University Opticians - Gainesville, Florida

Alyssa Pennell

Had a great experience at UO. Dr. Barber was very friendly and knowledgeable. He took his time, explained everything fully to me, and answered all of my questions thoroughly. I'm sure most of us have had the experience of visiting a doctor who dismissed some of our concerns, and I'm happy to say I had the opposite experience with Dr. Barber. He made me feel comfortable to ask anything and I felt like I was learning a lot about my eyes in general. The front staff were super friendly as well and took their time to explain the process. Scheduling was a breeze and so was getting my insurance processed. They also take Apple Pay! The store/space was very clean as well. No issue finding a parking space as well. I would definitely recommend them.

Erin Frasson

Do not go here. I went in for a routine contact exam due to my rx being expired and my vision wasn’t as good as it used to be. The dr first said my vision shouldn’t be changing at all at my age (this is incorrect). The dr also incorrectly jumped my rx up too high in both eyes (which I found out after seeing a new dr), he also insisted I had a focus issue and over the course of 2 weeks had me try two different (and new) contacts. After several days using each I told him my vision was worse than when I went in. He then told me my problem was too complex and he couldn’t help me anymore.
I ended up going to a new dr (shout out to alachua family eye care). My vision issue was immediately and easily fixed and I now see great. My rx only went up slightly in one eye, less than he said it did. Nothing was complex about it.

On top of the issues with my quality of care here, this place was in network with my vision insurance. They told me my vision insurance didn’t cover this type of exam and I had to pay for an exam that is usually covered. After my frustrations with the quality of care, I called my vision insurance asking why they won’t pay for this anymore and they told me they never received a bill and the exam should have been covered.

Do yourself a favor and see a different dr. I highly suggest Alachua Family eye care.

Edit: Also this post was made using my maiden name. The owner claims in a response maybe I went by mistake. Do not go here.

Linda Lowe

Dr. Barber is highly skilled, patient and supportive. I am so glad I found University Opticians. Great staff and great doctor.

Jon J.

I've never been as happy with an optician before! The difference between here and Pearlvision (awful) is staggering.

Samantha C Medeiros

I went there today. The service was excellent. I am happy with the eye examination (the 4 stars was because of it). But, the price even though reviews say it is fair was at least 200 dollars more than other stores (why I didnt give a 5). I only looked after I had already bought my glasses with them and the prices I got from as example Optical Outlet was way cheaper. I never paid so much on glasses before, I am hoping it makes a difference so I feel it is worthy the price in the end. If you are not on a budget, I think this store is great, it is local, it is family owned and have great service.

Juan Gonzalez

Amazing people. Called in for glasses & contact lens fitting and was seen on the same day. The doctor was incredibly friendly and took time to not only hear my concerns about my vision but also to give me some advice on different glasses. He also said that given my stabilized vision I would receive a 2 year prescription, which was really convenient. All in all I really couldn't be happier with the service, friendliness, and professionalism that I got from my appointment. Will definitely be returning.

Mina Bustamante

The doctor really listened to the issues with my eyes and explained what was going on with them. I kept having to go back to get the exact right contact to get used to my changing eyes. He was very patient. I appreciated his kindness.

NALJun

Five stars!! This is the first time I left comments on google map. The eye doctor (forget his name) is very nice and check everything in details! He even gives me instructions about how to protect my eyes and side notes he is pretty funny. The store manager is very nice too! He helped clean my boyfriend’s eyeglasses without charges and replace some parts of it, clean all the dirty green parts in the frames!
I would say this is the best one in Gainesville since I have been to several other glasses store… Feel like they only want u to pay the money and leave.