Testimonials

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  First Appointment

  anonymous 

  

  Had my first eye appointment ever after 40 years of good vision. Staff was very personable, friendly and extremely knowledgable. Would highly recommend Dr. Bovio and his staff to others

  - 3 days ago
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  VISIT

  frederickj, Sarasota, Florida 

  

  My appointment was very satisfactory, as usual.

  - 6 days ago
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  Eye exam

  barbaram, Sarasota, Florida 

  

  Informative, pleasant as far as an eye exam goes. Left some papers. Will pick up next time I get dog food at the place across the street. Please hold onto them for me.

  - 2 weeks ago
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  Always a good experience

  maryr, Sarasota, Florida 

  

  I feel well taken care of by Dr. Bovio and his staff. He is thorough and careful, and they are friendly and helpful. It helps to have a good optical department right there, also, where I can always stop in and have my glasses adjusted if necessary. His expertise has helped me see better and with more comfort because of several issues that I didn't realize I had developed. He keeps a close watch on potential problems. It gives me peace of mind.

  - 2 weeks ago
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  1st pair of contacts & glasses

  dayleh, Bradenton, Florida 

  

  Dr. Bovio fit me with my first pair of contacts & glasses. I couldn't see the board at school and just started driving--now I see great. He took his time explaining everything to me and the girls in the office were really nice and helped me out. I love my glasses a lot-My mom can't believe I actually wear them to school. I won't mind going back in a year at all!

  - 6 weeks ago
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  Great doctor, friendly staff

  anonymous 

  

  I have been going here for years. Dr. Bovio is very knowledgeable and they have state-of-the-art equipment. I would definitely recommend this facility.

  - 6 weeks ago
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  Complete Eye Care

  robertk, Ellenton, Florida 

  

  Dr. Bovio cares about his patients and their complete eye care. Do to no useful vision in my left eye I'm very concerned about my eye care and Dr. Bovio lives up to my expectations. He treats both myself and my wife.

  - 6 weeks ago
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  I was early and was taken immediately.

  anonymous 

  

  The exam was quick and the discussion was very informative. I liked the fact that the Dr. took his time explaining all the facts about my eyes. The young lady was very nice, and she cleaned and adjusted my glasses very well. The entire experience was very satisfying.

  - 7 weeks ago
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  glocoma testing

  georgef, Sarasota, Florida 

  

  everything was done in a timely and profesional manner

  - Oct 13, 2011
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  Bi-focal Contacts

  A. Pollack, Sarasota, Florida 

  

  I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for restoring my eye sight last year with my new bi-focal contact lenses. Before coming to you, I had what is called mono-vision contact lenses and had more and more difficulty seeing well. My current doctor did not want to be bothered with bi-focal lenses despite the fact that what I had was not working from a vision standpoint and a comfort standpoint. You told me I would get used to these new lenses in time and that they fit correctly and that is exactly what has happened. I really appreciate your patience and diligence in the fitting of my contact lenses from which I see great and they are infinitely more comfortable than what I had previously. I would recommend you to anyone!
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  Contact Lenses

  k. babcock, Sarasota, Florida 

  

  Just wanted to thank you very much for your care and consideration.  Kudos to you and your entire office staff who were both friendly and professional!At age 59 I was somewhat skeptical about trying contacts,  especially after the horror stories I was hearing from friends and family.  It was just like you said it would be however, and  I can't imagine how I would ever get along without them now.  The Unilens CVue that you fitted me for are so comfortable that after only a week I sometimes forget that i am wearing them!  When faced with the prospect of needing different glasses for near, far, and in between, not to mention sunglasses for each, these bifocal lenses seemed to be the only acceptable option for my active lifestyle.  It's amazing to me that I can be watching television and at the same time working on a crossword puzzle and not need to change a thing.  Another obstacle that you overcame was my astigmatism by fitting my right eye with a toric lens that resolves that issue.  It is slightly thicker than the other lens but, I have had absolutely no problem adjusting to it.  Actually the fact that it is different, eliminates any concern of getting the right and left lens confused.Again thank you very, very much.  If you ever need someone for a prospective patient to talk to about the ease of usage I would be happy to relate my very pleasant experiences.
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  Ortho K

  Ryan Staley, Sarasota, Florida 

  

  Last month I walked into Gulfcoast Eye Center, thinking that the only option left for me was Lasik Surgery. I've worn glasses for 15 years, spent over $5,000 on different prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses.  I told myself that if I had to buy one more pair of glasses I would just invest in Lasik surgery, though I hated the idea of ANY eye surgery. The risk of permanently damaging my vision had kept me from taking that step. I'd heard all the stories about people losing their vision permanently, extreme sensitivity to lights, unable to drive at night due to approaching headlights! However, Dr. Bovio explained an alternative method. A procedure that I am proud to share with everyone I meet who wears glasses.  It's an amazing advancement in eye care! Contact lenses custom designed for my eyes.  I put them in at night, before I go to sleep when I wake, I take them out. Simple. The first night I put them in and went to bed. Next morning I took them out. After
  the first night my vision went from 20/400 in each eye, to 20/20 the entire day. I was floored. Looking at every tree and actually seeing the leaves or distant signs that were clear. It was like a game! I loved it. My vision kept improving to 20/15 in only one week!  This method, is non-surgical, non-permanent, and all natural. I love it. I never have to worry about losing the lenses because I use them like I use my toothbrush.  I don't remember the last time I lost my toothbrush!  If I should decide I don't want to use contacts anymore, my eyes will revert to their original shape, I can return to wearing glasses.  Perhaps some day researchers will have another non-surgical method that improves this contact lens formation, but until then, I highly recommend anyone thinking about Lasik or contact lenses, to try this! I honestly had doubts but after the very first night, I was a believer. I am proud to support the power of the Ortho K procedure.