About 2 months ago, I took out my contacts, put them into the cleaning solution, and reached for my glasses, which weren't where they were supposed to be. I subsequently walked around the house, barely able to see, trying to figure out where I had left them, wandering from room to room, closely looking at every table and countertop. "NO MORE", I said. I wanted options to be less reliant on glasses and contacts, on which I've been dependent for over 40 years. I made an appointment with Dr. Hwang, and from the moment I walked into the office, I knew I was good hands. Everybody was friendly, professional, and personable. I can actually list names of his staff with whom I interacted; they are all so easy to deal with and talk to! Dr. Hwang came into the exam room and we discussed my options, which included LASIK and IOLs (intraocular lenses). He is crazy smart and not only completely answered all my questions, I could actually understand everything he said; he's got a really good talent for making the complicated things easy. I couldn't have asked for a better specialist to help guide me through the process. After careful thought and weighing the pros and cons he laid out, I decided to have refractive lens exchange (RLE) which basically is cataract surgery but without my having cataracts. I chose a newer, extended range lens similar to a multi-focal that promises good near vision as well as distance. He performed the surgery a month ago. The surgery staff were just as amazing as his office staff; they work together like a well-oiled machine. Everyone was friendly, respectful, professional, and overall blew me away with how little it felt like actual surgery. The experience was painless, not even uncomfortable. It was quick. It was easy. That night I woke up and glanced at my alarm clock, and realized I could see it from lying down; no more reaching out to pull it closer! I went back to work two days after the surgery, seeing near, seeing far, seeing the computer screen, all without needing to reach for my glasses. It's amazing! The most impressive thing of all is I will never get cataracts and my vision won't significantly change as I get older. I want to give a big shoutout to Dr. Hwang, his staff, and the surgery center for taking such fantastic care of me. Thank you! read more

Arizona Eye Specialists - Ophthalmologists Near Me - Goodyear, Arizona

First, the doctor was great, but the staff needs work. Showed up for my eye exam and presented my insurance card. She asked if I had proof of eye coverage. I said I had it on my ins. She wanted and asked for written proof or she had to charge me. I paid the fee and went home, verified I had coverage, and called back. I was told I already paid and that was that. I called my provider who called them to tell them I was covered and to bill them. When I called back, I was told I would not get a refund unless they were paid in 3-4 weeks. I was telling this to the place I went to get my glasses from who verified my coverage from the card, and they thought it was crazy. Our consensus was incompetent or lazy; I am going with both. read more

Dr Susie Gill has been fantastic. Very caring and reassuring. I was referred to that office due to an ulcer on my eye that was very painful and extremely sensitive to light. Because it was getting close to the holidays, she made sure I received quick and sensitive care. I cannot say enough good things about the way she reassured me and made me feel like a priority. read more

Dr told me the straight truth about my eyes and what needed to be done to correct them or keep them about the same and not let them get worse. The staff was very polite and considerate and help me in any way they could, including helping me call a ride after the injections. read more

That front desk woman with the dark curly hair in a bun a blue eyes was super rude and sent me out just because my referral from my primary didn't have some date on it as she said they could t see me and had to reschedule (could had been a lie). She was rude as soon as I got in there to check in. Very unprofessional and loud saying mean and rude things in from of all the patients waiting. Very embarrassing. After I took the day off work to make it to this appointment. Never going back there again. Keep your personal problems at home lady. I didn't deserve to be treated like that. read more

After waiting one and a half hours and watching the doctor and her manager, talk to their staff about lunch about girls stuff I sit there and wait and wait and wait. Finally I said something regarding your 90 minutes late for my appointment and they respond. Oh she'll be right with you she's working on, something else So I'm professional Arizona eye specialist. I think you need to improve your skills customers. Do not like waiting 90 minutes for you and you do not like waiting for us so we show up on time but it gives you the right to be an hour and a half late. read more

The very best eye doctors work here. They are very competent. I have trusted this company for many years.

Successful cataract removal! Still questioning the billing service though. Hopefully the incorrect billing will be corrected.

This place is a joke and the worst possible experience that you can imagine. The front desk is rude and do not even have a clue how to treat people. Doctor Skybill was a great doctor but he is no longer available. The current staff is totally and utterly incompetent. One star rating for this place is way too high. read more

Always the best care for my aging eyes. Never have to wait, right on time with the scheduled appointment and Dr. Skibel is the best.

I can see again!!! What price, what amount of stars, can you put on that???!!!! As a healthcare professional I had heard many stories about the miraculous return of sight after cataract removal and installation of intraocular lenses. Rapidly, I was losing my sight and it became more and more difficult to perform my job functions. Not knowing any of the physicians at the Arizona eye specialists I chose Dr. Hwang randomly. When I met him, I was immediately impressed with his straightforwardness, his candidness, and his professional outlook. He said that's a combination of my cataracts and astigmatism and underlying retinal disease made my case a difficult one, and that he could not guarantee 20/20 vision, or more light into the eyes, or a sense of return of color vibrancy. But, he did believe that I would be pleased with the result. He asked me if I wanted to have the surgery done right away and I replied yes. I was pleased that the surgery was scheduled within two weeks. The first surgery of the left eye went very well, and I was amazed that within a week after the surgery my vision was restored to 20/20 vision in the left eye. Dr. Hwang was also very pleased with the result of the first surgery. Yesterday I underwent surgery of the right eye, which also went well. Today for the first time since childhood, I performed by daily tasks without having to wear corrective lenses. I am very impressed with Dr. Hwang and with the entire staff at Arizona eye specialists and their affiliate, The Spectra eye Institute. Thank you very much for your wonderful service. I will certainly be referring my visually impaired patients to your facilities. Sincerely, Dr. LP read more

Dr Hwang is a wonderful doctor and always care about my eye health. Dr. Hwang do ask many questions to be sure that I am aware or may not realize how eye health is very important. I do recommend you to consider to come to Az eye specialists and do make appointments with Dr. Hwang. read more

Absolutely The best experience I have had for my eyes. D. Skibell is wonderful! He takes his time he explains everything and is very thorough. Everyone on the office staff has been welcoming and very courteous. They strictly adhere to COVID restrictions and make sure that you are in a safe environment. I highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a good eye doctor office! read more

I have only had positive experiences seeing Dr. Skibell. He takes the time to explain everything and gives you several options when needed. He is very thorough and also very caring. Everyone in the office are very professional and kind. read more

With all the great reviews I called to make an appt here for an eye exam. Was on hold FORVER, finally got through and the operator was rude and hung up on me. I was quite shocked but at least I know to move on to a better place. If the scheduler was that bad then exam would be scary to go to. Maybe it was a blessing the operator was so rude. It was a heads-up for me to not go here. read more

Dr Hwang is a great doctor. I am very happy with all visits that I am satisfied with my eyes care. Dr Hwang is empathetic to my needs and always listen to my concerns and do give me good advises or suggestions to make sure that my eyes are in good or excellent condition. Highly recommend you to see Dr Hwang read more

Highly efficient and friendly office - little wait time and most importantly, Dr. Hwang is amazing - cataracts gone and follow up spot on.

This office is a mess. From giving my mother the wrong address to take my grandmother to for her surgery, to having to wait for the Dr at the follow up appointment an hour this is not ok. When you have a 9am appointment you should not have wait until 10am to see the Dr. read more

Had a very positive experience with cataract removal. Dr Hwang is professional and personable. All office visits and the surgery were timely and prompt. I am amazed at the improvement in my visual acuity. read more

Friendly staff, everyone wore a mask, excellent service received from Dr. and staff. Dr. listened to my concerns, and towards the end of my visit, he gave me coupons and samples. read more

Dr Anne Floyd was very professional and I was concerned I had some Eye issues and literally I left there feeling so much better that I have healthy eyes and just need something for dryness I would recommend her 100% read more

I have visited this office annually for several years after relocating to Arizona and feel fortunate having such an outstanding practice close to home. I am quite pleased with the annual visits and care provided by Dr. Skibel. My appointments are always on time with excellent care provided by him and his administrative and support team. Most recently I was referred to Dr. Stephen Hwang of this practice who provided an extensive cataract eye exam and assisted me in making important decisions for future surgery. He along with his professional staff are to be commended for their expert patient care, compassion and following up with return phone calls in reference to my many inquiring questions while putting my fears at rest. Thankful and grateful to Dr. Skibel, Dr. Hwang and the Arizona Eye Specialists Team, I feel fortunate and complete confidence in their care. read more

I'm a new patient, saw Dr. Skibell. Already had my new patient paper work completed when I arrived, so there was no wait time got right in. Went through all my testing. The tech I had was a little to quite for me but she was fine. Went through all there testing which I'm use too. I was diagnose with glaucoma some years back. The reason I was seeing Dr. Skibell, is my previous doctor from a different practice left. So I had to find a new doctor. Did my homework and decided to try AZ Eye Specialist and Dr. Skibell. Dr. Skibell, took his time to explained my tests results to me and asked if I had any question. The office was quite not like some where they are busy busy. If you have eye issues I would recommend Dr. Skibell and his team. And for the office staff they were friendly and receptive. I did have to wait several months to get in. Not sure if that was because of Covid. read more

This is the worst eye office. I needed one dmv form filled out and 3 times I had to go back. First time they used white out, the 2nd time the dmv rejected it fir not being complete. Yep it didn't have my name, whether I wore glasses, you know the crucial dmv parts. The incompetency of the staff is dumbfounding. read more

Very thorough exam. I was impressed with the time and attention they paid to me. I only gave them 4 stars because they do not do refractions and I think I need a new perscription, read more

I have been cared for by Dr. Bentley Skibell for quite a good number of years now and have found him to always be extremely professional, efficient, and with an excellent positive attitude. Very thorough and always willing to answer questions. I would recommend him to anyone seeking help with their eyes! read more

Dr. Hwang is one of the most caring and professionally excellent doctors I have met. He has the unique ability to make you feel like you are his only patient. The most professional and kind office staff. read more

14 years ago, these fantastic professionals did a magnificent job of removing the cataract from my right eye. Back then they exceeded my expectations in professionalism, kindness, skills, timelines, knowledge and execution of their fields of expertise. How wonderful and reassuring it was to have these people 14 years later resolve my left eye cataract problems. Somehow this time they managed to outperform and exceed their previous excellence of execution. No, neither do I work for them nor are they compensating me for this review. I can in summary only reaffirm that they have twice incredibly blessed me when I've trusted them with critical care of one of my senses. read more

I have been a patient of Arizona Eye Institute for some years now. Having had eye issues for several years, I've been around several Ophthalmologists over that time. Dr. Bentley Skibell and Dr. Stephen Hwang are two of the best. They are professional, well trained and very experienced doctors and I would recommend their service to absolutely anyone looking for the best eye care in Metro-Phoenix. The staff at the Arizona Eye Institute is also the best. To friendly greetings to competent care to each patient, they are the best. You only get two eyes, ensure they get the best care available, go to the Arizona Eye Institute and you will see what I am talking about. Highly Recommended. Mike H. read more

Excellent Covid procedures and exactly on time. I did not have to wait around in the waiting room or some boring exam room waiting. In and out in about 10 minutes. read more

Friendly and courteous staff. Very knowledgeable Doctors who know how to explain throughout your appointment what they are doing and why. They care about there patients and let you know what to expect now and further down the road. Patient and understanding I highly recommend this office. read more

This is a great place very professional but friendly make you feel at ease. I had cataract surgery a year ago but dr Hwang he is fantastic I had great results my vision is almost 20/20 now. I would recommend this place and definitely dr Hwang whole heartedly. Thank you for all you do read more

The Dr. who finally saw me was wonderful. I guess I hadn't ever been to an opthamologists office where the technicians do all the testing first before the Dr sees you. It was fine. The Dr then comes in to see you. It's a busy office, so waiting may be necessary. I had a 1:30 appt and didn't get out of there till 3:30. Care seemed very thorough and the techs are all very sweet, read more

I recently had cataract surgery by Dr. Stephen Hwang. He is exceptional. I have worn glasses for the past 30+ years for both nearsightedness and farsightedness. After the surgery, I now have 20/20 vision without paying for the upgraded lens. This is all due to this skilled surgeon. Also his staff is exceptional as well. They treat everyone with courtesy and professionalism. read more

Totally professional and compassionate! Had all my questions answered in a detailed way taking the time to carefully explain. I felt confident with my care! read more

Showed up 15 min early to do paperwork and receptionist were fine. Sat waiting for my apt without knowing they were running late. As I sat there three people came in were seen and left before I was even taken back to my apt. Yes they could've been tech appointments but it was still irritating not getting an update and sitting there for over 45 minutes before being seen not counting the 15 minutes early that I was there. Plus my husband had to takeoff work because I couldn't see and without getting any updated information he had to just wait for me in a parking lot for hours. Due to covid they wouldn't let him come in. Once I got back to start the testing the assistant that did all my tests was wonderful, Friendly, nice and really pleasant to be around. The Dr was a huge disappointment he was rude and very condescending. Horrible bedside manner. I can see why I got in to an appointment in 2 days versus October at the original one I want to schedule at. The only saving grace for the two stars was the assistant. She was the only pleasant part of this whole visit. I would NOT recommend this clinic. read more

I recently moved to AZ and feel fortunate to have found Dr. Skibel. He makes me feel like my vision is in good hands!