We are a cataract and laser center of excellence dedicated to helping you enjoy a lifetime of the best possible vision. The eye physicians and surgeons at Coastal Eye Care are proud to offer residents across Maine the latest breakthroughs in cataract surgery, intraocular lens implantation, laser vision correction, glaucoma management and treatment for diabetic eye disease and age-related macular degeneration.
Our dedication to leading edge technology and advanced surgical techniques is surpassed only by our commitment to personal, quality patient care. We are also proud to work in concert with your local eye doctors and optometrists across the state to coordinate your eye care in the most convenient, professional and cost-effective manner.
Our dedication to leading edge technology and advanced surgical techniques is surpassed only by our commitment to personal, quality patient care. We are also proud to work in concert with your local eye doctors and optometrists across the state to coordinate your eye care in the most convenient, professional and cost-effective manner.
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In 1994, Lawrence Piazza, M.D. founded Coastal Eye Care in Maine. Under Dr. Piazza's medical direction and leadership, the practice staff has worked diligently to bring Eastern Maine and Downeast Maine patients state of the art medical and surgical eye care using advanced technology with a special emphasis on cataracts, cataract surgery, cosmetic facial procedures and glaucoma.
Lawrence Piazza, MD has been practicing general ophthalmology in Maine since 1992. After working for two years for a small group practice, Dr. Piazza established Coastal Eye Care, PA in 1994 to pursue his interests in advanced cataract surgical techniques and customized intraocular lens implant surgery in addition to the comprehensive management of medical and surgical eye diseases.
Our staff is committed to delivering excellent eye care in a comfortable, patient friendly setting. The receptionists, billing staff and technical personnel are highly trained, qualified professionals. Staff members regularly participate in continuing education classes to further enhance their skills.
In accordance with its mission and purpose, in 2005 Coastal Eye Care and its Medical Director Lawrence Piazza, M.D. commenced the search for ways to further enhance the overall comfort and convenience of patients in need of eye surgery in Maine.
After considerable study and review, the State of Maine granted Coastal Eye Care and Dr. Piazza a "Certificate of Need" indicating endorsement and authorization to build a new stand-alone ambulatory eye surgery facility to serve the needs of Maine patients.
After considerable study and review, the State of Maine granted Coastal Eye Care and Dr. Piazza a "Certificate of Need" indicating endorsement and authorization to build a new stand-alone ambulatory eye surgery facility to serve the needs of Maine patients.
This information is given to you so that you can prepare for the discussion with your eye surgeon. This document will help you understand the risks of cataract surgery. It will also help you decide the type of replacement lens you want. Eyeglasses or contact lenses are usually required for best vision after cataract surgery.
Reviews (7)
Richard Murao
Nov 02, 2021
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Harry Oarburg
Jan 13, 2021
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Do not use this place. They messed up on the eye exam and then refused to take any responsibility for it after the glasses I ordered based on their prescription did not work. (I checked with another place to make sure that the problem was with the exam/prescription).
They claim their prescriptions only last for 30 days (which makes no sense) and, even so, the new prescription was worse than my old one.
Outside of the blatant mess-ups, their staff is unhelpful and unsympathetic. Try Eyes P.A. instead.
Bottom line: this place is incompetent and they waste your money.
They claim their prescriptions only last for 30 days (which makes no sense) and, even so, the new prescription was worse than my old one.
Outside of the blatant mess-ups, their staff is unhelpful and unsympathetic. Try Eyes P.A. instead.
Bottom line: this place is incompetent and they waste your money.
Pat Keller
Jan 24, 2018
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Elaineb
Dec 08, 2017
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The entire experience was excellent. I was referred to Dr. Piazza from Dr. Amy Marnecheck of Belfast because I wanted to explore various lens replacement options for cataract surgery. I couldn't have asked for better service, from the office staff, to the eye care technicians, to Dr. Piazza's full explanation of my options and why they would or wouldn't be good for me. Everyone was friendly and courteous, professional, and efficient. The instructions for pre-op and post-op care were precise and easy to understand. The surgical procedure went smoothly with perfect results. I would recommend Coastal
Melanie Bowen
Nov 18, 2017
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Darlene Leighton
Oct 03, 2017
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The staff and Dr. Piazza at Coastal Eye Care are amazing! All the staff are professional, friendly and take the time to answer all your questions! I had a cataract removed, and the whole procedure went smoothly. I am so amazed at how much my eyesight has improved in the last 24 hours!! Thank you to everyone at Coastal Eye Care!
Marina Sapir
Sep 26, 2015
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They did cataract surgery for my mom. There were several problems.
1. Bad anesthesia. For the first eye, they sedated her, but she woke up during surgery. Second time, they did not sedate her, and she felt pain during surgery. They made the anesthetic drops in the eye more the half of hour before surgery.
2. They damaged her vein with IV.
3. The nurses are rude. Every nurse is trained to answer only few questions. If you ask wrong nurse a wrong question, she will get mad at you. The patients are treated as details on an conveyor line.
1. Bad anesthesia. For the first eye, they sedated her, but she woke up during surgery. Second time, they did not sedate her, and she felt pain during surgery. They made the anesthetic drops in the eye more the half of hour before surgery.
2. They damaged her vein with IV.
3. The nurses are rude. Every nurse is trained to answer only few questions. If you ask wrong nurse a wrong question, she will get mad at you. The patients are treated as details on an conveyor line.
