Reviews of William E. Whitson, MD (Ophthalmologist)

Michelle Bunker

I would recommend Whitson Vision to anyone needing any type of vision services from LASIK to cataract surgery to eye allergies to eye exams. The staff and physicians are professional and thorough. They truly care about their patients and produce successful outcomes.

Adam Renbarger

I had a fantastic experience. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend them to any family or friend out there needing help.

Todd Dailey

Great experience. Helpful, pleasant staff that went out of their way to get me setup in the right prescription sunglasses. Very quick turnaround on the lenses, would recommend.

Garrett Cope

Great staff - everyone is always upbeat and happy to help.

Kelly Sears

I went in for an eye exam to renew my contact lenses, which have been Avaira brand for the last three years. A woman named Snyder suggested I try an Acuvue Oasys lens, which I said had not been good for me several years ago. She felt I should try it again, so she put them in my eyes and said I had to come back in a week. The lenses were not comfortable, so I said I did not want to switch to this brand. On my second visit, she said we could try a "brand new lens, just out" called Icuity. She ordered a trial pair and said they'd call when the lenses came in, after which I'd have to come back yet a third time so she could see them in my eyes. (Mind you, since the Oasys did not work, and these are yet to be ordered, I am now completely without lenses and wearing old glasses!) The lenses arrive, I put them in, and I call to make an appointment as instructed. They can't get me in for a week. Unfortunately, the lenses are uncomfortable and I cannot wear them more than two days. So once again, I'm without contacts. The week passes, and I go to the third appointment--yet again missing work--and I am put in an exam room where I am made to wait behind closed doors for more than 45 minutes. She finally arrives--with no apology for being late or making me wait--and she is clearly irritated that I don't like the new lens. I told her I wanted to go back to the lenses I've worn for three years, but she now wants me to try another Acuvue brand. Yes, really. She puts them in my eyes and walks me to the check-out counter. Imagine my utter shock when she tells the clerk to charge me an extra "fitting" fee. WHAT? Never had this been mentioned. I'm not the one who wanted to come back there, missing work and waiting 45 minutes to be seen by someone who is irritated because I don't like the lenses she is trying to push off on me. I couldn't believe it. I asked her to please release my prescription so I could call 1-800-Contacts and get my Avaira lenses. She refused. She said I had to wear the Acuvues for a week, let her know how they were and then we could take the next step. I called two days later to say the lenses were making my eyes red. I said I wanted to go back to my Avaira lenses. She had a clerk call me back and tell me that she would order a trial pair of Avaira lenses but that I'd have to come back so she could look at my eyes. WHAT?????? Is this for another "fitting" fee charge? I could not believe it. Absolutely horrible service. It's possible they get paid extra for selling Acuvue, but if that's not what the customer wants...?

Bill Murphy

Bill Whitson has been my ophthalmologist for over 30 years. I was initially referred to him for an eye disorder that none of the eye specialists in my town could treat. Dr Whitson diagnosed my disorder in a few mins. and was able to successfully treat it in that very first appointment. Over the years he has helped me deal with a number of eye problems. Additionally I have referred my own family members and several friends to him. Feedback from these referrals have always been positive. I highly recommend him. Bill Murphy West Lafayette, IN.

Benjamin Stevens

Prompt service and a helpful staff.

Megan Sullivan

After an abysmal experience with another lasik provider in the area, I made an appointment with Whitson Vision and couldn't be more pleased - both with the results and with the complete experience from start to finish. Everyone was organized, friendly, competent and took the time to answer all of my questions fully, in plain English :) Twelve years ago, I had my first lasik procedure performed in 2001 and had a very large correction made. After ten years or so my vision wasn't sufficient for driving without correction. Wearing contacts was very uncomfortable due to the shape of my eye after the initial lasik procedure in 2001, and glasses made my job difficult at inopportune times (professional photographer). After three months of appointments with another lasik provider last fall, I was turned away on the day of the procedure and told I shouldn't have even been scheduled for a touch up - my corneas were too thin. I sought a second opinion with Whitson Vision about PRK, and after a very thorough initial exam was told lasik was indeed a safe option for my touch up. Naturally, I was a bit skeptical after having been told otherwise at the previous clinic. However, Dr. Whitson and his staff patiently answered all of my questions thoroughly, and at the level of understanding I had (informed, but I'm not an opthamologist!). The day of the operation went very smoothly. Dr. Whitson's bedside manner is great, he's relaxed and personable, and informs you of each step before it happens (even after taking the perfunctory valium I had a lot of anxiety!). The actual procedure was done quickly and proficiently, with very little discomfort. Everything looked good within 12 hours, and great within 24! It's been about three weeks, and I've had no issues whatsoever...except for trying to pick out some new sunglasses!

Benjamin Stevens

Prompt service and a helpful staff.

T Russell

Gave my daughter drops that continued to make her symptoms worse. Kept us waiting periodically, and then had attitude when we ask questions of care. Very rude to my child. #poorbedsidemanor