Eye Doctors and Eye Care Providers in Largo, FL
Ophthalmology • Largo, FL • 1 Largo location (with related nearby locations listed under about site) locations
Clinic Type
Ophthalmology
Address
1225 West Bay Drive, Largo, FL 33770
Phone
+1 727-581-8706
krista.hailwood@eyespecialist.com
Opening Hours
Monday - Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Telehealth
Not specified
Emergency Care
Not specified
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
Most insurances accepted. Please visit the insurance page for more information regarding insurance coverage.
Not specified
Financing: Not specified
Savings plan: Not specified
Languages Spoken
Pricing
Current Offers
Not specified — Not specified
FAQs
Do you accept insurance at Largo location?
Most insurances accepted; refer to insurance page for details.
What are hours of operation?
Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM.
What are the hours of operation?
Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM.
Commitments
Awards & Accreditations
Social Media
What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Healthgrades: 4.8/5 (161)
- LensCrafters/Largo Family Eyecare: 4.9/5 (3491)
- Vitals: 4.5/5 (105)
- Healthgrades: 5.0/5 (38)
- RateMDs: 4.9/5 (63)
- Zocdoc: 4.75/5 (76)
Patients praise
- High level of patient satisfaction for many individual practitioners (frequently rated 4.5+ stars)
- Doctors noted for being thorough, professional, compassionate, and educational
- Appreciation for knowledgeable staff and clear communication regarding procedures and insurance
Common complaints
- Some large practices feel like an assembly line or meat market due to high patient volume
- Occasional reports of missed diagnoses or dissatisfaction with surgical outcomes
- Concerns regarding office staff professionalism, rudeness, or communication in certain practices
"Dr Cothran is very professional as well as having excellent doctor to patient rapport. She is a pleasure to be seen by, and she explains everything thoroughly."
— Healthgrades (Dr. Nora Cothran)"Seriously the best. 13 years seeing him, and I'll continue to see him. I driver over an hour each way currently to continue to be seen. A++, no one better."
— RateMDs (Dr. Jeffery D. LaPlume)"First visit was good and I gave him glowing review. BIG MISTAKE! Had numerous imaging tests over course of a year yet he and his retina specialist ... missed my most serious eye condition..."
— Vitals (Dr. John L. Michaelos)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Contact - St. Michael's Eye & Laser Institute — Feb 19, 2026
- Eye Exams in Largo, FL, 10500 Ulmerton Rd - LensCrafters locations — Apr 24, 2026
- Eye Doctors St. Petersburg - Updegraff Laser Vision — Nov 11, 2025
- Best Optometrists Near Me in Pinellas Park, FL - Zocdoc — Jun 16, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More ophthalmology clinics in Largo
St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute is a private medical practice based in Largo, Florida, founded in 1961. It offers comprehensive eye care and laser surgery across four U.S. offices (all in Largo area). Services range from routine family eye care to advanced procedures like corneal transplants, LASIK, and glaucoma treatment. The institute emphasizes experienced specialists and broad treatment options for the Tampa Bay region. Contact: info@stmichaelseye.com; main phone numbers include (727) 584-9239 and (727) 585-2200.
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