Shawn Thomas, OD - Eastern Eye Care

4.4 mi

Dr. Ledford is fantastic. Explains everything and listens to all your concerns. Highly…read morerecommended.

Dr. Ledford was amazing! My appointment was right on time and he was thorough! I highly recommend!…read moreVery friendly, easy to talk to, wonderful experience. Thanks doc!

Thank you for voting us BEST of the beach 2021!

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Lowcountry Vision Care

(8 reviews)

8.4 mi

Great eyeglass repair! Made my glasses like new! I wholeheartedly recommend them! They are…read moreconveniently located across from Litchfield by the Sea.

Great doctor and staff, I arrived 5 minutes after they closed to pickup my needed contacts and they…read morehappily took care of my needs. Great service, thank you!

Coastal Eye Group

2.2

(22 reviews)

2.3 mi

I was referred to Coastal Eye Group by an ED doctor because of cellulitis in my eyelid. The initial…read moretriage nurse was wonderful--compassionate and attentive--but unfortunately, the rest of the visit quickly went downhill. The nurse who took my measurements and dilated my eyes was extremely rude. My husband, concerned that the drops being used might worsen my condition, asked a simple question, and instead of reassurance, her response was snarky: "It's protocol." To put this in perspective, I was dealing with a painful stye that had turned into cellulitis and had already been suffering for three days. Rather than feeling cared for, I felt dismissed. The entire office had the atmosphere of a factory--patients processed as quickly as possible with little regard for comfort or understanding. This was one of the most impersonal medical experiences I've ever had, and I would strongly recommend steering clear of this practice.

This review is for the Murrells Inlet office. My wife is not mobile and has to use a wheelchair…read moreand a van to travel to medical appointments. She had an appointment today, and when she got there, was t old her appointment had been canceled and rescheduled. No notice of this was ever received. When I inquired of the check-in person about how notice of this was given, I was told the cancellation and rescheduling was done via USPS. not via e-mail or text message. No such notice was received. This did not create any visible staff concern or surprise. No office manager was on duty so I was unable to explore the matter while I was there. Neither was any doctor on duty there. I confirmed that contact information was correct. In this day and age, not using electronic communications for an appointment matter is inexcusable. The staff I spoke with didn't seem to be particularly concerned that the notice was not received. It looks to me like there is an administrative problem with this office. It contrasts very poorly with my own experience at the Myrtle Beach office, which could not have been better. But because that office is not equipped to handle a wheelchair patient, my wife has had to go to the Murrells Inlet office.

Smith, John Hayes, OD

3.0

0.2 mi

Dr. Smith is the best! They also have the very best…read moredesigner frames in the area. The staff is always pleasant and friendly.

This office is absolutely horrible! They are scam artists and charged my insurance company 345…read moredollars for both of my children's routine eye exams! This office is unprofessional and rude! I would not recommend this doctor to anyone!

Charles J Doering, MD

(2 reviews)

8.0 mi

You won't find a better retinal ophthalmologist! Dr. Doering, who has an impeccable background, is…read moretemporarily located at Pawley's Island, and is building a new practice in Murrells Inlet, is exactly what I was looking for. The office is lovely with a concierge feel to it. His equipment looks to be new and cutting edge current. The practice is professionally staffed, from phones, to reception, and to the assistant staff. This was quite refreshing after having experienced the very large group practice that I had initially started out with, who seemed to own the Grand Strand, leaving patients with very little in the way of options. I'm so glad to have found Dr Doering!

I recently had cataract surgery, and it was recommended that I see a retina specialist since I have…read morethin retinas. Dr. Doering was so professional and reassuring. Plus, his staff was great. Special shout out to Ashley for making the intake process so easy. Thanks, Dr. Doering!

Dr Charles J Doering

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20/20 Eyewear

My mother-in-law went in for her yearly eye exam. She wanted to keep her current frames as they…read morewere very expensive and purchased at 20/20 Eyewear. After a week to order, they updated her frames with new lenses. She could not see through them without seeing jagged or warped lines when looking at doorways and walls. They attempted to adjust them for 40 minutes then ordered new lenses to try to fix the issues. Another week went by and another set of new lenses came in. Same problems with the newer lenses. After another 40 minutes of trying to adjust the lenses she was still seeing jagged and wrapped lines. Needless to say Mom left very upset and will be going elsewhere for exams and glasses.

Recently was on a vacation in the area and a family member broke their glasses. The staff here was…read moresuper friendly and were able to fix the glasses in 15 minutes and only charged us $10! Would recommend.

Coastal Vision Center

3.4

(7 reviews)

2.9 mi

To start your experience, your greeted by Britany, one of the nicest and professional staffers you…read morewill ever experience. Both on the phone and in person she's polite, professional and a joy to interact with. Then on to the Optometrist, Carla Blankenship. Again very warm greeting and a joy to work with. She is generally sincere in wanting to help you and not over subscribe treatments or medications. I've had both eyes with cataracts with Lenses implants done based on her recommendation and my vision is clear and sharp. Highly recommend this practice to any family needing guidance on Vision Care.

Got a wrong prescription last year, glasses had to be made twice. Was told I needed a YAG,…read moreOpthamologist said "not in the line of vision". Made appointment with Dr. Meredith this year, when I arrived appointment was with Dr. Blankenship. Rescheduled for 2 weeks later, showed up and I wasn't on the schedule. Told they would work me in, left 45 mins. later. Sad, I miss Dr. Turbeville, was with her 24 years...

Murrells Inlet Vision Center

1.0

(1 review)

0.5 mi

Doctor is phenomenal, but the front desk staff is not. They do not return patient messages quickly,…read moreif ever, and almost never answer the phone. I called three times, left a message, and thought they had closed because I never heard back. One afternoon I was in Murrells, so I stopped by and found them open. Basically, I had to physically go to the office to schedule an appointment. The front desk staff is not hospitable or welcoming, and even though I've been a patient there for two years, I will not be returning.

Eastern Eye Center

(1 review)

0.0 mi

Dr. Thomas is an amazing eye doctor and has been helping my husband and me for just over a year…read morenow. He truly knows the most up-to-date treatments and has all the most current technology. Beyond that, he is so caring and compassionate. His staff is friendly and they run a very efficient office! They are understanding and fit me in when I was having an issue before leaving for vacation! Looking for an eye doctor due to a move or just to switch to a great optometrist, I highly recommend giving Dr. Thomas a chance to help with your eye care!!!

Carolina Foot & Ankle Specialists: Andrew Saffer, DPM

4.4

(18 reviews)

70.5 mi

I thought Dr. Saffer was great. He listened, didn't rush me and gave me excellent advice. The staff…read morewas warm and friendly. I recommend this practice if you're having issues with you rankle or foot.

I definitely recommend Dr Saffer. His office staff is great! Very knowledgeable and helpful. Dr…read moreSaffer is a kind man. Explained everything to me. I'll definitely return in the future.

Podiatrist Andrew Saffer Carolina Foot & Ankle Specialists

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South Strand Internists and Urgent Care

4.0

2.8 mi

I came at 3:20 pm with a son with a possible ear infection. They said the doctor already left for…read morethe day and they weren't taking any patients. This is an urgent care in a vacation town. This is unprofessional. Don't bother with this urgent care.

Excellent care!! I was in Pawleys Island on vacation and was hit in the head with a kayak which…read moreleft a pretty deep wound. The entire staff, from the woman at the front desk, the nurse and Dr. Howard, all excellent! Friendly, comforting and professional!

Donna Smyth - Nurse Practitioner

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Beach Family Eye Care

3.6

(7 reviews)

Let me say I have been wearing glasses since I was 13 years old - I'm now 64 years old...so there…read morehave been a lot of visits to the eye doctor over the years. This was by far the BEST experience I have ever had when seeing an eye doctor. I called for an appointment, and they got me in within a week. I went today and got there 20 minutes early for my appointment & was taken in early. The staff was welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable! The assistant (not sure of her actual title) went through numerous series of tests and set up a lot of information prior to me seeing Dr. Horn. Once the Dr. came in, she was quick, precise and answered all my questions so that I understood everything she was saying. Dr. Horn is straight forward & I appreciate that 100%, she talks to you, not at you. Next, out to pick out a pair of glasses - the woman that assisted me was friendly, again knowledgeable and walked me through different frame options. I chose a pair of Prada frames, went with anti-glare, transitions & progressive lenses. Quite frankly I was nervous about the cost, but when all said and done, the price was reasonable and she discounted the frames as I do not have insurance and was paying out of pocket. I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND ANYONE TO GO TO BEACH FAMILY EYE CARE and I'm actually looking forward to the fact they will call me next year when I'm due for a visit!! (my only regret is I forgot everyone's names that assisted me today!)

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Seaside Eye Associates

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3.5

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Compassionate, knowledgeable doctor. Cares about his patients. The best! His team in politie and…read morerespectful.

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