Warning: MASSIVE Medical/Measurement Error & Unprofessional Service I am writing this to warn other consumers to stay far away from this business. This establishment made a massive, DANGEROUS medical error on my prescription reading glasses lenses. I came in with another provider's prescription only because I couldn't find a frame to my liking, and decided to go with this business since they had the frames that I liked. But on the first day I walked into the store, the blonde-haired lady just guessed my Pupillary Distance (PD) because she claimed to be a "PROFESSIONAL" and doesn't require the use of any medical equipment. She eyeballed it. She made my glasses at a 66 PD when my actual, medically documented PD is a 50. This 16mm mistake made the glasses completely unwearable and caused me severe eye strain. When I brought this to her attention, the owner became incredibly hostile, loud, and unprofessional. She couldn't let me or my mother get a word in. Instead, she felt the need to be a bully, claiming my eyes are "one of the thousands," accusing my eye doctor of not writing my PD down, and saying my insurance is at fault here, anyone to blame but herself. The situation became so bad that we had to involve our insurance company (Fidelis) just to return the defective glasses and get our benefits reversed. The owner is dishonest, lacks basic professional ethics, and creates a hostile environment for customers when she is at fault and is called out on her mistakes. Save your time, your money, your mental health, and most importantly, your vision. Go elsewhere. If I could rate it a zero, I would.
About
Located at 1703 Sheepshead Bay Rd in Brooklyn, NY, Your Optical is an eye doctor and optical shop serving the Brooklyn area. The practice offers both eye exams and eyewear, which means prescriptions can be filled without a second trip. Listed services include glasses & frames, contact lenses, contact lens fitting and sports & safety eyewear. EyeMed, Davis Vision, Superior Vision and Aetna Vision are among the 13 vision plans accepted. Doctors at this practice include Galina Benimovich, OD and Victoria Bolbirer, OD. It is open 6 days a week, including Saturdays, with evening hours on weekdays. Walk-in visits are welcome. Call (718) 975-2100 to confirm hours and coverage before you visit.
- Listing type
- Optical · Optometrist
- Address
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1703 Sheepshead Bay Rd
Brooklyn, NY 11235-3606
Get Directions - Phone
- (718) 975-2100
- Languages spoken
- English, Spanish, Russian
- Walk-ins
- Accepted
Insurance accepted
Services offered
Services not listed are not offered at this location.
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Hours
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
Currently closed. Times shown in America/New_York. Holiday hours may differ.
Doctors at this practice
Reviews on Google 53
Withheld the doctor signed prescription, which is an ILLEGAL practice. I only got the prescription written down on a separate piece of paper after asking maybe 6 times for it (but not before the receptionist said "we don't need any прете́нзия"). Receptionist also gave my insurance card to someone else who then left the store and drove away. Felt like an honest mistake and I laughed it off because we got it back, but that was entirely at the good will and schedule of the man with my card, they're very unprofessional. The doctor was great, but the moment I asked for my prescription without buying glasses, everyone looked away. I was prepared to be sold on some glasses, but to withhold the prescription entirely, and so rudely, shocked me. btw the dmv test costs $100 here, the common price anywhere else in the area is $25.
I'm really glad we stopped by! We had some concerns about our kid's eyesight, and even though they were busy, they fit us in within an hour. The exam was thorough and doctor used new tech. She took time to answer everything. We’re super happy with the service and the location, so the whole family will be coming here.
Doc was fantastic during my appointment. She made sure I got the right lenses with the best coatings and the staff helped me select stylish frames that fi perfectly. The professionalism of the whole team really stands out😊
Dr. Galina took her time with my DMV eye exam, making sure everything was perfect. The staff was super kind and knew what they were doing. I appreciated how they made the process easy all the way through. Everything was clearly explained. Great place!
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