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University Eye Associates

8316 Medical Plaza Dr Ste E, Charlotte, NC 28262-6704

About

University Eye Associates serves patients in Charlotte and the surrounding part of North Carolina from its office at 8316 Medical Plaza Dr Ste E. 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, Davis Vision and Superior Vision (7 plans in total). 13 doctors are listed here, including Kenneth Best, OD, Magda Metwalli, OD and Tammy Hawks, OD. The optical carries 36 frame brands. It is open 5 days a week. You can walk in without an appointment. Call (704) 547-1551 to confirm hours and coverage before you visit.

Listing type
Optical · Optometrist
Address
8316 Medical Plaza Dr Ste E
Charlotte, NC 28262-6704
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Phone
(704) 547-1551
Languages spoken
English
Walk-ins
Accepted

Insurance accepted

✓ VSP Vision Care ✓ Davis Vision ✓ Superior Vision ✓ Superior Vision – ACA ✓ Superior Select ✓ Superior Select Midwest ✓ Superior Select Southwest
Self-reported by the practice. These details have not been confirmed yet. Vision plans and medical plans are billed differently — call ahead to confirm which side of your coverage applies to your visit.

Services offered

✓ Comprehensive eye exam
✓ Glasses & frames
✓ Contact lens fitting
✓ Pediatric eye care
✓ Sports & safety eyewear

Services not listed are not offered at this location.

Frame brands carried

Airlock Anne Klein AVIO bebe Calvin Klein Canada Goose Cole Haan Columbia Converse Cutler and Gross DKNY Donna Karan Dragon Draper James Ferragamo Flexon Genesis JOE Joseph Abboud Karl Lagerfeld Kendra Scott Lacoste Lenton & Rusby Linda Farrow Longchamp Marchon McAllister Nautica Nike Vision Nine West Otis & Piper Paul Smith Pure Spyder ZEISS

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 – 5:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Currently closed. Times shown in America/New_York. Holiday hours may differ.

Doctors at this practice

KB
Kenneth Best, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 1079 (NC) NPI 1336100742
MM
Magda Metwalli, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 1717 (NC) NPI 1447210273
TH
Tammy Hawks, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 1333 (NC) NPI 1558399055
RH
Robert Hamp, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 1794 (NC)
CS
Claire Schmidt, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2349 (NC)
MD
Michelle DO, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2638 (NC)
MH
Marie Huegel, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2662 (NC) NPI 1114596723
HD
Hannah Demarino, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2637 (NC) NPI 1699337196
CS
Carlene Solomon, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2738 (NC) NPI 1184368730
DK
Donnie Koonce, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 2815 (NC) NPI 1558129817
AO
Anna Osborn, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2826 (NC) NPI 1720839368
RB
Rose Bittinger, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2875 (NC) NPI 1568261030
DB
Dalton Bittinger, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 2868 (NC) NPI 1750180212

Reviews on Google 2639

4.8
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Audrey Franklin
Audrey Franklin 4 months ago

The staff and doctor were great! What wasn’t great was being charged a “new patient fee”. First time I’ve ever encountered a “new patient fee” at an annual eye appointment. I’ve been to several optometrists office and each one charge $55 for contact fitting. Well here it $55 for fitting if you are already a patient. $140-300 fitting fee for new patients. Unheard of! Then add insult to injury the fee is charged in levels. More than likely you’ll be charged the higher level cost. Lesson learned - when making appointments now one should ask do you charge a “new patient fee” even better the office could let people know (before they get there!) of unheard off fees. They happily tell you of a missed appointment fee when you are making your appointment. That new patient fee is unethical. Beware of hidden charges!

C. Guti
C. Guti 5 months ago

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I had a much better experience at this location compared to a previous visit at another office in the same network. Tanika, the technician who handled my testing, was genuine, friendly, and made the process comfortable from start to finish. Dr. Koonce also had excellent bedside manner—professional, approachable, and easy to talk to, which made a big difference. I also came to this location specifically because they had the frames I was looking for, and that process was just as smooth thanks to Khyle . Everything was handled efficiently, and I didn’t feel any pressure or confusion during selection. What stood out the most was that Kimberly, the manager, took the time to speak with me directly about my prior experience and genuinely wanted to make things right. That level of accountability and customer care is something I really appreciated. Overall, this visit felt respectful, organized, and patient-focused. I would absolutely return to this location and highly recommend it to others

Beth Desrosiers
Beth Desrosiers a month ago

I've been going to University Eye for years and have always had a good experience. The only thing I will say is I get a different doctor with every visit. I would prefer to have one doctor that is familiar with my optical needs especially being diabetic.

Cynthia Richardson
Cynthia Richardson 4 months ago

Dr Osborne is amazing! She's very attentive, has attention to detail, patient first approach and is very thorough in speaking and giving the eye exam. She always listen & gives feedback. Most importantly, always asked me if I have questions. She's awesome & I definitely suggest that you make an appointment with her. Thank you!

Kadi Santana
Kadi Santana 7 months ago

Such an amazing experience, I was welcomed in and helped beautifully and well taken care of while there. It was my first time and im glad I chose them!

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