Dr. Gist is fantastic! We are new to Iowa and I needed an eye exam. It was super easy to get in…read morequickly, and he was very compassionate. There was a scheduling snafu, and I wasn't scheduled for everything I had asked for. However, he and his staff went above and beyond to make it happen. He's definitely honest and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend!!

From the owner: Get The Best Care For Your Eyes…read more With over 10 years of serving Ankeny and the Des Moines communities, World of Vision is proud to be privately owned by Dr. Gist who is a licensed in Optometrists and committed to the highest level of customer care for each patient. Comprehensive eye exams Contact lens fitting Infection treatment Emergency care Surgical referrals Safety eyewear recommendations Prescription duplication We have frames ranging from designer to economical.. something to fit anyone's style and budget. We also carry a large selection of contact lenses. Call us for your appointment or come see us!

Very professional care and great optometrists on staff as well as assistant staff…read more They staff got my husband in and out very quickly and got him fitted with his new glasses. Which it didn't take hardly any time at all for them to actually come in so we could pick them up. They have a great range of hours and they usually can get you in pretty quickly! They accept most insurance plans, and are great to work with on billing. Parking is super easy, as well as finding their location. Will be coming back for my pair of glasses and some prescription sun glasses for my husband!!

We've been with Dr. Schroeder for many years and have never thought of going to anyone else! I'm…read morediabetic and have specific concerns that must be addressed. My wife had cataract surgery and received the finest follow up care available from Dr. S. And his staff. He will be your "last stop" in looking for family eye care! Can't say enough good things!0

I went recently with my husband to get his safety glasses. While I was waiting I noticed some…read moreframes that were very neat. I wasn't due for new glasses yet, but really wanted these frames. The staff looked up my cost, found out I could get them at discounted pricing. I didn't have my prescription with me, so they offered to call the last place I had bought my glasses. - Long story short, I had my glasses with transitional lenses cheaper that getting 2 pairs for the price of one!!!! AND I LOVE THEM!!! I was completely done in the same time it took for my husband to get his prescription safety glasses ordered. AWESOME EXPERIENCE!! I have sent both my kids since then, and they have had the same experience!

From the owner: Eyemart Optical Outlet in Ankeny offers a variety of designer eyeglasses at closeout prices. We're…read morea locally owned and family-operated shop, and our experienced eye doctor provides comprehensive eye exams to make sure you're seeing your best. We also offer a variety of contact lens options, and our friendly opticians are standing by to help you browse our selection of affordable, stylish frames.

dr. lee is the best around town! he's the only optomiteist i will go to! i've been going to eye…read morecare of iowa locations (pleasant hill & south des moines) for close to 25 years! they are the best optomiteists around the des moines area!

I was greeted by a nice person, but then I met with Raelinn who was amazing all the best…read moreexperiences I've ever had and really helped me to realize I needed to change the glasses I was wearing and ever since then my headaches have gone away. Thank you so much I care of Iowa.

I visited Visual Eyes in Ankeny Iowa since I had not had my eyes checked in 5 years. I received my…read moreglasses and immediately noticed something off. My phone was wider at the top and narrow at the bottom and distance there were spots on left lense. After returning them the front lady did everything to convince me that it was all in my head but would send them in to see if there was an issue. Three weeks went by and no response and called 4 times and straight to voice mail. I was assured that the lenses were re done. When I got home same phone issue wide at top and narrow at bottom and also spots when looking at a distance. I think the glasses were thrown under desk and never sent in and returned to me in same condition when I dropped them off.

This was our second family trip here. The owner and staff are super nice and knowledgeable. They're…read morewilling to go that extra mile to make sure that you're happy. They'll let you know of all the options there are for the glasses you're looking at and try to save you as much money as possible. They have an optometrist on site twice a week so there's no issues getting your eye exam scheduled. We've always been happy and plan to keep coming back. On a side note, they're great with kids as well!

Wow I'm loving the smart glasses. And they demonstration ones you can try on. The staff here so…read moreso kind. I can't wait to get my new glasses.

My visit occurred about a week and a half ago. My son broke his glasses for the second time in 2…read moreweeks playing basketball. The glasses at our eye doctor are pricy so decided to try Target Optical for a cheaper replacement (already exhausted our warranty for his glasses). We were helped by Crystal. She was amazing. We got there 20 minutes before closing and never hurried us. She took her time and made sure my son got a pair he wanted. She was thorough and made sure we were satisfied. Highly recommend!

Very nice doctors and staff but the emotional support dogs (NOT "Service Dogs") are very unpleasant…read moreand distracting. "Service Dogs" don't bark. These dogs do. Listening to barking dogs during eye exams and while picking out very expensive glasses... it's just not a great experience. There are plenty of other eye doctors to go to in the 515.

I love Dr Waters! She is so down to earth and fun. She does a very good job of explaining…read moreeverything as she does the exam. Such a positive experience. Her staff is also super nice and helpful. Everyone has a smile. I recommend this office highly!

This place is horrible. The staff is untrained and unprofessional. I would not recommend them at…read moreall

I love this location. The majority of the times that I've been there they are doing their best to…read moremake everyone happy with limited staff available. I have no problem waiting for quality service so my rating stands at 5 stars. Please do not hassle the people at this location that are doing their very best with what resources they have. That will not cause you to get your order filled any faster. You might as well enjoy your downtime and don't go there in a time crunch. Thank you Vision 4 Less Ankeny for the continued excellent service

No stars. I visited America's Best in Ankeny today with my husband, my mother, and our 8‑month‑old…read moregrandson. We had already completed our eye exams and were simply there to pick out frames. We were three separate customers -- my husband and I have insurance, and my mother does not. When a sales associate became available, she began helping my mother. My husband and I waited patiently for the next available associate. However, when that associate opened up, we were told we had to wait and that the same person helping my mother would be assisting all three of us together. I explained that we had been waiting and had arrived before several other customers who were now being helped ahead of us. We were still told we had to wait. At that point, I said my mother would finish her transaction, but my husband and I would not be purchasing glasses there, especially since we had an infant who wouldn't stay content much longer. What made the situation worse was the attitude of the manager on duty. She avoided eye contact, ignored what I said, and showed no concern for the situation. My mother completed her purchase, and we left. Unfortunately, this experience was disappointing and unprofessional, and we won't be returning.

Manager refused to allow my son to authorize me to pick up his contact prescription. Told me…read moreHIPPA would only allow him to pick it up in person. He could not authorize me to pick it up, he could not email and ask them to release it via email or mail to him. Federal law does allow the release verbally and/or via email. The customer service help line was able to give us what we needed in less than five minutes. Please educate managers and staff on federal law.