I got my eye exams and glasses here for many years and received excellent care and results.

I have been seeing Dr. Slamovich for many many years and have now visited in her new location on Polk Street. The location is much more convenient as you don't have to fight traffic downtown and her service is the same excellent service I have been accustomed to over the years. She is no nonsense, efficient and fair. The receptionist/assistant and customer service are also excellent with prompt responses to questions and appointment scheduling. read more

I visited Dr. Rochelle Slamovich at SF Eye Site on April 17, 2014 to update my contact lens prescription. As of March 31, 2015, I still do not have that contact lens prescription, and yet she continues to send reminders that I owe $56. Rochelle does not value her patient's time. I arrived with mountains of paperwork to fill out, and then I sat and watched as everything was typed in. What's worse is that they "forgot" to finish my appointment, so even after trying on a variety of lenses, I was unable to get a contact lens prescription. She insisted I return to have my eyes dilated before she could write a prescription. On top of all that, she tells me that my prescription isn't available. I've been wearing contacts for 15 years and have never once had this problem. I couldn't even get a prescription for the lenses so I could buy them on 1800Contacts.com or elsewhere. My experience visiting this optometrist was so frustrating and difficult, that I opted to have PRK eye surgery to correct my vision. It was easier to undergo surgery than to get a written prescription for contacts from them. Unless you've got all the time and patience in the world, I suggest you go elsewhere. read more

I visited Dr. Slamovich for the first time last week for a routine eye exam and prescription update. She provided exactly what I'm looking for in an Optometrist visit: - nice, quiet and no-frills upstairs office - quick service, no waiting around - pleasant & professional demeanor - not sales-y (said my existing prescription is more than enough, no need to get new glasses unless I really want new frames) - said i could skip the dilation this year since my eyes looked otherwise fine and have not changed - takes VSP - decent selection of frames - when i asked, took the time to suggest some frames that look good on my face, but didn't push them I'll be back next year. read more

Clean, bright office. The doctor is friendly, cheerful and helpful - she even helped me navigate my insurance so that I could pay a lesser amount out-of-pocket (something I wouldn't have thought to do myself). Was able to schedule an appointment week-of, and the whole process was painless. The one area for improvement is that the front desk staff don't share the doctor's demeanor - the folks I've talked to on the phone/met live seem kind of apathetic and unenthusiastic. But don't let that stop you from checking out this optometrist! read more

Super easy to schedule an appointment. No wait time once I got there. Dr. Slamovich was warm and communicative. She explained everything going on with my eyes, showed me how all the various tools & machines worked, and walked me through the scans & photographs of my eyes she was looking at. The cherry on top was that her office helped me order discounted sunglasses using my insurance, and even allowed me to exchange the first pair of Ray Bans with another model after they didn't fit well. read more

Dr. Slamovich is great - knowledgeable, professional, personable, and thorough. She explained everything going on with my eyes, providing additional observations and insights along the process. She will answer questions and you're not feeling rushed, unlikely many other experiences at the doctor's office. She will also work with you to ensure you're getting the best deal combination with your insurance + sharing about rebates from contact lens companies. read more

Dr. Slamovich is kind, thoughtful very good at explaining eye issues, and patient. I came in for a relatively routine need-- to update my prescription and get new glasses. The lenses never quite worked, then the frames were slightly damaged. Not Dr. Slamovich's fault, but she took care of it and her staff were apologetic, helpful, and cheerful the entire time. Thanks Dr. Slam! read more

OMG I love this lady!!! She gives such personalized service and is always willing to help me get the best with my insurance. My husband and I have been going to her for over 10 years. read more

I hate doctors. All of them; dentists, ObGyns, general practitioners, witch doctors, acupuncturists, chiropractors....the whole lot of them. I get nauseous just thinking about going in for something as simple as antibiotics when I am sick. This makes me feel more sick that I originally was, thus the need for a doctor being obsolete since at this point they have not only managed to not make me better but in the process of me making an appointment have actually managed to make me feel worse. I hate doctors enough that I have convinced myself that this sort of rationale for not seeing a doctor is a sane one. So, if you think an optometrist is an exception whoa Nellie, because they are as awful as the rest in my chickenshit little head! They make you do tests that you are sure you are going to fail even though your eyesight is not that bad, poke at your eyes, put drops in them that make the sun seem like he is Satan and he is personally after your retinas for some unspeakable thing they did. Then they get SUPER annoyed when you really do not know if the first chart or second chart out of 5000 looks more clear and you might need to see them again to be sure because these are your eyes and you are going to have to live with whatever prescription is determined in this series of tests for the next full year and you want to be sure option 1 is clearer than option 2 so can you PLEASE JUST SEE THEM ONE MORE TIME BEFORE YOU HAVE A NERVOUS BREAKDOWN AND DECIDE NOT SEEING AT ALL IS PREFERABLE TO EVER GOING TO ANOTHER DOCTORS OFFICE AGAIN!!! Well, not Dr Slamovich. She keeps up with technology and this eliminates the need for so many tests, so when you do need to see option A and B for the fourth time because you are neurotic, nervous and paranoid about picking the wrong thing she is happy to oblige. She explains everything to you, is relaxed and has the ability to converse with you in a way that puts you at ease. She also keeps her prices fair and gets you your product quickly. Who knew an anti-nausea remedy came free with my contacts! Thanks Dr Slamovich!! read more

If I could give Dr. Slam ten stars, I would. First, and most importantly, Dr. Slam is the best eye doctor I've ever been to (and as I've been 4-eyes for nearly my whole life, that's a lotta doctors). She, very literally, saved my vision before I ever knew it was threatened. Turns out that I've got a fairly hard to detect bit of glaucoma, and if it weren't for Dr. Slam investing in her visual field machine (an extra test I'd never had before...), it may well have gone undiagnosed until...well, I hate to think about that...so let's keep our happy face on, shall we? Secondly, she's fabulous and is like your favorite auntie that will tell it like it is. She'll spot the frames you should try (including ones you might never even consider), and will give her unabashed opinion--both good and bad. Then she'll figure out exactly how much your insurance covers, and she'll make sure you're getting the best value for your money. In short, she's a mensch. read more

I give them 5-stars x 10! After living in the Bay Area for 8 years and trying many eye doctors, I can confidently say that Dr. Slamovich is the best. I've been going to her for about 3 years now and no complains (on either sides!). 1. She is friendly, personable, welcomes you with a smile and talks to you like you were sitting in her living room. 2. Very professional yet not pushy when it comes to making a sale. Let's you peruse the collection at your own pace, try out the frames and is always happy to give an opinion if asked for. 3. Very knowledgeable and glad to dispense information about eye care. 4. I'm an Art Director and love the two frames I've purchased from her. They have a great collection that is simple and not overwhelming, yet stylish. Just got contacts from there and I'm a happy camper. 5. Her staff are just as good and are happy to make appointments, change appointments (I request appointment changes 6 times due to sickness and they were so good about it) and help you any way they can. 6. Get my eyes checked there as well and she's not the kind to suggest changes or anything else unless absolutely necessary. 7. You cannot beat walking into the great art deco building and the classy elevator... looks like the set of an old 1950s movie! 8. They take VSP. I give Dr. Slamovich my thumbs up! read more

Traveling away from home and missing a single contact lens - I had my prescription with me and Dr Rochelle's office was nice enough to give me a single contact lens! (Whew! Thanks much!) Much unexpected kindness, after having several other optometrist in the area deny the purchase of a single contact lens (claiming they'd have to order and can't even sell a single unit). read more

I have been going to Dr. Slamovich and Chan for ... um... more than a decade. I have always been impressed with their knowledge, bedside manner and how they advocate for what is right for me as an individual. I have never felt rushed, insignificant or less than thrilled with their service. I go to them even though my health plan covers optometry. They are that good. Last month, I received some disturbing news about my son. I didn't get enough answers from Kaiser, the eye person there didn't answer my questions well, so I called Dr. Slamovich and left a message. Dr. Chan ended up spending quite a bit of time with me on the phone helping me understand my son's diagnosis and I am truly grateful. Very impressed by the service I have always received in their office. read more

Okay. I was finally able to connect with the Dr's office and made an appointment for the following day. The new office is AMAZING, with beautiful views! I really do like Dr. Slamovich. She is super friendly. It's almost like you're having wine and cheese and great conversation rather than getting a check up. read more

I've been seeing various optometrists as I've moved around for 13 years. Dr. Slamovitch ran tests that I have never seen run anywhere else, and took the time to explain to me the purpose and results of each test. When I first visited her I had just begun a new job with a new health insurance plan, and I wasn't sure how I was supposed to pay for the appointment. Dr. Slamovitch told me that I didn't have to pay right away, that I could go speak to my provider and call her back within a couple days to take care of payment. I had laser eye surgery a year ago and need to provide documentation to the surgeon on a regular basis regarding the status of my eye exams. Dr. Slamovitch offered to contact the surgeon's office (in Canada) to determine what documentation was necessary and provide it to them on my behalf. She really went above and beyond. I recommend her to all of my friends. read more

Great service and care! When one is dealing with your eyes, having someone that you can trust with reliable care and service is imperative. I have found Rochelle and her support team to be approachable, reasonable, and more importantly 'caring' of me as a patient. As my eyes have changed over the years to where I now use reading glasses more often, I found the time with my eye examination and selection of my frames to be very thorough. I wasn't rushed and had the right amount of time in helping me with the right selection with glasses, I'm enjoying wearing. read more

Rochelle is so skilled. I got the best prescription I have ever had from her. She also has an awesome selection of frames and I felt that the way she fit them to me and to my daughter was really thoughtful and that we both wound up with glasses that were really really comfortable and really really flattering! She's interesting and has a pleasant manner as well. I really like seeing her. I think you will too. read more

I've worn glasses for years and I've never felt my prescription was quite right. Finally I found a doctor that not only takes the time to explain what's going on with your eyes but also takes the time to make sure your prescription is perfect. Her receptionist is also pretty awesome too. Be warned about one thing, security downstairs is on HIGH ALERT when it comes to... Bicycles. If you ride a bike don't try and take it in the building security treated me like I walked in with a machete. I was really upset and irritated (this is the building rules not the doctors rules) and the receptionist fitted me on the street and that's pretty awesome in my book, above and beyond. I will be going back and I will be referring my friends. read more

I needed to get a routine eye exam since I hadn't had one in a while. I found Dr. Slamovich on Yelp and scheduled an appointment. Everything about my exam was fantastic. The office is in a great location on Market Street, very easy to get to for FiDi workers like myself. Dr Slamovich is extremely professional and knowledgable has great bedside manner. She even emailed me photos of my retina that she took during the exam, which I found to be really cool! After my exam, she told me that my eyes looked great and to come back in three years, which I will! Overall a fantastic doctor whom I highly recommend. read more

I was able to make an appointment here quickly, and Dr. Slamovich was very friendly and accommodating. She definitely knows her stuff and did a great job of explaining things to me. When I had to reschedule an eye dilation multiple times, her office staff were always happy to help, even if I was the one being difficult. Happy I found Dr. Slamovich! read more

Just wanted to add yet another great review for Rochelle Slamovich. I went to her after having not been to an eye doctor for a few years. Dr. Slamovich did not berate me for having worn the same pair of contact lenses for over two years (though she did make sure to throw them away after giving me new ones to try). Everything was very clean. I never had to wait long, and never felt rushed. I've interacted with other office staff and they've all been friendly and able to help. Dr. Slamovich gave me a business card with her email address, and I have e-mailed her when eye-related issues have come up. She has early morning appointments and late afternoon appointments. Prices (both for services and eye products) are reasonable and competitive. I recommend Dr. Slamovich to all who need an eye doctor. Unless she presented me with a pet unicorn or something else equally unrealistic, there is nothing Dr. Slamovich could do to be a better doctor. read more

New patient referred to Dr. Slamovich from my OD that retired. WOWOWOW!! Dr. Slamovich is very professional, sincere and comprehensive! Don't go anywhere else--please go to her! And did I mention she got a replacement gas perm over-nighted to me while I was on vacation too. Outstanding service! Stop reading this and call her office now to make an appt! read more

I don't fool around with my eyes. My mother is blind - heck so is my dog. So for the last 10 years I have gone to checkups at the prestigious Massachusetts Eye and Ear after having LASIC there from the guy who literally wrote the book - and cost me a fortune. This is a bit awkward living in CA so when I met Rochelle, I thought I would take a chance.... and she did even better!! She listened to my needs of sitting at a PC for long hours and set my reading glasses for that distance. Wow, what a difference!!! Now I wear these glasses most of the day for both PC use and reading and when i get up to look out the window, I can still see (nope, not bifocals or progressive lenses but with the other ones everything was blurry). Her attention to detail, amazing personal follow up and overall outstanding service converted me. She is well worth the drive from Morgan Hill to San Francisco. Thanks Dr. Slamovich!!! read more

I ended up at my first optometry exam since sixth grade (no exaggeration, circa 1990) thinking I had a brain tumor due to some right-eye pain and headaches in my right temple. I did not mention my self-diagnosed brain tumor to Dr. Slamovich in so many words, but she apparently sees enough of my hypochondriac kind that she read me like a book, immediately saying "Brain tumors are very, very rare." I hadn't even SAID "brain tumor!" Anyway, we proceeded through my first eye exam as an adult. It was painless (friends had warned me about a test in which air is blown at one's eyes, but that didn't happen), intriguing and, dare I say, FUN. Dr. Slamovich told me why she was doing each test, what each test was designed to measure, and WHY it was a more or less reliable test. I also got to see an image of the back of my eye AND learned that I belong to the 25% of the population with an extra artery in my eye that will possibly prevent blindness if I have a stroke or aneurysm and survive that. WILD! It was my own little Discovery Channel right there on Market St. The right-eye issues turned out to be an astigmatism in that eye only. I walked away with a prescription that Dr. Slamovich made sure to emphasize was not technically necessary (since I still have 20/20 vision using both eyes), but the lens test alleviated my eye strain so much that I went for it. They have cute and affordable glasses on premises and advised me well on the style front. (I now want about 11 pairs of glasses, including a $350 pair by Balenciaga, but oh, isn't that what FSAs are for?). Dr. Slamovich also made time for me right before going on vacation and was efficient: I was in and out in exactly 60 minutes for a full new-patient eye exam and getting glasses fitted. With my vision insurance I paid $98 for everything (glasses and lenses included). What a pleasant change from the usual half-day-off-work doctor's appointment. I will now do my best not to visit here once a month just for fun, or to ask for cool new photos of my optic nerve and eye-backs. read more

Everyone who works at this practice is completely incompetent. 1. I went to see Dr. Slamovitch in early March. She prescribed me contact lens, ordered them, and mailed them to me. When I received the contacts a couple weeks later, they were really uncomfortable in my eyes. Went back to Dr. Slamovitch and we came to the conclusion the box must have had some defective contacts, ok no big deal. However, it turns out my eyes were -0.5 worse than what they were 2 weeks ago when she initially did my eye exam. I'm not quite sure how an experienced optometrist can miss that. Should have been a red flag when she didn't give me a few trial pairs to test out BEFORE ordering the contacts. 2. Now I finally receive a few trial pairs with new powers, decide on ones that work, and order them. When I pick up my contacts, they've ordered me the wrong prescription. On top of that, the receptionist gives me attitude, claiming they were the right ones they ordered. Lady, I think I know my eyes better than you. 3. I finally get the correct contact prescription. This is almost 2 months after my initial eye exam. Now, I need a new receipt to fill in my rebate form. You need a receipt dated within 30 days of your eye exam to qualify. Well, since Dr. Slamovitch and her office couldn't get my prescription right for almost 2 months, I need a new receipt in order to get the rebate. I call and ask for a new receipt. They send me a copy of the old one with the old date, which doesn't help me at all. I'm totally fed up with the back and forth and incompetence of this place. Don't waste your time here. read more

I refer so many friends to Dr. Slamovich and Dr. Chan---everybody that I refer thanks me profusely. I started going when I worked next door due to the convenience and now I am a loyal patient. They do meticulous work, have a down to earth vibe and take really good care of me and my eyes. I highly recommend them! read more

The eye exam was easy, quick, relaxed. Dr. Slamovich is cool, understated, subtle sense of humor, she doesn't try too hard to ingratiate herself with you (so, of course, she does so effortlessly). She answers your questions very patiently, with the right amount of detail. Best part: she emailed me the pictures of my retina. read more

This review is about 4 months late, but I had to post something. Dr. Slamovich was very easy to talk to and you could tell that she's very passionate about her field. I definitely felt like I was getting quality 1:1 attention when I was meeting with her. She didn't try to push any products onto me and I felt like she really put my best interests first. This sounds pretty minor but the best part for me was that she didn't make me feel bad about myself for wearing my disposable contacts for way too long. I know that there are good reasons to follow the directions on the box, but when the optometrist at Costco (last eye doctor I went too) just lectured and talked down to me that just made me not want to never go to the eye doctor again, thus making the problem even worse. To help me out with my problem, Dr. Slamovich set up a way for me to get automated reminders of when to swap. Thanks Dr. Slamovich! read more

There is no better eye doc than Dr Slamovich. She takes her time to properly diagnose more than just your eyes and truly cares about her craft. My eyes are my life and my income and I trust no other person to examine and prescribe for me. read more

Dr. Slamovich is by far the best optometrist I've ever been to. She's extremely personable and you automatically feel comfortable around her. I've never actually had an optometrist take the time to explain the pictures taken of your eye during your exam and why they look the way they do until coming to this office. Best yet? This office doesn't make you do that scary air puff eye test! read more

She is super helpful and fast. I called at noon for a day of appointment. She scheduled me in a few hours later. It was really convenient for me because her office is less than a block away from my work. I walked in and I was the only client and she was very personable. She checked my eyes, chit chatted and helped me pick out new frames. 5 stars all the way. read more

I've been seeing Dr. Chan here for a couple years, and I've dealt with Dr. Slamovich on the phone a couple times. Both of them and their staff are everything you'd expect from an OD: friendly, professional, experienced, etc. Since I have (and they take my) insurance, the cost of the exam is only a small deductible. The downsides are minor, and I'd give them a 4.5 if I could... * Their contact lens prices are not at all competitive. For example, the set of 8 boxes I purchased after my last visit would have cost about $250 ($150 out-of-pocket after $100 from my insurance), here. Instead, I got the same contacts online for under $100. So, I apply my insurance towards glasses/lenses and pay for the contacts out of HSA. This pretty much applies to any optometrist, though. * Their frames selection is bit small -- less than half the size of a couple previous optometrists I've been to. And I think maybe only 1/4 of the selection is for men. I gladly return, and you wouldn't regret coming here, either. read more

Excellent optometrist, very friendly and nice, and totally competent. I've been going to Dr Slamovich for year and very happy with her and the office. read more

I almost don't want to review Dr. Slamovich because I am afraid she will get booked up to the point that I won't be able to see her anymore. But she deserves 5 stars. She makes my visits super convenient, explains everything thoroughly, and doesn't push you to buy frames in her store (though I totally do, anyway, because she has tons of cute ones and everyone working there is really helpful.) She's also just pleasant to be around. I don't think I have ever liked any of my doctors this much! read more

Dr. Slamovich is the best because 1) I NEVER wait for an appointment, 2) she works hard to make sure I get the most out of my insurance (she got me "medically necessary" contacts I didn't have to pay for because I have a really strong prescription), 3) she treats me like a real person, 4) she is efficient and knowledgable. I highly highly recommend her for any of your eyecare needs. read more

Dr. Slamovich is so nice, efficient and professional. Nice to have a good option downtown!

Dr Rochelle is very nice. I was having a very annoying problem with my eyes allergies, with the eye drops Dr Rochelle prescribed, the problem was gone in less than 2 days. She also emailed me few days later to check up on how I was doing. I strongly recommend going here if you have any problems with your eyes. read more

Smart, friendly, and caring. Dr Slamovich came up with a practical solution for an odd vision problem and she answered all of my detailed questions. I really have enjoyed being her patient. read more

Dr. Slamovich and her associates are a dream team of eye care professionals. They are exceptionally nice. They corrected my vision and not only can I see great... I look more hansome than ever, such that women (and men) have been accosting me on the streets of San Francisco! read more