Based on their 300+ five-star reviews, I felt confident reaching out to Artisan Eye in mid-May. They were booked out to September but placed me on a waitlist, and within a week a spot opened. I was seen for a routine exam on May 20, the facility was modern, the staff friendly, and the exam thorough. They booked a follow-up for May 22 to check on a new prescription and a switch from monthly to daily wear contacts. At the follow-up, Dr. Collier and I discussed ordering a 3-month supply of daily contacts. The optometrist who handles orders was already out for Memorial Weekend, so they gave me a 10-day trial supply and confirmed they would call Tuesday, May 26 to place the order. No one called. I called that afternoon, got voicemail, left a message. No response. I called again on June 2. No answer, left another voicemail. Still no response. It has been over a week with zero follow-through. My prescription changed, so my old contacts are no longer usable, and I am now down to my last day of trials. This week I am in the middle of packing & moving to our new home having to try to figure out how to make 1 final set of daily use contacts last until I can find another option, which is absolutely awful. The eye exam was great, but everything after that was an inexcusable failure in basic patient care. Stay away from Artisan Eye if you value communication as a customer.
Artisan Eye
About
Artisan Eye serves patients in Sarasota and the surrounding part of Florida from its office at 6600 University Pkwy. Both exams and glasses are handled here — exam rooms and an optical shop share the same address. Listed services include comprehensive eye exam, glasses & frames, contact lenses and contact lens fitting. Insurance accepted includes VSP, Superior Vision, Spectera and MetLife (4 plans in total). Doctors at this practice include Kara A Collier, OD and Cory Collier, OD. The optical carries 36 frame brands. It is open 5 days a week. You can walk in without an appointment. Call (941) 242-2020 to confirm hours and coverage before you visit.
- Listing type
- Optical · Optometrist
- Address
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6600 University Pkwy
Ste 306
Sarasota, FL 34240
Get Directions - Phone
- (941) 242-2020
- Languages spoken
- English
- Walk-ins
- Accepted
Insurance accepted
Services offered
Services not listed are not offered at this location.
Frame brands carried
Brands on the floor as of the practice's last update. Stock varies — call for a specific model.
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Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
Currently closed. Times shown in America/New_York. Holiday hours may differ.
Doctors at this practice
Reviews on Google 339
As a particularly complex and challenging eye care case, I deeply appreciate his expertise, thoroughness, and thoughtful approach to treatment. He is professional, attentive, and committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for his patients. Love Dr Collier!!!
Dr. Collier is the best, he’s very patient and listens to what is important to me. He takes the time to explain and help me understand my options. Also, it’s been challenging for me to get contacts the I can see out of, Dr. Collier is the only one to be successful thus far and I see better with my contacts in than with glasses! I recommend them 100%
Cory is a great Eye Dr. He took great care and explained everything very well. Offered some things I wasn't expecting - A very thorough and comprehensive eye exam. We discussed family history and Cory assured me I was not currently at risk for the ame Family eye problems. I would highly recommend Artisan Eye!!
The optician, I think his name is David, is exceptional at what he does. I have a really strong astigmatism so I always have to get my glasses adjusted. My friend recommended artisan eye after my place wasn’t quite cutting it. He takes so much time and care into it and knows exactly how to fix it to make sure I’m walking out seeing perfectly. Dude is the best!!
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