Great doctor, great location although the parking maybe limited. (Went shopping next door for a 2 hour time limit and kept the receipt in case any issues arose) Dr. Patel was timely, professional and a pleasure to receive care from. Staff was great too. I didn't order my prescription there so I can't comment on that. Highly recommend! read more

What a great experience! They were open and fully prepared when I got there as the first appointment of the day. Clean, COVID compliant, friendly. Receptionist had all the paperwork ready and greeted me by name. She told me "I will ensure you get the best value and most out of your insurance". What? Someone who cares??? YES! Met the doctors and he was on point. Personable and efficient. Went through all the steps of the exam and get this....he actually listened to what I needed. No up sell and when I asked about LASIK he said I was a great candidate but that I wouldn't get the results I wanted. Stay with contacts. Honesty, direct answers and professionalism. Rare commodities these days. Prices were aligned with San Diego and even Virginia prices. No Coronado price gouge. Bottom line: Come here for your vision needs. Professional friendly staff. Reasonable prices and a doctor who knows his business. read more

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Fantastic experience with Dr. Patel! My dog scratched my cornea and it was nearly closing time for the office. I called and explained what happened and Dr. Patel made time to see me. He is extremely nice- he is thorough and told me exactly what to expect. I cannot recommend Coronado Family Optometry enough! It was an amazing experience and above and beyond anything that I expected. read more

Dr. Patel is the best. I have been to many before him and have been going to him for about 9 years even when he was in another location. I have even now relocated to North County and still drive the further drive to be seen by him. My mom loves him too. She was the one who turned me onto him and soon my three year old daughter will see him (my husband may too, but luckily his vision is still great)! Dr. Patel has a superbly friendly demeanor in addition to having extreme professionalism. Most importantly, he is the most precise doctor I have been to for my vision, as in excellent at what he does. I might even still go to him if he was rude, he is so good (and customer service does mean a lot to me, but luckily he is extremely nice)! Your eyes are just so precious and you do want an excellent doctor to handle them. You will be very happy with your decision to see Dr. Patel. The receptionists are all great too, every single one! Truly, if you do not live close, have a nice day or bit of time in beautiful Coronado and if you live close, it is a no brainer, Dr. Patel is one of the best, if not the best in the biz! :) This review has been long overdue. Thank you for your great work and customer service all these years! read more

Great experience. Dr. Patel is very knowledgable and explains everything thoroughly. The office staff was wonderful and accommodating. Abby and Tiawn were awesome. They will help you try on glasses and pick the best ones for you. Overall super experience. read more

First time at this practice and I can honestly say I was completely satisfied with my eye exam. Everything went well, the staff was very welcoming, helpful and knowledgeable from the receptionists to Dr. Limpiado. I would recommend to any one of my friends. read more

This place is so wonderful, like soooo wonderful. Everyone was so welcoming and understanding. The doctor really listens to you and your concerns! The ladies in the office are wonderful as well. It was seamless to set up an appointment as a new patient. The biggest thing though, THERE IS NO HASSLE WHEN ASKING FOR YOUR PRESCRIPTION! In fact, I got my prescription without even needing to ask! Many places I've been to give you a hard time, but not here. So welcoming, amazing, and easy to get your prescription! Thank you so much Coronado Family Optometry team! read more

Great individualized and thorough exams--they take all the time necessary to answer all your questions, the nicest receptionists, best selection of frames and they are always happy to keep your glasses repaired! read more

I had a great appointment with Dr. Patel. He was very thorough and answered all of my questions. I was having problems with the magnified glasses I wear as a dental hygienist and he even took the time to call his dentist ( a friend of his) to talk about what might be wrong with them. I left feeling much better about my eye situation. Wendy who was working the front desk handed me a clean pen and insured me that everything was in guidelines with the new Covid precautions. Overall great experience and would recommend to all! read more

Wow! Dr. Patel and Dr. Gendelman gave us by far the best and most thorough optometry exam we ever had. They are both extremely personable, professional, ethical, and bottom line...they know how to provide exceptional and efficient optometry care. It's great find to have optometrists who genuinely have your best interests in mind. Their office is exceptionally clean, and they are covid compliant. We are so thankful to have found them. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for a new optometrist! read more

Dr. Patel and his staff are simply amazing! I have never found a better optometry center. We have two younger children that also get their eye exams at Coronado Family Optometry. At each appointment they are full of energy and a HANDFUL, and the staff are so kind and accommodating. Coronado Family Optometry is incredible with children and adults alike. Very good personalities, with great people skills, and very skilled at providing accurate information during eye appointments. We never feel rushed. All I can hope for is that they continue to thrive and stay part of the Coronado community. They are the BEST!! read more

Today was my first time going to CFO for an exam and now I never want to go anywhere else. The receptionist Wendy is so nice and super informative. She is a military spouse just like me and she helped me navigate through the Vision Insurance that Tricare has to offer. I honestly never even knew that Tricare had a Vision option. Wendy also helped me pick out some super cute, new glasses and helped me save as much money as possible. I was seen by Dr. Irene Gendelman and she was nice as well. Not as personable as Wendy but still no complaints! I'm glad I found this place, since moving to a new state and trying to find new doctors can be stressful. Thanks again Wendy and Dr. Gendelman. read more

My first visit to Coronado Family Optometry was enhanced by the beauty of San Diego & the Island. The office looks like a charming house with parking available both on the street & behind the building. My daughter & I were greeted warmly by Wendy. Our temperatures were taken, everyone wore a mask & the appointments are spaced so patients are able to distance. Dr. Patel is amazing! We have been patients for many years & followed him from East County. While doing the exam, he builds a relationship with his patients. He cares about people & invests in them. A few months ago my daughter got an internship with a leading technology company. She couldn't wait to tell Dr. Patel! Over the years he has advised us on antibiotics, education & eye health! It's rare to find a doctor who cares about the patient as a whole & not just their area of specialty. The office has the newest equipment in eye care technology which allows him to see things other Optometrists might not. Dr. Patel & his wife are life long learners in their field, staying current in trends as well as eye health. On this visit we were educated on blue light as well as vitamins that some believe aid in eye health. Dr. Patel and his wife Dr. Gendelman have built a practice that is modern, patient centered & warm. The associates are kind, helpful & provide honest feedback when helping with frames. If you live on the Island, this is your new Optometrist! I guarantee this is one exam you will look forward to each year. read more

First timer here and I had a great experience. Dr.Patel was so through and answered all my questions. Wendy at the front desk was so polite and friendly. I made my appointment I believe just a couple of days before and I was so happy they were able to squeeze me in. Especially on the weekend. Overall I will definitely come again for my yearly visit! :) read more

Dr. Patel and his staff go above and beyond when it comes to anything eyes. I've been going to him for years and love this practice. All the staff are help, glasses get turned around fast and it's never an issue to order and get my contacts. Great selection of fashion frames for adults and big selection for children too, which can be hard to find. This is definitely a family practice for everyone to go to in the family. I truly can't recommend this doctor and office enough. They truly care and have the best up to date technology, which I greatly appreciate. read more

I saw Dr. Irene Gendelman last week to update my prescription and get new glasses that allow me to better transition between distance glasses and reading. She was great and explained about the new transitional glasses that can go from distance, computer distance and up close reading without lines. She took the time to listen to what I needed. Two years ago I had her husband Dr. Patel, who was also great. He got me started with bifocals when I needed more than just distance. What a great Optometry practice. Two great Optometrists! read more

Better late than never. I felt the folks at CFO deserve a shout-out. I received a new pair of glasses last summer along with my first-ever prescription sunglasses. The regular glasses were spot on so needed no adjustments. The sunglasses were off just enough to make me feel dizzy when switching back and forth between the two glasses. I took them back in to get an adjustment that didn't really work, and eventually, they got me a new pair of sunglasses with the right adjustments. The staff was great, patient, and easy to work with. I have had them for 6 months now and love them! Thank you! read more

For the past several years I have had Dr. Irene Gendelman of Coronado Family Optometry as my optometrist and today when I had a problem, I saw her husband Dr. Smit Patel. They are truly wonderful people with lots of expertise, patience and a very engaging, informative style. Their facility in Coronado is attractive, well run and conveniently located. I give them my highest marks and high recommend them. read more

Wonderful experience with Dr Patel. He and his staff were very professional and kind. I went there for specific problem and he was very reassuring. Everything was good and he gave me further recommendations for the next steps to take. I highly recommend this office! read more

These guys are amazing, Dr. Patel is very knowledgeable and very thorough. I enjoy seeing them for my annual exam, they always have some of the best frames to pic from. Definitely A nice selection and the staff is super helpful. Thank you for being my optometrist Dr. P read more

I recently moved to Coronado from the LA area and was hesitant on finding a new optometrist. My previous optometrist had been with me 10+ years. I love Coronado Family Optometry even more than my previous place!! It was so easy to schedule an appointment as a new patient, the office is in a great location, and the staff is the BEST. I felt that Dr. Patel truly cared about getting me the very best for my situation. Him and his staff even sent a postcard to my house after my visit to make sure everything was working out. Highly recommend! read more

The staff was great and very friendly. They took covid precautions seriously and I felt safe. Dr. Patel did a great job and spent a lot of time discussing my issues with me. Also the selection of eye wear was amazing. Been going here for years. Can't recommend the place enough. read more

These guys are amazing, Dr. Patel is very knowledgeable and very thorough. I enjoy seeing them for my annual exam, they always have some of the best frames to pic from. Definitely A nice selection and the staff is super helpful. Thank you for being my optometrist Dr. Patel. read more

We have seen both Dr. Patel and Dr. Irene for years. My whole family comes here. We've had such a wonderful experience here. It was quite a change coming from Lens Crafters to a practice where personalized customer service comes first. They are extremely knowledgeable, thorough, and go above and beyond to make this a great experience. read more

Dr. Patel and the rest of the staff at Coronado Family Optometry are amazing! I found them through my insurance and couldn't be happier. Dr. Patel helped me with a new pair of contacts. Answered all of my questions! The entire staff are beyond helpful and sweet. This is my new home optometrist! I highly recommend ANYONE to come and see them. :) read more

I have never had a better eye exam in my life. Dr. Patel was fantastic! Very thorough and kind. The staff was also great! The entire experience right down to ordering my new glasses was just fantastic!! I highly recommend Dr. Patel!!! read more

Dr. Patel and his office go above and beyond in customer service and eye care. I found them through my insurance and I could not be more thrilled with the service I received. He answered all my questions, and walked me through the whole process, keeping me informed along the way. I was able to select some new glasses with the help from his front office staff, who was genuinely willing to help and so nice. I highly recommend this office, they go above and beyond. read more

I've been treating with Dr. Patel for over a decade. Dr. Patel is courteous, professional, and competent. I recommend him if you have any vision concerns or need a prescription. read more

Dr. Patel & Dr. Gendelman are fantastic. They run a local business that offers excellent optometry services for the entire family. Their smiles and kindness make it even better. I highly recommend Coronado Family Optometry! read more

Outstanding customer service by Wendy, Jeanette and Dr. Patel himself. I have been a patient for 3 years and will keep Dr. Patel as my Optometrist for my entire life. He is an exceptional Optometrist and has not only met my expectations but exceeded them in every way! He even assisted me with eye glasses for my elderly Father along with the perfect eye drops to help with my Father's allergies! He goes above and beyond to help everyone who walks through the door. My Husband is a stage iv cancer patient and Dr. Patel has offered to drive to my home to deliver contacts. With his expertise and knowledge, I see better than ever. His prices are reasonable and the eye ware very Fashionable! I have purchased several pairs with assistance from Wendy and Jeanette! You will feel the TLC as soon as you speak to or enter his office! My all time favorite Physician is Dr. Patel and with my husband's physical condition, I see several. If you google Dr. Patel you will see that he is an advocate for the underprivileged and not only serves his community but has made mission trips around the world! He is a caring compassionate soul that is outstanding in his knowledge of Optometry! read more

I'm in town for a week and my daughter forgot her daily contacts. I called to see if I could purchase a few days worth so my daughter could see while here and they not only had them in stock but gave them to me free of charge. They were super friendly and accommodating and my sister found the brand of frames she loves and will now use them exclusively. Thank You SO much for making our week!!! read more

Very professional and helpful! Great selection of frames, the Optometry service is the best I have experienced hands down. Check them out.

Coronado Family Optometry was fantastic. Super friendly staff and doctor immediately greeted me. Dr. Patel was very thorough and informative. Would highly recommend. read more

I had an awesome experience at Coronado Family Optometry! The office staff was very friendly and helpful. Dr. Gendelman did a wonderful job with explaining all of the eye tests and the results. There is a large selection of eyeglasses and sunglasses and the office is very clean and organized. I am so happy that I switched eye doctors! I would definitely recommend Dr. Gendelman and Dr. Patel to others! read more

Wow and Fantastic! I was looking for a new optometrist closer to work, and I can definitively say that I will be returning as a new patient. Dr. Patel and his staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and go to extraordinary effort to provide excellent service. Dr. Patel took the time to provide multiple contact lens samples and adjustments to make sure that I had the correct prescription. I was very impressed with his knowledge, expertise, communication, and updated equipment so I believe that I receive the absolute best in eyecare. His staff Valerie and Wendy are also extremely knowledgeable and efficient at handling insurance reimbursement documents which is very very very much appreciated! Making appointments are simple online or by telephone. They are the best, and I feel very fortunate to have found them. They set the standard as no other provider I have ever had even comes close. read more

Wow, great service. I rarely write reviews, but this family business deserves one. I will be going back to them every year even though I am active duty because it was so easy to book and coordinate with them compared to my usual clinic. They were prompt and very fun to talk with. The staff is warm and welcoming (it's clear she likes what she does). The doc went above and beyond for my eye exam to include exams that he didn't charge me for. I met both doctors, and their attention to detail is exactly what I want to see in someone caring for my family's eyes! Will recommend them to all my family in the area. read more

Dr. Patel is awesome! You can tell he is invested in his patients and will go out of his way to make you feel cared for. My prescription was adjusted and to ensure I felt comfortable with the change he had me test it out before ordering contacts. Staff up front were also very helpful. read more

Amazing office! Took my 13 year old granddaughter here for an exam and to get contacts. This was her first time with contacts, and they were very helpful and friendly. She felt very comfortable with the Doctor and staff. The office is beautiful and very clean. Highly recommend this office to anyone. read more

Wish I could give them 10 stars! We recently moved to Coronado so I was hoping to find a new optometrist here; when my glasses (that I wear every waking moment) broke this morning, that turned my "someday" search into today! From being able to book my appt. online before their office even opened this morning (and a special thanks to Wendy for getting in touch the moment they did open, when my appt. needed to be moved up due to an emergency appt. on their end), to their very convenient parking lot, to being able to to fill out the inevitable forms so easily on an iPad rather than a clipboard full of papers, to Dr. Patel's thorough and very well-explained eye exam and discussion of my options, to Wendy's much-appreciated help in choosing two new pairs of glasses, to both Dr. Patel and Wendy offering to do whatever they could to rush my order through, it was a wonderful resolution to what began as a stressful morning. Coronado Family Optometry is the perfect combination of a warm and welcoming atmosphere, together with a professional experience, and I recommend them very highly! read more