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Tidewater Eye Centers

3.2 68 reviews
Optometrists, Ophthalmologists, Eye Care Center
Overall rating
3.2
out of 5
68 reviews
5 star 47%
4 star 4%
3 star 9%
2 star 6%
1 star 34%

About Tidewater Eye Centers

Tidewater Eye Centers offers a warm and relaxing environment, with friendly staff to greet patients. Their refractive team has extensive experience in LASIK, Laser Vision Correction, and General Ophthalmology. Patients praise the staff and Dr. Edmonds for being professional and accommodating. The center has multiple locations, including Portsmouth, where patients have reported mixed experiences. Some have had positive interactions with staff, such as Miss V, who is described as wonderful and caring. Others have experienced issues, including incorrect records and poor communication. Overall, Tidewater Eye Centers seems to prioritize patient care and satisfaction, with a focus on providing the finest care possible.

Sep 2026
5.0
I had an amazing experience at Portsmouth Tidewater Eye Center. I am 80 and had concerns about laser surgery because of my tremors. Dr Newsome and staff were friendly, knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything about the particular condition I was having and the laser surgery to correct it. I was seen on time and my case was thoroughly handled in a timely manner. I highly recommend
Apr 2026
4.0
The staff was very kind and welcoming throughout my experience. However, I would strongly recommend that patients familiarize themselves with their insurance coverage and benefits in advance. My father was prescribed several medications that were extremely expensive, and it took over a week to identify more affordable alternatives and available assistance programs—options that I ultimately had to inquire about on my own.

Being proactive and informed can help prevent unexpected expenses and ensure a smoother experience. They will not necessarily help you with this in anyway unless you ask, so please do your research, so I would hate to assume if there are any pharmaceutical… read full review
Apr 2026
5.0
I saw Dr. Rappaport, and he was very kind throughout my visit. I’m especially thankful to Sammy, who assisted with my exams. Since English is not my first language, I was quite nervous, but Sammy was very kind and patient, which made me feel much more at ease. All the staff were also very friendly. Thank you.
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Hours

Monday 8AM - 5PM
Tuesday 8AM - 5PM
Wednesday 8AM - 5PM
Thursday 8AM - 5PM
Friday 8AM - 5PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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  • accepts credit cards

Location

3235 Academy Avenue Suite 200, Portsmouth, VA 23703

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