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Very nice & efficient staff staff. Dr Couvillion, my doctor, la very personable & intelligent. Dicusses all my questions in detail & genually cares about my situation & treatment.
Extremely satisfying, best doctors and excellent team I highly recommend the California Retina Consultants to anybody who has vision problems that’s the place to go and be resolved.. thank you !
The doctors’ skills are impressive – no fault there – it’s the amount of time you spend sitting around – with or without numbing that gets me – reminds me of my drinking days where you’d go out for dinner, to a place with a bar, and the …
This is a very professional organization. When I arrive on time the appointment starts within a few minutes. No useless waiting. I appreciate that they respect my time.
Their Doctors may be good. But, their scheduling is terrible. Had a 10:15 appointment was there at 10:10. It took 2 and a half hours for the appointment that should have been 15 to 30 minutes max.
This was my fastest visit yet! No wait in the waiting room – short wait for camera – and actually escorted by the doc to the exam room! Keep it up, guys! Your patients’ time matters too!
Above excellent doctor, staff and a very thorough examination. I had complete confidence in the entire staff, (very professional ) and I left feeling that I was in the best hands possible for eye care.
I have a retinal problem which requires annual visits now. The staff and doctors are so thorough and pleasant. Very little wait time which is nice! Would not go anywhere else! They literally saved my husband from going blind!!!!!
From the moment of arrival through to my leaving, I was treated professionaly and with their making sure I was comfortable at every step of the procedure.
All my questions were answered fully and courteously without any sign of impatience.
From the front office staff to the technicians as well as Dr. Piersmici, everyone is friendly, competent and professional. I see enthusiastically recommend California Retina Consultants for any retina issues.
I was in Santa Barbara from out of town and I had a possible retinal emergency. I contacted the group and explained my predicament. They decided to open their offices on a Sunday bringing staff in just to see me. I want to thank Dr. Nasir …
Very impressed with the people here-from front desk, nurses, med techs and doctor. All pleasant and told me what procedures they were doing… and why. …
Referred to them by Sansum for a detached retina. Could not have gone better. Great caring professional staff. The best part was Dr.Pieramic. Dante was very knowledgeable, took his time and had a great sense of humor. He made me feel at ease during a trying situation. This is the go to place in my opinion!!!
When I had a retina detachment, California Retina Consultants were there for me (also Sansum Clinic who referred me but that’s a separate review – also 5/5 stars). …
Dr. Avery is a great doctor; very caring and knowledgeable. I feel confident in his care for my macular degeneration. California Retinal Consultants is highly recommended.
Most people take their eyesight for granted, but those who have macular degeneration do not do so. Fortunately in most cases this disease can be controlled with medication injected into the eye. Dr Robert Avery did some of the early …
I have been a patient of California Retina Consultants for three years under the excellent care of Stephen Couvillion. One has nothing but admiration for his, skills, kindness and patience, along with the gentle efficiency of his entire staff.
Have been a patient for many years everyone has always been professional knowledgeable and personable.
I have seen several of the doctors they have always been right on with diagnosis …
Dr. Nasir saved my sight. He is an extraordinarily skilled surgeon, clinician and compassionate physician. His level of knowledge and expertise are unparalleled. The other physicians at California Retinal
are all top notch. The staff is kind, caring and efficient.
We are so fortunate to have access to such top retina specialists here! I appreciated their courteous and helpful support staff, their state of the art imaging equipment, and being able to quickly get in to see a retina specialist who …
My husband and I both go to Dr. Nasir. He makes us feel at ease and gives us his complete attention. Our Opthamologist retired and are very happy that Dr. Nasir was referred to us. The staff are amazing. They all work together like a well oiled machine.
Dr Castallarin has been my doctor for almost 20 years. He is the kindest, most caring physician. His expertise is bar none and he just is the most pleasant human to be around. I just adore him and am blessed to call him my doctor.
First visit today – very nice facility good atmosphere. Staff went out of their way to accommodate me, they listened and were super helpful and explained everything. They were patient and had ‘Happy to Help” kind of attitude. Doctor …
Examination, including multiple tests with photographic images, was very thorough. doctor Nasir was very patient and thoroughly explained all observed anomalies. Dr. Nasir took extra time to answer all my questions in detail in terms that I could understand to my complete satisfaction.
Dr. Castellarin and all of the staff at California Retina Consultants make you feel that they genuinely care about your welfare. They are always professional, caring, on time. First they took care of my father for eight years and their …
My wife and I have been going to Dr Nasir for over ten years. He and his staff always treat us like family. Dr Nasir is caring and gentle, we never have any pain during eye injections. There is none better than California Retina Consultants.
My introduction to Dr. Avery was preceded by a thorough evaluation by his staff. All of whom are accredited professionals while studying to advance to Physicians Assistants or Medical School. …
Dr Pieramici and staff are marvelous! They care so much about you. 20 years ago Dr Pieramici literally saved my vision with a repair to a macular hole. I returned today with other issues. I have every confidence in this team of physicians and their staff.
Dr Castallarin was wonderful. He put me completely ease with laser procedure.
Staff is great and made me feel very comfortable with Covid-19 preparedness. Was just amazed at how fast they were able to fit me in and repair my retina. Very pleased with the whole experience. Thank you, Dr. Castallarin and staff.
The phone is answered promptly and reminders for upcoming appointments are texted. On arrival an assistant comes to take the retinae photos in preparation for the visit. Wait time is usually short. Prescription refills are handled promptly. …
Dr Nasir is my doctor and I have always felt very well cared for by him and his assistants. I have recommended your office to several people who were dealing with retina problems as well. I remember my cataract doctor at Jules Stein telling me that the care I would get at your clinic would be every bit as good as theirs.
I have received excellent care from Dr. Couvillion, both before and after my eye surgery. I felt like I had his full attention during visits and that he had my best interests in mind.
There is nothing more important than protecting your Vision especially when you experience a Detached Retina or a tear in your Retina.
Within a 2 year period, I had both. …
The doctors have come to know me and my eyes. The staff is welcoming and reassuring. My appointments are always handled efficiently. It reflects well on the Practice.
I would give a 5 star rating if only it had been a little easier to get an appointment as a first time patient. I probably should have asked my primary care physician to intervene but seeing that all MDs offices are having to see fewer …
This is an high quality, competent, and well organized practice. I had surgery from Dr. Pieramici nine years ago for a badly detached retina. He saved my eyesight in that eye. The surgery requires a long period of follow ups. His follow up …
So appreciative that they saw me in an emergency situation. The staff and doctor were professional, caring and friendly, and made me feel comfortable. If I lived in Santa Barbara I would definitely become a patient. Thank you Dr. Pieramici and staff.
We are so lucky to have the CRC in Santa Barbara! Every staff member I came in contact with was super professional and friendly. Spotless facility. Dr. Nasir is amazing, he runs from room to room seeing patients yet I felt that he was …
I highly recommend the California Retina Consultants. Everyone I interacted with was very friendly and professional. My appointment was right on time and thorough with little wait time. I was informed throughout the visit as to what each test was and the overall prognosis. I had a pleasant experience there.
First time with california Retina Consultants – all staff were very friendly and professional. I felt well cared for and put at ease. They were very thorough to proved the doctor with information needed. Look forward to continuing to work with them.
I am always impressed with each of the doctors at California Retina Consultants. Between my husband and me, we have seen three of the them. They really know their stuff, in addition they are working on the cutting edge of science. I would recommend anyone of them at any time. So happy they are around.
Dr Nasir was very professional, caring, listened and answered all my questions, and was very thorough. I felt confident in his skills and expertise. I feel fortunate that he fitted me into his schedule. He was calm and efficient …
From Vanessa answering my call to Lily greeting me at the door, then Morgan, Paula, Paulina and Jeremy taking me through the myriad of AMAZING imaging methods, my experience was excellent. I was seen within 12 hours of my phone call. Dr. …
Everyone at CA Retina treats me well and are well trained at their jobs. Dr. Ma’an Nasir is a class act and always explains to me what he will do and will not do. I seem to learn something new from him each time I see him.
The whole staff is terrific, in my opinion.
Very competent professional staff. Dr, Nasir is fabulous. Very caring and competent. Very gentle man. I have been all over the United States for retina care and this is by far the best. We are very fortunate to have them in our town…
California Retina Consultants has been treating me since 2005. I have had several serious threats to my vision. They have successfully treated them all. My vision today is excellent. I highly recommend them.
I could not have had a more pleasant experience. Every staff member was professional, courteous and very warm. I had very little wait time and Dr. Pieramici was patient and very reassuring of my concerns. Grateful to have Dr. Pieramici in Santa Barbara, I know I am getting world class care!
Courteous staff. Dr. Couvillion is competent and caring. I was scheduled for victrectomy. Just before being rolled in for surgery he came to my prep room and asked if I was “sure” I wanted to go through with the surgery. I said, yes. I …
I have complicated eyes but the CRC staff have lots of experience with my condition. I have been going regularly since 2019. I have met every doctor at the Santa Barbara location. I have had to go on medical leave and have had surgery. I …
(Translated by Google) Excellent, very well I treat everything very professional! …
Disappointing. I will not return.
They are Simply the Best.
My concern is with waiting to see the doctor.
Highly professional, friendly, and efficient.
No waiting. Knowledgeable staff
Great atmosphere, with incredible doctors.
Quick, efficient and comfortable.
High quality care with efficient staff.
Very punctual, great staff and doctors.
You run a superb practice — Mark Leffert MD
Everyone at the center was extremely professional, friendly and extremely helpful.
California Retina Consultants are the gold standard of eye care…
I appreciate the efficient but very competent care.
The best interest and care by it’s Doctors and staff in the country!!!!
Doris Liuag
Excellent proactive medical providers. Competent, courteous and prompt.
Friendly, competent staff, extreme tech.
Great doctors , great assists and did wonderful work on problematic eye including an emergency ….thank you all !
I like the one day visit to do both procedures (photos and injection).
Staff is very friendly and efficient. Dr Nasir is kind andexplains things clearly.
Attentive and knowledgeable staff, great docs. Can be slow sometimes but only when some emergency patient occurs.
Wonderful staff and great doc. The facility is beautiful! Highly recommend.
Highly competent and informative surgeons, well-organized, friendly, and efficient staff.
This practice is amazing. The doctors are so friendly and they truly love helping their patients see!
I’ve been a patient there for almost 20 years. They’re always very professional and timely.
Nice office, easy free parking, short wait time, courteous staff, and I felt the doctor seemed knowledgeable and friendly.
The entire operation is run amazingly well! The Dr. I met with was very thorough, explaining everything at this very scary time. Thank you all
Very friendly and professional. Very thorough and knowledgable as well. Made me feel at ease. Would reccommend.
Very professional and efficient care. Felt like all my concerns were covered and made to feel less anxious with my issues.
Thk you
Super friendly staff, very informed technicians, and the BEST MD retinal specialists in the US from my experience. HIGHLY recommend.
Very nice & efficient staff staff. Dr Couvillion, my doctor, la very personable & intelligent. Dicusses all my questions in detail & genually cares about my situation & treatment.
The staff is very professional. My doctor seems very caring. I feel well cared for and confident that I am in good hands
Excellent staff management and excellent eye diagnosis and monitoring. I highly recommend California Retina Consultants.
Extremely satisfying, best doctors and excellent team I highly recommend the California Retina Consultants to anybody who has vision problems that’s the place to go and be resolved.. thank you !
The doctors’ skills are impressive – no fault there – it’s the amount of time you spend sitting around – with or without numbing that gets me – reminds me of my drinking days where you’d go out for dinner, to a place with a bar, and the …
Prompt, friendly, professional service from physicians and staff. I highly recommend them. My ophthalmologist is Ma’An Nasir.
staff is always friendly and efficient, and Dr. Pieramici is kind and communicative.
This is a very professional organization. When I arrive on time the appointment starts within a few minutes. No useless waiting. I appreciate that they respect my time.
Their Doctors may be good. But, their scheduling is terrible. Had a 10:15 appointment was there at 10:10. It took 2 and a half hours for the appointment that should have been 15 to 30 minutes max.
Dr. Nasir is great. He is thorough as well as caring. Answers questions and has a true concern for his patients. Highly recommend!
The staff is very professional , polite & efficient. Clearly
a well run office.
This was my fastest visit yet! No wait in the waiting room – short wait for camera – and actually escorted by the doc to the exam room! Keep it up, guys! Your patients’ time matters too!
Retinal specialists is the best place in Santa Barbara to go for your eye issues. Dr. Pieramici and staff are very professional, friendly and caring!
Above excellent doctor, staff and a very thorough examination. I had complete confidence in the entire staff, (very professional ) and I left feeling that I was in the best hands possible for eye care.
I have a retinal problem which requires annual visits now. The staff and doctors are so thorough and pleasant. Very little wait time which is nice! Would not go anywhere else! They literally saved my husband from going blind!!!!!
From the moment of arrival through to my leaving, I was treated professionaly and with their making sure I was comfortable at every step of the procedure.
All my questions were answered fully and courteously without any sign of impatience.
From the front office staff to the technicians as well as Dr. Piersmici, everyone is friendly, competent and professional. I see enthusiastically recommend California Retina Consultants for any retina issues.
I was in Santa Barbara from out of town and I had a possible retinal emergency. I contacted the group and explained my predicament. They decided to open their offices on a Sunday bringing staff in just to see me. I want to thank Dr. Nasir …
Dr. Nasir & team have been excellent at every step of my surgery & recovery. I highly recommend them!
Very impressed with the people here-from front desk, nurses, med techs and doctor. All pleasant and told me what procedures they were doing… and why. …
Referred to them by Sansum for a detached retina. Could not have gone better. Great caring professional staff. The best part was Dr.Pieramic. Dante was very knowledgeable, took his time and had a great sense of humor. He made me feel at ease during a trying situation. This is the go to place in my opinion!!!
When I had a retina detachment, California Retina Consultants were there for me (also Sansum Clinic who referred me but that’s a separate review – also 5/5 stars). …
Dr. Avery is a great doctor; very caring and knowledgeable. I feel confident in his care for my macular degeneration. California Retinal Consultants is highly recommended.
Most people take their eyesight for granted, but those who have macular degeneration do not do so. Fortunately in most cases this disease can be controlled with medication injected into the eye. Dr Robert Avery did some of the early …
I have been a patient of California Retina Consultants for three years under the excellent care of Stephen Couvillion. One has nothing but admiration for his, skills, kindness and patience, along with the gentle efficiency of his entire staff.
On time, courteous, helpful, caring for my comfort, professional, knowledgeable, enhances confidence.
Have been a patient for many years everyone has always been professional knowledgeable and personable.
I have seen several of the doctors they have always been right on with diagnosis …
The woman scheduling appointments was extremely rude and condescending
Dr. Nasir saved my sight. He is an extraordinarily skilled surgeon, clinician and compassionate physician. His level of knowledge and expertise are unparalleled. The other physicians at California Retinal
are all top notch. The staff is kind, caring and efficient.
We are so fortunate to have access to such top retina specialists here! I appreciated their courteous and helpful support staff, their state of the art imaging equipment, and being able to quickly get in to see a retina specialist who …
My husband and I both go to Dr. Nasir. He makes us feel at ease and gives us his complete attention. Our Opthamologist retired and are very happy that Dr. Nasir was referred to us. The staff are amazing. They all work together like a well oiled machine.
Dr Castallarin has been my doctor for almost 20 years. He is the kindest, most caring physician. His expertise is bar none and he just is the most pleasant human to be around. I just adore him and am blessed to call him my doctor.
First visit today – very nice facility good atmosphere. Staff went out of their way to accommodate me, they listened and were super helpful and explained everything. They were patient and had ‘Happy to Help” kind of attitude. Doctor …
Examination, including multiple tests with photographic images, was very thorough. doctor Nasir was very patient and thoroughly explained all observed anomalies. Dr. Nasir took extra time to answer all my questions in detail in terms that I could understand to my complete satisfaction.
Dr. Castellarin and all of the staff at California Retina Consultants make you feel that they genuinely care about your welfare. They are always professional, caring, on time. First they took care of my father for eight years and their …
My wife and I have been going to Dr Nasir for over ten years. He and his staff always treat us like family. Dr Nasir is caring and gentle, we never have any pain during eye injections. There is none better than California Retina Consultants.
My introduction to Dr. Avery was preceded by a thorough evaluation by his staff. All of whom are accredited professionals while studying to advance to Physicians Assistants or Medical School. …
Dr Pieramici and staff are marvelous! They care so much about you. 20 years ago Dr Pieramici literally saved my vision with a repair to a macular hole. I returned today with other issues. I have every confidence in this team of physicians and their staff.
Dr Castallarin was wonderful. He put me completely ease with laser procedure.
Staff is great and made me feel very comfortable with Covid-19 preparedness. Was just amazed at how fast they were able to fit me in and repair my retina. Very pleased with the whole experience. Thank you, Dr. Castallarin and staff.
The phone is answered promptly and reminders for upcoming appointments are texted. On arrival an assistant comes to take the retinae photos in preparation for the visit. Wait time is usually short. Prescription refills are handled promptly. …
Dr Nasir is my doctor and I have always felt very well cared for by him and his assistants. I have recommended your office to several people who were dealing with retina problems as well. I remember my cataract doctor at Jules Stein telling me that the care I would get at your clinic would be every bit as good as theirs.
I have received excellent care from Dr. Couvillion, both before and after my eye surgery. I felt like I had his full attention during visits and that he had my best interests in mind.
There is nothing more important than protecting your Vision especially when you experience a Detached Retina or a tear in your Retina.
Within a 2 year period, I had both. …
The doctors have come to know me and my eyes. The staff is welcoming and reassuring. My appointments are always handled efficiently. It reflects well on the Practice.
I would give a 5 star rating if only it had been a little easier to get an appointment as a first time patient. I probably should have asked my primary care physician to intervene but seeing that all MDs offices are having to see fewer …
This is an high quality, competent, and well organized practice. I had surgery from Dr. Pieramici nine years ago for a badly detached retina. He saved my eyesight in that eye. The surgery requires a long period of follow ups. His follow up …
So appreciative that they saw me in an emergency situation. The staff and doctor were professional, caring and friendly, and made me feel comfortable. If I lived in Santa Barbara I would definitely become a patient. Thank you Dr. Pieramici and staff.
We are so lucky to have the CRC in Santa Barbara! Every staff member I came in contact with was super professional and friendly. Spotless facility. Dr. Nasir is amazing, he runs from room to room seeing patients yet I felt that he was …
I highly recommend the California Retina Consultants. Everyone I interacted with was very friendly and professional. My appointment was right on time and thorough with little wait time. I was informed throughout the visit as to what each test was and the overall prognosis. I had a pleasant experience there.
First time with california Retina Consultants – all staff were very friendly and professional. I felt well cared for and put at ease. They were very thorough to proved the doctor with information needed. Look forward to continuing to work with them.
I am always impressed with each of the doctors at California Retina Consultants. Between my husband and me, we have seen three of the them. They really know their stuff, in addition they are working on the cutting edge of science. I would recommend anyone of them at any time. So happy they are around.
Dr Nasir was very professional, caring, listened and answered all my questions, and was very thorough. I felt confident in his skills and expertise. I feel fortunate that he fitted me into his schedule. He was calm and efficient …
Professional, caring and prompt service. I’ve been here often, and have never found anyone to be anything but professional and kind.
From Vanessa answering my call to Lily greeting me at the door, then Morgan, Paula, Paulina and Jeremy taking me through the myriad of AMAZING imaging methods, my experience was excellent. I was seen within 12 hours of my phone call. Dr. …
Everyone at CA Retina treats me well and are well trained at their jobs. Dr. Ma’an Nasir is a class act and always explains to me what he will do and will not do. I seem to learn something new from him each time I see him.
The whole staff is terrific, in my opinion.
Excellent treatment. We are very fortunate to have this very specialized group of retina specialists in Santa Barbara.
Very competent professional staff. Dr, Nasir is fabulous. Very caring and competent. Very gentle man. I have been all over the United States for retina care and this is by far the best. We are very fortunate to have them in our town…
California Retina Consultants has been treating me since 2005. I have had several serious threats to my vision. They have successfully treated them all. My vision today is excellent. I highly recommend them.
I could not have had a more pleasant experience. Every staff member was professional, courteous and very warm. I had very little wait time and Dr. Pieramici was patient and very reassuring of my concerns. Grateful to have Dr. Pieramici in Santa Barbara, I know I am getting world class care!
Courteous staff. Dr. Couvillion is competent and caring. I was scheduled for victrectomy. Just before being rolled in for surgery he came to my prep room and asked if I was “sure” I wanted to go through with the surgery. I said, yes. I …
I have complicated eyes but the CRC staff have lots of experience with my condition. I have been going regularly since 2019. I have met every doctor at the Santa Barbara location. I have had to go on medical leave and have had surgery. I …