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Dr. Tavel Family Eye Care
2440 N National Rd, Columbus, IN 47201, United States
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Ka
Review №1

Such a pleasant experience. The staff and the doctor were so nice and friendly. I was seen right on time and got out of there quickly. Couldn’t ask for a better visit.

Mo
Review №2

The receptionist (i think that’s what she is) Allison is so sweet and very efficient. their staff is super friendly and helpful and will help you pick out new frames! would definitely recommend to anyone! :)

Sh
Review №3

Great experience. Staff super friendly and helpful and the docs exam was thorough. All my questions were answered and concerns addressed.

Ma
Review №4

The staff is quick and professional and the Dr. was also very friendly and informative!

Ju
Review №5

Great customer service! The front desk ladies were able to answer all my questions and even gave me some info on what my insurance can over with some advice. Been going here for years and I’ve never had any complaints!

He
Review №6

I was pleasantly pleased I didnt wait on the doctor for very long and he explained something to me for an issue I have had for many years and no other doctor could explain. The help for picking out glasses took a bit longer that I had hoped. It was a pretty great experience overall.

Jo
Review №7

They were very friendly, extremely efficient, and thankfully very inclusive. Loved our experience there!!

Ke
Review №8

Staff was extremely helpful and willing to find a solution to my problem. They offer lots of eye care options and a friendly staff.

re
Review №9

Fast, friendly service. Got an eye exam and picked out reasonably priced sunglasses within an hour.

El
Review №10

Dr Tavels employees are the rudes employees I have ever experienced Walmart Is better they talk about the patients right infront of the patient that need repairs on their glasses … never going back

Sa
Review №11

Staff & optometrist was very welcoming, professional & friendly. I was very satisfied with my visit! I was actually stretched on time & although everyone was very thorough & attentive, it didn’t take long at all! 🙂

El
Review №12

The people were friendly and nice so was the eye doctor everything was just wonderful I give them five stars

Be
Review №13

Always friendly associates. Willing to help in any way they can. Very professional.. Have always been a satisfied customer.

Ab
Review №14

This is a very nice and clean place. My appointment only took 30-40 minutes too!!! Super happy with this place and excited to get my glasses that I picked out! They take all kinds of insurance as well and you can set appointments on line!

Ca
Review №15

Very professional. Short wait time for appointment. Very helpful. Got me in and out fast. Highly recommend.

Jo
Review №16

1st time I have ever felt comfortable in an optometrists office.

Li
Review №17

All staff and Dr were very nice and helpful. Office was clean. No wait time for appt. Sat hrs were great.

As
Review №18

We were able to get into be seen quickly. The doctor was very patient and kind to my son during his exam. He also gave my kids stickers after we were finished. The staff was very friendly and gave us wonderful options to get my son the best glasses for a good price.

Mo
Review №19

I was able to make an appointment easily, the front desk ladies and doctor were professional, accommodating, and knowledgeable. I enjoyed my first visit and will definitely be back.

Au
Review №20

Great information. Great product. Made it a family environment! Will be going back again.

Sa
Review №21

They were very helpful! I was in and out of my appointment very quickly and they are always very friendly on the phone!

Jo
Review №22

Very clean office, nice, prompt, and informational. Very patient and he listened to my questions and answered t in a way I understood. A+

Th
Review №23

The best customer service in a very long time , help assist and explain what you need very warm and polite and good people personality

Ar
Review №24

Super friendly and fast, also one of the biggest selection of frames to choose from.

Ji
Review №25

I hadn’t been to the eye doctor since 1994. Obviously so much has changed. The technology has advanced to amazing levels but the customer service at this location has not. Real people, Real experts. Every step of the process was Synchronized, Professional, Courteous, and Prompt!Great Experience!

Li
Review №26

The girls were very helpful with picking out a new pair of glasses. They were friendly and quick.

Je
Review №27

Very courteous, efficient, professional. I dropped in 30 minutes early and they got me right in and had me done in no time. Great job everyone!

Pa
Review №28

I had a good experience with the doctor and staff I felt like the place was very welcoming and friendly.

Je
Review №29

We love Dr Tavel. Always so friendly and helpful.

De
Review №30

I have had trouble getting contacts for years, everywhere I went they told me I would never be able to get contacts. That was until I went to Dr. Tavel and they told me that they would be able to get contacts that would work for me. Excellent service and good prices

Ch
Review №31

Dr. Tavel was very nice and explained things very well. It was a very quick appointment which was great for me because I was on my lunch break. All the staff was very nice!

Tr
Review №32

Everyone is super friendly and the entire appointment/exam was done in less than 30 min! I was thoroughly impressed.

Ka
Review №33

Everyone there was kind, helpful, and explained everything very well!

Ca
Review №34

I called for just a regular eye exam and they were able to get me in the same week. Dr. Fechtman and the staff there were friendly and knowledgeable. I will be going back for my annual next year as well!

Su
Review №35

They were so amazing. I was having a hard time putting on the lens and they were very patient and were encouraging me. Thank you so much.

Ja
Review №36

Really cute selection of glasses and very fast and informative eye exam!

Le
Review №37

Very professional and fast, best eye care in Columbus :)

Li
Review №38

People were really nice and polite, the atmosphere was very comfortable, all in all it was very satisfying

Ka
Review №39

Super fast and easy service! Will definitely be returning!

Ro
Review №40

Havent been to the eye doc in bout 3-4yrs. Had a great experience, staff was extremely nice n helpful.. I would recommend anyone needing eyewear to them

Ci
Review №41

They worked with both I need compamy so I would get me the best deal the workers and Dr was very friendly when I walked in and as I was leaving

Sa
Review №42

Everyone was very polite! Service was great!

jo
Review №43

Very professional and courteous staff . I was in and out with no problems at all..I will definitely be going back for any future needs.

Mi
Review №44

Very professional and nice. Explaining every step of the examination and results.

Me
Review №45

Everyone is very helpful and courteous. My family and I have always had very good service at Dr. Tavels office.

an
Review №46

Everyone was very very nice and I was in and out quickly would highly recommend

Da
Review №47

Was really nice people that work there, Doc was informative with any questions I asked. Clam an quite office. Was on time with an quick an easy appointment.

Sh
Review №48

The doctor is very knowledgeable and supportive. Staff was also very helpful and kind

We
Review №49

Very conscience of sanitizing things. Fast assistance with very short wait time. Also helped me get the best deal with my insurance.

Ch
Review №50

Very professional and thorough. Made it in and out quickly, and had all of my questions answered. Definitely recommend for everyone.

ra
Review №51

Extremely impressed with the optometrist, took his time and explained every procedure and what he was looking for. Very professional !

Me
Review №52

Friendly staff & informative! Dr. James Fechtman is great!

Ru
Review №53

They were quick to get us in and taken care of

Ka
Review №54

Everyone was very nice, and I was in and out in under 30 minutes!

Ro
Review №55

I was early for my appointment and they got me straight in anyway. You dont see that kind of service.

Ya
Review №56

Excellent service, really good prices and we got the glasses really fast!

Ki
Review №57

Great service. I felt completely safe and the staff was so friendly.

Bh
Review №58

My daughter enjoyed the visit and talking to cool staff around.

Ch
Review №59

Friendly service! My daughter and I both got glasses. They did not rush us in fact they encouraged us to take our time. They let us know about different deals and were upfront about prices, so I was able to make an informed decision about my lenses! I will return and I will suggest Dr. Tavel to my family and friends. Thank you so much we both love our new glasses!

Br
Review №60

I’ve been going to Dr Tavel for over 6 years. Friendly staff, and exceptional service.

Am
Review №61

Always friendly n nice. They put you first n go out of there way to help u when u need it.

Am
Review №62

The staff is super nice and very friendly Nd very helpful the office is clean

Se
Review №63

Very kindness

Ch
Review №64

Great team and a fast, knowledgeable doctor!

Ms
Review №65

If you have medicaid, I feel that have a very good selection of nice, trendy medicaid frames. Its not a huge selection but it is good. I am very happy with mine. They are very friendly also very upfront about additional pricing. I will come back for more contacs as well as non medicaid frames.

T
Review №66

I always buy my glasses from Dr Tavel!

Ma
Review №67

Staff were very friendly and helpful

Ke
Review №68

Maybe it was just the time of day but my service was impeccable. I got fitted for contacts and new glasses in less than half an hour. One week later (and during the holidays!) my glasses were ready to be picked up. The ladies at the front were very nice and the doctor was efficient and professional. I have had really.. REALLY bad experiences with this place in the past but with the new staff I will definitely recommend this place.

su
Review №69

I was charged for a $55 contact “fitting”, which consisted of the employee putting the trial contacts in the counter and then giving me the bill. Thank

Sw
Review №70

The staff was very friendly and helped me find the perfect pair of glasses. The doctor checked my eyes thoroughly and explained what was going on with them. I would highly recommend going there!

Rh
Review №71

I went foe a medical exam. I had scratches up inside my eye that got infected. got me in that day and had me medicine prescribed and itsß helped so much

St
Review №72

Professional staff. Exam seemed a little rushed but I believe it to be thorough.

Ja
Review №73

My new glasses from Dr. Tavel do not help me at all. I cant see up close OR distance. I want my money refunded or removed from my Debit Card.I think I was ripped off and I will report this problem to the BBB here in Columbus, Indiana.~~ I have been to Dr. Tavel in the past. Always before I had good results. This time it didnt work out. ~~

Ri
Review №74

Very nice place. The staff are amazing as well as the Dr. They have a wide selection of glasses and my wife and I were in and out in less then 45 mins. Now we are just waiting on our new glasses

Tr
Review №75

The staff and Dr are very kind and professional. They do not try to pressure you into something you do not want. They are very informative about the choices they offer to meet your needs and expectations.

Be
Review №76

Hes a very knowledgeable eye doctor

ku
Review №77

Went for my eye exam yesterday. The ladies up front were very friendly and helpful. The Dr did a great job and a felt at ease. He didnt make me nervous and was friendly. Thanks for a great experience.

Tr
Review №78

Fast, friendly and very helpful

Ca
Review №79

I had a great experience from making the appointment through picking out a new pair of glasses. The staff was warm and welcoming. I will recommend them to my friends who need an eye exam or help with a prescription for glasses or contacts.

Ne
Review №80

I loved it! Everyone was very nice and understanding of anyone’s situation. I felt comfortable in the environment and not nervous at all! Loved the over all experience

Ar
Review №81

Always easy

Li
Review №82

I am usually very satisfied with the service at dr. Tavel but this time I did not get my entire order which was a bit disappointing because they have to reorder the rest of it and then I have to make another trip back in to get it

Br
Review №83

Not to happy with the service provided. I went in because my daughters school was suggesting she had her eyes looked at for trouble in school. The doctor and staff was not very friendly or personable. Also was not given the notice that our glasses were ready after I had to call and check the status of them. When I get there to pick them up only my pair was ready. No one ever expressed my childs glasses werent ready and they were having issues. I was upset with my experience and just told myself I would never go back. A month or so went by and there was a circle in her lens which caused her to stop wearing them and now of course she has missed placed them. That part is not the companies fault but what I am most upset is the lack of communication. I was new to the glasses buying process. No one mentioned insurance I thought it was included. So learning lesson for me but I WILL NOT go back to this location or recommend it to anyone. I will drive out of my way for better service. Overall staff needs some work on customer service and communication with their customers. I have worked in customer service for over 10 years and not happy at all with the service I was given.

Ji
Review №84

Always friendly

Br
Review №85

Always friendly and willing to share experience for 1st time and seasons persons!! Genuinely awesome bunch of people😃

Ho
Review №86

They expensive. But girls are nice. Dr is very nice and tells u about your eyes a nd is up front.

Sc
Review №87

This office gave us friendly service and helped us find the glasses we needed for my wife and I, and our three children. We will only go here in the future for our eye care needs.

Ga
Review №88

Under new management. The manager in the front is fantastic. I had a problem with my new glasses when they came in. Something wrong with the perfection. She worked with me until it was correct. It took 3 times, but she kept going. I know a lot of you will complain about taking so many times, sometimes things happen. At least she kept going and wanted me to be happy with my glasses. Im happy with them and vary pleased with her as well.March 14, 2017 G.M.

Ad
Review №89

Awesome place to buy glasses. Friendly staff and great selection of brands.

je
Review №90

I have loved going here. Very professional, prompt, and very informative about your appointment. Wide selection of glasses.

An
Review №91

I have been going to this office for years they are super friendly and get you in and out quickly!

Ab
Review №92

The girls upfront do not know what they are doing. Both times I saw the doctor (for the same glasses because they cant get them right) he was EATING. He had food on the counter back in the exam room. Which makes it unpleasant when he is two inches from your face checking your eyes. The first time I went to pick up my glasses they were the wrong prescription. I had to come back for another eye exam. Second time picking up my glasses I got the same line of you just have to let your eyes adjust they need checked to make sure the glasses fit right, they didnt check to see if the bifocal line was correct, they make you feel like when the glasses arent right it is your fault. I have been wearing glasses my entire life and I know that your eyes shouldnt cross when putting new glasses on. They are wrong plain and simple. This place should be shut down or have everyone fired and bring in competent employees.

Mi
Review №93

Have waited 2 weeks for expensive glasses n now they are closed on wed.why??? I can barely see and needed these asap

Er
Review №94

Very disappointing experience! The doctor was rude. He even huffed at me when I asked about multi-focal contacts. The lenses in their equipment were smudged like theyd been cleaned with a dirty rag. In the end, I could see better out of my old glasses than I could out of the new ones. So I returned them. They did offer to redo the exam, but I declined given the state of the equipment.Also - Despite being in-network with my insurance provider, they billed in-excess of the contracted allowable amounts, and it wasnt just because I got expensive frames. (I didnt.) Because I returned the glasses, I did receive a refund for a portion of my down payment - all but the contact fitting, which they didnt even try to bill my insurance for. Anyway... A week after my refund was received, they still have not reprocessed the claim with my insurance. Until they do, I cannot get a proper eye exam.Ive worn glasses/contacts for over 30-years. Over the years, Ive been to so many different doctors/establishments to for glasses/contacts. In that time, Ive never experienced anything like this place. I never imagined I would. For the sake of the company, I sincerely hope my experience is rare, or at least only an issue with this location.

Ca
Review №95

Perfect experience

Gw
Review №96

I highly recommend anyone to make Dr. Travel their first stop if your needing glasses. you wont be disappointed.

mi
Review №97

Staff was very friendly and helpful. Wide selection of frames available. The doctor was super friendly and took everything into consideration including having a detached retina over the winter and having high blood pressure and set my prescription accordingly. Will be going back for contacts soon as well.

Jo
Review №98

Very professional. Quick appointment time and very friendly. Would highly recommend to all family and friends

Dr
Review №99

Be warned that no one at this office knows what they are doing! Went in to get a pair of glasses and some contacts. When they supposedly read my insurance policy they told me that if I ordered a year supply of contacts my glasses would be 50% off. not knowing any better and $245 later. My wife looked at our policy. My glasses were fully covered except lenses and my contacts would have been about $40 a box. I called the next day to cancel my order and wanted a refund they told me sorry but she must have miss read our policy. I am 4 weeks now waiting for my money to be refunded!! The ladies are extremely rude and down right dumb!! Ill never go back but be warned they take advantage of people and their policies.

Mi
Review №100

The two young receptionists working there have no clue what they are doing . I literally had to ask them step by step what I needed to do, fill out, etc. I had to ask if I should sit down and wait because the girl didnt fill me in on what she was doing and just kind of looked at me like can I help you?..Poor customer service skills. Wanted to slap them . Please hire people that are on a more professional level. thanks. However 5 stars to the Dr. Very genuine.

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  • Address:2440 N National Rd, Columbus, IN 47201, United States
  • Site:https://www.drtavel.com/
  • Phone:+1 812-372-8895
Categories
  • Contact lenses supplier
  • Optometrist
  • Optician
  • Sunglasses store
Working hours
  • Monday:7:30am–6pm
  • Tuesday:7:30am–6pm
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:7:30am–6pm
  • Friday:7:30am–6pm
  • Saturday:7:30am–2:30pm
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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