There were far too many requests for me to confirm my appointment sent via text and email. At least five were sent, although I left a voice voicemail confirming. I found this deluge of confirmation requests to be extraordinary and annoying. On the afternoon of my appointment, after checking in at the front desk, I waited for more than 30 minutes beyond my appointment time to be called for my exam. I opted to avail myself of having photos taken of my eyes rather than having the dilation drops. I was told in advance and accepted the $60.00 up charge. Following my exam the doctor told me what the machine cost the practice. Obviously, I helped to pay for the equipment by opting in for the photo. I can’t help wondering how much this machine provides an additional profit center and other advantages for the practice; i.e., expediences, tax advantages, etc., and whether the patient up charge will reflect this at any point. As I was checking out at the billing desk, I was told there would be an additional charge for refraction. I told them to bill my insurance. The associate agreed to do so, but I believe she should have volunteered to bill my insurance. For the second year in a row, I found the doctor to be a bit rude, a bit passive aggressive. I will likely continue with this doctor for my next year’s exam, but I dislike everything about the experience except that the doctor is probably competent and they are convenient for me.

Center for Sight is a very efficient operation. Dr. Shoemaker is a wonderful surgeon. My cataract surgery went extremely well! Dr.Schaub OD is a very caring and knowledgeable man. The entire staff were very professional and caring. I was nervous in the beginning but everyone put me at ease and I had a wonderful experience Thank you all! I would highly recommend Center for Sight to any of my friends and family!

Dr. Kim and his staff were professional and efficient. My cataract surgery went smoothly thanks to Dr. Kim's exceptional experience and knowledge. I felt that that the nurse and anesthesiologist were both attentive and supportive preparing me for the procedure.

Center for Sight on entering is a busy but organized ophthalmic center. The employees seem well-trained and the process is efficient though feels mechanized. Each of the stations for checking your eyes has a unique operator, all of whom seem to know their jobs well. This process is followed the entire way through the interview process from checking in through the eye evaluation to the ophthalmic assistant explaining the procedures, the ophthalmologist himself and then the lady who sets appointments for actual surgery. It is reassuring that they know what they do, and they do it well. Each of the employees was pleasant and knowledgeable.

I am sure this place has some competent doctors, but that was not my experience. But the bigger problem is the customer service which is non existent. The contacts I ordered were non functional and so after almost two years of trying to get some satisfaction from them and a call back from someone in charge, I have had to file suit. They then offered to refund for the contacts but not the exam which cost $500 and I had to get somewhere else. They have some very incompetent staff to handle issues and it appears that nobody knows what is going on. The manager I spoke to could not have cared less. The owner should get involved here and teach these people how to treat the customer. In any case, I would never recommend them, and suggest that there are many eye care places in town that are better and will treat you like they appreciate your business. Why get treated with such disrespect and pay such high prices.

I felt compelled to write this review due to the results of the cataract removal surgeries I received from Dr Shoemaker. Firstly, literally every person I encountered at this facility seemed interested and empathetic to my feelings. Secondly, literally every person I encountered from the front desk, to the various stages of testing, to the upstairs nurses were absolutely friendly and professional. Finally, the results of having both eyes cataracts removed is life changing. The color and clarity I'm experiencing did not exist for decades of my life. Truly amazing! Now I completely understand why Dr Shoemaker and Center For Sight are one of the top rated facilities in the world... Bravo!

The staff was very professional and up beat. The wait was a little long but once in the exam room things went well. Dr. Matthews was very professional as well and I really liked her. First time to this facility. I highly recommend them.

I was told I would be in a twilight state during procedure. I was not. I remember it. Other people I know that have had this done do not. I told the or nurse that it really hurt. She told me I would need money session and it would take longer. I said ok. She said wait for Dr Kim to come in. So I just breath thru it.

Excellent job done by Dr Priya Mathews and nursing staff for cataract surgery on my both eyes. Technicians and paramedic staff are very much appreciated for their professional manner and attitude. I will recommend my friends to Center for Sight with proud and without any hesitation.

Been coming to the practice since 2007 and I can honestly say that Center for Sight provides very good quality risk averse care for ocular health. However there are some internal issues which create distress for patients and staff when policies fail to be implemented as directed. Case manager Katie and her team did a great job in addressing that concern and on behalf of myself and my family we are all very grateful.

The staff who bring you to your room are very nice and helpful and sufficient in all their medical field. I think my Dr. is the best. She takes her time in evaluating your medical problem and viewing test that was performed and describes what is wrong and then the best treatment to be made. Is willing to take her time to answer all my questions even when she is very busy.

I visited Doctor Todd Lang, on Kings Highway in Port Charlotte. He has been taking care of my eyes for 18 years. I know that he cares about my vision and the health of my eyes. I have many issues with my eyes, but he has always taken steps to make sure that the overall health of my eyes was his top concern. I highly recommend Dr Lang to anyone concerned with their vision. He and his staff are very caring and helpful!

I was referred to Dr Joshua Kim by Dr Douglas Black, to be seen at Center for Sight's Sarasota location. The way I was received, from the time I walked through the door, was nothing less than stellar. From the receptionists to the techs, lab people, Dr Kim and his staff, Top Flight Professionals. Needless to say, I got awesome results from my surgery. A heartfelt thanks to Dr Kim and everyone at the Center For Sight, Sarasota Location.

My cataract surgery went well, though no one told me if I had upgraded $2000 it would have corrected my astigmatism. Forget the $700 gland expression. No improvement whatsoever in my dry eye condition. No drops, procedures, etc were able to ease the side effects of my ocular rosacea either. However, and herein lies the biggest problem…was/are my glasses, which were prescribed just 1 month after surgery. I believe the norm is to wait 2-4 months, according to my research. My vision slowly worsened but I figured I just had to get used to the prescription and having bifocals. I had bought 4 rather expensive pairs…only to realize (on a road trip up North) that it was quite difficult to read highway and street signs, nor my GPS. The strain on my dry eyes was awful! I could see better without the glasses. Odd, right? Upon my return home I had vision rechecked and yes, there had been a slight regression. They charged me an additional $300 to change 1 pair of lenses from bifocals to progressives. Apparently throughout all of this… I, barely, exceeded the 30 day return policy…which I was unaware of and was partly their doing as it took a week, after I originally complained, to get the peepers rechecked. Now I’m left with 3 pairs that are rendered useless. A truly disappointing, and expensive, experience. :-(

I Started seeing Dr Mary E. McVey for routine eye exams and what a highly experienced and incredibly talented eye doctor. She detected my cataracts as the major issue I was having and guided me through the process making me at ease in making the right decision. Selected Dr Joshua Kim as my cataract surgeon and what a Rock Star he is. Brilliant in his field. He completed my second surgery today. What an Amazing Staff they have from the front door all the way to the Surgery Unit. Everyone of them take Great Pride and truly make you comfortable.

The center for sight team is amazing! I had cataract surgery with advanced lenses (highly recommended) and it has been life changing. As someone who suffered with extremely poor vision my entire life (-13.0) with severe astigmatism I was hoping to just get materially better but not expecting it to be perfect. I am now 20/15 at most distances. I am so appreciative for the Center for Sight! I can recommend without hesitation…my only regret is not getting this procedure 10 years ago. 😁

1. I had a positive experience with Dr. Mahoney and found him to be kind and patient. 2. The staff at the medical center, including the check-in personnel and technicians, were friendly and helpful. 3. I kent 𝔑𝔬𝔯𝔱𝔬𝔫 certified court mediator was impressed with their surgeon, Dr. Priya, and found her to be sweet and skilled. 4. I am interested in getting a certain lens but currently does not have the funds for it. I am a retired military from Vietnam, so my funds are limited 5. The overall atmosphere at the medical center was relaxed, fast-paced, and had a caring and supportive environment. Everybody has time for a smile, a joke and people are very sincere and everybody works so hard. I can spend a day there just reading magazines and watching the people become satisfied with a group and I’ve been to other eye doctors and top specialist all over the world and this takes a cake. I’ll tell you the truth when I came out of surgery, my Johns Hopkins surgeon actually waved at me and I thought that is so cute so I’m overjoyed with the service not because people are smiling and happy because the fact is everybody there cares deeply about patients that come in and everybody is treated with a great of honor and respect, that’s unusual in America

CFS is a well oiled machine! Great schedulers that give you all the up front info you need. Wonderful staff at the center the day of my procedure, so so positive and kind. Dr. Kim did my procedure and so far it is great! This team should be so proud of the work they do, I couldn’t be happier!

Dr. De Rojas did a great job and went over all of the lens choices that would be available to me. He has good bedside manner and was very professional. The wait time was minimal and the staff was great!

Went for appointment, before appointment was started I asked the front desk how much the visit would be for a basic eye and contact lenses exam. she stated $4. I asked this specifically so there was full transparency and no surprises. All I had was an eye exam and contact exam with dilation. I go to pay, she states it’s $38 dollars, it’s extra 34 for contact exam. I was going to go back Monday to buy glasses, but I will never go back there again. Bait and switch. This is second time this happened. Poor way to do business.

As a retired COA/NY licensed Optician, I am very familiar with the day to day running of an eye clinic.I did my research as to who I would trust with my vision. Center for Sight and Dr Shoemaker was my decision. I am very impressed with how each patient was given the attention, compassion and knowledge of every staff member. By the time I saw Dr Shoemaker who is calm and straight forward, all my questions had been answered to my satisfaction. I am very much looking forward to my cataract surgeries scheduled at the end of November.

My mother had cataract surgery. I’m a nurse and we relocated from the Chicago suburbs, I knew who to go to back there. I was very happy with the care my mother received and quite frankly, don’t think she had any less of an experience than she would have had back in Chicago . Dr. Hamilton and his team were skilled in identifying my mother’s acute angle glaucoma. The office staff was nothing but professional with scheduling her appointments. Dr Mathews knowledge and skill is very apparent. She oozes confidence and compassion. The perfect combination for any doctor. The surgical team was great. The intake technician helped to alleviate my mom’s anxiety. Kerry, the preop nurse, again was confident and compassionate. She was able to get my mom’s IV with just one stick. Her last surgery required 4 and the use of ultrasound. Mark, the CRNA was so kind and VERY skilled. His block was spot on. My mom didn’t feel a thing. My mom was scared to death going in. She is not worried at all going back for the second eye. Kudos to the entire staff. As a side note, there was one issue, her glasses broke while we were there. They owned it and took care of the issue, so how can you be mad? Accidents do happen. I would recommend them highly. Don’t hesitate to come here.

Concern about patient portal which needs to be addressed. I have left 3 messages on patient portal. Last message concerned prescribed eye solution. Message left on 9/22. Received response by phone because tech saw the date of message tried to respond. She was given an error portal not working. Two things 1) if physicians want patients to communicate via portal have staff check and respond to patients. 2) this question concerned prescription medication and it was a month before answered. You DEFINITELY need to have your portal fixed and supported better.

Previously, I had cataract surgery one my right eye performed by a different doctor at another clinic. That experience caused me to be extremely hesitant to have the procedure on my left eye. 4 years later, I could not put off the necessary procedure any longer. Dr. Shoemaker and his entire team exceeded my expectations. The technology he used was more advanced than the previous physician, and his staff was caring and professional. I would highly recommend doctor Shoemaker and his entire team!

Wonderful experience with my cataract surgery. The only negative is that it is extremely busy and there was a long wait time. I was told to arrive at 11:15 and expect to go home at 1:15. I didn’t get to the operating room until 2:00. Once there however, the process was fantastic and precise. I would highly recommend The Center For Sight Dr Joaquin De Rojas MD.

The assistant that did most of my exam, Linda, was so knowledgeable and wonderful to explain everything to me. Very personable and kind. The Dr I saw was very professional with a caring bedside manner. Jean at the glasses counter was the crown jewel! I remembered her from two years ago and she was as helpful, kind and caring as I remembered her to be! She’s the reason for the 5 ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Looking forward to picking up my new frames so I can see her again! Wonderful people at your practice! Great job Center for Sight!

Found my experience at Center for Sight totally positive. Was impressed with the professional way I was treated from the time I arrived to the time I was discharged. All the staff were caring and concerned that I understood each and every step of the process I was about to face and answered each in a way I could understand. Dr Kim is extremely talented and skilled in his surgical craft and making sure I was comfortable throughout the process.

I've had to have surgery for retinal detachment, then cataract surgery all done in Oklahoma. I had to have a follow up. Dr. Nelson at the Center for Sight in Venice on Venice Island did the follow up for me and sent my information back to Oklahoma. He is a phenomenal doctor. I've seen LOTS of doctors for my eye issues and he is by far one of the best of the best. I rarely do reviews, but he was absolutely awesome! If I could give him 10 stars I would. I recommend him, without reservation, for eye care. He will be my primary eye care specialist from now on.

Wonderful place. Friendly staff from check in to check out. Very thorough exam. I had my first cataract surgery done by Dr Shoemaker 2 years ago and it was a huge success. Hoping for the same outcome next week when I have my other eye fixed. Update:. Had my left eye cataract surgery yesterday, success! This time I choose to have a block (numbing of the eye nerves) what a fantastic experience. No pressure, no bright light, was finished in a few minutes. Dr. Shoemaker and his team are the absolute best. The CRNA and nurses explained everything to my understanding and answered all my questions. I highly recommend Center for Sight for cataract surgery. If I would ever need any other surgeries or have any more issues with my eyes I will definitely go back to Center for Sight.