I always have excellent care from everyone who is a part of my appointments. The technician is very…read morecareful and pleasant, my doctor couldn't be better and I get wonderful with my glasses in the optical shop. I feel very comfortable knowing that they are taking care of my vision and eye health. I highly recommend the St. Paul Eye clinic on Grand Avenue in St. Paul!!

Excellent care but appt took too long! Had a 1 pm appt; Front ofc staff were very helpful &…read moreefficient. The tech took me back at 1:30 for initial assessment (it took ~ 1 hr); once eyes were dilated it was another 45 mins until I was put in a room to see the Dr. Saw Dr for ~10 mins; left the clinic at 4 pm. THREE hrs seems like a long time to learn my eyes are healthy & my glasses Rx hasn't changed.

I started off first grade with a boom. Literally. On the concrete playground of Wilshire Park (Go…read morePandas! LOL!), a notorious bully appeared out of nowhere and punched me in the eye while I waited my turn to ascend the monkey bars. She hit me with such force that it caused schoolyard children, supervising teachers, and nearby murder of crows to make a cacophony of ugly shrieks. (http://bit.ly/1gj0KYN) Later that day, I told my mom about my bully's Balrog punch (http://bit.ly/1bQ3R9y) and she enrolled me in karate. #nationalkarateinroseville Several weeks later, the bruising on my face disappeared; however, the cost of her blow would still be felt decades later. In my early twenties, I developed a cataract. (A cataract is blurred vision that occurs from a damaged lens in the eye.) My ailment was an anomaly -since I wasn't old- that puzzled the head ophthalmologist at Park Nicollet (St. Louis Park)/ leading surgeon at Phillips. Eventually, she determined that my cataract occurred one of two ways: extreme drug use or trauma. I didn't use any drugs, so she deducted that it had to be trauma. (Hence, the realization that it was due to that vicious punch.) I needed surgery, ASAP! Coincidentally, my father, who is 32 years older than me, and within the age range for receiving a cataract, needed surgery as well. My father and I scheduled appointments to go "under the knife" by the same doctor on the same day and place. (First ever father-son duo at Phillips, I might add) Our appointment times were different, of course. My first -and hopefully, only visit- to the Phillips Eye Institute was nothing short of excellent. That's mainly due to the considerate and professional staff. Beginning with the receptionists, they kindly guided me on filling out all of the necessary paperwork and answered all of my questions without any sighs. The nurses? Super awesome, since they clearly articulated how they would help me prepare for the surgery. They also anesthetized me without any hiccups, and when I went under, I was so relaxed that I probably wouldn't have cared if someone slapped me in the face or hijacked and sold my organs on the black market. While drugged up, I recall the surgeon making a minuscule incision on the side of my eye, which immediately caused my vision to become blurry. Right afterwards, though, I saw an array of colors and felt as if I was flying through a rainbow or in warp-speed on the Star Trek Enterprise! (http://bit.ly/1aPrTDA) She then utilized a special operating vacuum to suck out my scarred lens and injected a folded and plastic one, perfectly. Afterwards, I passed out, woke up, and found myself rockin' a not-so-badass eye patch. (See photo.) Several days later, I returned to see my ophthalmologist and had my patch removed. My vision was better than ever! I could now drive at night, read without any problems, and discern between light yellow and white. (Yeah, that's how bad it was.) To this day, my vision rocks! If I ever have an epiphany as to who punched me, I would attempt to find her via Google and then send a message demanding her to pay for my past cataract surgery. However, this will probably never happen. If you or a loved one ever has a cataract, I highly recommend the Phillips Eye Institute! They changed my life!

Mn Low Vision Dr. Amanda Stoutman actually listened. She genuinely acted and treated me like she…read morecared. Thank you so much! The front office person even met me in the lobby so I wouldn't get lost. It is rare when the whole staff is so customer-centric and you leave feeling better just by how you are treated. Wow Mn Eye - Mtka I asked the doctor if a tint would help me see so I could keep my job. The response was well, it is subjective. I asked the doctor if a glare covering would help me see at work, again she said it was subjective. I had to ask point blank if I had the diagnosis of glaucoma after hints. Lastly preparing for another eye doctor visit, while reading her visit summary, the physician stated that she spent a long time talking to me. I couldn't see where, unless "subjective" constitutes having a meaningful conversation. When I asked for help, no options were suggested, no direction given, it was again subjective. It is a big deal when you are in a fight to keep a job so you can have healthcare. I had to problem solve and find that a low vision Physician existed through the internet. I came to you out of high recommendations and trusting that even if you couldn't help I'd at least get a referral or I don't know, but will find you, someone.

Easy to find. Good staff. Great care. I shattered my collarbone and I have been getting PT there…read morefor a couple months. Not one negative experience to report.

I'm sure in my future of post Covid-19 I'll take another trip to this complete eye center run by…read moreHealth Partners. Although service is under restrictions now this is a large optical shop with a wider selection of frames than the smaller branches. I've looked at Pearle Vision and was impressed as this shop runs a close second. I mentioned I'm having trouble with their frames staying together and inquired as to whether they are all made by the same company. I was quickly assured they are not..of course I received a reply about how reliable the frames I'm using are. My next appointment with my Optometrist keeps getting pushed forward due to you know what so patience will prevail.

As an HMO eye care center there is a decent, but not great selection of frames. I've been updating…read moreframes here for many years and I used to be able to get sharp looking designer frames, but they were costly. Now they have some designer brands that are more economical, but they tend to be more of the unisex verity and obnoxious colors as the public demands. I've been recycling my prescription sun glasses for about eight years. I can see the frown and grit from the specialist when I tell them to replace the lenses in my old frames. I just can't find anything close to slim style and comfortable fit. The service is excellent and patients are tended to quickly. They'll make adjustments

Have been going to these folks for over 10 years, very top line folks and nice to boot.read more

I'd been seeing Dr. Hein for eye evaluations & glasses. The last 2 times the glasses didn't work…read morewell at all. The problem was cataracts. The assistant had thought it was cataracts before the last pair of glasses were purchased. He should have recognized the issue & referred me to a cataract specialist. I found one on my own & had cataract surgery in both eyes.

Average reception and customer service…read more Dr. Nichols was very busy with patients back to back today. He saw me for five minutes. I feel he should have taken more time to really examine and find out why the double vision as well as dry eye symptoms. He gave me prisms in the glasess prescription in addition to a otc antihistamine drops. If you don't have problem eyes, this would be like going to an optometrist not an opthamologist. Huge difference. I came here just for complex eye problems but got the service like i went into a Walmart. I've made another appt with Health Partners to do the same exam.

This has been a very frustrating experience. I was not treated well and I could not get information…read moreabout my treatment options without cross examination of the doctor. In the end, the doctor decided what to do as if I was not in the room.

Canceled an appointment I waited a MONTH for an HOUR before the appointment. Don't waste your time…read more Seriously, if you are that hard to get into, your providers shouldn't be canceling appointments at the last minute. ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE customer service.

I had a fantastic experience here. Great selection of frames to browse that will practically leap…read moreoff the shelves right into your face. Choices include all the highly recognizable brands you'd expect, but also more niche, exciting designer eyewear. But all the best frames Izzie picked for me. She helped me find a pile of glasses we liked, that fit my pace perfectly ... then she helped me narrow them down using the "glasses wars" method. Frames can be a little expensive here but maybe your insurance or health savings account will help you out a bit? I came away with an order for two pairs by some independent Dutch designer "Roger," but maybe best was jus to have some laughs just trying on different frames

I was introduced to the Spectacle Shoppe years ago and love their wide variety of glasses, from…read morevintage or conservative to colorful and funky! The staff is dedicated to finding the perfect fit and style for every customer. I get compliments all the time on my eyewear from the Spectacle Shoppe.