Dr. Steven Johnson was a recommendation from my insurance agent. He had great success so I went to…read moresee if my cataracts were ready to be removed. Dr. Johnson was great about discussing my eyes and the choices for lenses. His staff is very helpful and concerned about my well being. After all the tests, I indeed need surgery. It was scheduled by Lorraine that day and she even coordinated with Dr. Daniel Hile for checks in between surgeries. It was an amazing surgery at San Luis Surgery Center. I felt very safe and was cared for. Thank you all for a great experience.

My optometrist told me I had cataracts and recommended Dr. Johnson at Central Coast Eye. Short…read morestory: Everything went extremely well. The results exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend Dr. Johnson. If you want more details read on. My eyesight has always been problematic. The amblyopia in my right eye was not diagnosed when I was a child. As a result, I have never had binocular vision. The lens for my right eye has basically been a thick magnifying glass for the last 50+ years. On my first visit with Dr. Johnson, I was impressed with the thoroughness of the exam and friendliness of his staff. Dr. Johnson characterized my eyes as "challenging" because in addition to the amblyopia in my right eye I have a partial hole in the macula of my left eye. On top of that, I had astigmatisms in both eyes. He recommended a modified blended vision option with an intermediate focal point lens for the amblyopic eye and a monofocal distance lens for the left eye. Both lenses would be sized to increase my visual acuity to their maximum potential and thereby minimize the need for glasses - except for reading. I was a bit hesitant and lobbied for a multi-focal lens or an extended depth of field lens for my dominant left eye since that is what many in my peer group had successfully received. He carefully explained why that would produce a poor outcome for me. I heeded his advice. I had the two cataract surgeries a week a part. My world is now brighter and clearer than I ever remember. I want to thank Dr. Johnson for his patience in understanding my individual situation and providing the type of seasoned advice that you would expect from an experienced medical professional.

Dana and The office staff are excellent .very professional The Doctors are top notch. I highly…read more recommend sLo Eye Associates are great.

Very disappointing customer service. I had multiple…read moreappointments canceled by them due to their doctors' scheduling and then no call back to reschedule. I had to call multiple times to finally get scheduled weeks later.

Dr. Amir is my favorite doctor for my mother. We see many…read more He performed cataract surgery years ago and we follow up with annual visits. This doctor has the best manner, ever. Polite, no-nonsense, but will answer any question you might have. A skilled surgeon that has my mother's eyes as good as they can be. Ten stars!

I only recommend Dr. Amir Ahmad if you need an Ophthalmologist examination, I do not recommend him…read morefor Optometrist visits (eye glass exam). My appointment was for an Optometrist visit with the doctor. Instead I was taken to a room for an exam with a technician that was in a hurry and not very good. The doctor came in, signed the paperwork and left. I was sitting in the chair waiting for the doctor to examine me when they escorted me out! The prescription was wrong and I had to return. Pacific Eye then CHARGED ME AGAIN for a follow-up exam a week later. Since I had used up my vision insurance visit, they insisted on charging my Medical Insurance. I FELT THIS WAS VERY UNETHICAL FOR A DOCTOR TO DO. I considered complaining to the medical board about this, but I never did. It just felt wrong for this to happen. The new prescription was better, but still not 100%. They re-made the glasses and they are okay for me. I probably will not be back to this establishment.

I had bilateral cataract surgery here in April. The experience in the office was professional and…read moreefficient. Dr. Goodman listened to what I had to say, and went out of his way to satisfy my questions and special requests. The surgery center and follow up were fantastic. Dr. Goodman makes his patients feel comfortable. He is very competent and confident in his field of expertise. I 100% recommend Dr. Goodman and his staff if you require eye surgery.

I have had my catract removed and procedure went very smooth. I love it that I got all the eye…read moredrops before and after so recovery was very easy. Dr Goodman is very nice and he also explains everything that he will be doing durning the surgery . He also goes in great detail what restrictions you may have after surgery . Surgery for removal lasts about an 1 or so but mainly depends on the case everyone has different eyes. I love how friendly all the staff is and how helpfully they are. It is an outpatient procedure for surgery staff ent above and beyond walking me to my car and making sure I was okay afterwords.

C02 Laser/Brow Lift/Lower LID Herniated Fat Removal…read more Dr Hellman works miracles. 3 months after surgery and everything looks great. Very informative regarding each procedure. Office staff was very helpful as well.

Excellent care and office experience! All staff were friendly and professional. Going there felt…read morewarm and welcoming. Flexible scheduling was appreciated. All our needs were met and we are looking forward to returning. I highly recommend for basic eye care services.

The best ophthalmologist I have ever seen. Knowledgeable, Respectful, Very Talented. Very caring,…read more understanding and thorough doctor.

I recently saw Dr. Higginbotham again. Same as my previous visits with him, he was very…read moreknowledgeable and efficient. He is very patient and answers my questions in non-medical speak. I am very happy to have found an ophthalmologist I trust. The office staff was friendly and efficient, too.

I wish I had read the other reviews about his surgeries and high cost vision correction option. I…read morealso had a horrible experience and after seeing his associates in his office for follow up visits for one year and being referred back to the retinal specialist (who said I didn't have a retinal problem and to return to Abroms). I finally got an appointment with him recently to ask why I was continuing to see distortion on one eye. He got very upset and told me I was not accepting the fact that nothing could be done to improve my vision. And all I asked was what was the problem. And since I'm 78 yrs old, he continued to belittle me saying I should be happy I do not have any glaucoma complications like so many other older p have. He forgot I never had an abnormal eye pressure and had been on drops to prevent a sudden closing of my narrow duct on my other eye prescribed by the previous opthomologist . So I've never had glaucoma to have complications. He said I have 20/40,50 vision. I cannot read small or even with magnification as the blurriness is worst. I also cannot see highway signs until they are very close. Nor judge depth. Vertical objects are bent and wavy. I must now look into magnification aids for the blind. If you do go see him please take a family member that will be a witness and not allow you to be made so insignificant.

Overselling the LAL lenses and making promises I will see perfect without glasses and never have…read morehalos or floaters... After paying 8+grand each lense, and, after my last surgery in early April, several adjustments, secondary cataracts, and close to 20 visits to work on this issue, I cannot read road signs clearly until right next to them. Reading is a chore, and sitting in my living room watching TV and not seeing lettering clearly is a frustrating outcome. I have floaters, eye sight that changes and very sensitive to lights in stores and at times, a tipsy feeling because the eyes are not adjusted to each other... I personally don't recommend these high cost lenses. Two glasses techs have told me at least 10-15 people regret these lenses and the are unsatisfied. This is not to say some may be happy with them, but I definitely had much better vision before the surgery. The refering doctor I believe is really trying to help me. He has seen me countless times and is very kind and I believe sincere. I feel a refund is in order if my eyes do not result in quality vision and being able to drive safely. This has impacted the quality of my life and I cannot endorse these lenses. Other people need to hear about these high cost lenses and NOT be oversold on them!

Dr. Steinle was excellent! My surgery (Vitrectomy) was painless and healing was quick. Highly…read morerecommend this doctor.

Do not recommend,they were totally overbooked wait time 2 hours. It felt like cattle being herded…read moreinto revolving rooms. Dr. Finally came in acting like a high school senior with a superiority complex along with pats on my shoulder. I felt sorry for other seniors sitting so long and asking when will they be seen. Good luck to other patients. My eyes will be going to a private practice along with the quality it will give me.

Very thorough exam from a consummate professional ophthalmologist. I felt he was highly ethical as…read morewell not promoting or rushing into surgery. The office staff were also very professional and patient centric. Look forward to follow up care with this physician. Thank you Dr. Johnson and staff!

Dr Johnson is the best.l am 71 and had very blurry vision.after my cadarac surgery it was 20/20…read more After a few months went by my right eye became a little blurry again.he then had to do a lazer treatment to bring it back to perfect.the surgery only takes about 11 minutes. There was no pain or side-effects. My vision hasn't been this good since I was my 20s.the only glasses I need are some cheap sundlasses.its been well over a year and my vision is still perfect. Thank you dr johnson.

We started with UCLA SLO when they first came to town. We loved Jacquelyn Gallardo and her staff…read more However, since they moved to the new office on Aerovista, the atmosphere and quality of care have deteriorated. Not only is it difficult to get an appointment, I have been hung up on, while in the middle of a sentence only to be transferred to the automated system to rate my experience - but the system did not work - neither my touchtone entry nor my voice response were accepted. In addition, we are constantly receiving notifications that we owe $ for our copays - for which we have all of the receipts for the total amount owed. Patient portal messages are not always responded to - or we are directed to call the office or make an appointment. As a long term patient, I find it hard to understand why I must wait for 5 - 8 MONTHS to see my designated primary care physician. When I called in August to make my annual appt, the first available was in December. The front office staff member stated that I could not see the doctor within a year of my last appt because my insurance would not pay for it. Totally untrue - my insurance provider verified for me. The front office is loud as staff are talking and giggling between patients - there is no confidentiality when discussing personal information. I wish I had some positive things to say - other than the fact that the office is clean and back office staff are friendly and professional.

I can't say enough about the excellent team of providers, as well as a cordial and well organized…read morepatient oriented front office staff, led by Ashley. Dr.Tao, Dr. McGowan and Dr. Nguyen have been outstanding in dealing with my longtime history of medical issues. I am 75 years old and appreciate UCLA excellence in San Luis Obispo. I highly recommend this team of genuine professionals.