Review of Dr. Todd Bainbridge, Optometrist.
Before I get into detail, I’d like to start with 3 partial definitions from Wikipedia.
Ophthalmology is the branch of medicine that deals with the anatomy, physiology and diseases of the eye. An ophthalmologist is a specialist in medical and surgical eye problems. Since ophthalmologists perform operations on eyes, they are both surgical and medical specialists.
Optometry is a health care profession concerned with the health of the eyes and related structures, as well as vision, visual systems, and vision information processing in humans; are trained to prescribe and fit lenses to improve vision, and to diagnose and treat various eye diseases.
An optician is a specialized practitioner who designs, fits and dispenses lenses for the correction of a person's vision. Opticians determine the specifications of various ophthalmic appliances that will give the necessary correction to a person's eyesight.
My story -
• An ophthalmologist gave me an eye exam and a new prescription for corrective lenses.
• An optician had the new lenses made for my new frames. They didn’t work.
• At a second, confirming visit, the ophthalmologist stood by his prescription.
• The optician stated he made what the ophthalmologist prescribed - so problem.
I needed a “tiebreaker” – and that was Dr. Bainbridge.
I made an appointment, told him my predicament and told him he was the “tiebreaker” and he gave me his “normal” exam.
I’ve been wearing glasses for 65 years, and don’t think I’ve ever had such a thorough exam.
• He is thorough
• Takes his time
• Explains things – even to the point of drawing diagrams for clarification.
• He follows up – with the ophthalmologist and the “normal” doctor.
• A new corrective prescription from Dr. Bainbridge was $20; the ophthalmologist charged $45.
I have the new lenses according to Dr. Bainbridge’s prescription – and he “hit the nail on the head”.
Therefore – I highly recommend Dr. Bainbridge – you’ll find out what “thorough” is and you won’t have wasted time, money and aggravation.