Dr. Eckel has been my optometrist for over five years. When I heard he started his own practice, I…read morequickly set up my next appointment. The staff was kind and courteous. Dr. Eckel is very professional and knowledgeable, but most of all, he is down to earth. Eckel Eye Care is an excellent choice for all of your eye care needs.

Dr. Eckel is truly an amazing guy! He is very personal and truly appreciates you. When he opened…read morehis practice, i didn't think twice about having to drive over 30 minutes to his office. He and his staff are worth it. Now that I am relocating out of state, I am worried that I won't find another optometrist that compares to Dr. Eckel. Do yourself a favor and book your next appointment with him. You will not be disappointed.

If I could give this location zero stars, I would. This has been the most disappointing experience…read moreI've had with an eye care provider, and I have been receiving routine eye care since adolescence. My primary concerns relate to communication and professionalism at the front desk, particularly involving the office manager at the Rocky River location. During a recent visit, I was given incorrect information regarding my insurance coverage for an eye exam. I was initially told that I would be responsible for a significant out-of-pocket cost, which understandably caused concern and led me to consider canceling or rescheduling my appointment. When I attempted to clarify this with the front desk, I encountered inconsistent explanations and was informed that I would be charged a $50 cancellation fee. This was especially frustrating given that the confusion stemmed from misinformation provided by staff. When discussing the matter with the office manager, I found her demeanor to be dismissive and unprofessional, which further added to the stress of the situation. Fortunately, after speaking with a member of the financial department, I was correctly informed that my exam would be fully covered by insurance. While I ultimately proceeded with the appointment, the experience leading up to it was unnecessarily stressful and could have been avoided with clear and accurate communication. Additionally, I observed what appeared to be staff discussing patients within earshot of others, which raised concerns about professionalism and patient privacy. I do want to acknowledge that several staff members were courteous and helpful. However, my interactions with the office manager significantly impacted my overall impression of this location. I hope leadership addresses these concerns to improve communication, professionalism, and the overall patient experience.

Called about being sent a bill for services I didnt receive. The office staff was rude and…read moredisrespectful when I was trying to ask questions and express my frustration.

Dr. Gifford is the best. Have been going to him for 15+years. He is so caring and thorough. Listens…read moreto any concerns you might have. He stays on top of issues you are having. His staff are very pleasant and sweet. I would highly recommend Dr. Gifford as your optometrist.

I was quite disappointed with my first visit to Vision Care Associates. My appointment was…read morescheduled for 11:30 am. My initial assessment did not start until 11:55. When I mentioned my displeasure to an associate, I was simply told "we have been running late all day". No attempt was made to tell me in advance that they were running late or any form of apology. This will be my last visit to the place of business.

I have been seeing Dr. Mumford for almost 5 years and I would not go anywhere. The office staff is…read morevery helpful!

I went in looking for an eye dr closer to me. They were fine. The quality of their lenses is not…read moregood. I payed about 1k after insurance for my glasses. The lenses were off when I got the glasses, which they did order new ones for me. Second try is just as bad. The lenses are very plasticity and I can't see anything. I will not go back to this eye dr.

Dr. Mack was so unbelievably helpful in the process of getting myself contacts! I am deathly afraid…read moreof even touching my eye but he was so patient and taught me tips and tricks on how to put in and remove my contact lenses. I attamepted contacts 5 years prior to this experience and simply thought it wasn't an option for me, but now I love wearing my contacts! He was very encouraging throughout the process so I felt comfortable to practice a couple times before deciding if I wanted to go through with it. Premier Family Eye was warm and inviting and actually made me enjoy a doctors visit! I wouldn't recommend anywhere else. I don't typically write reviews but I feel so strongly about my experience here that I wasnted to share it.

Very friendly and proficient. I highly recommend Premier family Eye Care for their excellence.read more

I had an awesome experience today with the entire staff at Piedmont EyeCare Associates! From the…read moremoment I walked in until the moment I left, they were super helpful, kind, caring, and had a great sense of humor. You don't find ANY of that in this day and age in a doctor's office. Most of them make you wait at least a half hour and then can't wait to get you out ASAP with zero emotion or class...like a bunch of ZZZZZZOMBIES!! Thanks for changing my perception and image of what a doctor's office can be like. They have set the bar very high and I wouldn't recommend anyone else to be the team that cares for my eyes--now and in the future. I especially want to thank Maria for assisting me in picking out an extraordinary pair of exquisitely cool glasses. She is the utmost professional, very knowledgeable at what she does, and has a great sense of humor. She is the BEST!! I can't wait until my new spectacles arrive! Thanks again to Maria and everyone at Piedmont EyeCare!! You made my day and restored my faith at least in the eyecare profession!! See you again soon! SUPER SATISFIED, client, Brenda

NOTE: This review is not regarding the skill of the optometrist at this location. This review has…read moreto do with issues related to communications from this optometrist office and the professional acumen of the staff. You don't have to read the rant below. Here's the issues: 1) Off-putting and excessive security for an optometrist office, 2) Electronic Health Records system questionnaire that doesn't value the patient's time, 3) Incompetent office staff (scheduling appointments within insurance parameters). There are other optometrist offices that provide better customer service. For more specifics: To start, greeting clients with a locked door. I know that it is the 21st century. Certain neighborhoods can be rough. Is Blakeney or Weddington a high crime area? I don't think so. So, why is it necessary to have everything but a retinal scan to get into the office space? So you had someone come in and grab some frames - once (Oakley frames cost about $15/pair to manufacture, you may pay $100/pair). Stop treating the vast majority of people as if they are going to repeatedly violate the security of your business. Between your profit margins and your insurance, you can handle the shrink. Next, let's address the Electronic Health Records system (EHR) that is designed to consume mass quantities of patient time asking questions that are sometimes patently ridiculous. Men cannot get pregnant, this is basic biology. In a digitally active online form in the 21st century, why after acknowledging that I am a man would a form ask me if I'm pregnant (this is a "sex" question, not a "gender" debate)? No reason other than wasting time/energy. Why would such a system not retain information from prior visits and simply ask for changes and updates to previously reported information? Its not a HIPAA thing. Is it because you don't value the client's time? So, you really are going to ask me to fill out this complete multi-page form again for another appointment next week - really!? Finally, lets talk about the importance of scheduling appointments that acknowledges the world of health insurance that we live in and that funds the very existence of the modern optometrist office. When a client completes an appointment and the optometrist tells the person at the front desk to set them up for their annual appointment, it is not a stretch to think that part of the scheduling algorithm would be to include insurance requirements for the ANNUAL check-up. So, imagine my disappointment, when I show up after completing the forms, working my way through security, and the front desk staff asks, "So, you're going to be paying for this visit out of your pocket?" No, I pay a monthly premium so I don't have to. Now, to make it worse, I have addressed these same issues - in writing - to the company at least 2 years ago. They haven't done anything to change them. This optometry office needs significant improvement.

Great business that's been around for years in my hometown, I've come here for years since…read morehighschool. Even after moving all the way to rockhill to give them my business the ladies in the front are extremely professional and friendly and the doctors are always honest and give the most professionalism.

I had a fantastic experience with Waxhaw Family Vision Care! Brittany was absolutely caring and so…read morepatient doing all the testing machines with me explaining what was needed for each step! Lionel was wonderful and took his time helping me get glasses I really liked and that complimented my face shape! Dr. Cress was great at making sure I understood all the test results and plans moving forward. Wendy was extremely welcoming and very kind! I highly recommend this amazing practice for their outstanding staff!

Very friendly staff and Dr Bunich performed a thorough exam and explained everything very well.read more

The staff were all amazing. The nurses were all very kind and attentive and listened to all my…read moreconcerns while setting up my appointment and before meeting the doctor. By far the best doctor I've ever talked to, he was very attentive and validating of my concerns. He was very in-depth with every aspect of my eye injury care and preventative care, and eased my anxiety about it. I will absolutely come back!! I do not regret taking the chance to try this place. Thank you guys!!! :))