Ophthalmologist West Des Moines | Eye Doctor Des Moines, IA
Optometry • West Des Moines, IA
Clinic Type
Optometry
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Phone
8334745850
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Opening Hours
M-F: 7:30A-6P; Sat: 8A-12P
Services Offered
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Insurance & Payment
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Healthgrades, Vitals, WebMD: 5.0 out of 5 stars (Typically based on small sample sizes (3-8 reviews per physician))
- Healthgrades, WebMD: 4.0 - 4.5 out of 5 stars (4-15 reviews per physician)
- Healthgrades: 3.7 out of 5 stars (3 reviews)
Patients praise
- High level of trust in physician clinical expertise and diagnostic accuracy
- Compassionate, kind, and informative doctor-patient communication
- Efficient, thorough examinations and clear explanations of conditions
- Prompt, professional staff experiences at many clinics
- Convenient scheduling and low wait times at some locations
Common complaints
- Occasional patient dissatisfaction with office staff or reception friendliness
- Pricing transparency concerns regarding non-covered procedures
- Isolated reports of lower patient satisfaction ratings (1-star) for some providers
"He was more than accommodating in seeing me ASAP, and scheduling my surgery at the first opportunity. He did an excellent job in getting both my retina and macula reattached and a very good vision outcome."
— Healthgrades patient review of Dr. James Singer"Dr. Elizabeth Brown is an excellent physician. I trust her with all of my eye care needs. Dr. Brown is compassionate and really cares about me."
— Healthgrades patient review of Dr. Elizabeth Brown"He truly cares about his patients and gives you a thorough explanation of your exam."
— Vitals patient review of Dr. David S. DwyerSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
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Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More optometry clinics in West Des Moines
Vision Park Family Eye Care is a private eye care practice based in Urbandale, Iowa, with 4–5 locations (4 offices in Urbandale area) serving Des Moines and surrounding communities. They offer comprehensive eye exams, glasses, contacts, and specialty contact lenses (including low-vision care). The practice operates as a small team (about 5 employees) and emphasizes family eye care services. Contact info includes multiple phone numbers and a local Iowa presence, with a focus on the Urbandale/Des Moines metro area.
Ashworth Vision Clinic is a private ophthalmology/optometry practice in West Des Moines, IA. Led by Dr. Barbara Scheetz and Dr. Kreg Harper, the clinic provides comprehensive eye care for all ages, including routine eye exams and eye disease treatment, with a focus on personalized service and designer eyewear. Key details: - Location: 5970 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50266 (HQ) and other local offices - Services: Eye exams, eye disease treatment, eyewear including designer frames - Staff: Small practice (about 6 employees) - Contact: (515) 440-4610 / (515) 440-4611 - Website: ashworthvision.com If your query is specifically about finding an optometrist/eye doctor in West Des Moines, Ashworth Vision Clinic is a local option offering modern eye care and eyewear on a private-practice basis.
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