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    BJ's Optical

    4.5 (2 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Best optical shop around. Brain is amazing, always so helpful and knowledgeable. He's the reason me and my family keep coming back.

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    Virginia Eye Consultants

    Virginia Eye Consultants

    2.7
    (58 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    So I went in prepared for a three hour visit prior to having some cataract surgery. It was there…read morethat they did all the measurements of my eyes and did a complete exam in doing this exam. They also found out that my eye pressure was very high and so now I need to see a glaucoma specialist. Everyone there was very pleasant, very respectful, and the time went by very fast. I will definitely be going back there and I would highly recommend it to anyone there as long as you're prepared for a long initial visit. I happen to see Dr Scoper while I was there and he was very nice and explained everything thoroughly to me.

    This location for VIrginia Eye Consultants is in Norfolk. It can be a bit of a trek when coming…read morefrom Virginia Beach. When coming here, the GPS definitely gave a roundabout way to get here. For reference, they are maybe a half mile to a mile away from the Military Highway Light Rail Station. Since I generally ride the light rail once a month into downtown Norfolk, I had a different way of getting to this place, as well as the surgery center across the way from this place. The visit here was on April 6, 2026. Getting to the location can be a bit confusing at first just because of the way the road is set up. Once you see the building though, it wasn't too hard to get to it. There was plenty of parking available, including handicap parking on this visit. The reason for this visit was that my mom was referred here by her eye doctor for cataract surgery to see Dr. Scoper. When you first come in, there are two floors, and the one we needed to go to was on the first floor, so that made it easier. Once we came in, they asked us who the patient was and I let them know that and they said to sit down and wait until getting called back up for the check in process. After about 15 minutes, they said her name and that we didn't need to come up as they had everything needed already. We were then given some information and such about cataract surgery while waiting for her to be called back for the first part, which was the testing. This is where it really counted when it comes to the low rating for this review. They did have signs around the waiting area about being short staffed, but it took almost 3 hours to get to the testing portion. During that wait, someone came around with snacks for anyone that wanted them while waiting. That part took about 15 minutes or so, with just her going back there and then came back out to the waiting area. About 10-15 minutes later, we were called to go to the next part of the process. This part of the process included watching a video about the cataract surgery process and such, and then going through the pros, cons, and possible issues with a cataract surgery and the types of surgeries available (there were three types to choose from) with one of the staff members. Due to cost, we went with the least costly option as that was the only type the insurance would cover (Medicare). After all of that was done, there was another waiting period, which took about 30 minutes, until Dr. Scoper was ready to see us about her cataract surgery. He started with a check of the eyes and confirming that cataract surgery would be good for her. He explained the process and how it would go. He told us about the eye drops that would be needed before and after the surgeries, and they have a compounding pharmacy that they use. It would be one that insurance would not cover, but the overall cost was just over $100 for that. This was a great and very informative part of this visit, so this was the best part of it. After that part was completed, we went through the checkout process. This process consisted of scheduling both surgeries and contacting the PCP to schedule a medical clearance ahead of time. The reason for two different dates was one for each eye. The surgeries would be scheduled for May and June respectively at the CVP Surgery Center basically across the street from this location, so the surgery part will be reviewed separately from this one. Overall, the significant waiting process was what kept the review as low as it is. They had signs about being short staffed, but with that being the case, they really shouldn't be scheduling as many appointments with that being the case. You could tell that the front desk staff seemed overwhelmed at times too with so many coming in while we were waiting. Since there aren't many options available in the area, they are still worth looking into. I would call ahead to ask how the wait times would look like and that type of thing so you can be prepared for that on the day of your appointment.

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    Steven Snyder - Mid Atlantic Eye Care

    Steven Snyder - Mid Atlantic Eye Care

    3.3
    (9 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    My mom has seen Dr. Snyder for the past two years. Dr. Snyder performed her cataract surgeries…read morewith no complications. All of her experiences with Dr. Snyder and his staff having been wonderful. Dr. Snyder takes the time to make sure my mom and I are completely informed of what his findings and our options. Dr. Snyder was highly recommended by my mom's primary care physician and we would second that recommendation.

    I don't wear glasses, so I'm not used to having my eye looked at, let alone poked at. Kinda FREAKS…read moreME OUT! But when it became apparent I had some kind of "debris particle" stuck in my cornea and no amount of eyewash would rinse it out, Patient First referred me to Dr. Snyder. I was in a lot of pain at the time and Dr. Snyder was able to see me within a couple hours of calling for an appointment. He had to scrape my cornea to clear the debris. It wasn't scary at all because he was totally cool and told me exactly what I could expect. He was really great at taking the time to explain how it would feel and what I could do to get through it. More than the eye poking, I was afraid of the bill because my health insurance doesn't cover any out of pocket medical costs. Dr. Snyder went with me to make sure I paid a reduced rate when I checked out at the front desk. My bill was only $80. What a relief! He also told me he normally would have people come back in for a recheck, but to avoid cost, I only had to return if I was having a problem. I'm not gonna lie, the short recovery time was painful. But I was better after a day and my eyes are happy and healthy again. Dr. Snyder was great. I would definitely go to him again if I have any eye problems.

    Stanton Optical

    Stanton Optical

    3.3
    (7 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    I strongly advise against coming here, especially if you're particular about your glasses and…read moreprescription. I got my glasses back in January and ended up returning them. They didn't check if the frames were a good fit for my face shape, and they tried to charge me without explaining any of the fees upfront. The staff seemed inexperienced and more focused on pushing their own program on making a sale than actually helping me. I like my glasses to sit a certain way on my face, and when I asked the associate to adjust them to fit my ear, she got visibly irritated. During the adjustment, she scratched the lens and while she clearly knew it happened, she didn't even acknowledge it until I pointed it out. I asked for a replacement lens, which she agreed to, but I still haven't received a proper resolution. It's now May, and I have yet to receive a refund or my benefits back. I've been dealing with Wendy Stainback, who stopped responding to me entirely. As someone who works in customer service, I'm shocked by the lack of accountability and follow-through. Every time I call corporate, I'm told something different, "this wasn't done," "that person didn't follow through," etc. It's like no one knows what they're doing or how to follow protocol. The customer service here is unacceptable. I will never return, and I strongly urge others to stay away. I would put 0 stars if I could.

    I dont know who the people are that gave this place a 5 star rating, but they sound made up reviews…read morebased on what I experienced. they did not say it was a virtual exam until it was time for the exam. They charge a $25 fee for the warranty of the lenses, after 6 months, my reading glasses have peeling around the edge. When I ask about that they said I had to pay %20 of the cost for a replacement. What a scam that is!! When I picked up my glasses, they were dirty, finger smudges all over them. Stay away from Stanton Optical, unless you just want a junk pair of glasses.

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    Gross Fredric J MD

    Gross Fredric J MD

    2.6
    (5 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    Dr gross is the WORST doctor my father has ever seen in his lifetime! Dr Gross MINIMIZED every…read moreconcern my father raised. He definitely did not feel seen nor heard!My dad has an ALS disease and ALSO going through chemotherapy for cancer. His previous eye doctor said he has cataracts and a surgery should be performed. When he was seen by Dr Gross, he advised against the surgery and we RESPECT that because of his knowledge as a doctor. However, Dr. Gross' condescending remarks were unacceptable! Verbatim, he said, "Your glasses are so dirty, maybe that is the reason for your declined vision" My mother proceeded and asked, "if he doesn't need cataracts then why is his vision declining?" I kid you not, Dr Gross said, "well, just have him remove his dirty glasses so he can see" ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!?! THIS IS NOT OKAY! My parents are asian, and there is a language barrier - but to be treated as such is against the medical oath that this Dr took. His moral compass is off! Nowhere is this lifetime did my father receive such an awful encounter from a doctor! His bedside manner is terrible! This negative experience of Dr Gross' behavior deterred us from ever coming back. THIS DOCTOR HAS NO COMPASSION, POWER TRIPS AND VERY CONDESCENDING! And his scribe, she is very rude as well. Patients do not lie, the reviews of this place speaks volumes.

    Dr Gross has devoted his life towards helping patients like me see better. I have been seeing him…read morefor abt 20 yrs.Unfortunately, I have problem eyes. Several different unfortunate issues. Each one has been addressed by Dr Gross, medically and surgically. He is an extremely caring, personable, and intelligent doctor. He has wonderful and fast techniques that deliver optimum results. His entire staff is smart, friendly, and caring. I would give him a higher number than 5, if I could.

    BJ's Optical - opticians - Updated August 2026

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