It has been 9 months since I had cataract surgery and I never had dry eyes before. I still have painful dry eyes every day. If you decide to get cataract surgery, please read this study first on how many have experienced dry eye disease after the surgery, and then decide if you really must have it. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7338747/ I was never warned about it. read more

I had blended vision cataract surgery with Dr. Goldman. The results were excellent. Dr. Goldman is an outstanding doctor. He was kind and professional, with a very good manner of interacting with patients. My vision came out just as I expected from our pre-surgery discussion. I could not be happier with my experience! read more

I recently had eye surgery and I have had excellent results. Very happy and preparing for the other eye to be operated on. I have given Dr. Goldman and his staff an honest five star rating. r. read more

Dr. Goldman is an outstanding, skilled, pleasantly kind and considerate physician, seasoned in the specialized care of cataract assessment and surgeries. Dr. Goldman is a board-certified ophthalmologist using the most advanced microsurgical techniques including the Femto Laser which requires a high skill set and precision of execution during procedures. The primary aim of the application is of precision medicine, to improve clinical outcomes for individual patients through precise treatment. The precision of femtosecond lasers in cataract surgery enhances outcomes in practically all areas of measurement, especially with premium IOLs, which depend on a well-centered capsulotomy. Dr. Goldman is very knowledgeable in recommending the best and cutting edge implantable intraocular (monofocal, multifocal, and toric) lens implants for specific patient needs after careful and considerate evaluation. Dr. Goldman's high level of expertise and experience in treating both the medical and surgical needs involving the eyes as well as ensuring compassionate and supportive patient care is a unique and exceptional quality of note. The experience from office consultations to surgical procedure were not only seamless but also painless without stress or anxiety due to the constant reassuring professional presence of Dr. Goldman throughout the process. Dr. Goldman extended a courtesy call without prompt following a procedure to ensure that all of my questions were answered in regard to follow up care. Highly recommend this exceptional ophthalmologist! read more

I recently had cataract surgery and was fortunate to have Dr. Goldman as my surgeon. Very caring and considerate. I am pleased with the result and recommend him to you. read more

I am so grateful and appreciative to have been operated on by Dr. Goldman for cataract surgery in both my eyes in February 2023 and March 2023. Dr. Goldman is an outstanding, highly skilled surgeon demonstrating compassionate patient care. The equipment he uses is state of the art. His staff are well organized and easy to work with. I was really, really scared to have eye surgery-When all was said and done I worried needlessly. I am 73 and for the first time, since I was 18, I am able to read without glasses and no longer have a restricted drivers license. Thank you and your staff Dr. Goldman.... Holly E. read more

Just had my second cataract surgery..he is absolutely the best..so nice and takes the time to answer all your questions..would highly recommend him for all your eye problems. read more

I highly recommend Dr. Goldman. Early this year (2020), he performed cataract surgery on both my eyes. The experience was pleasant and with excellent results. For 70 years my driver's license restricted me to driving only with corrective lenses. (Yes, I'm 85.). I had substantial correction for astigmatism and nearsightedness. I now have 20/30 vision in one 20/25 in the other. I passed the eye exam at MVD and no longer have a restricted license. I will get a prescription for 20/20 vision in both eyes and for reading, but I may never buy glasses. So far, I see up close and my computer using $20 readers from Walgreens. I was terrified at the prospect of eye surgery. Fifteen months earlier, I canceled cataract surgery at the last minute. Dr. G patiently and with graciousness allowed me to try again. He and his staff had to work me up once again. They were very professional in doing so; they didn't give me a hard time, though I felt they had every right to do so. Surgery took place at a beautiful new facility just east of Pima Road and north of Via de Ventura. The staff there is different from Dr. G's office staff and care for the patients of several doctors. Nonetheless, I was made to feel as if they were Dr. G's exclusive staff. I was guided to a bed separated from other beds by a curtain. A nurse prepped me by installing a port (hope that's correct because my memory of what happens next begins to grow dim due to partial retrograde amnesia - like having a colonoscopy where you're awake but later don't remember being awake). I didn't have to change into hospital garb; I even kept my shoes on. They had me lie on a freshly made gurney (not a hospital bed) and gave me a light blanket. I remember meeting the anesthesiologist, who was kind and comforting as I confessed my terror. My next memory is Dr. G taping a cup-like device over my eye. He was all done!! WTF? I have absolutely no recollection of the surgery. If asked. I will say I was out; however, Dr. G insists I was conscious and talking during the procedure. Just like during a colonoscopy. It was like magic. If I was anxious during the procedure, I have no recollection of it. I assure you I was anything but brave going into it. Years ago, my sister told me that when she had cataract surgery she was so far in nana land she felt no anxiety. That helped me. But what assuaged my fear the most was Dr. G's competence (he'd been my doctor for several years), the attendant staff and the clean surroundings. Having survived the first surgery, i returned for the second two weeks later - this time without the anxiety of the first. I'm not a rookie to surgery. I've had six coronary by-passes, eight coronary stents, a pacemaker, back surgery and surgery for testicular cancer. I was more apprehensive about this procedure than any of the others. There's something about the eyes that scares the you-know-what out of me. Fear not, however. If you choose Dr. G, you'll be in excellent hands. Better than a tranquilizer. read more

We have chosen Dr. James Goldman as a cataract surgeon for my wife following exhaustive reviews and medical training of the available eye specialists in Phoenix, Arizona. Our efforts were not futile as we are very impressed with Dr. Goldman's professional and personal touch from the first appointment. He has enormous patience and took time to explain the treatment options and let us select the best fit of our choice. Had cataract surgeries done on both eyes with 3 weeks apart in April and May 2022 and are delighted to report 20/20 vision is restored in both the eyes! Dr. Goldman personally called following surgery that evening to inquire how patient was doing, which is a rarity nowadays. We have no hesitation to state that Dr. Goldman is an outstanding and accomplished eye surgeon and would recommend him without any reservation. read more

My cataract surgery on my right eye was performed gently & skillfully by Dr. Goldman. Fast & no pain and my eye is as good as new now. I'm very happy for the success of my surgery. Dr. Goldman is patient, caring, compassionate, & kind. He is very professional, warm & cultured..I highly recommend him. He is a paragon of goodness. I highly recommend him. read more

Marsha S. Scottsdale I am pleased to recommend Dr. James Goldman of Arizona Eye Specialists. Dr. Goldman stands out as a most outstanding ophthalmologist. I have been to his office for a year and a half and I am most impressed by his thorough, genteel manner. Dr. Goldman takes time to listen and explain, to work with the patient on a plan of action. I was never rushed but treated very conscientiously and respectfully. When I needed cataract surgery, I felt 100% confident in the procedure at his hands. I knew that I would be treated in surgery with the same expertise and carefulness that I saw in the office. In January 2022, both of my eyes were implanted with the Vivity lens. The result is superb! Not one problem and a quick recovery. My vision is excellent. After a lifetime of corrective lens, with the exception of an occasional use of readers, I can see perfectly. In fact, I am typing this on my desktop computer with no glasses needed. Perfect vision. I am in heaven with the results. Thank you, Dr. Goldman. read more

dr. goldman did cataract surgery and implants of a symphony lens on both eyes--dr goldman as well as his staff were kind and professional--very efficient--the experience was pleasant and the results wonderful--no longer need glasses --after 40 years--can read the newspaper easily now--the procedure was easy and pleasant--- read more