We provide comprehensive eye care for every stage of life, specializing in LASIK, premium cataract surgery, cosmetic eyelid surgery, retina care, and advanced glaucoma treatments. Most insurances are accepted. If it’s eye-related, we can handle it. Atlantic Eye Institute believes in providing each patient with personalized, affordable, and effective solutions using the most advanced technology and surgical techniques. With five board-certified ophthalmologists and three board-certified optometrists, you can relax knowing that your eyes are in the hands of a knowledgeable and experienced team of doctors.
| Thursday | 8AM to 5PM |
| Friday | 8AM to 5PM |
| Saturday | 8AM to 12PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 8AM to 5PM |
| Tuesday | 8AM to 5PM |
| Wednesday | 8AM to 5PM |
3316 3rd St S Ste 103, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
There has always been such a long wait but it has been getting better in the last couple of years. But yesterday I didn’t have to wait at all. It was very efficient. Dr Shmunes is always great. I have one suggestion. I think it’s of utmost …
I was blessed to get LASIK in March. I am amazed at the outcome. Dr. Duss and his team are worth more then 5 stars. I am free of glasses and contacts and I am seeing better then ever. All of the providers and staff have been great!! …
It’s been a very long time, if ever, since I’ve dealt with a medical office that was so professional, knowledgeable and helpful. From the sign in process to those administering the testing to the doctors and the check out process I must …
About 6 months ago, I got the procedure known as ICL from Dr. Duss, achieving 20/15 vision results. My vision was extremely poor, my contact prescription was -10.5 in both eyes. ICL means Implantable Contact Lenses, I needed this procedure …
I had my cataracts removed and lens implant about 6 years ago by Dr. Shmunes with great results. Soon after, we moved from Jacksonville to Michigan. When I started having a problem with my vision, the only person who I trusted was Dr. …
I feel the best doctors can be found here. Dr. Shmunes saved my son’s eye a few years ago after a traumatic incident and twice after the fact with complications. I trusted him to do my lasik and 12 years later Dr. Lancaster says I still …
In such short notice, the medical professionals at Atlantic Eye Institute responded quickly to an emergency eye injury. When we arrived, the entire staff was amazing. Absolutely recommend using them for your vision needs!
I recently had cataract surgery and I couldn’t be happier. Dr. Duss made me feel so comfortable about the procedure and called me at home the days of the surgeries, which went very well, to see how I was doing. I chose the laser procedure …
I’ve seen Dr. Duss for the last few years and it has always been a productive and positive experience. Excellent care. My only issue is having to fill out reams of paper every time, basically repeating the same things year after year. I …
Dr. Lancaster has been caring for my eyes. and my husband’s for many years. He is always kind and professional and treats us like family. Although we moved about 3 hours away 3 years ago. we continue to drive to Jacksonville for our yearly appointments.
Everyone is wonderful in the office! Dr. Lancaster is so wonderful! I’ve had problems adjusting to glasses so he spent more time going over what I want and need be checking and double checking everything! I highly recommend Dr. Lancaster and Atlantic Eye Institute!
Dr. Lancaster is a wonderful physician. He listens to his patients. He has a wonderful bedside manner. He is wonderful with me and with the kids too. I trust Dr. Lancaster and his knowledge of Optometry. I would recommend him anytime!
Set an appt. With the Retina specialist. Went in and they did there thing and there test. Knowing I needed to see a specialist when I went in because I’ve been through this before. They got done and took my money and said I needed to see …
I was heading out of town on Monday and was experiencing pain in one of my eyes Sunday morning. I called Dr. Shmunes and was looking to get an early appointment for Monday. He had me meet him at another location that was closed on Sunday. …
They were very professional and polite. I felt very comfortable during the whole process and felt very great and grateful. THANK to all of you.
Very friendly professional people. This was my first experience going to a eye doctor and it was excellent.
Friendly courteous staff. Plenty of room in the waiting area and the appointment ran smooth and on time. No hours of waiting it was awesomeness….
Avoid Atlantic Eye Institute at all costs.
On my final appointment they kept me in the waiting room for well over an hour …
I always have a fantastic experience. I have some serious issues with my vision and Dr. Lancaster always goes above and beyond to get me seeing the best I possibly can. They always rise up to the challenges given them in a professional and friendly manner.
Dr. Lancaster’s services are exemplary and he could not be more cooperative and pleasant to work with. I fly to Jacksonville from Richmond, VA every year for a regular eye exam, contact lenses and related services from Dr. Lancaster and his staff because their services, products and manner of treating clients are simply the best.
I waited a little bit at first, but it was expected since i was a new patient. But once i was called back, the staff was very friendly and helpful/positive. The front desk employee was friendly as well, and they were great over the phone when i initially called to set my appointment.
I have been to several ophthalmologists over the past couple years. However, Dr. Lancaster is by far the best. He deserves a 5*. His attention to detail and excellent patient bed side manner is superb!
Professional, efficient, thorough and courteous. Great staff. Annual eye exam went better than expected,
I can’t recommend this practice enough! I had been visiting Dr. Felver for the last two years and he was great, but then I decided to move forward with LASIK and Dr. Diaz and her team were unimaginably amazing throughout that entire …
So friendly and courteous, I trust them with my eyes closed or dilated.
I first visited Atlantic Eye Institute after struggling with contact lenses for months. I had mentioned discomfort to my local eye doctor who suggested using different lenses, but switching brands didn’t reduce discomfort at all. I went to …
Dr. Steve Lancaster is one of my FAVORITE Doctors and he truly cares about his patients. Extremely knowledgeable and highly professional – you can trust your vision to him without hesitation!
I made an appointment by phone for 8AM. When I arrived they said I was not scheduled. The receptionist said she would get my in…I waited 2 hours. I told her I was leaving and I was immediately taken to a Dr. I was examined by Dr Duss. He …
Atlantic Eye Institute and Dr. Lancaster are fantastic. Professional yet friendly. They answer all my questions, even the simple ones without talking down to me. I actually look forward to my eye appointments! …
Dr. Diaz is very friendly and knowledgeable. She makes you feel comfortable about the entire lasik procedure. She answered any and all questions I had about lasik. She was also very comforting during the procedure. One of the best doctors …
Dr lancaster is exceptional. I have several eye issues and Dr. Lancaster takes time to perform a thorough evaluation of each and explain his findings with me in a way I understand. I would recommend Atlantic eye institute to anyone. Great team. W. Olson.
I’ve been going here for 8 years. I found Dr Lancaster cuz he is head of the Sjogrens Association in NE FL. He has really helped me keep my dry eye and other issues under control. He’s patient, listens to you and explains what’s going on. Best Dr ever!!! Love love love the care I’ve received!!
I have never felt more like family when going to the doctors as I do here. Every person I have encountered has always been the sweetest. Recently I was lucky enough to have had lasik by Dr.Duss and it was the best decision of my life, I …
My visit with Dr. Vance is always a pleasant experience. To start with, one does not wait for more than 10 minutes and that’s a very important point in my book!! The techs that do the prep work are very gracious and professional. You …
To say I’m happy with my experience at Atlantic Eye Institute would be an understatement! It is a fantastic group of doctors with wonderful nursing and office staff. …
Amazing staff. Dr Lancaster is absolutely the best. Friendly, knowledgeable and best of all interacts with his patients to provide sense of trust. No need for apprehension, fantastic all the way around.
Dr. Lancaster is awesome! I wouldn’t trust my eyes to anyone else
I love this practice! My annual checkup was yesterday and I saw all the social distancing requirements followed, sanitization before and after each step of the exam, and face masks used by all. I highly recommend Dr. Duss who has been …
I didn’t want to fill out the paperwork, but the service was excellent. The first person did some exams and was able to coax the necessary information from me, which is not an easy task. …
Dr. Vance is a great eye doctor. She has helped me understand what is going on with my eye problem. In the way she treats me as a patient, she shows that she cares about her patients. And as a person with an important eye problem that makes me feel like a real person, not just the next item on a doctor’s busy schedule.
My regular, superb, physician was not in, but an on-call staff physician came in on his day off to take up the slack. This was an excellent plan to keep the patients on schedule. I felt comfortable, and in capable hands. Kudos.
I have been seeing Dr. Lancaster at Atlantic Eye for five years now. I wear multifocal, rigid contact lenses. The fit must be just right or they can be miserable to wear. Fortunately for me, Dr. Lancaster is an absolute perfectionist and is …
Dr. Vance show true concern, knowledge and great bed side manners.
AEI – FROM ONE OF MY MANY IDENTITIES OF THE DAY ACCOUNTS- I have nothing but Kudos for all the folks I have ever dealt with at AEI -professional, capable, cordial a shining example of how more businesses should operate
I just moved to Florida and needed to get my annual eye exam before year-end. Being new to the area I checked the “Nextdoor” app and saw that Dr Felver and the Atlantic Eye Institute on 105 Nature Walk Pkwy was highly recommended. I had my …
Dr. Diaz and the Staff at Atlantic Eye Institute are fantastic in every way!
Very good. Dr. Samara is excellent support staff, the best
From the moment we went in the office we knew we made the right choice!! Been to two previous eye doctors one for four months. Still no answers. Went to Dr Diaz and associates and they came up with a plan for my husbands eye problem. They …
I absolutely love Dr. Lancaster. He has been my dr for over 5 years and I trust him completely. His office is located over an hour away from me and I will gladly make the drive, knowing I am getting the best care possible.
As always, my visit was very pleasant. Receptionist found a spot for me as I showed up on the wrong date. Missed her name but she had multi-colored nails – she went out of her way to fit me in with Dr. Shmunes, who is the very best and …
Excellent staff but a fairly long wait to be seen.
I received PRK from Dr. Diaz 6 months ago and am so happy I did it. Going from somewhere upwards of 20/200 to 20/20 has been amazing. Dr. Diaz was great about assuaging my mom and I’d nerves about the procedure. My mom has had some poor eye …
All my eye care for the past 3 years+ has been handled by Atlantic Eye Institute at Beaches. Dr. Callegari and Dr Samara are excellent! Both are very professional and gentle and kind. The other staff are equally skilled and talented. I would never consider leaving the health of my eyes and sight to anyone else!
I have been seen by the Drs at Atlantic Eye institute for about 10 years now. They see all of my family also. I refer everyone I know to them and cannot say enough great things about these Drs and their teams. …
Always a pleasant and thorough eye exam with Dr Lancaster and his team. He’s the only eye doctor I trust to exam my eyes.
Dr. Lancaster has an excellent reputation for a reason. I feel confident he will not miss a thing regarding eye health and he is also attentive and patient. His technicians are as compassionate as they are professional. The whole staff …
I received lasik seven years ago and they have been wonderful to work with ever since. I normally see Dr. Shumunes. He ended up being out in the morning I arrived and I expected long waits. It was quite the opposite. I saw Dr. Diez and she was also wonderful
Dr. Lancaster is a force to be reckoned with! He followed up by text and phone. Above and beyond service. Thanks.
I have wanted Lasik for a while. Dr. Duss and team were excellent in providing me all the information that I needed and was able to schedule my procedure in a timely matter. I had the procedure done on 10/2/2020. Today was my 3 week …
Very professional Eye service. Board Certified doctors. Truly outstanding eye care exceeded my expectations. Dr. Lancaster is the greatest. …
The staff were courteous and professionally know what they are doing. Elena the attendant was friendly and nice to talk to. Dr. Lancaster explained everything very well and discussed the test and findings. I personally recommend it to my friends and family. Thanks for the wonderful experience.
Dr. Lancaster is great! He is one of the doctors at Atlantic Eye institute who truly cares about his patients. All the doctors my husband and I have had over the years there have truly been great, but Dr. Lancaster is truly special.
I’ve been a patient of Dr. Steve Lancaster for about a decade. Because I have a chronic eye condition I see him about three times a year. Throughout that time he has provided me with excellent care and I so appreciate that he always takes …
The doctors and medical staff are very professional, both in routine exams and issue management. Appointment schedules are maintained for the most part. Service staff can be rude and unsupportive in some cases.
Dr. Vance and Dr Lancaster are both top drawer, talented, knowledgeable professionals who know their business and have equipment and the technology to happily do the job.They take the time to explain what is going on.Dan and Danielle …
Dr. Lancaster is consistently professional , personable and customer service oriented. Always patient and willing to educate me on the evidence that supports his decision making about my care. The practice uses the latest technology to …
Excellent care from Addy (staff member) and Dr.
I’ve been a patient here for many years. Dr. Lancaster and his team have always taken great care of me. They are knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and efficient. Dr. Lancaster even met me after hours on a Saturday when my beloved …
Everyone at ATLANTIC EYE INSTITUTE was very professional, courteous, and knowledgeable about my issues. THANKYOU Dr Diaz
I highly recommend Dr. Lancaster, was impressed by his thorough examination.
I was pleased with my visit even though I had to wait to be seen. The staff are pleasant and seem to be well qualified for their particular jobs. Dr Duss was very good regarding explaining what he found and ways to solve my problem. He explained cataract surgery options and answered my questions.
First visit and waiting room was full but process was very streamlined. Didn’t wait long. The Assistant was very friendly and welcoming and still maintained professionalism. Dr Duss was friendly and thorough. My entire experience was a good one and consider myself lucky to become a patient of this fine group.
As always the staff is friendly and attentive to my comfort and needs.
Dr.Lancaster is very skilled, knowledgeable,and compassionate . I have complete confidence in Atlantic Eye Institute . Thank you AEI.Dr. Lancaster is the best!
I have been seeing Dr. Schumes for about 29 years. He has always been very thoughtful and thorough with his exams. He will take the time to answer any questions you may have. He is gentle and kind. …
On time and wonderful employees from check in to check out. Dr was great.
The staff were very courteous and helpful to me. The Doctor took his time with me, and without rushing, he answered questions I had.
The wait to see the doctor was short, which I appreciated. They were very professional in their actions, and I would recommend them to anyone who asks me about eye care.
Sitting here for an hour and 15 minutes now and after watching ads on their tv for all the services they offer one of the ads was a request for a google review. Well, here it is. While the medical care here is fine they have zero respect …
I recommend 110%. I held off on lasik for a long time due to not thinking it would help me. Well 20 years too late I tried it out. Nothing short of ecstatic. Within 24 hours went from contacts due to 20/400 vision to 20/20. Only complaint …
The Atlantic Beach office seriously needs to STOP OVER BOOKING!! There is no way in hell I have an appimtment at 9:50am and I’m still not seen at 11:40am. Dr. Lancaster is amazing. However, my time is precious and that’s almost TWO hours …
Intern Bailey was very thorough during my eye exam. She has a great personality and will be an asset to the optometry field no matter when she goes. Dr. Stephen Lancaster has been very patient with me during my eye issues. Would highly recommend him to anyone.
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: Dr. Lancaster is worth his weight in gold.
This was my first visit after 20 years with a different Optometrist. My experience was wonderful! Dr. Lancaster and his team were so nice and efficient. The tests he performed to make sure I was getting the right contacts I had never had …
A very busy office but employees handle it with ease. Never feel as if I’m being rushed through…exams are through.
The very best doctors in town! Staff is very very nice & professional!
Very professional caring staff and DR’s!
After waiting to get LASIK done by a different eye center for three months, I finally went here. Atlantic Eye Institute was able to schedule an assessment the week I called and LASIK the week after that. They are extremely professional and …
Atlantic Eye Institute is such an amazing place to go to for your eye care. If you want an eye doctor that truly cares about their patients and treat you like you are part of their family you must go to Atlantic Eye Institute. …
I have been going here for years and would never think of going anywhere else. Dr. Lancaster is the best! And the staff is extremely kind and professional. And definitely get your glasses there and see Tommy. He has a wonderful personality …
The staff from the front desk to back room is what makes Atlantic Eye Institute a 5star. An especially helpful, courteous person on the phone is Chris. He listens and properly addresses (redirects) any concerns. In the office with each …
Dr. Lancaster is the BEST. I had been told several times that due to my astigmatism that I’d never be able to wear contacts but thanks to him I’ve been wearing them for years. With how severe my astigmatism is it took numerous attempts to …
Excellent service and professional staff. They truly want to give you the best care possible for your vision.
I had a pretty worried concern yesterday with one of my eyes. I spoke with Nicole R who was going to work me in and then found out I needed a referral she called my primary care and got me an appointment the same day. She then got me in …
I’ve been a patient of Dr. Lambert’s for years and am a big fan of him and the practice. The technicians who work with Dr. Lambert are among the finest! They are professional, knowledgeable, and just plain nice! They explain what tests …
I was treated with the best care possible especially by Amy and Brittany. Amy is truly a big asset to your practice. Because of her she saved me time and money because the VA had not scheduled me properly and with her compassion for doing …
Atlantic Eye Institute was open and ready for business. They are doing a great job moving everyone through with minimal contact and very efficient. If you need an eye exam, I highly recommend their office. They aren’t going crazy with …
I couldn’t be happier with Dr. Lancaster and the Atlantic Eye Institute. I was given a very thorough and detailed exam and given a fine tuned prescription for contacts. Not only can I see well but the contacts are so comfortable I don’t …
My experience was great. I was really nervous for a few days, but the staff explained step by step what would happen. Am pleased and would recommend AtlanticEye Institute.
Doctor Lancaster is absolutely the best in the business. No one could prescribe contact lenses that would work for me being a hard to fit patient. Not the case for Dr. Lancaster. The very first lens he ordered for me worked, and for the …
My first time here, but have done my homework. A friend of mine is a previous patient who highly recommend them, as did her friends. I had a great experience in the office, the ran all kind of tests and Dr Diaz was very professional and …
Excellent group, they take good care of your eye health needs.
Dr. Lancaster is very professional in his knowledge of the eyes and his approach with me as his patient. He explained all that mattered about my vision and made sure I understood. He was also so pleasant, easy to talk with concerning my …
Great care you feel like a valued patient not a number
I’m happy with my experience with Dr callegarie for my annual eye exam and the staff of Atlantic eye institute at beach area..specially Irish who help me about my problem with my insurance ,and give more time to fixed it..this is my third …
In for my annual visit. I see Dr Lancaster. Have been in this practice for many years. I trust Dr Lancaster and he keeps on top of any of my concerns. Would recommend him in a heartbeat.
The staff at Atlantic Eye Institute is always very professional. They make my visits smooth and quick. Doctor Diaz is amazing. Very personable and at the same time tells me honestly what she sees and thinks. My insurance changed last year …
I had my lasik done about a month ago and I am so pleased with the results! No more glasses or contacts 😁
The surgery itself was painless and quick, I could see with clarity the very …
Kevin Dotts: Dr Callegari was professional fast, I would highly recommend her
Great service. Dr Lancaster is always very thorough in my eye exams and very happy to answer any questions or concerns I may have during my visit
Excellent eye care. Thorough examination. On time appointment. Complete facility.
Dr. Lancaster is amazing. I 100% recommend getting an appointment with him if you can. In my 15 years I’ve been wearing glasses, he’s the only ophthalmologist who has checked under my eyelids. Never knew how much build up I had under there! …
So appreciative of Dr. Lancaster and Dr. Vance for taking such good care of me and an awful eye injury I sustained. Very friendly staff and they go above and beyond. Highly recommend!
I love my Doctor Samara. Wonderful bedside manner and great at his profession. The Staff is efficient and personable. My only negative comment is the wait. My appt was 3:30. I arrived at 3:35 and waited for 1 hr and 40 minutes. I …
Dr Samara and Stacy the technician were both very courteous, professional and efficient.
I have been going here for over 10 years. Dr. Lancaster saved my moms eye when her shingles moved on to her eye. He was wonderful! Then I started being seen here for glaucoma and my experience with ALL of the staff has been great! Yes …
Follow up visit I know that is faster but I was in and out in 15 minutes!
Dr Lancaster and his team are kind, patient, and professional. Dr Lancaster is very knowledgeable and I appreciate his advice every time I visit Atlantic Eye Institute in Jacksonville Beach.
The staff is fully knowledgeable and caring. We have every trust in Dr. Duss.
Atlantic eye institute is wonderful! I love Dr. Lancaster! He’s very detailed, efficient and professional! He makes me feel at ease every time I go to him. Thank you for that! I have also seen Dr. Duss for my cataract surgery and he did a …
The entire staff were very nice prompt with my appointment time
Really liked the Dr but after paying the $425.00 charge for an annual eye exam they wanted another $50 just to email me a copy of my prescription. Can you say ripoff?!? Way to many other eye specialists to choose from…
I have been going to Dr. Lancaster for 20 years. He goes above and beyond. Always very positive and thorough. Very professional, intelligent, caring, considerate and gentle. I would recommend him to anyone and cannot say enough good things about him and his office.
My appointment this week was my first experience with this facility. I have three more visits scheduled in the near future. I was greeted cordially and imagined there was a smile behind the mask. My wait was very brief and when I was called …
Staff are pleasant, knowledgeable, and friendly. Professional doctors and just that…professional and very knowledgeable.
Dr Lancaster was very knowledgeable, thorough and efficient. Great office.
Love Dr. Diez. Always so happy. Entire staff are very welcoming.
The staff are friendly and very professional. Am extremely glad to have Dr. Samara as a physician. He answers my questions and is supportive in dealing with glaucoma.
Dr. Lancaster and the entire team at the Atlantic Eye Institute are simply the best. If I try and tell you how great they are, I would fail. If you need an eye doctor come to Atlantic Eye Institute.
Dr.Duss and his team performed my lasik 2 months ago. Best experience ever. Glad I made the decision to go with their team.
I have been a patient at Atlantic Eye Institute for several years and have received the best of care. The staff is always welcoming and helpful and the doctors are wonderful! Dr. Lancaster has not only done the general care of my eyes, he …
Everyone was very kind and patient and proficient in their individual parts of my examination.
I was taken back promptly, the technician/assistant was very personable and professional.
I saw Dr. Lancaster as a new patient contact lens exam and was in and out within an hour. He was very thorough and informative and when I mentioned wanting LASIK surgery, he personally pulled the surgeon into the room to meet me and tell me …
Pleased with the time and attention that I receive there as a patient. This past year took my elderly neighbor in there on a Saturday afternoon for an emergency and the Dr. met us at the office. Was so impressed that they opened up the office to take care of her. I Highly recommend.
Another great visit. Easy check in. Short wait time. Staff so accommodating. Dr very forth coming and doesn’t sugar coat diagnosis. Very confident in A.E.I.
Other than running a out 30 minutes late, everything was good.
Dr. Lancaster is very thorough and knowledgeable. Excellent care and staff.
Dr. CALLAGERY is the most thorough, professional eye doctor I’ve ever had. I like her genuine care and concern on my eye health. I’m a very happy and satisfied patient for years under her care.
Been seeing doctors here for over 20 years. Care and kindness of doctors and all staff is amazing.
I had an injury to my eye. They gave me an appointment and were thorough and professional in examining my problem.
I have been using Atlantic eye for many years and have always had excellent care. Dr Lancaster is absolutely the best!!
Dr Duss also did surgery on me and I am very please. You can’t go wrong with …
Like any elective medical procedure I was hesitant about getting LASIK, but I wanted to learn more. I made an appointment at their local vision center and met with Mally. What I loved most about Mally was that from the moment I met her …
Warm atmosphere and very professional. Dr Lancaster was very helpful finding the solution to a problem that I had been dealing with for over a year. Thanks so much.
I have continued to see Dr. Lancaster at Atlantic Eye Institute for over 15 years. Both their Jacksonville Beach & Bennett Road Offices have very friendly & helpful …
Dr Duss is the best. His staff is beyond competent and efficient. Our options were clearly laid out and explained. These folks are sensitive to how I live my life and how to maintain my eye health to support that lifestyle.
I just had Lasik surgery with Dr. Diaz. The whole staff was great. The procedure was quick, simple, and amazing! I could see perfectly the next day. The doctor has followed up with me multiple times and I could not be happier to dump the glasses and contacts!
The best eye examination ever. Dr. Samora is great. Would recommend him to everyone.
I love my eye doctor, this place is excellent in every way. Is very clean very professional, they are timely they are super helpful they communicate well and it is super convenient and near the end of JTB, me and my family have been going …
I had great treatment had my car cataracts removed and then I have dry eye and they put plugs in my teardrops which have worked my eyes are so much better very soon so they had a great the only thing is you may have to wait a little bit but they try really hard to get to you as quick as they can
Very professional,treated with courtesy and Dr. Samara is great at what he does and takes time to evaluate his work. The staff is wonderful!
My appointment was early afternoon. Today it was a routine appointment. The in and out process was fast. Dr. Lancaster always takes time to explain what he does and why he is doing it.
I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Lancaster who has been taking care of my eyes for over 10 years. I have multiple issues but he always knows how to get the best from my eyesight. He is fast but thorough and always makes sure I’m …
I’m relatively new to the area and needed a routine check up with a moderate eye surgical history (7 procedures). Dr Duss obtained the necessary base line tests for future follow up. He didn’t order anything that was unnecessary. Most …
Wonderful staff that truly care about their patient’s health. They explained all the procedures, current and future, and made me feel at ease. Dr. Lancaster, Dr. Vance and their support staff are wonderful. Also want to name Dan who works …
The staff and Dr Michelle L Diaz were professional, courteous and polite. The facility was clean, mask optional. The wait was longer than usual, not surprising for a busy office, and I had to get a 2nd round of gtts to dilate. They did …
I have been exceptionally well-served by AEI Beaches for many years. Physcian and staff care are outstanding. Everyone is pleasant, attentive, welcoming. Very efficient system to expeditiously get patients registered and thoroughly examined …
I really like that place , you always feel that you’re welcomed and comfortable around the people over there , they receive you always with a smile and open heart , their staff are really well prepared and they know exactly what they’re …
Checkin was quick and easy, waited about 10-15 minutes to be called for the exam. Met with technician, then waited 30 minutes while my eyes dilated. Doctor did a thorough exam of my eyes, and I was on my way. I was there for a little less than 1.5 hours.
Dr. Lancaster is the best ! He went above and beyond the call of duty..
He made sure that I had the best possible care for my condition and related my eye problems to the specialist … Thank YOU!
After having and upsetting experience on my public transit senior busThe bus driver got lost and got me to my appointment 25 to 30 minutes late. I walked into the office and the first person who greeted me was Joan. I was very upset because …
Providers are good but service is terrible. Annual eye exam is always a long long wait and phone hold times are terrible
Dr. Caligari was so nice and knowledgeable. Was not looking forward to going to eye dr but the whole staff and facility was awesome that it actually made my day!
I’m completely satisfied and happy with my recent visit and annual eye exam at Atlantic Eye Institute in South Jax. Beach !
Aside from the fact that the location is handy for me , while living a few miles …
After holding for 30 minutes, the guy “chris” wouldnt let me make an appointment. Said i needed insurance. So off i go elsewhere along with rest of family.
Atlantic Eye Institute is the place to go for confident eye care. Dr. Lancaster and his assistants were very knowledgeable, caring and polite.
Dr Lancaster and his staff performed an excellent exam and Dr Lancaster nailed fitting me for Contacts. I have a hard prescription due to heavy amount of astigmatism and I left with a left contact that was not only super comfortable, but …
I was overwhelmed with anxiety ,, .seeing a new dr. Especially an eye Dr..which I have never seen before …I was so impressed with everyone’s bed side manner ..from the conversation on the phone when made appt..to the receptionist. That …
Starting using DR Lancaster and team 6 years ago. I jave had Glaucaoma for 22 years. The Dr. saved my vision. …
Dr Lancaster and all the staff are awesome. Highly recommend this place
the staff is amazing, the office was comfortable and relaxing. the flow of patients moved smoothly through a very busy and popular office space
Excellent care and communication as usual! Staff are friendly and Doctor Lancaster is very knowledgeable! Have been coming here for quite some time now, and as aways the service and care are great!
I was very pleased with my first appointment with Dr. Lancaster. He was very thorough, and patient with all of my questions. I had a friendly greeting when I walked in the door. I will be switching to Atlantic Eye Institute for my future eye exams.
I had Lasix surgery a month okay and I would 100 percent recommend Atlantic Eye Institute. I had a lot of questions and they were very informative, patient, and kind. I am impressed that several doctors were apart of my surgery. They were …
The doctors and the staff are always polite, informative and willing to answer all of your questions. I love Dr. Lancaster he is thorough, no sugar coating anything and he will never recommend anything that you do not need. It’s a great practice.
I would 100% recommend to get Lasik here. The staff was fantastic! They are kind, helpful and caring. They took the time to understand what I wanted and my frustration with wearing glasses, and to explain the procedure they would do. The …
Absolutely impressed with my sons visit with Dr. Duss and your clinic!
I can’t imagine a medical team any better than Atlantic Eye Institute. My visit was very detailed and each person that worked with me was full as knowledge and also took the time to answer any questions that I had. I am one of Atlantic Eye Institute’s greatest fans! 💯🙌 …
My recent visit as well as years past have been nothing but exceptional. The staff are very professional as well as customer service oriented. Dr. Caligari has helped me throughout the years post stroke, dry eyes, semi annual diabetic …
The staff was very nice and very professional. The only thing I didn’t like was that were a lot of patients in the reception room as well as the area where you wait to have your eyes dilated. There are several Drs in the office at a time so …
I had never been to the Atlantic Eye Institute when I called to make an appointment for a suspected floater in my eye. To my surprise, I was able to come in the same day. …
The entire staff is very pleasant and professional. In particular, the young lady that performed the refraction and other pre-doctor tasks was very quick, efficient, professional, and explained every step of the process which I appreciated …
My experience at Atlantic Eye Institute was excellent and always has been for the 15 or more years I have gone there for my vision needs.
I want to write this review to share how truly fabulous Morgan at the Atlantic Eye Institute was during my visit for a routine eye exam. I am one of those people that is terrified of doctor visits. Morgan at the Atlantic Eye Institute has …
Some of the very best Doctors I have ever experienced . This says lot. I worked with many over the years. Dr Samara, Dr Lancaster, exceptional. It would not matter who you see, they are all terrific. The staff, Exceptional as well. I am …
Love this clinic. Everyone is friendly, caring, and efficient. Wait times are never bad. Highly Recommended!
Excellent. Professional care. I have been receiving macular treatment for many years. This is the best to date
I had an early morning appointment and was seen immediately. The staff is so friendly and kind. Dr. Lancaster is the best!!!
Sissy was excellent in her initial exam process. Dr Lancaster is so thorough and caring. Thank you
The staff at Atlantic Eye Institute is very professional and caring. They are very good at what they do. It is a pleasure being a patient there.
Simplified check in when paper work is up to date. Give your name and your doctor’s, sit down and relax. Medical Assistants on time, polite, informative and get the prep work out of the way. Physicians are busy but have all the time you need to get your questions answered and keep your eyes in shape. It is a pleasant experience.
Professional staff and very clean surroundings. I saw 3 doctors in 90 minutes. Received much info about dry eye treatment.
Everyone is extremely nice and accommodating. I primarily see Dr Lancaster, always a pleasure. Highly recommend Atlantic Eye Institute!
The surgery that I had previously had performed mid year 2022 to both eyes has left me with 20/20 vision. The only thing I do not like about coming to the Atlantic eye institute is having a set time for an appointment (1:15) and not being seen till 45 minutes later. 🙁
I been going to Atlantic Eye Institute for nearly 10 years. I really appreciate my doctors and all of the staff. They are among the top eye institutions in the state.
Wife and I have been patients for several years. Both of us have had extremely successful cataract surgery. Superior staff!!
I have been wearing contacts and glasses since college and LASIK have changed everything! They helped me see and I can do the things I love now without worrying if I have contacts in. The staff is very nice and will help you have the best experience!
Dr Lancaster was great. He explained what was going on with my eyes in easy to understand terminology
Experienced floaters and flashes in my right eye all day on Friday, 19 Aug. I didn’t know what they were, but was sure they were not normal and began researching my symptoms on the internet. All info on the internet advised reader to …
Atlantic Eye has the best eye care around! Would not go anywhere else, ever. After having a potential serious eye issue I was seen twice this week
at two different locations with little notice. Great service and great care!!
I have been going to the beaches office for several years. Doctor Lancaster has always treated me with the upmost respect and is very professional in his exams. I would recommend him highly.
I didn’t know what to expect walking into Atlantic Eye Institute for LASIK/PRK procedure consultation. As a 20 year old, I knew this procedure was going to be a “hit or miss.” Due to this, the staff at Atlantic Eye Institute worked …
Not only are the doctors excellent in their care, their staff is top-notch from the technicians to the front desk. Thank you to my Drs Duss and Lancaster. I’m so grateful for their expertise and caring about how my eye issues affect my life.
I’ve been going to Dr. Shmunes and then to Dr. Samara for 18 years. I went to a different doctor this time and was told it would be the same type of visit and he recommended a procedure to scrape the eye to remove some nodes and it would …
I was there because I had something wrong with my left eye. Lots of testing. And a really cool thing the device that take picture of the Retina and behind it to see all the veins and OMG tiny blood vessels. I have been going to AEI Atlantic …
I feel I had a very thorough eye exam at this office. Dr Lancaster took time to explain a vision condition with options and his expert recommendations. He doesn’t attempt sell what isn’t needed. Trust this office and doctor!
This team is excellent at what they do. Dr. Lancaster is thorough, very knowledgeable, and treats you as if you were family. He also saved my sight when fiberglass reached under my safety goggles, and successfully removed it. NOTE: Early morning appts are the way to go, as this team is in high demand.
Doctors Lancaster and Duss are top-notch. They are professional, competent, and engaging.
Was seen right away after arrival. Staff greeted me warmly and was friendly. Staff who did early exam was happy and helpful. Dr Lancaster was thorough and explained everything very well. He is always friendly, very knowledgeable and has a …
The Atlantic Eye Institute and staff are the very best I have ever dealt with. Very professional, organized, personable and always an amazing experience. Dr Lancaster is very thorough and always makes sure all my concerns and questions are addressed. Wouldn’t want to even think of going anywhere else!
My first appointment with Atlantic Eye Institute went smoothly. The office is very clean and welcoming. The receptionist was quick to greet and attend to me. The staff was friendly and clear with needed direction. They would wipe down all …
While looking for new glasses and having just left another frame store where the salesperson was rude, we stopped at Atlantic Eye Institute. Best decision!! They have very pleasant staff and an ample selection of frames. Their staff were …
Facility was clean and up to date. Waited for over an hour in the second holding room and then being led back out to the front to wait to be called made it feel unorganized. But it’s worth giving them another try
Love Dr Diaz and the staff is great but the one complaint I have is that they were an hour late for my appointment. By making an appointment it would be nice if they were actually on time for a change
Dr Lancaster was polite, knowledgeable and very thorough. He also helped me with my issues and put stents in my tear ducts. I always enjoy my visits with such a great Doctor who really cares about our eyes!!!
I was so happy to see my regular eye doctor. I think it is important to see the same doctor each year. This is the best way any changes can be seen. Thanks!
I have chronic dry eyes and lower tear duct plugs.i visited Dr Samara after my eyes became very red and irritated. My plugs had disappeared causing the irritation. I then saw Dr Lancaster who replaced the lower plugs and plugged my upper ducts. My eyes feel great after my visit.thank you Atlantic Eye Institute!
Overall, my experience was excellent. I love the new location by the intercoastal. The staff was extremely efficient and very professional. I received amazing care. Highly recommended.
Dr Whitaker is sooo knowledgeable and precise in his craft. I believed he may have saved my sight in my left eye as I had a terrible abrasion and tear. I could only see shadows before I saw him. I’m forever grateful I was in his care!
I’ve been a patient for years, both optometry and ophthalmology. The collaborative environment between all the doctors makes me certain I’m getting the best care possible, from contacts with Dr. Lancaster to LASIK with Dr. Duss. It seems the whole world knows how genius they are so sometimes there’s a wait, but it is WELL worth it.
The office is welcoming, reception is attentive, technicians are patient and Dr.Lancaster is amazing. He is the most thorough and efficient doctor I have ever been to as he explains everything, answers all questions in a timely manner and …
Atlantic Eye Institute has Provided excellent eye care for my husband and I for 20 years. All of the staff members are professional and courteous. I can’t imagine going anywhere else.
Atlantic Eye is very careful with the details and making sure that everything is covered during our visits! I feel like I am getting the best eyecare possible! Thank you Atlantic Eye for your caring and careful service!!
Always prompt sign-in process. Didn’t have to wait long for the initial steps of the annual exam nor was the wait long to examined by Dr. Duss. Also, the entire staff have outstanding interpersonal skills and it is always convenient to park my car.
All staff is friendly and the doctor explained everything in English terms. When it came to picking out the frames very helpful and listened to what I wanted.
Loved the break down of what the glasses would have cost me without the insurance.
I had done PRK corrective eye procedure and worked with Michele and Dr. Samara. Both of them explained the procedure in detail, never making me feel uneasy about the procedure. Michele is an absolute pleasure to work with. She always …
The staff and Doctors are very professional and courteous. Questions are answered in a manner that the patient understands what is expected. Appointment times are generally respected. The atmosphere is calm and relaxed.
Their staff was very helpful! They asked questions and got me in and out of there with the glasses that were right for me. Great selection, friendly staff, amazing service. I will be back for sure! I will recommend this to my family as well.
Dr. Callegari and her entire team have been extremely professional, responsive and caring for patients’ needs. She was extremely thorough and patient explaining what’s going on. Sometimes exams had to be repeated to get the most accurate …
Dr. Lancaster at Atlantic eye institute was very knowledgeable and professional, he is the best eye doctor I’ve seen in all my years, he knew exactly what I needed to correct my vision due to my cornea issues. If you’ve had RK surgery in the past and your vision is distorted go see Dr. Lancaster.
I had surgery on my upper eyelids by Dr Samara. He was so caring and gentle and explained what he was doing throughout the procedure. I would not go to anyone else the entire staff was very courteous and helpful also
Staff was very good and Dr. Lancaster is the best, very thorough, knows exactly what to prescribe for my vision and contact needs. So happy he has a convenient office at the beaches!! Would recommend Atlantic Eye and no other!!
Doc Lancaster is very enthusiastic about his job. “Eyes” are his passion and it shows in the amount of knowledge he displays. I always take notes with me to ask so I don’t forget my questions while I am there. You can give them to him and he’ll happily go over them with you. Thanks Doc!!
I no longer live near the office and it can take awhile to get an appointment, but I’ve been seeing Dr. Lancaster for several years and I wouldn’t go anywhere else! The staff is professional and caring. Dr. Lancaster is thorough and knowledgeable!
My wife and I both experienced very long wait times for our eye exams. Additionally, they overcharged my wife for the exam and when she pointed it out, they said they would process a refund but it would take a week. Here it is 10 days later and still no refund for the over charge.
Had an emergency situation and they handled it so promptly. Had to call after hours and Dr Vance returned it immediately. Professional and excellent communication of issue and surgery. Very pleased with Physician and support staff.
I would not let Any other ophthalmologists look and have my eye care treated. Everyone stuff included goes above and beyond for their patients. I have never had a bad experience and I have been going to them for a long long time. Also …
Dr. Lancaster is an amazing person and an excellent physician! The entire staff is always pleasant and so efficient. I feel well taken care of every time I go.
There were a lot of people in the waiting room when I arrived, but everyone was attended to efficiently, and within a few minutes I was able to see my Dr. and back home. I had cataract surgery in both eyes a year ago and could not be …
Excellent visit! Whenever I’m fortunate to have Sissy handle my initial evaluation and testing I feel it will be a good outcome. Add that to the very professional assistance provided by Alexis in determining the best pair of glasses as well as features and the result is one of the finest visits I’ve ever experienced.
My doctor was extremely nice and explained everything, answered all of my questions as well. I didn’t feel rushed at all. Examination went smoothly. What I particularly like is that they make me feel comfortable. They really are a thoughtful group. We will go to their office for future visits from now on. Thank you!!👁️💯 …
Due to a serious eye issue, I recently had to visit Atlantic Eye Institute. After being referred to a specialist here and after eventually undergoing surgery, I had to come back for a few follow-up sessions. I always receive the highest …
Best eye appointment ever (and I have had many), or doctor appointment for that matter It was my first visit as a new patient, and an early morning appointment (so not much wait time). …
Every time I go there are lots of people waiting to be seen. I waited about an hour, plus the extra first 15 minutes I had been instructed to come in early for to fill out paperwork. My experience with the doctors were both excellent but brief. Getting my glasses fit was pleasant but a slow experience.
The entire staff was very friendly and helpful. Dr Lancaster is amazing. He made me feel very comfortable and explained everything that was going on with my eyes. I have a cyst of some sort that started about a year ago. And I’ve been to …
Dr. Lancaster and his staff were wonderful. He explained the entire LASIK procedure to me before the surgery so I knew exactly what was happening. The surgery and recovery went great. I had no post op problems. I wish I wouldn’t have waited so long to have my vision corrected. I highly recommend them!
The visits to Atlantic Eye Institute is always an enjoyable experience starting with the front office staff, the technicians, my doctor(Dr. Lancaster), that has maintained close medical care on my vision.. your last stop is at the desk of …
I was referred to AEI from my previous eye doc in Atlanta. The staff was friendly, efficient & very thorough. The text and email communications prior and post appointment were excellent. Dr. Steven Lancaster exceeded expectations with …
I love that anytime I have an issue with vision or issues with one of my eyes, that’s I’ve always been able to be seen by the next day if not sooner. Dr. Lancaster and his entire staff is amazing. I even had a scare one morning and walked …
I have had KC for decades and have been referred to as a tough for by more than a few eye docs.
The very first attempt to fit me, they got it perfect and my vision is better …
Dr. Lancaster is the best. He is beyond knowledgeable and thorough. I brought my special needs daughter in for an eye exam. He was so patient and kind and adjusted the exam to her needs very easily. I’ve never had a better experience with …
Best medical experience I have had in a very long time. They quickly responded to the questions that I asked about price and alternatives. When I came for my appointment, I was promptly seen by the optical staff and doctor. My surgery was …