Personal and professional! Dr. Van Hoven and his whole team and office staff are a joy to visit. They take the time to explain, discuss and reassure your every concern. read more

Multiple visits and consistently good service. It's a great feeling having "Primary EyeCare" close to your home or the place where you exercise. Good doctor care helped me to recover faster and to worry less about my eye health. Dr Van Hoven was great. read more

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I had an excellent customer experience with Jeff yesterday at Primary Eyecare located at Maryland Farms. In from out of town, with a broken pair of expensive sunglasses, and Jeff took all the time necessary to fix my problem perfectly for no charge. Excellent customer service and a friendly person to deal with. I can highly recommend Primary Eyecare. read more

Went here for several years and was very impressed with the service, professionalism and what seemed to be the standard of care. Horrified when I arrived for an appointment in April '21 to learn that staff isn't required to wear masks during the pandemic. There's a sign on the door saying patients have to "respect" the foolish choice not to wear one - and virtually nobody in the IMO inadequately ventilated office had one on. (Even if I asked staff to put one on people have been in there all day maskfree - some of the exam rooms are only about 10' x 10'.) I turned around and left. If they don't care about subjecting me and/or my family to potentially severe consequences from "long covid," what else about my health are they going to take a don't-care attitude toward? Incredibly disappointing from a health care provider I had grown to trust. I have a new appointment somewhere else which requires masks, sanitizing and distancing tomorrow. read more

Awesome staff and they have the best frames! The turn around time for glasses to comeback is really quick!

The staff here are really friendly, especially the receptionist, who totally debunks the mean receptionist stereotype. They will go out of their way to order things they don't have, get them quickly and are really good about calling you immediately when they come in. The selection of frames here is also much more unusual than what you will find at most Lenscrafter type places, and the prices are a little cheaper than the trendy eye boutiques popping up around town. The office is in a weird little part of Maryland Way, right next to the pond, so the geese often wander across the road from the pond and into the parking lot. Very cute. read more

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I have seen three different doctors within nine months. Seems like they have a turnover there. The other issue is that every appointment you wait at least 45 minutes to see a doctor. I went in for something as simple as dry eye needing eyedrops. They have skirted the issue and asked me to jump through hoops. I feel like they have managed to squeeze 3 appointments out of what should have been a one time deal.I'm just going to go find another eye doctor. Done with this. read more

Professional, competent, takes time for questions, very friendly would strongly recommend Dr. Engle and Primary Care to anyone needing an ophthalmogist. read more

I had appointment on 6/30/2020. Dr. Van Hoven is GREAT!!! He went over the pictures of my retina, eye pressure and took Time to make sure that with my new eye prescription--I would be able to read the smallest letters on the back of a Credit Card. Just wonderful, patient. HAS a personality and funny. Just a joy to visit. Michelle and Melinda in the EYEGlass department are helpful with helping you to pick out a pair of glasses and they take their time with you. I receive great care with my precious eyes. Thank you and God Bless. read more

Love these guys! Always got the cutting edge stuff! Great staff and reasonable prices, especially if you get one of the special deals! Highly recommended! read more

Dr Vanhoven and staff are the model of how healthcare should work. Excellent service is what you get and what you are confident of each and every time. Thank you Dr. Vanhoven, Lisa and Laura. Primary Eyecare is the best source for taking care of the sight you have been blessed with. Give them a try... read more

Started out fairly normal....got an eye exam. Doctor was nice. But after giving me the prescription, I told him thank you, and that I'd be ordering my glasses and lenses online. He told me that because my prescription was "complicated," I should NOT get the prescription done online. He advised me to get my glasses at Primary Eye Care. I thanked him, ordered my frames online (because they're cheaper and what I wanted), then brought those frames into PEC for the lenses to be put in. The woman taking care of me pressured me on every up sell opportunity imaginable. I felt very uncomfortable. Every upgrade was something that I "absolutely must have," or "I wouldn't get glasses without that." For all of the lens upgrades not covered by insurance, it was going to be $350 out of pocket. A couple of weeks later, I picked up my new glasses to find myself seeing double.....that's right....double. The "complicated" prescription was wrong. PEC changed it and reordered the right lenses. The doctor sensed that I was upset and called me that afternoon. I told him my story and he apologized for the high pressure sales job and getting the prescription wrong. A couple of weeks later, my new glasses were ready. The original high pressure sales woman gave me the glasses and seemed dismissive again....not very nice. After a couple of days, the new glasses were hurting my ears, so I took them to a DIFFERENT eye glasses place who adjusted the frames to my face as was NOT done at PEC. After all of that drama and KNOWING they had screwed up, PEC offered no discount or compensation....shockingly bad customer service. They may have sold one pair of lenses, but they lost a customer....and the 12 other potential customers to whom I've told this story. read more

Staff is nice. Good place to sit and listen to dirt about people.... front desk totally lacks privacy and the staff gossip about the patients as they check in/out or are on the phone. Always a wait, never run on time. The doctors are nice and do a good job. Technicians are very good. Biggest problem is they do not keep patients apprised of emergent situations that require longer than usual waits. You could sit in the exam room what feels like hours without anyone even bothering to check on you while a doctor attends to an urgent patient. Second problem is they always want a second appointment for subsequent studies, recheck of contacts, whatever. Nothing can be done in a single appointment. Very frustrating and obviously a way to increase income. read more

Always enjoy my visit with Peter Van Hoven. He's personable and funny. The staff is pleasant and professional. I find the contact prices comparable with on line vendors. I also have glasses which look great and fit me wonderfully. They have even adjusted sunglasses I didn't buy from them. They understand my insurance plan very well. read more

After having a recent eye problem and away from my regular doctor, I was anxious walking into Primary Eyecare Group. But everyone from the front staff to Lindley to Dr. Van Hoven was incredibly nice and welcoming! Hoven didn't only help wonders for my eye but also showed his passion for educating and answering a plethora of questions I had. Thanks again for the great customer service! read more

Peter and his staff are the best. It's nice to see a physician that enjoys a conversation and takes the time to have one.

I just had my yearly exam with Dr. Engle. Seriously, go see him if you are looking for a wonderful eye doctor! He is personable and listens to your needs and concerns. The staff was great as well. Malia did an excellent job and was very nice. Thanks for making my visit a fun experience. :) read more

I'm a patient of Peter Van Hoven's and like/trust him with my eyes. I had an eye problem recently which developed within 24 hours. Primary Eyecare's front office person handled my call with compassion and consideration, working me into an early-morning appointment with one of the doctors immediately. So thankful for the caring attitude in their office!! read more

Dr. Young and his associates have always treated me with great care and attention. Dr. Young always takes the time to answer my questions, and has been an overall pleasure to work with for the many years that I've required glasses. read more

There is nowhere better to go for your eye care. I have been going to them for years and they have been wonderful. Dr. Young and his staff are the most knowledgeable and caring people and I would not think of trusting my sight to anyone else. read more

Great experience with Dr. Engle and staff. Highly recommended.

I've been a patient here for 15 years. They are first class in every way. I really benefited from my most recent visit with Dr. Van Hoven!

Always an excellent experience. High-quality, friendly medical care, and exceptional talent in picking out eye wear. Love these folks!

Dr. Pete Van Hoven is by far the best Optometric Physician I've ever had. I've been going to Dr. Pete for 9 years now. He is young, smart and caring. When I travel & do not have time to come in, he will text and call me to make sure my eyes stay healthy no matter what state I am in. He just gets it. So blessed to have such a dedicated, passionate Dr. read more

Great docs, inviting friendly office & staff. Amazing results! I have had 2 appointments for contacts and glasses. I chose eye mapping instead of the unpleasant dilation. I would recommend them to everyone! read more

I had my first visit here for a standard eye examination today. The ladies at the front desk greeted me in a friendly manner. I was seen by Dr. Nick Engle, who was one of the nicest, most personable (while professional) doctors I've had all around. I personally enjoy when doctors don't make you feel like you're in an uptight, stuffy environment. Another lady was very helpful in assisting me with picking out glasses, which I can't wait to get! I've already recommended these guys to a co-worker who is needing new contacts. Thank you for excellent service! read more

They handled the entire process with professionalism and efficiency. It is clear that they care to get my vision to the best place it can be. read more

As a patient for fourteen years, I can attest to the consistent professional and personal care provided by Dr. Van Hoven and the Primary Eyecare team! They are never to busy to answer any and all questions you have about your eye health and your individual treatment! I highly recommend this outstanding practice! David S. read more

I don't event know where to begin...Dr. Van Hoven is phenomenal!! My family and I have been patients for years and refuse to go anywhere else. I have terrible vision and he is always looking out for me and suggesting something better and more advanced without me ever having to ask. He is very patient and is willing to explain anything and everything. Seriously, one of the best doctors ever and truly seems to care about his patients. read more

Excellent care! Everyone in the office is friendly, kind, helpful and always willing to help in any way possible. Dr. Van Hoven is so personal and knowledgeable. I'm always amazed with his knowledge of the eye. He has been there for us during a very difficult time. The ladies in the glasses and frames area are patient and willing to help adjust and clean my glasses and frames. Cannot say enough good things about the folks at Primary Eyecare Group! read more

Really Like the Doctors I see at this office, only issue is with not having samples of contacts. Doctors need to know this before having patients try them out. My doctor wanted to try bi-focal contacts, but samples were an issue, this has been going on for weeks. I have been given samples that are not my prescription and find that unacceptable. The front desk staff act like that is not a big deal! It is to me, kind of important to be able to see, especially since we are trying to find the perfect fit. It is an extremely busy office, and need evaluate the contact sample problem. read more

LOVE Primary Eyecare Group. The Dr.s and staff are so friendly. Dr. Van Hoven really takes his time explaining everything. My entire family are patients now at Primary Eyecare. I would definitely recommend them to anyone! read more

Outstanding. This is literally the most pleasant medical office I have ever been to. From the second you walk in, everyone is friendly. I took my son there this morning. The front desk staff, the nurse, the doctor, and the person who adjusted his glasses were all great. Everyone was in a great mood, and seemed happy to be there. It was the most easy going and pleasant medical visit I have ever experienced. read more

Honestly, I was disappointed with my experiences here. This may be a lot g review, but I need to explain why I was disappointed and all around just not impressed. First off, the girls they have working the front counter, who all seemed to look alike, were never very friendly. They came off as more snooty than anything. Then on my first appointment I was fitted with a sub-par brand of contacts, they didn't fit my eyes well and kept moving around. Completely disrupting my day-to-day. My left eye has an astigmatism so the contact needs to sit just right on my eye. I went back six months later and he gave me another sub-par brand, one that I later found out we're known to cause the white bumps inside the eyelids, which of course they ended up doing. He also diagnosed my right with astigmatism. Had the same issues with the new brand. A few months later I went back again and saw another doctor. He said that my right eye did not have an astigmatism. Ok, one doctor says astigmatism in right eye, one says no, which is it?? He gave yet another brand and of course o had the same damn problems. I finally went to a completely different eye doctor and had a much better experience. Friendlier staff and the doctor actually discussed things with me. She told me that the contacts moving around might be caused by an allergy, (something neither Primary Eye Care doctor ever considered. Instead of trying determine the cause, they just tried different brands of contacts). The new doctor also fit me with a better fitting and better quality brand that has not moved around once. Also she said that I do have an astigmatism in my right eye, and my vision is much better, clear and sharp. Will NIT be going back to Primary Eye Care. read more

Dr. Van Hoven is excellent. However, I like to purchase frames at the same location as my physicians office. There is plenty of staff in this office - most of whom ignore you. On my most recent visit I was considering buying one or two pairs of glasses. I was told to wait for the sale. I instructed the staff member to hold one pair and that I may buy another which the store advertised but did not actually carry - very odd. Anyway, not only did they not get the extra pair, they sold the glasses I wanted right from under me. And then, the ever-polite doctor says that perhaps their office is not the right place for discerning shoppers. He actually said that. I have never heard a store complain that a client wants to pay too much. And, it's not like their designer friends are any cheaper than anywhere else. You get what you pay for here and from the retail side of things, you get crap. So disappointed. I expected more based upon the great doctor. However, the cast of thousands that support him are not worth a s???. read more