Columbia Eye Associates, PA

1615 SW Main Blvd, Lake City, FL 32025, USA

Category:	Optometrist
Address:	1615 SW Main Blvd, Lake City, FL 32025, USA
Phone:	+1 386-755-2785
Site:	columbiaeyeassociates.com
Rating:	4
Working:	8:30AM–5PM 8:30AM–5PM 8:30AM–5PM 8:30AM–5PM 8:30AM–5PM Closed Closed

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Reviews 18

Shauna Bell

I have been a patient at Columbia Eye Associates for over two years. During that time I have had an unusual, painful and chronic eye condition that required intensive and coordinated care between Columbia Eye Associates, my primary care doctor and my neurologist. Columbia Eye stepped up to the plate and saw me on a daily basis and guided me through that difficult time to help me know when my condition was no longer an “eye problem” but something more serious. However, the doctors at CEA never just “passed me off” to another doctor. Dr. Avonda and Dr. Bodendorfer continued to see me until my eye condition was completely resolved, which was several weeks, in addition to coordinating my care with other heath care professionals. I am very grateful that I have such mindful and dedicated eye care professionals as my doctors, especially since I am a glaucoma suspect patient. I wouldn’t trust my eyes to anyone else.

A Private User

I also traveled to Columbia Eye Associates in Lake City from Alachua. I needed both new contact lenses and new lenses for my glasses. The technician was very thorough and did not rush me. He took the time to get it right when I was reading the letters in the vision test. A few times he would go back and forth till I was sure which was the better view. I appreciated that. Dr. Avonda also was very knowledgeable. He explained things in a way I understood and patiently answered all my questions. The facilities are state of the art and the adjoining Optical section had a great choice for glasses and cases and accessories. I received my glasses and contacts quickly and I am very happy with them. If you are considering looking for a place to go for your eye care Columbia Eye Associates is the best place I have ever gone and I have been wearing glasses for over 35 years. Richard V

Kym Hughes

WARNING THESE FOLKS ARE CROOKS! They lied and told me I had a copay - it was new insurance and there was not a co-pay - they gave me prefab contacts that were no help and asked me to sign saying I had them for $60! Three days later I had an eye infection that they would not see me about on a walk in, told me they could schedule in two months! BEWARE OF THESE CLOWNS! Really ZERO STARS but you have to give them one star to post! Live Oak and Lake City are both terrible!

Jeremy Payne

My wife Kelly and I, would highly recommend Dr. Avonda for any eye care needs, annual exams or emergency situations. I have a unique situation with a detached retina and Dr. Avonda has been great in several emergency situations with working me in right away. He provides kind professional service and gets you in and out quickly. We both have been pleased with his contact recommendations and wouldnt think of going anywhere else!

SjGary TwoPeace

My Husband and I, are VERY pleased and satisfied with both the Staff at Columbia Eye, including Dr. Avonda. In addition the staff who completed our prescription glasses, our order was prompt and perfect! The biggest thing that we both appreciated, was the experience, professionalism and the friendliness that was showed in all the Staff! We WILL be returning there again when our next exam comes around! ;)

Pete King

I stopped going because the eye doctor I saw chose to interpret my astigmatism as a potential future risk for glaucoma. Funny no other eye doctor has ever told me this before. (Because I was diagnosed and my visit was deemed "medical" my insurance wouldnt cover the cost of the exam. Im not sure if this is something doctors do as a way of generating more money, but its frustrating regardless.)

Jessie Peterson

Only giving this place a 2 because the staff are amazing, if it wasnt for the staff I would give it a big fat 0 (if you could review as a 0), however they do not have any concept of time and how to manage time. Take your appointment time and add 2-3 hours that you will be waiting around the office to be seen. Never in my life have I waiting that long to complete a doctors appointment.

Daniel Thigpen

I have received excellent care from here. The doctors and staff are very knowledgeable and helpful to all of my eye-care needs. I would highly recommend Columbia Eye Associates to anyone that needs a checkup or needs treatment for any eye conditions. All around 5 star experience every time. I am very happy to call Columbia Eye Associates and Dr.Avonda as my trusted local eye doctor.

Ricky Lee Brawner

Ive only seen one doctor there, Dr. Avonda, and I was very happy with the service he and his staff provided. He was extremely professional in both his explanation of my condition and the treatment provided. I plan on continuing to use Columbia Eye Associates as long as he is there. Plus, the building itself is very clean and well maintained, something very important to me.

A Private User

Are these comments all by the same individual or staff members? Seems a bit obvious considering almost all of the reviewers have stated the same exact verbiage "the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable." I find it extremely odd that random reviewers would use the exact same verbiage in their reviews. Please discontinue this unethical practice.

Tanya Johnson

I took my glasses in to get new nose pads and in a couple of days one of the pads came off. I took them back and after 30 minutes I was told that the screw was stripped, used super glue and they would not replace my frames. They have employed new people and one of them broke my glasses. I dont recommend using the store for glasses.

A Private User

I traveled from Alachua to Columbia Eye Associates,in Lake City, recently and found the trip well worth my while. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. Dr.Avonda took the extra time to make sure I received the contacts that were right for me. Excellent service, staff and Doctors! Thank you!! Charlotte V.

jennifer peluso

Unprofessional beyond means you dont tell someone you are going to do something by a time limit and never do it then when I followed up gave me another day that they would be in contact with me and still never heard from them. DO NOT make a promise you cant keep have a little respect and do what you said you would.

Casey Spires

I am very please with Dr. Bill Avonda and Columbia Eye Associates. The staff is warm and welcoming and Bill is a great one on one physician. He makes you feel at ease and answers all of your questions clearly. I would definitely recommend him to any of my family and friends. :)

cody spin

Been waiting for over an hour to get seen then sitting in the room for over 1/2 hour just for the dr to see my girlfriend. There people really just dont get people dont have all day for something that shouldnt take but an hour. Will not return .

E l i a n a Thormann

First time here and Over 3 hours to be seen?? Really!? This is disrespectful to say the least. Waiting room overcrowded, short staffed. (Nice staff) but why overbook?! That is an insult to other peoples time.

Steven Zucker

By far the best experience! Dr. Bill Avonda and the staff at Columbia Eye Associates,PA go the extra to give amazing customer care. Friendly,courteous,and kind. I felt valued. You will be happy you went. :)

Omar Hassan

Avoid this place!! I have been waiting for over 3 hours and counting at this place to be seen by the dr. An eye appt should never take this long.