I have wet macular degeneration and and Dr Sanfillipo explained my condition thoroughly, gave a…read moreshot in such a way that I didn't even know he had done it with absolutely no pain nor discomfort and I appreciated that and he was also very nice.

It was a first time being in that office and I can say I'd like it very much!! All the staff and…read moreDR. we're so professional and very nice . Good experience

Don't waist your time with this place. They are only open one day a week. Asked the doctor to fill…read moreout a form... he did not. Total waist of time. No one follows up with the messages you leave.

The reason I'm updating this is that I'm now seeing Dr. Ward. He explains everything and is really…read morekind. I took off one star as I can never get through when I call the Acuity Eye group number (818-990-0165). I just sit on hold for over 30 minutes. It's so frustrating.

ABOVE AND BEYOND!! Dr. Kramar diagnosed the problem with my 80 year old mother's eyes when no one…read moreelse could. Without a solution, she would have gone blind. Additionally, when I told him the drops he had prescribed to save Mo's eyesight were roughly $500/mo, he actually got on the computer in the exam room and found a compounding pharmacy which can do it for around $7/mo. He saved an elderly woman on a fixed income about $6,000 per year. Oh, and his office runs like a tight ship. We never wait more than 5 minutes in the waiting or exam room and we are typically out of there in under 30 minutes. Great doctor - great person!

I came in to get a stye removed and the doctor and his whole team was excellent . I've never felt…read moremore relaxed going into a stressful procedure like this . He was very kind and walked me through the whole thing . I wanted to sincerely come on here and thank him so much . He even gave me a 10% discount which he didn't have to since my insurance didn't cover the procedure . Thank you so much Dr. Kramer you are the epitome of what all doctors should aim to be . Kind & caring

SAVED MY EYESIGHT!!! There's a Star ... A RockStar ... A…read moreSuperStar and then there's Dr. DadgoSTAR!! Everything about The Retina Partners is 5-Stars! The office staff is phenomenal. His nurse, Jessica, is kind, caring, and helpful. I give them my deepest gratitude and highest recommendation!

Dr Dadgostar and the retina partners do not even need reviews. I had an emergency retinal…read moredetachment surgery and Dr Dadgostar and Jessica calmly and professionally in a two day outpatient visit reattached my retina so saved my vision. I am so lucky to be close to excellent care.

Sudheshna Miryala is extremely wonderful. Not only does she thoroughly explain information, but she…read moreis highly knowledgeable. Every question asked, she answered with no hesitation and a smile. I felt comfortable with her care and service. I'm glad that I was paired with her. The office overall is very nice and clean.

There are not enough stars to describe the office and the physicians!…read moreAlways there for you when you need them, and in an emergency, in out-of-office hours, they are quick to respond and be available. If your regular doctor is not available, they always get you in with one of the other doctors. Both offices are modern and immaculate.I have been a patient for many years and the treatment and care is always first class and top notch. The entire office staff works as a team to get everyone in and seen.. This office is simply great and every one of the doctors is fabulous!

When I had an eye issue, I reached out to several doctors asking who to see. Ironically, all three…read moredoctors (from LA and in the SFO area) all recommended Dr Engstrom! He performed my retina surgery perfectly! His wait time in his office can be a little long, but hang in there.. He's worth the wait. He is thorough, and will answer all your questions until you understand the full picture of the process.

The doctors sound great but the girl answering the phone and the office manager is a detriment to…read morethese doctors. I hope they realize that both are incompetent when it comes to helping people find a doctor for serious eye problems. The office manager did not think my questions were important enough and said " I hope you find a good doctor and hung up on me...and the girl that answered the phone said "I don't know" to whatever I asked her...Both need to find a job that does not include sick people...I hope the doctors read the reviews..

Dr. Kandavel did a phenomenal job with my cataract surgery!…read more I had a complicated case: a very very dense, fibrotic cataract; a long axial length; and a small pupil. I was completely blind in one eye and had severe anxiety about the surgery, the possible complications, and wait times. Dr. Kandavel took my super emo, erratic behavior in stride and gave me an excellent outcome. I have sharp, clear vision with 0 complications. In fact, my vision is better than we both expected; I have 20/20 vision and can still read items on my cell phone. I had no pain or blurring after surgery, which is unusual since I experienced both during cataract surgery on my other eye (performed by a different surgeon). Even though he's an in demand surgeon, Dr. Kandavel has zero ego. He is as humble as can be. I'm sure my armchair expert attitude drove him batty, but he was very diplomatic, never condescending, and always sought to explain things for greater clarity. He asks questions and actually listens! He cares for his patients and how they feel and checks in with you to see how you are. Most people don't know this, but Dr. Kandavel's first name is Ganesha. In Hindu mythology, Ganesha is the remover of obstacles, bringer of good luck, and the God of new beginnings. Dr. Kandavel is the perfect embodiment of his name. I am forever grateful that he initiated me into this new vision journey!

While the Dr Kandavel and Dr Dredge are great, sadly today's visit was painful. Appointment was at…read more9:45am, we were asked to be in by 9:30am and we arrived at 9:26am.. it was a follow up of mom's last appointment and they checked her eye but for something that's supposed to be a simple one, they said, took us more than 2 hours. When staff was asked about status or what was going on, we received different answers and still don't know why it took longer than usual. It's 11:37am at my watch right now and we're still here...

This facility is of the unparalleled excellence. Dr. Dredge did my cataract surgery, each eye…read moreseparately. Dr Yoon recently did surgery for ptosis of my right eye. His surgical stitches were highly praised by the nurses in the surgical facility. One of them said I was so lucky that Dr Yoon was my eye surgeon. It's been two weeks now and there is enormous improvement ....in my mirror reflection.

I had a great experience at the Colvard-Kandavel Eye Center to which I was referred out of caution…read moreby my regular Optometrist. I was very impressed by all the machines that were used to check my eyes. The last time I had tests such as these I was a little kid and it was much different, these machines have definitely improved and give amazing quality images. I was assisted through all the machines by Joseph who was very knowledgeable and explained everything as we went. I then met with Dr. Justin Dredge who reviewed the results and took further look in my eyes after dilating them. He too was very helpful in explaining things and answering all my questions. I feel very relieved that my testing showed no problems at this time. Right now their offices are under construction so it feels like a maze, but despite this all staff remain friendly and in good spirits. The space is very spacious and there is plenty of space in the waiting rooms. There is a large parking lot with valet, however Balboa does have free parking. When I was following the GPS it took me to the physician entrance, so I couldn't back up to the main entrance. Thankfully I found a spot further on Balboa street.

This office is filled with professionals that are compassionate, caring people. Dr. Boyer took the…read moretime to explain in terms understandable to me and answered all my questions.

According to the receptionist, "Dr" Boyer doesn't know much about the human eye. She confirmed he…read moreonly studied the back of the eye. He doesn't even know the kindergarten basics of rods and cones. Based on my PCP's professional opinion, I needed to see him for my vision lost. The lazy receptionist wouldn't make an appointment with me because she said eye "doctor" Boyer couldn't help me because since I didn't know what my eye problem is, eye "doctor" Boyer wouldn't have a clue what to do. I reminded the brilliant genius, even if he only understands the back of the eye, he should understand what a referral is. She then said due to eye "doctor" Boyer's greed he wouldn't spend one second with me then, not exaggerating, hung up on me. I waited 2 weeks for my referral to get approved and this tragedy of a business is who I had the misfortune of dealing. It should be noted, this entire review was written while on hold. The robot message said there was only 1 caller ahead of me so I know the brain-stem is ignoring my call.

I'm grateful to have had such a great experience with…read more Dr. Samimi. He corrected my ptosis, and I healed in a minimal amount of time. He is a skilled surgeon and an expert in his profession with a warm and caring personality. He is very thorough and knowledgeable leaving me feeling very comfortable, knowing that I made the right decision choosing him. When I was healed, myself, friends and family were amazed with how great my eye looked. I would highly recommend Dr. Samimi.

Dr. David Samimi changed my life -- meticulous, honest, and the best at what he does…read more I've lived with cholesterol/fat deposits (xanthelasma) around both eyes for almost 20 years. They were hereditary--I've never had high cholesterol on labs--but the spots slowly grew and became more noticeable. When I didn't sleep well or my nutrition slipped, they looked even more prominent. People would get close to my face and ask what they were; over the years I was even picked on or teased about them. Years ago (~16 years back) I saw a cosmetic dermatologic surgeon who told me they could numb the area and "just take them out with a scalpel," but they couldn't guarantee I wouldn't scar or that they wouldn't come back. That didn't sit right with me. For safety, I'd already had the areas checked--benign--but I still couldn't find a doctor with a real game plan who made me feel confident. I wanted the right solution, not a quick one. After a lot of research and due diligence, I found Dr. David Samimi (Eyesthetica), and that changed everything. Consultation and Plan: From my very first consult in February 2025, Dr. Samimi stood out. He examined me carefully, marked exactly what he planned to treat, walked me through risks and expectations, and answered every question with patience and clarity. He gave me a step-by-step treatment plan instead of vague promises. I immediately referred my mother-in-law and sister-in-law after that first visit because I knew I'd found the right surgeon. Treatment Experience: I completed two in-office sessions and was seen four times total through August 2025. Each procedure was done in his office. I was awake the whole time, completely comfortable, and felt no pain--the anesthesia and technique were that precise. Throughout the sessions, Dr. Samimi narrated what he was doing, re-checked his markings, and treated me with the kind of care you give to family. He provided detailed pre- and post-procedure instructions; I followed them exactly, and my healing was smooth. He also had me return for follow-ups just to confirm the progress and make sure everything looked perfect. Results: The results are exactly what I hoped for: natural, clean, and symmetrical. I waited to write this until I was fully healed. The difference is night and day--those long-standing deposits are gone, and I already feel like there will be little to no visible sign anything was done as more time passes. (For reference, my photo with the hat is my "before," and the photo without the hat is my "after.") Professionalism, Integrity, and Fair Pricing Beyond the surgical skill, what impressed me most was Dr. Samimi's integrity. He was honest and transparent about cost, which I found more than fair for this level of specialty care. But truthfully, price became secondary; this was about finally having a doctor I could trust to do it right. My wife attended my initial consult and said the same thing I felt that day: "You found the best doctor in LA." Final Thoughts: For two decades I carried something on my face that I didn't love. It didn't define me--and my wife always loved me as I am--but getting this handled the right way mattered. I'm grateful I waited until I found Dr. David Samimi, because the experience was flawless from start to finish: expert plan, painless procedures, diligent follow-up, and results that speak for themselves. I've already referred family and anyone who asks about my experience, and I'll keep doing so. Thank you, Dr. Samimi--truly, thank you a hundred times over--for your skill, your honesty, and your care. Five stars isn't enough.