Went there as a first time patient, and was disappointed at how little time was spent getting to…read moreknow me and my needs. I have previously been diagnosed with a degenerative eye condition and mentioned that to Dr. Friedland, who seemed unconcerned. Upon checking out, I could see into the office manager's office and was dismayed by the apparent disorganization...stacks of paper everywhere. When I asked the receptionist, if that was the office manager, she confirmed with an eye-roll, as if she too recognized the chaos.

Horrible!!!! Do not go. 2 doctors including Dr. Friedland could not get a reading glass's…read moreprescription right. When we complained they reminded me that I still owe the co-pay. We finally went to Target, who easily got the right prescription refracted. We paid out of pocket, but it was worth. They are idiots at Park ophthalmology, the doctors and the staff!!!

i "highly recommend" (the cary eye…read morecenter).....................very professional....knowledgeable, and friendly! whether you have visited once, or ten--times the doctor , and staff treat you like you are old friends!!! i have "recommended" dr. oniel to others, and all have have expressed their satisfaction!!!! r. a. super

I went to Dr. O'Neal at the Cary Eye Center a while back. He was kind and very professional to me…read more He was also willing to work with me when I was having an issue with my bill due to a personal reason. Dr. O'Neal took the time to listen to me, and went out of his way to help. I would highly recommend Dr. O'Neal at the Cary Eye Center. Thank you!

I went to Christopher Thaxton, the optician here for new lenses in two frames. He checked them out…read moreand told me that there was no need to do so as the new prescription I brought in matched the lenses. I'm so very grateful to him for being such an ethical person and saving me a lot of money.

I visit the office often as I have macular degeneration. Doctor Kumar has treated me for cataract…read moresurgery, laser surgery, and 3 years of macular degeneration. He is the best and most knowledgeable and professional. I will not go to another doctor. He is always pleasant, and takes the time to answer my questions without rushing me. With my eye sight being ultra important I leave his office knowing I received the best eye care. His staff from the receptionist to the nurses are friendly and caring. I can't imagine anyone feeling otherwise unless they are having a bad day and rate CRI poorly.

I had cataract surgery at Carolina RETINA INSTITUTE with Dr. Kumar. I was very unhappy with the…read moreresults not real happy with the office demeanor. Overall, I would not recommend them to anyone you have choices and where you go go to Duke instead.

Walked in; danced out!…read more A first timer when it comes to vision issues, I booked an appointment at this location as it is nearby to home and work. KISMET! I was very satisfied (nay happy!) with the service I received. I appreciated the effortless onboarding experience that could be done by filling out forms online. Arrived at my appointment slightly early and was attended to right away. The staff here are absolutely delightful, from reception, to the doctors, to the eye bar specialist. My interactions were bubbly and pleasant. Dr. Reynon carefully listened to my concerns during the exam and addressed all my questions expertly. I especially appreciated a concern he raised during my exam, and the team worked to get some of his findings to my oncologist for review. Baby's first glasses! As this was my first time getting glasses, I want to give a special shout-out to the kind woman who shepherded me through the whole process. I was told they would be ready in ten days, but they were ready after two! I can't recommend this place enough due to them getting me exactly what I needed. I cannot comment on pricing. I imagine I could have taken my prescription to Walmart for something less expensive, but why would I do that when this office is equipped with the right people delivering the right services and treating them right?

This clinic is very unfriendly to families. Parkside Eye Care has an unreasonable policy: only two…read morefamily members can be seen per day. If your household has three people needing eye exams, you'll have to make multiple trips -- very inconvenient and inconsiderate. Even worse, the front desk staff who answer the phone are extremely rude. They interrupt while you're speaking and have even hung up mid-conversation. Completely unprofessional. Not recommended -- especially if you're looking for a clinic that values your time and treats patients with basic courtesy.

Dr. Bryan and his surgical team performed cataract surgery on my eyes some years ago. They were…read morekind, extremely knowledgeable, very professional and genuinely concerned and friendly! I highly recommend them!!

I've been a patient at Carolina Ophthalmology for the last several years (see my separate review of…read moretheir office). And I've been a glasses-wearer since, well, third grade. Growing up, I stubbornly refused to sport them and would only put them on when trying to read the clock -- or the chalkboard. (It's a wonder I graduated, really.) I was finally able to get contacts in high school (oh, happy day that was). But the worry of losing one in gym or remembering to pack eye solution for vacation and so on was always an annoyance. I wanted to have LASIK but it just really wasn't a financial reality until recently. Even better, the office was running a special that came to $1,000 off or so. I know you may be thinking: discount eye surgery? Eep! I've always been a patient of Dr. Scroggs and so when I had my initial consultation, it was my first meeting with Dr. Bryan -- the LASIK surgeon. I felt like I was in very good hands the whole time. Pam first talked to me about the procedure and then showed me a video. I had my eyes examined and a cornea scan done, plus a sit-down Q&A with the doctor, and was declared a good candidate for the procedure. The worst part of the whole thing has to be a tie between being forced to wear my old-prescription eye glasses for a month leading up to the surgery (not a vanity thing, but a practical thing -- I haven't kickboxed since March!) and having slips of paper put in my eyes for five minutes to test tear reaction. Yes, it's as uncomfortable as it sounds. Anyway, the good news is since :that's: the worst part -- the day-of is really easy, breezy! Be ready for some final eye scans, a shower cap and some Valium. Yes, you'll be awake in the OR (but it's only 40 seconds each eye. And was basically painless. Dr. Bryan talked to me the entire time, let me know what was coming next and encouraged me through the parts that might have been a little scary otherwise. Plus they give you a stuffed animal to squeeze! -- I remember in my valium-ed state being very disappointed that I didn't get to keep that 'gator). But I did get thorough post-op instructions and a travel kit full of eye drops. The doctor called me at 5pm the same day to check on how I was doing. And though it's only been 24 hours since, I can see better than I ever have. Had a follow-up today, and still no stuffed gator, but I did get a tee that reads: Guess what I'm not wearing? How cute -- and dare I say... yelpy. ps) I have some $200 coupons for LASIK that are good through the end of June. PM me if you're interested. If you've ever thought about having the surgery done, I swear, you won't be disappointed!

Dr. Gupta was the first ophthalmologist who took the time to listen to me as I explained my vision…read moreissues. . Because of her, I was able to finally get help with a vision issue and medical condition that three other ophthalmologists had missed or misdiagnosed. I am very pleased with the care I have received here! I drive a long way to see Dr. Gupta and will keep doing so.

Updating my earlier review from last year. Just had my third annual eye examination with Dr. Gupta…read moreand the staff at Triangle Eye Consultants. I had Nadia as my technician. She prepared me for my consultation with Dr. Gupta. She was very friendly, professional, and thorough. She asked detailed questions about my eyes, diabetes, and overall health. I read the eye chart with her and completed several vision tests. She also applied the eye drops needed to dilate my pupils. Afterward, I waited only a short time while Dr. Gupta reviewed the results of my examination. Like my appointment last year, Dr. Gupta was exceptionally well prepared, friendly, and professional. She examined my eyes using a modern slit lamp microscope and explained everything clearly in terms that were easy to understand. The office is modern, spotless, and equipped with the latest diagnostic technology, giving me confidence that I'm receiving excellent eye care. They also coordinate my care with my UNC Health primary care physician, Dr. Joseph Williams, which I greatly appreciate. This was my third annual appointment, and I am just as impressed today as I was after my first and second visits.