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    3 days ago

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    4 days ago

    Great place. Very professional. Dr Cao is very caring. Good support staff. A lot of elderly patients and they are very patient.

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    3 months ago

    Very detailed and conscientious examination of my retina. Feel confident about the diagnostic process.

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    3 months ago

    Excellent care. Front desk always amazing and drs and support staff are friendly and informative. Very happy with Retina Partners.

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    2 months ago

    I was prompt for my appointment and waited for over an hour to be seen. In the end I had to pay $30 parking. Not pleasant.

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    5 months ago

    Everyone in the office is helpful and knowledgeable. I've appreciated that greatly for the 9 years I have been a patient. Thank you, Dr

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    6 months ago

    Wonderful care! 1st time in 5 years that I needed a shot. So happy you guys are keeping great tabs on me! Thanks !

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    Every single person at this office is professional, patient, and kind. Highly recommend Thank You!

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    7 months ago

    Care was great. But a lot of waiting to start and in between services. I will definitely be going back again

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    10 months ago

    The office is very busy. The staff are very kind, patient, caring, friendly. Doctors are always gentle with your needs.

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    2 years ago

    Very friendly staff and doctor. Parking at building is a problem. Very crowded. Very professional.

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    1 year ago

    Dr. Hanscom is excellent The entire staff is very nice. I was very happy after my visit.

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    2 years ago

    Everyone was very gentle and gave me great attention. Dr. Hanscom is the Best!! And has saved my eyesight.

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    2 years ago

    Dr Sanfillippo is great.Have been going to him for years.Very knowledgeable and Nice,whole Staff is great.

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