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Patient Stories

Patient Stories

In our patients’ own words.

More than 1,700 patients have reviewed our offices on Google. Here are some of their stories, grouped by what brought them in. Reviews are shared as patients posted them publicly, shortened only for length. Every eye is different, and results vary.

Kids and familiesFirst exams, myopia control and teens.
Hard-to-correct visionKeratoconus, double vision and prescriptions that never felt right.
Contact lensesAstigmatism, multifocals and first-time wearers.
Doctors who explainPlain-language answers, diagrams and images.
Same-day careSame-day visits and glasses made while you wait.
No pressureHonest recommendations, only what you need.

Kids and families

Kids
“Dr. Tumolo actually came in on his day off to see my daughter. His exam was very thorough and he explained everything well.”
Jeannine S. · Odessa, Google review
Kids
“We had a wonderful experience on Friday with Dr. Helsing for my daughter’s appointment. He was incredibly personable, patient, and made her feel completely at ease.”
Danielle D. · Odessa, Google review
Myopia control
“My son has been his patient for the last 7 years for Myopia control. Highly recommend!”
Alexandra · Odessa, Google review
First glasses
“Dr.Austin took his time to explain me my Rx and what would benefit me at this stage. I graduated to glasses 🤓 definitely recommend!”
Iryna Y. · Odessa, Google review

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Hard-to-correct vision

Keratoconus
“I have severe keratoconus and worn scleral lenses for years. Never achieved better than 20/80. In my first fitting with Dr. Tumolo I’m at 20/30. It’s life changing to have good vision back!”
Drew D. · Odessa, Google review
Double vision
“Dr. Tumolo is amazing!! He was able to correct my double vision and answered all my questions! I am so glad I found this office.”
Amanda C. · Odessa, Google review
Overcorrected prescription
“After struggling with vision issues for the past 7 months, he quickly identified that my previous prescription had been overcorrected. He also switched me into different lenses that have truly been a game changer.”
Kim · East Lake, Google review
A difficult prescription
“I have a difficult prescription and she made sure I was seeing my best. Thank you Dr Than for a 5 star experience.”
Cathy S. · Odessa, Google review

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Contact lenses

Contact lenses
“Dr Austin has seen me many times to perfect my contact lens prescription and was able to find the best prescription for my astigmatism and multifocal vision, and I can finally wear contacts again!”
Christine M. · Lakewood Ranch, Google review
Monovision contacts
“Dr Than is patient, kind, understanding and worked with me to get the best script for my mono vision contacts! After several follow ups we finally got it right!!!!”
Robyn S. · Odessa, Google review
First contacts
“She was really knowledgeable with Eye Care and even took the time to teach me step by step on how to put on contacts.”
Bryan T. · Odessa, Google review

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Doctors who explain

Explains everything
“Great, thorough exam. Dr. Tumolo explained everything in detail and even drew diagrams to explain certain aspects of eye functionality.”
B. B. · Odessa, Google review
Explains clearly
“The exam that she gave me really showed that she was extremely knowledgeable in her field and on top of that she has an incredible bedside manner so to speak. She explains herself thoroughly and in such a way that you understand completely without her making you feel like you’re being talked down to.”
Anita C. · Odessa, Google review
Explains
“He took time to explain how my vision has changed and basically educate me on how the eyes work.”
Kerri M. · Wesley Chapel, Google review
Plain language
“Visit was efficient and Dr Tumolo was excellent. He took the time to explain things but wasn’t overly clinical. Will definitely be back.”
Heather G. · East Lake, Google review

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Same-day visits and same-day glasses

Same-day glasses
“They were able to use my old frames and made them while I waited. Dr. Tumalo is fantastic and the staff is very friendly and helpful. In my 60 years of wearing glasses, I have never had new glasses the same day.”
Lori E. · Odessa, Google review
Same-day visit
“I was having severe dry eyes and needed a quick appointment. I went to the Odessa location Dr. Than was able to see me right away and was so helpful and kind!”
Lauren C. · Odessa, Google review
Same-day visit
“I had a very irritating eye infection and was able to get a same day appointment. We appreciate Dr. Austin. He was extremely helpful and took the time to answer all my questions.”
Karla A. · Odessa, Google review

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Seniors

Seniors
“I took my 96 year old mother here for her exam and it was an amazing experience! Dr. Tumolo and the entire team were so patient, kind and professional.”
John M. · Odessa, Google review
Clearer sight
“Dr. Austin was nice and made me feel comfortable. He made me feel like he wanted to get my sight the best as possible. Excited to get my new glasses with the new prescription!”
Gail Z. · Port Richey, Google review

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No pressure

No pressure
“He was extremely thorough in his exam, explaining all the results gathered by an assistant as well as his assessment of the images captured of my eyes. He patiently answered all of my questions, wrote me a new prescription (slight change) but told me it wasn’t necessary to get new glasses now.”
Forrest W. · Odessa, Google review
Honest advice
“The doctor recommended computer 💻 glasses only instead of also recommending replacing my current glasses and sunglasses 🤓😎”
Nancy S. · Port Richey, Google review
Listens
“Dr. Than listens to my concerns and never pushes an increase in my prescription unless comfortable with it and it doesn’t give me a headache or nauseous feeling.”
Salley B. · Odessa, Google review

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Common questions

Are these real reviews?

Yes. Every quote is from a public Google review of one of our offices, shared as the patient wrote it and shortened only for length.

Where can I read all your reviews?

On Google, on each office’s Google Business Profile. Search “Beyond 2020 Vision Specialists” with the office’s city.

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