Reviews for Refractive Surgery Explained Services in West Hills, CA

He is my favorite doctor; always nice, kind, attentive, and caring. Your personnel, especially Ms. Nicki, except for one, are always kind and respectful. The reception desk receives you with smile making you believe you are welcome. More

Probably one of the best experiences at the West Hills office. Marc took me back for "pictures" of my eyes. He is very personable. Next Dr. Iverson started my exam to get me ready for Dr. Aizuss. She is patient and kind even when you can't decide between lens 1 and lens 2. Additionally she went back without frustration when I wasn't sure. Then his assistant (Dark hair 20ish) set me up. Of course, Dr Aizuss was amazing as always, Jeanie Clark called to set up Cataract surgery before I even arrived home! Efficient, professional and nice all the way around. More

Dr Elkins performed my cataract surgery 12 years ago. The results have been miraculous. The office is thorough and efficient. Thank you! More

Doctor Karlin and his staff were absolutely professional and I’ve got unbelievable treatment. Usually most of the physicians are in rush to get to the next patient and they don’t explain what caused your problem , so they can make more money perhaps by seeing more patients,, but doctor Karlin not only took his time to diagnose my problem he also took his time to explain me what caused my problem and what I should do to take care it his nurse was very courteous and friendly and as well beautiful smile. Thank you so much for great service and I really appreciate all the staff More

Dr. Karlin is an experienced professional, with a pleasant personality who always greets you with a smile. More

Dr. Elkins is an excellent doctor. He is friendly and experienced. He explores all options with his patients and makes them feel both confident and comfortable in their decisions. I recently had cataract surgery performed by Dr. Elkins and it was actually a wonderful experience. The Freedom Surgery Center where the procedure took place was excellent. The staff at Dr. Elkiins' 2 offices, along with the surgery center are like well-oiled machines. They have great systems in place to take care of their patients. I would and have recommended Dr. Elkins and Ophthalmology Associates to my friends and to my family. More

Dr. Huynh is amazing! He did my cataract surgery, and everything went very well. He is a great doctor and great with his patients. More

The professionalism and efficiency of the staff was very impressive as always. Dr Elkins clearly explained my options for cataract surgery with an astigmatism and patiently answered all my questions. Thank you! More

I like Dr. Karlin . I have been his patient for a long period if time. Around 20 yrs ago. The office helper and attendants should at least look at the patient and give a little smile with a short hello. More

Dr was Personable and friendly, technically experienced with all aspects of vision diagnostic evaluation and cataract eye disease, and he full explained eye/vision health and eye scans, and cataract surgery details. More

My Post Cataract Surgery checkups have been through and in Depth. Very Professional and efficient Staff. I feel my Eyes ... Read More More

My Post Cataract Surgery checkups have been through and in Depth. Very Professional and efficient Staff. I feel my Eyes are in the Best of Care. More

His smile gets brighter each time I see him at my appointments! More

Great overall experience. The staff is helpful and efficient. Dr. Elkins is sincere and knowledgeable. He completed my cataract surgery almost 5 years ago and my distance vision is still 20/20. More

Dr. Aizuss is a gem professional. He did my cataract surgery 25 years ago and saved my sight. I'd recommend him to anyone who wants expert eye care. More

Dr. Aizuss is a gem professional. He did my cataract surgery 25 years ago and saved my sight. I'd recommend him to any ... Read More More

Excellent doctor - after cataract surgery, I now have 20-20 vision. Also a very caring, friendly and genuine nice guy. More

dr Elkins has been my dr for sometime now I naturally prefer him when things come up concerning my eyes. It doesn't take. away fromthe fact he has surrounded himself with other capable dr's he wouldn't have it any other way. My visit with dr Huynh was equally enjoyableInformative and professional. A true asset to the team of ophthalmologists there. The help provided by the teams that support the dr'swas commendable.. Very helpful and professional. I thank you all......I want to say a few extra words as to my eye care under Dr. Elkins. He to me is wonderful credit to the profession. I knew I had found the right doctor to get me right with my eyes. The cataract surgery restored my eyes to 20/20. I did disappoint him in not making regular visits concerning my eyes thru the years>Sorry about that. You can rely on a more cooperative patient for the future.Thats it........Im am very happy with Ophthalmology Associates ......Number # 1.........thank you....f. Matranga More

Dr. Elkins performed my Lasik and Cataract surgery with excellent results. He is the best! More

Dr. Kramar is a wonderful caring professional doctor who takes time with his patients. He is very detailedIn his explanations, and performed a really exceptional and successful outcome for my cataract surgery several years ago.Highly recommend the practice. The entire staff is excellent and thorough. Excellent in every way.. More

I had Cataract Surgery December 2023. I would highly recommend this Dr office. All of the staff are extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Dr Huynh was extremely knowledgeable and had great bedside manner. I am very pleased with my outcome! SEE YOU LATER! More

The appt was fine and Dr Elkins and I decided that cataract surgery is next. Needed to know that and he was great giving ... Read More More

The appt was fine and Dr Elkins and I decided that cataract surgery is next. Needed to know that and he was great giving me info regarding that. More

I’ve just completed cataract surgery on both eyes with Dr Huynh . The professionalism at  both offices as well as at the Freedom surgery center was outstanding. Dr Huynh is fantastic . From diagnosis through post op I felt well informed and well cared for.  I could not be happier with the results and highly recommend them to anyone who is having eye problems . More

I've just completed cataract surgery on both eyes with Dr Huynh . The professionalism at both offices as well as at the Freedom surgery center was outstanding. Dr Huynh is fantastic . From diagnosis through post op I felt well informed and well cared for. I could not be happier with the results and highly recommend them to anyone who is having eye problems . More

Dr. Aizuss has been my doctor for several decades. I had  lazix surgery along with cataract surgery years later.He and his staff have always been kind, professional and very caring. I attribute my good vision to Dr. Aizuss’ recommendations for good eye health. More

After cataract surgery, my vision has improved significantly (20/20 now, was 20/200). But my vision became slightly blu ... Read More More

Dr. Elkins is the best doctor I have. I’ve been a patient of his for years. When it became time for cataract surgery he ... Read More More

He is a caring doctor and always greets with a smile. More

This office is great! Everyone has a job and they all do it with efficiency and a smile. More

Dr. Elkins thoroughly reviewed all the steps that my cataract surgery will involve. This made me feel so much less anxious about it. More

Dr. Elkins thoroughly reviewed all the steps that my cataract surgery will involve. This made me feel so much less anxi... Read More More

Fastest I’ve been in and out of a doctors office in 20 years! Extremely competent medical staff dealing with the office packed with patients. I’ve had lasik and cataract surgery at OAV and NEVER had complications or after effects. It’s no wonder I had to wait over a month to get an appointment. The word is out just how good this place is. Next year I’ll make my appointment much earlier. Steve Lentz More

Fastest I’ve been in and out of a doctors office in 20 years! Extremely competent medical staff dealing with the office ... Read More I’ve had lasik and cataract surgery at OAV and NEVER had complications or after effects. It’s no wonder I had to wait ov... Read More More

Recently had cataract surgery in both eyes., I am very happy with the results. The pre-care , the surgeries themselves a... Read More More

Excellent surgeon and a very nice man. Extremely pleased with my cataract surgery . More

Recently had cataract surgery in both eyes., I am very happy with the results. The pre-care , the surgeries themselves and the post care have been great. Dr Elkins does an awesome job and gave me confidence that the surgeries would be successful. More

Excellent outcome for cataract surgery. More

Excellent caring doctor with top rated professionalism. I had cataract surgery with him six months ago and was very happy with the results.He also is very good at follow up and has an excellent staff preparing you for surgery. More

Excellent caring doctor with top rated professionalism. I had cataract surgery with him six months ago and was very happ... Read More More

Dr Aizuss has been my Ophthalmologist for over 16 years. He is extremely professional, explains any questions I have, and is very well known in his field. He came very highly recommended to me. Dr Aizuss performed cataract surgery years ago and did a wonderful job. I have recommended Dr Aizuss to many of my friends who agree with me that he is the best. His staff is also amazing too! More

Dr. Kramer is always very thorough and always answers any questions I may have. He performed my cataract surgery about four years ago and the results have been excellent. More

Very excellent diagnosis and I received contact lenses on the spot that were perfect for my needs. Dr Karlin is excellent and very comprehensive in his analysis and examination. I had cataract surgery from him and now my vision is excellent. More

Been seeing Dr. Elkins in the West Hills office for years. State of the art equipment. He performed my cataract surgery. Always excellent explanations of any and all procedures.Personable and caring. Absolutely the best. Highly recommended. More

I had cataract surgery by Dr. Aizuss. He is very skilled and I felt totally confident in his abilities. More

From appointment availability to friendliness & competence, this office is wonderful. After seeing several other doctors for cataract surgery, Dr. Aizuss & his staff (including Dr. Lazar & Jeanie) gave me the confidence to go with him. So glad I did! And his team at the Freedom Surgical Center was awesome! Liza, KJ, Dana, Carmelo, Bridget, Dr. B, they were all wonderful! Thanks for a great experience. Getting ready for cataract #2! More

I had a minimal wait time before I started my exam and everyone I came in contact with was so nice and helpful. I’ve been a patient of OAV since 1988 and can not imagine going anywhere else. Dr. Aizuss is so through, kind and always has a smile for everyone. More

Dr. Kramar is the very best. His performance for cataract surgery was impeccable, and the followup care andExams are also carefully addressed. There is no pushing into unnecessary procedures. Dr. Kramar takes his time to answer allquestions a patient might have. The confidence I have in his abilities is well deserved. His staff is professional and attentive as well. More

No waiting.COVID protocol for staff and patients.Everyone very nice.Doctor Karlin gives you a bright smile and pleasant hello.Always takes time to answerAll my questions.Feel like he is really concerned about your health.Some doctors don’t make me feel like he does.Reminds me of the country doctorHe does his job because he cares about people not the money.Highly recommend Dr.Karlin to everyone. More

Dr Elkins was extremely helpful and advised me that I should have cataract surgery to help my vision. I plan to do that as soon as possible. Office staff is friendly and efficient especially in choosing new glasses. More

Excellent cataract surgery results. Lobby wait time can be excessive. More

Another outstanding visit to O/A of the Valley. I had cataract surgery over a year ago and still have startlingly great results. This visit Dr. A zapped some artifacts in my left eye to give me even better vision. He used the YAG lazer to zap-out some of the floaters and clouded areas at the back of my eye. It is too early to see any results, but, the entire experience was painless and I was treated wonderfully by all of the staff. What a terrific Medical/Eye Office and what a terrific place to go for the best eye care and surgical procedures - better than all the rest....Eric More

He is an excellent doctor and incredibly personable. He did my lasik and many years later my cataract surgery. I definitely wouldn’t trust anyone else with my eyes. More

I have been seeing Dr. Peter Zeegan for over 40 years, AND I have had cataract surgery by him.He is the A#1 ophthalmologist that I have ever seen. My vision is sooo good - especially for someone my age - 82!! I see better than I have ever seen since my Toric Lense was implanted during cataract surgery. Thank you OAV!! More

my optometrist was patient, informative and was wonderful to work with. Dr. Elkins seemed to spend more than ample time with the examination and answered all of out concerns. this was the best eye appointment a have ever experienced. Fingers crossed for my cataract surgery. More

Everyone in the office was very helpful, friendly & professional. Dr Zeegan was knowledgable & experienced. He very patiently answered all my questions and concerns while he did a very thorough eye exam. I feel like I will be in very good hands for my cataract surgery! More

A whole new world after cataract surgery. You were great More

I am 83 years old and have had Lasik and cataract surgery performed by Dr. Elkins and I can read without glasses and see distance without glasses only need lenses for night driving he is the best More

Dr Elkin and all others that work in the office are efficient and concerned. The equipment is clean and up to date. I had cataract surgery by him three years ago and he has regularly checked on me and all has gone well. More

He did an amazing job on my cataract surgery. Everyone is very professional and always puts me at ease. More

I had my right eye cataract surgery done .Great experience Liked Dr. Kramar, Made feel very comfortable n gave enough time to explain all the details. Third day of my cataract surgery, feeling normal n vision is perfect.Amazing staff, prompt response n surgery related scheduling was seamless. More

Everyone was professional, knowledgeable and personable. All in all you leave with a smile on your face. More

I just love the entire office staff on top of the great doctor Elkins, I always walk away with a smile and they are not dentists. LOL More

He explained everything to me when I asked a lot of questions. Even sent me to a lab to rule out a problem when I brought it up and he called me at home that evening. Very caring I would say. Even though I'm disappointed in having to wait for cataract surgery, I trust him and the staff for their guidance. More

He explained everything to me when I asked a lot of questions. Even sent me to a lab to rule out a problem when I brought it up and he called me at home that evening. Very caring I would say. Even though I'm disappointed in having to wait for cataract surgery, I trust him and the staff for their guidance. More

I have been a patient with Dr. Zeegen for approximately for 30 years and I have complete trust with him. He is 100%knowledgeable in every aspect of the eye problem that I have had. He did cataract surgery in both of my eyes and to this day I have not had a problem. I do have dry eyes at times but he suggested that I use eye drops, and the drops help me. My appointment with Dr. Zeegen have always been above board. His associates who help me before I see Dr. Zeegen are also very knowledgeable and I have trust with them too. I would recommend Dr. Zeegen to anyone who needs a fine eye doctor. More

Dr. Elkins is an extraordinary doctor and surgeon. I feel so fortunate to be his patient. He has taken care of me for a long time; through cataract surgery and other issues of the aging eyes. I could not be more pleased with his care. More

Great office staff, medial assistants and Dr. Elkins is fantastic. Overall outstanding service with a smile. More

Dr. Kramar as always is a kind, thorough, and trustworthy doctor. I am grateful everyday to Dr. Kramar's skill at restoring my 20-20 vision after last year's cataract surgery. More

I have used this doctor for over 20 years. My wife had cataract surgery on both eyes performed by Dr. Elkins. I have now renamed her EAGLE EYES. Great job!!!! More

Made me feel extremely comfortable. I had a bad experience at your office and was hesistant to come back but am very happy I did. Instead of talking me into have cataract surgery and more expensive lens, told me to come back in six month and with my eye problem, the lens is not helpful.Thank you More

Dr. David Aizuss has been our Ophthalmologist for well over 20 years. In addition to our annual eye exams, he performed cataract surgery on both of my husband's eyes, with wonderful results. Dr. Aizuss is a highly trained professional whose experience and expertise we trust implicitly. More

I was greeted with a smile. This was different from the previous greeting at the last appointment.. More

Professional. Empathetic. Knowledgeable. Trustworthy.Dr. Kramar did a painless and successful cataract surgery on my eye.I was seeing 20/20 in that eye in just 24 hours.I highly recommend him. More

Clear and reassuring feedback re my 2019 cataract surgery. More

As always, my visit to Dr. Elkins was excellent. The office staff and technicians are always professional and efficient. I highly recommend this office. Dr. Elkins performed my Lasik surgery and Cataract surgery.He is outstanding. More

I have always received excellent care from Dr. Kramer with Opthalmology Associates. He performed my cataract surgery almost two years ago and I have had excellent results. More

Dr. Elkins is THE BEST !! He literally gave me 20/20 vision with cataract surgery and lens implants. I am so grateful. I wore corrective lenses since the age of 12. It’s beyond wonderful that I now have perfect vision. More

Dr. Elkins did cataract surgery on my eyes two years ago. My sight is perfect and I have had no problems. He inspires confidence and trust. Every time I see him I have renewed admiration and respect. More

Always have had the highest respect for Dr A. He is extremely knowledgeable and I feel he listens to my questions and concerns. I had Cataract surgery by him 13 years ago. No problems. This was the first time I went to the West Hills office (usually go to Encino). Excellent experience. Have referred him to many people. More

Can't belie how well I see after cataract surgery. Excellent!! More

He is very thorough and takes time with me so professional with a geniuniue smile addresses all my questions and even accommodates my request same appointment More

Always a pleasant visit.Treated professionally and with a smile from everyone.Dr. Kramer is always on time and tuned into any questions that I may have..Would not think of going to any other Dr. More

The reception office was nice and accommodating. Dr Kramar and clinical staff are great, friendly, efficient, and know what they are doing. I cannot say the same with the check out experience. I asked for the result / summary of my visit be sent to my MD who requested for the ophthalmology base line. She did not find the request in the notes and did not even initiate to ask someone, but offered to give me a copy to send it myself. I would have been OK with it but this person needs some people skill and smile a little - just a little to make the patient comfortable =/ More

Dr. Mark Kramer performed cataract surgery on me two years ago and the results have been excellent. I see perfectly for distance and I haven’t had to wear glasses since, except for reading. He is a very nice guy and explains things thoroughly. I wholeheartedly recommend him. Bernie Sapir More

Dr Elkins is very smart. If there is a problem, I feel fully confident that he will identify it and treat it or send me to a specialist who can. This practice is managed well regarding patient thru-put during the office visit and coordination between the medical practice and the optician services. They seem to have the latest diagnostic machines. Dr Elkins displays an intensity that can come off as cold and impatient. Once he starts conversing, he does relax and warm up. I would encourage Dr Elkins to make more small talk with his patients. It would relax him and his patients would feel cared for and listened to which is foundational to a doctor-patient relationship. One other comment - the staff and techs are competent and nice, but like my comment above, they don't come off as friendly at first. I think if they went back to basics: Introduce themselves - (Hello my name is _____ and I am the [their designation]. I am going to [ explain in simple terms what they will do]. And SMILE! From the patient perspective, you are ushered from one room to another quickly with little understanding as to the staff's role in the practice, what they are doing and why, and you do not even know their name. These are simple fixes that can make the pt experience much improved. More

I highly recommend OAV! My husband and I have been seeing Dr. Aizuss for about 3 years now. He is the best in his field! He is knowledgeable, thorough and very kind. He is also a perfectionist -  so you know you are in the most competent hands. He performed cataract surgery on me about 2 years ago and I could not be more pleased with his surgical skills, his anesthesiologist and the after-care I received. One of my eyes decided to be wonky during the procedure  and would not stay still with the twilight anesthetic. Dr. Aizuss and his anesthesiologist quickly (lightening fast!) worked in tandem to painlessly inject a specific area and finished the cataract surgery on that eye. Both the staff in his West Hills office are amazing as are his team at the surgical center he uses. I have to believe that all the doctors at OAV are just as good as Dr. Aizuss. I have found my eye care "home" with Dr. Aizuss and his great team! More

I highly recommend OAV! My husband and I have been seeing Dr. Aizuss for about 3 years now. He is the best in his field! He is knowledgeable, thorough and very kind. He is also a perfectionist - so you know you are in the most competent hands. He performed cataract surgery on me about 2 years ago and I could not be more pleased with his surgical skills, his anesthesiologist and the after-care I received. One of my eyes decided to be wonky during the procedure and would not stay still with the twilight anesthetic. Dr. Aizuss and his anesthesiologist quickly (lightening fast!) worked in tandem to painlessly inject a specific area and finished the cataract surgery on that eye. Both the staff in his West Hills office are amazing as are his team at the surgical center he uses. I have to believe that all the doctors at OAV are just as good as Dr. Aizuss. I have found my eye care "home" with Dr. Aizuss and his great team! More