When it comes to choosing an eye care practice, it's about the integrity of the eye doctors, their knowledge, their technology, and their concern for you. Whether you need an eye examination, eyeglasses, contact lenses, or you need treatment or surgery for cataracts, glaucoma, dry eyes, macular degeneration, blepharoplasty, or other eye condition, we strive to provide you the best eye care using the latest technology.
Our doctors regularly call patients after an eye surgery to ask. I cannot adequately describe my experience with Southern Eye. It was simply fantastic. The staff at Southern Eye are the most professional I have ever encountered and they really care. On that first visit, from the first greeting to the check-out, I felt valued and important.
Our doctors regularly call patients after an eye surgery to ask. I cannot adequately describe my experience with Southern Eye. It was simply fantastic. The staff at Southern Eye are the most professional I have ever encountered and they really care. On that first visit, from the first greeting to the check-out, I felt valued and important.
Services
Southern Eye Associates is a physician owned comprehensive eye care practice with multiple locations in the Upstate of South Carolina. Founded with a goal of having a group of eye care physicians that treat patients like family who are focused on quality eye care without high pressures of out of pocket patient payments for unnecessary procedures.
Our doctors and staff have a spirit of caring for others. Our physicians partner with groups in the upstate of S.C. to provide eye care to those in need. Some of these partnerships include Eye Care America, Health Care for the Homeless, Miracle Hill, the Lions Club and Servants for Sight.
Southern Eye Associates founded Servants for Sight in 2009, a non-profit with a mission to help disadvantaged people get the eye care they need to lead productive lives.We also want to help others learn more about eye care and diseases. We are happy to provide continuing education seminars for regional optometrists, health fairs, community centers and senior action groups.
Southern Eye Associates founded Servants for Sight in 2009, a non-profit with a mission to help disadvantaged people get the eye care they need to lead productive lives.We also want to help others learn more about eye care and diseases. We are happy to provide continuing education seminars for regional optometrists, health fairs, community centers and senior action groups.
Southern Eye Associates is a growing practice, looking for hard-working and eager to learn individuals. We strive to develop a culture of rewarding work and relationships. You could be the next addition to our Southern Eye Associates family! Please review our available positions below and consider if a career in eyecare is a fit for you.
Routine and comprehensive eye exams are the key to preventing common eye diseases. By checking the overall health of your eyes on a routine basis, our doctors are able to detect any changes in your eye health and take necessary steps to prevent vision loss. Eyes are usually dilated with dilating eye drops.
A cataract is a clouding of the eye's lens. Our eyes work much like a camera, and the lens of our eye (like a camera lens) allows light rays to travel into our eye through the pupil. These light rays are focused through the lens onto the retina, a layer of light-sensitive cells at the back of the eye.
Reviews (15)
Truth I.
Oct 07, 2019
Report
BEWARE!!! I had a regularly scheduled maintenance checkup; I normally paid $100 per visit. When I checked out, they wanted to charge me twice the price, 340 SOMETHING!. They claimed they did the same service as before but did not charge me the first time. I told them I expected the same charge as I was not told anything different. Every time previously I had called in to make sure what the charge would be for cash pay; it essentially was close to the same almost every time I went in previously. So I walked out and told them to bill me after having a disagreeing conversation with their upfront
Chris M.
Jul 16, 2019
Report
Dawn A.
Jun 27, 2019
Report
Donna L.
May 31, 2019
Report
Beware! They do not verify insurance because of the patient volume. My husband has new insurance and we verified that they accepted it. My husband and son went to them as new patients in April 2019 and while the doctor was good, it took three weeks for my son's glasses to come in and my husband never got his contacts. That's totally unacceptable. They blamed my son's insurance for the delay on his glasses.
The doctor he had last year got his glasses in a week with the same insurance. We learned today that they don't take my husband's insurance and we got stuck paying $150
The doctor he had last year got his glasses in a week with the same insurance. We learned today that they don't take my husband's insurance and we got stuck paying $150
Olivia M.
Nov 16, 2018
Report
I have been coming to this office since 2016. I have been very pleased. I have always enjoyed my doctor, Bradley Williams. He is extremely pleasant and explains procedures and course of treatment very well. Everyone is extremely nice and more than willing to help you if you look like a lost puppy dog. I've had great experiences in this office from my exams to my contact and glasses fitting. Highly recommend this office if you're looking for a new eye doctor.
Canice W.
Jun 21, 2018
Report
Kimberley C.
Mar 07, 2018
Report
I love this place! Ann, the manager of the optical shop is awesome! She totally hooked me up with the best glasses I could ask for. They exceeded my expectations. Usually, getting new glasses are such a chore, but Ann made it fun! Also very worth mentioning is the awesome Office Manager, Renee Bailey, she is the epitome of professionalism. Both Renee and Ann gave me an awesome experience in something I usually dread. They made it fun! Go see them, you won't be disappointed.
Nita B.
Dec 01, 2017
Report
This office has phenomenal people from the receptionist to the techs to the Doctors. I was impressed at how the flow works so efficiently. I would definitely recommend SEA for anyone needing a eye exam . While we were waiting a super sweet lady handed out cold water and crackers for those who wanted it . They also have a free charging stations for your phones . The verdict was definitely glasses but the ladies up front took the sting out of it by presenting me with beautiful chic frames at a reasonable price . This is the Disney World of Eye exams and glasses.
Shelley D.
Jul 15, 2017
Report
Excellent!!!...and when I use that word it describes EVERY aspect of my experience with Southern Eye. From the very friendly staff that answer the phone and greet you with a genuine smile when you walk in the front door..all the way to the nice ladies that help with glasses. I can not say enough about Dr. Craig O'Dell!! On the professional side..he is very thorough and does a great job. However, it was his caring demeanor that I STILL am in awe over!! Put it this way...I would give them 10 stars if I could!!
Steve B.
May 21, 2017
Report
I called for a first appointment and was told there was a wait due to an overload of patients. I explained my symptoms and felt they were serious and indicated a retina detachment. She immediately switched me to anorher staff member and after listening to my symptoms and asking a few questions she told me to come to their office that day. I arrived later that day and was treatrd like I was someone special. The first exam was a general eye exam. She explained everything she was going to do and answered all of my questions. She then took me to another staff member in his exam room. He was expecting
Teresa M.
Jan 31, 2017
Report
Dr. Heitman is amazing, extremely knowledgeable and polite, as well as on top of the lastest issues with how lupus & Plaquenil affect eye health. He's helpful too with advice to place the patient in the driver's seat and help care for their vision. So blessed to have him monitoring my vision for several years now! TY Dr. Heitman & Southern Eye Associates for superb service!
Dawn N.
Dec 08, 2016
Report
Jennie R.
Aug 23, 2016
Report
I recently moved to the Greenville area. Before my appointment I spoke with another ophthalmologist who I saw prior to the move. He happened to know and highly recommend Dr. Reardon. I was not disappointed, Dr. Reardon put me at ease from the moment I met him. He explained everything about my appointment with utmost clarity, professionalism and respect.
Deborah M.
Jul 27, 2016
Report
Beware! This group is too busy to answer their phones. Desperately called at 5pm and was told "Call Back tomorrow cause we're closed". Turned out I had a detached retina. Called back the next morning and still no response even from their Emergency Triage. Finally got in 19 hours later at 10:30 and got the bad news about my eye. Once in, Dr Steigerwald took care of business. Referred me to The Retina Consultants. Still fighting for my sight due to all the delays.
Be careful. Don't accept the mediocre staff service. Ask for another referral from your doctor.
Be careful. Don't accept the mediocre staff service. Ask for another referral from your doctor.
Jared P.
Jan 26, 2016
Report
