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University Opticians

300 SW 4th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

About

University Opticians is an eye doctor and optical shop in Gainesville, Florida, located at 300 SW 4th Ave. Eye exams and an optical dispensary are both on site, so you can have your eyes checked and pick out frames in one visit. Listed services include comprehensive eye exam, glasses & frames, contact lenses and contact lens fitting. The practice is in network with 11 vision plans, including EyeMed, Davis Vision, Spectera and Aetna Vision. Care is provided by Jon L Barber, OD. It is open 5 days a week. Walk-ins are accepted. Call (352) 378-4480 to confirm hours and coverage before you visit.

Listing type
Optical · Optometrist
Address
300 SW 4th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32601
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Phone
(352) 378-4480
Languages spoken
English
Walk-ins
Accepted

Insurance accepted

✓ VCP ✓ EyeMed ✓ Davis Vision ✓ Spectera / UnitedHealthcare ✓ Aetna Vision ✓ Cigna Vision ✓ Humana Vision ✓ Humana Vision PLUS ✓ Humana Focus / Optimum / Advantage ✓ Humana Medicare Advantage ✓ Humana Medicare Supplement
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

Services not listed are not offered at this location.

Frame brands carried

This is a clinical practice with no retail optical. Your prescription can be filled at any optical shop — see shops in Gainesville.

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Hours

Monday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM

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

Doctors at this practice

JL
Jon L Barber, OD
Optometrist
Male
Licence OPC2803 (FL) NPI 1477698504

Reviews on Google 74

4.2
Based on 74 Google reviews
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Naomi Robitaille
Naomi Robitaille 10 months ago

I highly recommend this place for your eyes. The place is very homey feeling, any nervousness i was feeling went away fast. The people there are nice, the prices are really good,especially comparative to other eye busineses . Dr Barber is great ,took his time no rushing very caring and professional .. This long run family business is really great I highly recommend it to anyone .. I would give this place more star if they were available to 😉

Paula
Paula a year ago

Dr. Barber and his staff took very good care of my fiancé and I! Both of us got an exam and new glasses! I'm happy to have established a good eye doctor in Gainesville, that we'll see yearly while we live here for the next couple of years!

Jonah Draves
Jonah Draves a year ago

My glasses frames broke, and I needed a quick fix. They were able to find replacement frames within my price range and put my lens in in minutes. Excellent and quick service, and the location is pretty cute also.

Alyssa Pennell
Alyssa Pennell 2 years ago

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.

Juan Gonzalez
Juan Gonzalez 9 years ago

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.

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