5 Points Eye Associates

Mar 2024

I have to say, I decided to go with civilian providers when it came to eye care this time around. I chose one a good distance from my house that had pretty stellar reviews. I guess I got weary of military grade frames and lenses. Also, I just wanted to have more options on eye care and potentially better technology for my examination. Well, there was one impressive machine that was a true upgrade from the normal dilations that required sunglasses for hours at a time. Even with the extra $35 fee, it was worth trying and I got to see the pics as Dr. Potochick explained what he saw on the screen. No dilation. No funky shield. And thankfully, all was good with my eyes - retina in good shape! 5 Points Eye Associates has been around for a long time, since 1976. Dr. Potochick has been there since 2008 - a well-seasoned veteran in his occupation! Very thoughtful, courteous, and he'll answer all your questions. I was very impressed with the treatment and attention I received there. After the exam, it was time to choose frames. Tabitha took care of me and we worked through about 20 lenses before narrowing them down to 5. Then after working through those 5, it was clear the Ray Ban was the winner! Rev now sports Ray Ban's for his daily eyewear! These glasses are comfortable, look great, and finally, I have progressive lenses! (The military doesn't offer progressives). I'm getting used to my new progressive lenses right now. Been good so far - at least writing this review with them on was pretty easy overall! I chose to write my review on 5 Points when the job was completed before rating and writing my review. I will say that I can recommend them highly. Picking them up today and their taking care of me with solid professionalism and seeing to the completion of being sure the glasses were going to work for me was very impressive. I encourage anyone who's looking for a solid eye care to visit 5 Points Eye Associates! Also, I love the building it's in. Originally, it was built as the Home Telephone Company in 1914 and 5 Points took custody in 1976. A lot of history in this building! It feels like a classic when you walk inside! Recommend: HIGH

Mar 2024

I called 5 points after my boyfriend texted me while at work that he broke his glasses. This location is in our neighborhood and accepted his insurance. The woman I spoke to on the phone was so nice and was able to book an appointment. She also said I could come in the next morning to see if she could repair his glasses. I brought them in and she was able to repair them so he would have glasses for the week; she was very nice. He went to his appointment and said they were nice and everything went well aside from his eyes being cranky about the possibility of using contacts. I showed up near the end of the appointment to help him pick glasses. It's always nice to have a second opinion when your eyes are dilated! Both people there were very nice and super chill. It's also a really cute building. They did say there was a 3-4 week wait for his glasses which is understandable. Definitely recommend!

Sep 2023

Cannot say enough nice things about this practice. Dr. P takes time with you, validates your experiences or issues, the self pay rate is practically the same as any of “crank em out” chain spots (hot tip- don’t go to those places), and he recently caught and diagnosed a condition with my twelve year old that I’m certain would have missed elsewhere. The person that fits you for your glasses also knows her stuff and is so pleasant to work with! In a world where physician care can feel so impersonal and rushed, I am so grateful for this office.