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    International Optometry

    4.4 (56 reviews)
    Closed 9:30 am - 2:30 pm

    By appointment only

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    Eye exams

    Eyewear fitting

    Retinal imaging

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    My new glasses!!
    Krista T.

    I had not seen an optometrist in a few years and was past due for a new prescription. I also went with my son and his father so we could all check our eye health. It was very clean, friendly, had a wide range of options for many demographics of medical coverage and the knowledge was unmatched. I had full confidence in the staff and will absolutely return when I need eye care again! Thank you for the sight and new found confidence!

    Exceptional service! I've been coming here annually for around 10 years. Staff is always professional, knowledgeable, and able to accommodate all my needs with my busy schedule. I trust International optometry for my eye exams, contacts, and recommendations on products to use for my dry eyes. They also sell designer glasses. I purchased a pair of Gucci GG1071 glasses which I love and still wear them today. Thanks!

    Perfectly curated spectacles and 5 star service!
    Kim D.

    I'm not sure who ghostwrites AND editorializes a "computer illiterate coworkers review" these days. Is it possible to have children, aged 3 and 6 and be computer illiterate...? Is Tim L.'s review really a mea culpa? Maybe Tim L.'s "friend" is also common sense deficient. Polar opposite of my experiences at International Optometry. I am admittedly a horrible patient, because as y'all know, I work in clinical environment(s) and am neurotic about sterilization protocols and am comically phobic about cross-contamination. I digress. Okay: my entire fandamily has been going to International Optometry since 2007. Why haven't I Yelped it? Because I like to feel smug and superior and keep some things on the hush-hush list. As a general rule, I never review a personal physician or practice, and especially not in the fields in which I work. Separation of church and state, if you will. But I will make an exception here because Dr. Le and her staff have given us VIP service from Day 1 and I would not hesitate to recommend her. She has the official Mad Hattrix Endorsement (which I just created, right now) which is pretty, pretty, pretty difficult to achieve. Dr. Le and her staff are chic and fashion forward - which I, personally like in a clinician; it's a welcome respite from franchises. Would you, Gentle Yelper, ever want to have some frumpy haus frau with split ends and grown out roots care for your hair? I thought not. Same principle. * The Cadet wore funky glasses but switched to daily disposables in 2007 under the attentive eye (haha) of Dr. Le. * This is an independent, family run, family friendly practice. * While there is a steady stream of efficiently booked patients in and out the door, Dr. Le and her staff will graciously show you frames, answer questions and give expert opinions, if solicited. They never push for a sale. * Dr. Le graduated from Cal and I love that she put down roots for her boutique practice in Oak-Land, on International, no less. * In 2008, I got eyelash extensions that failed miserably and warranted a trip to the ER, where they tripped over themselves and googled a palliative solution (gentle application of olive oil) but didn't have any. The ER doc literally pulled the lashes off, manually. Individually. Along with my natural lashes. Did I mention my eyes were red, inflamed and nearly swollen shut before his "treatment"? * I made an appointment with Dr. Le and brought along the RX eye drops they dispensed at the hospital. She chastised me - rightly so - she's a specialist, after all - and informed me that the anesthetic drops could have damaged my vision or even caused blindness. * Dr. Le said if I ever had another emergency, I should call her directly and she'd open the office for me, no matter what the hour. * International Optometry is a certified retailer for a number of designer frames that will keep your peeps posh AND healthy: Gucci, Armani, Prada, Versace - and some esoteric global brands that come in limited edition as well. The selections are beautifully edited and I defer to the staff to assist the Cadet in choosing his frames. Yeah, I trust them that much, and they're always spot on. * Even if you have 20/20 vision or have had Lasik, you still need a checkup once a year. The speckles in the Cadet's hazel eyes are very similar to freckles or beauty marks on the skin - so long as they do not change shape or become raised. He was the one who asked, and I learned something new. My eyes are much darker, so these spots (that a large portion of the population has) may not even be detectable with, well... the naked eye, and only with the proper equipment. * VSP, Healthcare Reimbursement and 125 plans are happily accepted and copays thoroughly explained. A summary of your benefits can be pulled up and printed out for your reference. * The Cadet never leaves without a free supply of trial contacts when his RX or brand changes. * Dr. Le has a beautiful chair side manner and is very gentle - an expert in her field. The entire staff is committed to providing a tranquil and reassuring visit, every time. Every visit has been professional, thorough and informative - I know that I have invested in a highly ethical clinician and that literally makes it easier for me to sleep at night. Dr. Le speaks English, Vietnamese and medical Spanish. As an adoptee, the gentle lilt of Dr. Le's accent reminds me of the country that I love, and the fantastic food, which is available in abundance on International. Good thing I have the banh mi menu at my favorite VN deli just a few blocks away memorized; it's not easy to read when your pupils are still a bit dilated. Don't let your annual benefits or HCRA fall to the wayside - take care of your vision, and schedule an appointment before the end of the year, and reward yourself with a delicious banh mi and some high-octane coffee!

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    If you are looking for generic, cookie-cutter frames, go elsewhere. But if you want a masterclass…read morein eyewear, go see Karen and Aimee. This may be the nicest frame shop I've ever been to What I appreciate most is their honesty. They recently saved me a significant amount of money by advising against anti-reflective coating after I mentioned my frustration with smudging. Most shops would just take the upsell, but Karen and Aimee actually care.

    It's hard to imagine a better small business of any kind than The Optician. I've been going to…read moreKaren and Aimee for several years, and each time they've impressed me with their expertise, their integrity and their personal commitment to providing stellar service. Just one example: last year I needed lenses replaced fast on a backup pair of glasses before a trip. Assuming that Karen and Aimee would be too busy, I called a few well-known, branded stores and was practically laughed off the line. Karen and Aimee, on the other hand, didn't miss a beat. Without over-promising, they simply got the job done. I picked up my glasses two days before my trip and left town with an easy mind. On top of all this, they're both super-nice and interesting to talk with. I look forward to seeing them each time I go into the shop. To sum up: when it comes to glasses, I can't imagine going anywhere else.

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    I made an appointment to select glasses with an optician and I was on time for my appointment. When…read moreI walked in the door John was very dismissive even after I explained that I had an appointment. He was completely unfriendly as if I was bothering him. He pointed towards the glasses and he told me that I could ask questions later. When the next person walked into the store John's tone completely changed and he became very helpful towards her. After I gathered the glasses I sat down to use the mirror and Jeni asked me if I wanted help. Then she proceeded to be extremely friendly and helpful. But the obvious implicit biases of John prevents me from spending my money here. The two stars are for Jeni.

    This review is for glasses selection and adjustment only. I popped in unannounced to have my…read moreglasses tightened despite not being a patient or a previous customer. Everyone at the counter was lovely and super welcoming and didn't make me feel awkward for not being a current customer. they tightened my glasses and sent me on my way. on my way out I toured their thousand plus selection of frames. Just maybe I'll switch optometrist based on this experience. I don't know what insurance they accept or what their exam rates are, you would have to call and inquire yourself for that information.

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