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    San Dimas Optometry

    3.7 (71 reviews)
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    Laser vision correction

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    The text message I received letting me know that "an appointment is required or else you will not be able to pickup your glasses"
    James D.

    Once Upon a time, Visiting San Dimas Optometry used to be an incredibly pleasant and fulfilling experience. However, the customer service has been declining recently. Don't get me Wrong, Dr. Garrat is the best! and when I had to have my eyes checked out for some structural anomalies, I was able to be diagnosed within an hour and I have to say that it was one of the most rewarding experiences in visiting a doctor. However, recently, it seems as if the staff within the office is using the Pandemic as an excuse to provide subpar customer service. On my last annual checkup, I was in the office for over 2.5 hours. There was no reasoning as to why it took so long for the appointment. And I had an appointment, it's not like I arrived unexpectedly at an unusually busy time. Usually, these appointments only last an hour, and that's what I budgeted my time for. I understand that there are additional precautions needed because of the pandemic, but it seems as if that is an excuse to extend a patient's appointment by 150% that it usually is. I ordered lenses at that appointment and then received a text message to "please call before you come in to schedule pick up". I scheduled my entire week with the intention of visiting San Dimas Optometry today to pick up my glasses. However, when I did "call before I come in" I was told that I need an appointment in order to pick up my glasses. Now I cant get my glasses until next week, and my entire schedule of the week is thrown off and I'm stuck with poor vision until then. I tried my best to express that it is a little frustrating that the text message did not indicate that an appointment was needed to get the glasses and that this frustration could have been avoided if the text message was a little bit more detailed. However, the representative on the phone became argumentative and said that "that is what the text message stated", I emphasized that I'm not trying to be mean or anything, I just wanted to express that it is frustrating that the requirements of glasses pickup were not detailed enough to communicate that I would be unable to pick up the glasses without an appointment. The representative remained defensive. I realized that my message was not going to get across. and I then told her "I must have misread the text", in order to get rid of the phone in an amicable way. All I want to express is that these 2 experiences of mine have indicated that this doctor's office is not what it used to be. Not sure if the pandemic is being used as an excuse for lower quality service, or if Doctor Garrat is starting to phase himself out, but the overall experience is declining. These are just two of my personal experiences, My fiance has other frustrating experiences recently and we both have been visiting for years. I hope this message is read by the staff and efforts are taken to improve the customer experience. It's just not worth driving all the way out there to receive sub-par service.

    Where is the caring staff?
    Pratna A.

    This office use to have higher standards. New staff, poor customer service. They act like their there for a paycheck with no regard for any of patients that keep this business running, no warmth, understanding or even an ounce of friendly demeanor. They answer the phone well but when you go in it's a different story. And during Covid, one of the girls had the longest fake nails, super unhygienic. A poor reflection of the standards allowed and implemented at a time when we have a full blown pandemic. Sad state for a beautiful town such as San dimas. The Optometrist not so bad but the rest of the newbies bring down this business with so much potential. Never going back...

    Why bother sending an email out on January 5 when I get told that I cannot make an appointment until after January 12.

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    1 month ago

    Great service. Told me thing no other doctor ever has and now I can reduce headaches.

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    2 years ago

    Poor costumer service - it feels like they don't want your business. The optician is moody and helpless.

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    2 years ago

    The appointment was on time, they explained everything and all of the staff was friendly

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    Thank you so much for your kind review. We appreciate your feedback!

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    2 years ago

    Long wait and poor service. Twice had to leave because after 45 minutes to an hour of waiting they did not even start the exam.

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    5 years ago

    The examination was top notch, the doctor took the time to explain the condition of my eyes. Love it.

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    6 years ago

    Very friendly staff, and knowledgeable Docs. I'm 38 and have been getting my specs here since about 3rd grade.

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    6 years ago

    This is a friendly group of people and the Doctor is the best. Really interacts with you

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    Spectrum Eyecare Optometry

    Spectrum Eyecare Optometry

    4.4
    (42 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    We have been coming to this eye care office for years, and they have always taken great care of me…read moreand my family. The entire team is professional, kind, compassionate, and very good at what they do. They take the time to answer questions, explain options, and make you feel comfortable without ever making the process feel rushed or pressured. What stands out most is how much they genuinely seem to care about their patients. They are always helpful, accommodating, and willing to work with you to make things as easy as possible. They have taken care of everyone in our family over the years, and I honestly couldn't imagine going anywhere else. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality eye care from people who truly care.

    Ummmm who's that's sexy deep voiced man that I heard the back?? Holy smokes. They say a woman falls…read morein love with what she hears...but no worries! Meagan helped me fall in love with what I see--because for the first time, I could actually see! I'm serious. I saw Dr. Ishi, who I seriously cannot recommend enough -- she's truly amazing. She helped me figure out that my previous experience at Costco Optical has, in fact, been totally useless and wholly inaccurate--my prescription has been off for like...10 years??? No wonder I can't see at night! Ha ha! Turns out, my bizarre and highly astigmatismed eyeballs happen to be both nearsighted and farsighted on each respective side..and thus require a certain amount of due diligence and attention--all of which I have never experienced at any other optometrist prior to coming to this place. Literally, one side of my contact prescription was off by 1.5 points or whatever they use to measure it--i mean, what?? Should I contact my car insurance to dispute any claim against any minor car accidents that I may or may not have been involved in over the past DECADE since I LITERALLY COULDN'T SEE!!!?? Dr. Ishi is incredible. Megan is a sweetheart who helped me pick glasses that not only fit, but ~*flattered*~ my large and in charge face. Because of this wonderful team, I can FINALLY see for the first time in my life. Can't recommend this place enough! 10/10. Ps; and not to be super creepy or anything...as I still don't know that deep and mysterious voice I heard but I think I'm low key in love. I seriously can't wait to go back!! But next time, I think I'll wear makeup! Although idk maybe i won't bc what if they put drops in my eye and my mascara runs??? Only time will tell...stand by for updates ).

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