confirmed (along with the MA's) that my pressure was within normal range. Dr. Mitzel was very thorough and took time explaining everything to me. He wasn't dismissive at all and did a thorough exam of my eyes since they were dilated.
After I checked out of my appt., I asked for a copy of my office visit notes and guess what? They showed up in my e-mail the very next day!
My appointment was confirmed. I received excellent care. The clinic is clean. The staff is so kind, caring and professional. I would not hesitate at all to recommend Arizona Eye Specialists to my family, friends and fellow Yelp'ers. read more