So I was in Athens, GA for my Fall Break from school and I needed new contacts BADLY. I knew that…read moremy prescription had expired quite some time ago, so I figured I would need one of those as well. Being the procrastinator that I am (I'm a college student. What can I say?) I took the risk of calling the morning I was leaving town to return to school. I was sure they would tell me that I was going to have to come back to Athens another time, but they didn't! I was so amazed. I went to Thomas Eye Center right away and I wasn't even through filling out the paperwork before they were leading me into the room to start the exam. The people there were so nice to me and didn't make me feel bad about calling at the last second. And they really knew what they were doing! I've been to a lot of optometrists in my day, and no one has ever been has comforting and easy to work with as these guys. Especially the doctor, Dr. Noriko. She was younger, maybe mid twenties, but was obviously very knowledgable and trustworthy. I honestly probably would have let her touch my eyeball if she needed to, I had that much faith in her. And she was calming. Being in any kind of doctor's office makes me a little uneasy, but her voice was really soothing and pleasant to listen to, and she put me right at ease. The doctors there were very efficient. I must have been in and out of there in 45 minutes. Or, at least, I would have been if my father hadn't needed to speak to the lady handling the insurance and money issues. He can be a little wearing when it comes to money, but she was very patient and kind with him, which I admire. Needless to say, I don't think I'll be going anywhere else for my optical necessities. I want to tell everyone I know in the Athens area to go to Thomas Eye Center on Baxter St., and don't forget to ask for Dr. Noriko!!

I chose this clinic after changing insurance and based on strong reviews, but my experience was…read morevery disappointing. At my exam on May 8, I asked whether my prescription had changed and was told it had not. Based on that, I purchased a one-year supply of contact lenses without being given trial lenses. Within days, I experienced persistent migraines and blurred vision in my left eye. After returning on June 15, I was told my left-eye prescription was incorrect and it was adjusted. This confirmed the original lenses I was sold were not correct. I also had to repeatedly follow up to get updates and resolution, and communication throughout the process was inconsistent. When I asked about a refund or replacement for the incorrect lenses, the response was unclear and the issue remains unresolved. Overall, I did not feel the care, accuracy, or follow-through met the standard expected from a vision provider, especially when prescribing and selling a full year of contact lenses.

Dr. Ficek was a hero with my son who is 10 months old and can never sit still. The practice is…read morebrand new, conveniently located with plenty of parking, and the staff are all so warm and welcoming. Great selection of glasses as well - my husband picked out a pair he is actually excited about wearing. Will be back next year!

I was told there's two types of people that wear sunglasses indoors; movie stars and aaa h*les…read more Honestly, I have been both. Lol! There's two other reasons I wear my shades indoors. I wear prescription lenses. Sometimes I prefer keeping on them rather than swapping for a pair of clear spectacles, especially if I'm only inside for a few minutes. The other is that I just forget I have them on. With this disclaimer, I'm wild about Tiposi glasses. I discovered them at a local bike shop. They make a number of different styles for a variety of sports. Not only are they well made, there's a number of different styles available. Some come with multi-exchangeable lens. Rx versions available. My cousin is a medical first responder and wears the clear wrap-around styles for her protection. I got her a pair of Tiposi's and she loves them. I got myself a pair of P-frame glasses. Nice, light, and easy to self-adjust. Good price too. While it may seem odd to wear sunglasses indoors, I typically have a good reason for sporting shades inside. So if you see me wearing sunglasses indoors, they are likely from Tiposi.

Bought a set of Tifosi Slip cycling sunglasses based on a little research - they work great! These…read morehave a larger lens to block more wind (riding recumbent) and excellent defog venting. Nice carbon weave look too. Lost the left side rubber nose rest while cleaning somewhere - emailed to ask about replacing and they said they'd send a pair right away, gratis. Two days later the package arrived and I'm on the road with their product. Great customer service from my view.

They accept my insurance. Everyone was nice. However, my exam was not done by a doctor. It was done…read moreby an assistant. A doctor did come in after. However I think my new prescription was not much of an improvement. I had the prescription filled somewhere else so I have no recourse. And what they charged my insurance was twice what I've ever paid.

I was a patient of Dr. Elisabeth Lawson from 2015 to 2019, and she was outstanding. When she left,…read moreI followed her to her new practice in Cumming, but after a couple of years, she stopped practicing to spend more time with her family and continued on as owner of the Cumming practice with three or four optometrists working for her. As I could no longer get an appointment with Dr. Lawson, I've returned to Athens Family Vision and recently had an appointment with Dr. Patel. She is also an excellent optometrist, and responded very well to a couple of my concerns. She is thorough, knowledgeable, and very kind in her manner. I will continue with her and have encouraged the rest of my family in the Athens area to give her their business.

This is from their website. "Athens Optical, located in…read moreAthens Eye Associates, allows you to shop for your eyewear and order contact lenses in the same location as your appointment thus saving you time and money. " They fail mention that just because your exam was covered by your insurance doesn't mean they will take it for the glasses. This does not save time or money. I now have to pay full price for glasses that should have been mostly covered. Yes, I can file a claim with my insurance but that is more of my time! I have vision insurance and Athens Eye is listed covered and in network. PLEASE DISCLOSE THAT A PATIENTS INSURANCE WILL NOT FOLLOW THEM THROUGH THE ENTIRE PROCESS!

From the owner: Athens Optical, located in Athens Eye Associates, allows you to shop for your eyewear and order…read morecontact lenses in the same location as your appointment thus saving you time and money.

Everything went well from the time I walked in the door. The receptionist was awesome, the young…read moregirl, who did my pretesting, was so sweet and personable, and the Optometrist, is a super nice man. Everyone absolutely, took great care of me. It's so rare to find an Optometrist as nice as this man is. Thank you so much for it all.

Exam resulted in glasses that are worse than a regular pair of dollar store readers, but cost way…read moremore $. Staff insisted I needed to get used to them. After 2 months it's no better. I will not be returning.