Great staff from beginning (greeting) to end with a purchase of a new pair of glasses. Feel very well taken care of - both me and my eyes :-) Dr. Bytomski provided a thorough status update of my vision/test results and as always with a warm (and fun!) delivery. Thank you CMVC! -William read more

Cautious! This place over charge! They've always been on the pricy side, but when service is good, I was willing to pay. But not anymore, good doctors like Dr Reeder and his assistant Lisa were all gone! Office staff used to be nice and all changed to a bunch of arrogant, incompetent and rude crew! The culture of this office completely changed. Here is what I experienced today, my daughter and I were getting new contact lens and glasses, the girl Heidi who was helping me presented me a bill of $997. I swiped my credit card and paid. Then I asked for a receipt printed, she said she can email me, but given my past experience with them where they never emailed me receipt after I leave their office, I told her I can wait for a printed paper receipt. By the way, in the past, they always charge and print you receipt at front desk right away, now they don't want to give you receipt at the time of payment, I am not sure if this is legal, but certainly Intentional! 10mins later, she came back and told me that due to our two insurance coverage, she over charged me and the sum should be $923 instead. So she voided the $997 charge and I swiped my card again for $923. After that, another few minutes later, she brought me printed receipt, showing the sum is $882 instead! I asked her why the receipt shows $882, but she charged me $923? She then went back and sitting with that office manager (I don't know her name), after 15-20mins, she came back and presented me a receipt of $923. I asked her if she can show me the $882 receipt she showed me earlier and I want to see what was the gap? She refused to do so, told me the $882 receipt was gone? Exercise me? You shredded the receipt while trying to fix it so you can charge me more? She said, it was their mistake and they were charging me based on my last year order. I don't believe that and I insisted that they pull it out from the desk they were at, or computer system to explain to me the difference and what was the mistake. She went back to behind the office manager and does not come out anymore. I waited 30 mins and she is not coming back and that office manager who was siting there does not want to come explain to me about the three billed amount. I advised another client of theirs who were picking up glasses at the time to make sure they check their receipts! And that office manager got upset and told me that she can refund me the entire transaction, and I can't get glasses from their office. I said yes please, but since I have seen the doctor and I have 15 years of medical record here, I want to see the doctor and get all my medical records released from them. She told me I have to pay for the doctor visit to get the prescription. I have no problem with that, but I need to see the doctor before I leave. I waited another hour or so, finally Dr Sanders came and brought me and that office manager to his office. I explained to him what I had experienced, and she said the $882 bill charged $25 less than the right amount. Come on, $882 plus $25 is $907, right? Not the $923 they charged me. It was not the small difference in money, it was the deceits behind these operations, they completely lost my business and I will never go there anymore. Please make sure you look at your bills, and they OVER CHARGE! Be careful, good doctors are gone, good staff are gone, this place does not deserve to go back at all. Take your business elsewhere please. You need to respect your money and yourself, stay away from this group of dishonest people. read more

Purchased a pair of glasses from this optometry, and it was by far my worst experience. When I ordered the lenses, the employee who helped me tried to sell me the "anti-reflective" feature, which I declined. After I picked up my order, I called to confirm whether the lenses were actually high-index, because they seemed thicker than my older high-index lenses. When I asked how to verify this, the employee was dismissive and unhelpful, and even accused me of not understanding English. This felt completely unprofessional. My experience with the doctors themselves was fine, though. My issue was with a employee in the optical shop. Update from one star to neutral because the optometry is willing to help. read more

I've been coming to this vision office for years and really like my doctor, but the experience with the glasses department has consistently been disappointing. Today was especially frustrating. I brought in two brand new, unused pairs of glasses and clearly mentioned several times that I didn't need to buy new ones. Despite that, the staff member kept pushing me to purchase another pair instead of listening to my concern. I explained that the previous glasses I got here don't work properly. I can't see clearly through them, that's why I stopped using them, but instead of helping me figure out what went wrong, she dismissed my concern and just tried to adjust the prescription (which wasn't even the issue). She was rude, unhelpful, and more focused on making a sale than on providing a solution. It honestly felt like being pressured and scammed rather than cared for. I really wish the management would address how the glasses section operates because the doctor is great, but the experience at the front ruins the trust and quality of the visit. Unfortunately, after today's experience, I'll be looking for a new vision office. read more

There aren't enough stars to express how grateful I am to Dr. Sandler. I went to him 4 weeks after seeing my previous optho because well.... I still couldn't SEE!! The results of my testing were more accurate and he informed me that I had an eye condition that was not mentioned at my other visit. I brought my son for a second opinion and he also had VERY different results from his screening....he can SEE with his contacts now. Those reasons alone are 5 star worthy but he also informed us that my son has a serious vision problem that was overlooked completely. His issues in sports and school now make sense and can be addressed appropriately. Life changing for a teenager. Thank you! read more

I've been going to this place for over 20years and although the doctors are very competent and wonderful, the office is very poorly managed. Neither the optometric center nor the office staff ever return your calls, I must have left multiple voicemails and it's the same experience every time. read more

I wish I can leave a zero star! Don't go this place There is a new front lady who is so rude and unprofessional. I did my eye exam with Dr Tan and have called multiple times to order the contact lens. For 6 months, they never order my lens and told me I own them contact lens management fee. I have been using the same plan for years and the contact lens exam and fitting are 100% coverred and I verified with my issurance. I told them that I have verified with my issurance and you made a mistake. The front desk lady refuses to check with insurance and verify from her end. She is very very rude and told me if you don't pay the fee, we can't order, and hang up the phone! read more

Dr B is so knowledgeable and friendly. She's found problems and solutions that no other Dr could. Lupita is amazing. She always gets the most perfect fit for the glasses. The front desk people are very sweet and helpful. The office is clean and well decorated. It's always a good experience to get my exam and glasses from here. read more

They made me wait over 40 minutes to be roomed. No communication, just languishing in the waiting room. Then another 15 to see the doctor.Pretty frustrating when we have to leave work and pick up children. Disrespectful to a persons time. read more

We have been going to this place for many years for my family related vision needs, always the appointments are quick and easy. They manage the appointment very efficiently without any waits anywhere. They are very thorough at getting the eyes tested for every age. Best staff assisting you with the appointment and frame selections. I always ended up buying the frames with them because they carry unique models of frames. read more

Yesterday, I had the iLux treatment done at CMVC. Dr. Botomsky examined my eyes and answered my many questions, and Laura performed the procedure. She took great care to keep me comfortable and was thorough. It did not hurt, and my eyes feel so much better now. The staff here is great. Lauren (at front desk) is always helpful and Dr. Botomsky is so patient and dedicated to her patients. In addition, they have the best selection of current eyeglasses I have seen anywhere. read more

I have been seeing Dr. Bytomski and the staff at Carmel Mountain Vision Care for 3 years and have found them to be profesional and have high quality of care. Parking - Parking is easy to find in their lot that they share with other offices. I missed it when I drove by the first time, look for the little brown bungalows. Staff - Very professional and patient. My Mom and I recently visited to try on glasses and tried on different pairs for over an hour, and the staff member helping us was helpful with selecting a new frame. - During the exam, the have many different ways of examining the eyes, at least 4 different tests before even seeing the doctor who then reviews the results. Dr. Bytomski is always very kind at explaining what everything means. - I appreciate they mail contact lenses to your home! Overall, I highly recommend Carmel Mountain Vision Care for their high quality care. read more

Miracles just keep happening in my life and today's was a doozy! For the past couple of weeks I have been having a lot of difficulty with my up close vision. I wear progressive lenses and just could not find that sweet spot for reading or doing anything up close. Distance vision was fine, but I could only read with extra light and a magnifying glass. It was frustrating and a little scary in light of the fact that I had brain surgery on July 9th. So I called and was able to speak with my doctor, Barbara Bytomski, and we made an appointment for August 14. Fortunately, they had a cancellation and I was able to get on August 6! This is where the miracle happened and this kind of thing just doesn't happen without the power of prayer. Before going to the appointment, I asked my church women's group to pray me through this appointment and that we would find a simple fix. I don't have time for cataract surgery or anything too complicated right now due to all my other treatments. It turns out my near sighted vision has changed dramatically, so there's no surprise that my current prescription is not working for that right now. So I am expecting to have to wait a couple of weeks, maybe longer with COVID, to get the glasses that I knew would change my life. But my incredible doctor and her team pulled it all together to make my glasses as I waited Folks, this just doesn't happen. Every single person I worked with from check in to testing to the beautiful angel who actually made the new glasses are all heros in my book. I love them all! And as I write this post I can see so clearly. Vision is so important and I am forever grateful to Dr. B and her amazing staff. Oh, and the cherry on top is that although Dr. B said the new glasses might not be that great for the computer, THEY ARE! i just had to rearrange my monitors a little. read more

Carmel Mountain Vision Care Optometry - Beyond satisfied customer of Carmel Mountain Vision Care! - Optometrists Near Me - San Diego, California

Great service in the eyeglass department. Thank you Heather!! She was very knowledgeable and explained everything very well. Can't wait for my new rx sunglasses! read more

Dr Reader and his crew are just the best. I was examined thoroughly and everything was explained in detail. I left knowing my eyesight was number one priority to them. I will always be grateful for Dr. Reeder. He found a serious eye problem and directed me for the proper treatment so I would not lose my eyesight. Years later still seeing well. read more

Always professional and polite. My go to vision resource. I trust my eyes to Dr Sandler and team.

I have been going to CMVC for many years and have always received professional caring services with excellent customer care. I highly recommend the whole team to you and your family for all your vision needs. read more

Dr. Reeder is thorough and explains everything very well. Marlin (I think that was his name) was great! He took out a dozen or more pair of glasses to show me and found a pair that I really liked, but wasn't sure about the color. He looked it up and found they had other colors and ordered a pair for me in the color I liked. He went over all the pricing and what my insurance would pay and what my cost would be. I would definitely recommend Carmel Mountain Vision Care. read more

My entire family has been going to this office for years. We had been very pleased with their service until this last visit. Front desk staff was very rude on the first visit, I thought maybe it's just a busy day, came back to pick up glasses and same attitude. These ladies are handling appointments and greeting customers, it's not rocket science, it shouldn't be that hard to smile and be polite. The glasses/frames department staff were very helpful and friendly when picking out frames. I was notified that my glasses were ready for pickup and that I could stop by anytime. I went in to pick them up and immediately the front desk lady stopped me, I told her why I was there and she stated I needed an appointment. I looked at 3 employees in the frames department just sitting around chatting, so I told her they said I could just stop by. She proceeded to give me attitude and said go ahead but in the future you need an appointment. Now I understand if you're swamped with customers, but clearly they weren't. Unfortunately, I experienced an issue with my new glasses and have tried to get back in for an adjustment, however, the ladies at the front desk seem to think people need to take an entire day off of work or wait a month for a morning or afternoon appt just for a 5 minute fix. I work in a hospital and can't just leave midday and drive across town for an 1130am appt. Each time I've tried to just stop in, there are always employees just sitting around chatting but the front desk won't let me in. It's a shame, as much as we pay for services and glasses, you would think the customer service would be much better. I'll definitely be taking my family elsewhere in the future. I've put up with the horrible parking and rude front desk staff more than I should have to. read more

Carmel Mountain Vision Care cost me 5 hours away from work, and I never got the care I needed. I requested computer glasses and made it a point to specify upfront that I wanted "regular" lenses and not "progressives." The optometrist recommended "office" glasses and assured me that they were not progressives, but better than single vision lenses. After trying both the 3' and the 7' "office" lenses, I still didn't have the relief I needed. The "office" lens was basically a new type of alternative progressive lens they were pushing. Over the phone I expressed my frustration and gave them the exact measurement for the distance between my eyes and my computer monitor so they could order regular "single vision" lenses. But then the optometrist insisted I come in person again so she could be certain she got it right for me. Of course she lost the measurement I specified over the phone, so we had to guess. When I finally got my "regular" glasses, the focus was too short. I have to lean forward toward my monitor to use my $350 glasses. I can't decide if I should call them again with the correct measurement or just let it drop and go somewhere else. I don't understand the apathetic trial-and-error process over something as basic as computer glasses. Thank God I didn't need real glasses! read more

Today is February 11th, 2023. I made an appointment over a month ago to see a specialist and that appointment is only 4 days from now. The appointment was for Feb 14th which is next Tuesday. I've been looking forward to having this appointment and getting new prescriptions. I just received a call by a very nice front desk person telling me that she is very sorry but the doctor is not going to be in the office that day after all and that I have to reschedule. I said ok, sure, when can we reschedule for? She replied March 20th! Today is February 11th. I would have to wait for over another month. I told her that's okay but I would try and find another specialist. This is very disappointing, especially since I believe she said something about this doctor being at another office the day of my original appointment. If you make an appointment here that is over a month out just be prepared for the fact that this might happen to you as well. Thanks. read more

Dr. Sandler is professional and very thorough. The eye exam includes a retinal map and photograph. The staff are friendly and professional. My contact lenses and glasses multi-focal prescriptions are spot on - I can see in the distance and can read without changing glasses or adding reading glasses to my contacts. Excellent health care, kind and professional service, technically competent. Highly recommended. read more

Just finished my new patient appointment with Dr. Bytomski and I have never been happier. The assistant who did my exams was very friendly and knew exactly what she was doing. Dr Bytomski took her time with me to make sure I got the correct and comfortable prescription for my contacts. She was so nice and knowledgeable. My whole family will definitely be coming here from now on! Thank you all for a wonderful visit! read more

My annual visit with Dr. Bende is always a pleasure. Dr. Bende is very professIonAl and at the same time very friendly. I have diabetes so Dr. Bende completes my diabetic eye exam. I am a patient of Carmel Mountain Vidion office for a long time. And enjoy my visits every time. The staff is very efficient, friendly and know their job and do it right. read more

Horrible customer service. I was 7 minutes late and they did not honor it. I work in retail business and took me a lot to that couple hour break during Thanksgiving week. The parking inky took me 5 minutes. No compassion at all. read more

I have always enjoyed my visit at Carmel Mountain Vision Care. I have been a patient for almost 20 years. Every visit with no exception is a pleasure with Dr. Reeder. His calm and listening personality make every experience memorable. One of my sons who is 18 now, also has been a patient for several years with another Dr. I recommend Carmel Mountain Vision Care and I highly recommend Dr. Reeder. Thank you also to all the staff! Ensie read more

Dr. Bytomski is very thorough and patient. The office staff were busy but polite and helpful. Overall a great appointment!

I've been going to Carmel Mountain Vision Care for a few years. I love it, they are so kind and very helpful. I personally have never experienced anything negative at all. give it a try. read more

I've been a patron of Carmel Mountain Vision Care for more than 20 years with my entire family. Through the years I have always received quality service with Dr Reeder ( I know, an Eye Dr. named Reeder). Friendly and competent front office with knowledgeable technicians in the back who take their time to help you find those just write glasses. Ask for Lisa to help you after your exam. She's a delight. read more

Amazing place with the most outstanding people!! The staff is incredibly kind and the atmosphere is always so welcoming. I also greatly enjoy how clean and well kept they keep the place. Highly recommend this to anyone! read more

They are so friendly and professional here. Lauren helped me navigate complicated insurance issues, and Lisa helped save my bent frames from going in the trash can. Highly recommend them! read more

Sick eyewear and helmets. Taylor, an employee at blenders was amazing and great customer service

My whole family is so happy with Dr. Bytomski. One of my sons had an eye problem discovered before he was 2 years old and she was referred to us and we're so happy to have found her. Now she takes care of the vision for our entire family. The office staff is very respectful, efficient and organized. We highly recommend Carmel Mountain Vision Care! read more

Dr. Sandler is wonderful, caring and easy to work with. He shows true concern for my eye health and keeps me posted on my progress. I will continue use him as my eye specialist. read more

Been with them for over 20 years and my entire family is with them (kids are seeing them from young to now adult). From Dr. Cook days. In the past 2 years, service are going downhill from 5 stars to 0 stars. Dr visit - waited for an hour before the exam. If they are running behind, front desk should contact their client and not wasting our time. Glasses - on top of insurance, paid over $1.5k for 2 pair of glasses. After 4 weeks, got a voice mail stating that one of the glasses was made wrong and need to send it back to the lab. I called (and of course, voice mail always) and left a voice mail stating that I will pick them both up when ready. No update for another 3 weeks. Called and told me they are ready. Absolutely no following up. They had some very excellent staff in front desk and adjusting glasses such as Heather and Noel, but they can't seem to hold on their good staffs. Front desk is absolutely helpless and rude. Trying to make an appointment for picking up my 6 weeks late glasses, and the front desk lady gave me a time and I said I can't. Then, she did not even want to wait and ask me to call back. Remember, they don't pick up calls nowadays - just go to Voice Mail. What service is that? Their Dr. are still good, but I will not get glasses from there. I don't mind paying extra for getting glasses there if I am getting decent services. Is a disaster w/ their staff. read more

Dr. Sandler is awesome. I went for vision check up after 2 years. All tests were done by tests throughly by the experienced staff. They take VSP insurance and my glasses cost was more or less covered and was ready within a week of the initial appointment. I highly recommend their service. read more

Cody was great! I came to Carmel Mountain Vision by way of a friend's recommendation because they carry Tiffany frames. Every time I've been in I have received excellent service with my glasses. read more

Hi-Tech, Professional & Courteous Service Before you read this review, allow me to make it clear that I'm Anti-Optite & Anti-Dentite. I have very low respect for Optometrists & Dentists. I believe they're a bunch of High Sea Pirates, Train Robbers & Cash Register Bandits! Having said that, I have respect for Dr. Kevin Reeder the Optometrist & his business CMVC. When you find a good optometrist, stick with it because they're so hard to find! After all, you have only one pair of eyes! My optometrist, a fine lady sold her business, so I ended up here. When I first came here, as a cynic, I prepared myself for the worst & got ready to have a fight, cuss the hell out of them & ransack the place, simply because I can't stand optometrists! To my surprise, the day took a different turn! As I stepped in, I stated good morning & Kristine the Receptionist greeted me. It was raining & my sunglasses were wet, so I picked a tissue to dry them, it was their last one. I told her, you need tissues. Then I corrected myself by stating, I don't mean you need tissues (like you have a booger hanging from your nose), but I mean your business needs some! She smiled & said, I understood that. I was testing her & in a bit she replaced the tissue box. Lisa the Technician took me for the tour of their hi-tech machines & examined me thoroughly. She was very detail oriented. I waited not long before I saw Dr. Reeder. He was friendly & courteous. He had done a thorough exam. As a journalist, I can speak with a person for 5 minutes & see where's he coming from. I found this guy caring & knowledgeable. I wear glasses & contacts for distance, wear nothing for reading books & wear progressive for computers. I needed a prescription & a progressive pair specifically for computers. He recommended Office Lenses which are the most expensive of the 3 types. He explained how this type fits best for my purpose. He took his time, went over everything & then walked me to Noelle the Optician. Noelle gives you a Christmassy Jolly Feeling! She is very observant & goes through choosing the right frame, lenses & perfect fit for you. Suddenly I saw this lady who was very friendly. I had my glasses off, so I couldn't see her well. She sounded like she knew me, so I put on my glasses & there she was, Faith my old optician who now works here! She also gives you a Jolly feeling! So, we hugged & had a chat. It was so good to see her here! They said it would take 2 weeks for the glasses to get ready but it was ready in 5 days! I like punctual people but I love ahead of schedule people! Once I put on the glasses, I noticed that Dr. Reeder was correct. This office lens was worth the $. The interesting point is that with reading lenses, you need to get close to the monitor to read; with general progressive, you need to lift your neck high to read best, but with these office lenses you just look straight at the monitor & you see best. They are very clear & sharp. I was sold on this place. Now I have read some bad reviews about this place & I must respond. So, I will write the critics & then my rebuttals: - They are rude. * Critics must be talking about old employees who got fired or not working here anymore because everyone I met was super nice. - This is a small place. * Critics must be speaking of the old place, long time ago. This place is a very large place with many rooms & a large showroom. They have 4 doctors, 4 opticians & a number of technicians & receptionists. - They don't care about the patients. * Critics must be delusional because these people went out of their way to serve me. - They are money grubbing. * Let me clarify something to y'all (now that's southern). This is a business & they must make money or else they run out of business. They give you the best service. It is up to you to review your vision insurance site to see what's covered & how much are your co-pays. It is up to you to decide what product to pick. Of course, they want to sell you the top of the line but you are the one who should do your homework & decide if you want the high end, mid-range or no copay product. They have them all. This place passed my Obsessive-Compulsive Perfectionist Test & taste. I'm a fashionable eyeglasses collector. I purchase from around the net & showrooms. I'm extremely finicky about my doctors, contacts & glasses. This place has my seal of approval. Go for it! read more

My husband has not been to Carmel Mountain Vision since 2004 but I have been loyal to Dr Reeder. Yesterday I brought my huband back to Dr Reeder and he saw the difference between Carmel Mountain Vision and his previous Vision clinics that he visited in the past. Carmel Mountain Vision is like the sit com "Cheers" to me....."You want to go where everybody knows your name". Dr. Reeder and compare notes on family happenings every time I visit Carmel Mountain Vision and that is important connection to me in addition to his record of my eye health history. Yesterday, optometrist Judy gave us excellent service - very knowledgeable and personal. My husband and I both enjoyed our visit despite our long trip back to Chula Vista during rush hour. Thank you Carmel Mountain Vision. Keep it up. Laura Opelanio read more

Dr.Lori Bende is the best optometrist in San Diego in my opinion. I have been in San Diego for 24 years & my experiences with various other optometrist has been less than desirable. Dr. Bende is very knowledgeable, extremely friendly & explained the condition of my eyes with patience & a smile. She showed me the scanned images of my optic nerve from my last & current year, explained how the cataract gets formed & what are the best options. read more