Went for an eye exam. A new " instrument was used whereas a blast of white light flashed in my eye. No warning ! I am not sure it was calibrated properly. Now the vision I my only good is damaged! I do not suggest going g here. read more

In July of 2025, I underwent cataract surgery in my left eye under the care of Dr. Jeffrey Van Inwegen of New Jersey Regional Eye Care. Full disclosure, I understand that 1) every surgery has its attendant risks; and 2) I underwent this procedure, including the implantation of a multi-focal IOL, voluntarily. Up until then, no one had suggested that I undergo the surgery. In fact, my ophthalmologist had advised that my cataracts were "not quite ripe". However, when I mentioned this to the surgeon, he said the technology underlying cataract surgery had advanced, such that the "not ripe" verbiage was outmoded, and no longer suitably descriptive. Following the surgery, the vision in my left eye was impaired, and blurry. Dr. Van suggested that we move on to the right eye, but I was naturally uncomfortable going that route. My vision improved very slightly over the following three months but remains much worse, with or without glasses, than it ever has been. Dr. Van offered a prescription for remedial glasses but the prescription's reading addition was alarmingly incorrect. I consulted with another ophthalmologist who has had specialized experience with post-cataract surgery problems. That Doctor adjusted Dr. Van's lens prescription so that I can now read a Kindle, but that's about it. Reading even a large print book, or sheet music is impossible, just too blurry. I am writing this on a laptop; blurry. It takes forever, and is very frustrating. In follow up visits following the procedure, two different doctors in the practice performed eye exams. The first said: "we'll get you back to 20/20 with glasses". The second said: "you'll have to explain all this to Dr. Van". During my final visit, I explained to Dr. Van that my vision was still blurry, and had been so since the surgery. He dismissed my problem in an offhand, and casual way, and made it seem that there was nothing really wrong. But then offered a referral to another Doctor, specialized in the treatment of "these sort of things"(!) At this point, I have seen a Doctor at a renowned eye hospital, who proposed revision surgery, but explained that such corrective surgery is more complex, not generally covered by Medicare, and riskier than the original surgery. These days the best way for me to read involves removing my glasses, covering the left (IOL) eye, and using my right eye which is pretty good without correction. Otherwise, even large print is blurry. These then are my opinions: First, listen to your trusted ophthalmologist - he or she will tell you when you're ready for cataract surgery. Do not undergo cataract surgery unless you have experienced significant visual impairment. I realize now I had no particular problem reading (with bifocal glasses) prior to the surgery. Second, do not opt for the multi-focal lens - especially if your vision with glasses is fine, as mine was. You're probably over 70, and no one is looking at you anymore. Uncle Sam won't pay for the multi-focal IOL procedure, and if there IS a poor outcome or refractive "surprise" as I experienced, those type problems are easier to fix (usually with glasses) if the patient has opted for the monofocal or "standard" lens. I wish someone had told me that up front. That part of my experience at NJ Eye Care was a hurried "assembly line" approach, as in "just sign here". Read the releases. Take your time. Stay away from the multi-focal lens. And stay away from NJ Regional Eye Care. I gave the 2 star rating because the office is neat, and the front office staff is great; and because it was easy to schedule follow-up visits. read more

My hubby and I both recommend Dr Van Imwegen for cataract surgery as well as regular eye-sight checkups! Dr Van and his entire staff are friendly and professiona! Dr Van is very calming and trustworthy! Appointment scheduling is smooth too:) read more

Do not expect good service. Astoundingly this office hires customer service staff that seem annoyed they have to provide customer service. Will not be going back. read more

Wonderful experience always seeing Dr. Van and his staff for all my eye care Needs. All the way from my phone call, front desk ladies and the exam room, what a joy to have Dr. Van, Dr. Winkler & Dr. Winkler take care of me! Extra kudos to Dr. Van Inwegen for successful cataract surgery at the professional & friendly "River Drive Surgery & Laser center" in Elwood Park! With covid, I have felt safe knowing how clean/sanitized everything was at both locations! Highly recommend NJ Regional Eye Care!! read more

It was a bad experience in every way. To add insult to injury literally - the follow up was equally unresponsive and uncaring. The doctor made a giant error in the procedure and is not a good person in my opinion let alone good surgeon. If there could be a minus I would use it for him. read more

I am so thankful to Dr. Van Inwegen - he is a professional and excellent surgeon. Their practice is a not a "Mill" practice for cataracts. I highly recommend him and his facility. The staff is great and so pleasant. The office is well organized and they really care. Went to other Drs and they were only interested in selling that extra $5K lens which would not have worked well for me. I am so thankful for doctors like Dr. Van Inwegen. Anyone needing cataract surgery should go to his facility. Surgical Center was so efficient too and made me feel comfortable. They also care so much. All around very pleased and thankful. read more

These eye doctors are terrible and the service is awful. The people at the front desk are rude and not accommodating and the doctors can't solve basic eye problems. They have given me prescriptions that I can't see well with and have no been able to solve my dry eyes problem but are willing to keep having me come back and taking my $70 Do not go here! read more

The worst. Went in for cataract. Came out with a detached retina Then Dr. "Van" put down in notes it was due to a "bad sneezing fit" If I could give him negative 100 stars I would read more

I recently had a procedure which resulted in floaters in my eyes. After6 follow up visits I was told first they would go away , then it was dry eye use drops , then it was prescription drops 500 dollars out of pocket after insurance and my favorite I needed glasses. after getting my records I visited 2 real doctors that were amazed that glasses were recommended . I have had corrective surgery and my eyes are fine 20/20 and it gets better I am now being placed in collections for the 60 copay for the wrong diagnosis , what a incompetent group and never has any one picked up a phone to follow up The good news is I met with a malpractice attorney and will be instituting action against REC take my advise stay far away they are horrible Jimp read more

I've been seeing Dr. Bruther for a few years now for routine eye exams. She is always courteous, takes the time to explain everything she is doing, and never makes you feel rushed. I feel my eyes are well taken care of under her care. Both in person and on the phone, the staff is polite, professional, and helpful. read more

Went to Regional Eye Care today and was impressed. The staff was professional and helpful. The office was cleaned organized. Was taken as an emergency case and my problem was solved quickly. Dr Wong explained what was wrong with my eye and was gracious and caring. read more

I was in the area the day before a major snowstorm, and as luck would have it, a lense fell out of my frame at 6:30 pm. I stopped by this practice, and I received immediate, gracious assistance. My glasses were fixed, and I was able to get back on the road. It is a big, well appointed office with professional and attentive staff. read more

Although the front office was friendly. My first visit that I had, the girl that did my initial testing was completely rude. I then met with Dr. Van Inwegen who was wonderful and very patient. He explained to me what he saw in regards to my loss of vision in my eye after my retina detachment. I then made another appointment with Dr. Winkler who is probably the worst doctor I have been to in my entire life. My first visit to get fitted for contacts he was so rude and arrogant that had Dr Van Inwegen not been so nice I would never have come back. My 2nd visit with Dr. Winkler were a couple of months later as I got my prescription filled that he had wrote and I could not see with the prescription. My right eye hadn't changed prescriptions in about 3 years, but yet, what he prescribed me wasn't right two months later. (Iprograstinated in getting my prescription filled.). Not only did they want to charge me gain even though what he prescribed initially wasn't correct. Dr. Winkler wrote the prescription incorrectly, horrible bedside manor and will never go back to this office gain. Because of my retina detachment and surgery to reattach, I will have to have cataract surgery in about a year. Was planning on using this practice for this service, but will never go near this practice ever again. If you do go there, stay away from Dr. Winkler. Probably the rudest doctors/people I have ever met. read more

Dr Hauck and the staff are pleasant and professional. The office is clean and uncluttered. Great first experience for an eye exam and lens fitting- no fuss, no bother, no drama like you get at so many other places. read more