August L Reader, III, MD

Deceiving business practice. I went in for a eye exam with insurance, which should be cover. Later dr August gave a description which was useless (because he was like — ok so your eyes are dry, that must be because the prescription is too weak, let me give you a stronger one). I went on to get a new pair based on his result — which is WORSE. it gave me dry eyes but also make my eyes and head hurt.
What’s worse, they sent me a surprising bill that was not mentioned or disclose before or during the visit at all! This is the reason why US Healthcare is bad — because they can do deceiving practice. But they shouldn’t be able to get away with it.

I owe my eyesight to this doctor. I was unknowingly suffering from a relatively rare condition that rapidly deteriorates your eyesight without treatment. My primary care doctor referred me to Dr. Reader who made time to see me directly from my primary care doctors office. In rapid time he evaluated the situation, made a correct diagnosis and prescribed medication that saved my eyesight (which by the way returned ²⁰⁄₂₀). I will be forever grateful for his expertise and would not hesitate to refer him to anyone looking for quality eye care.

I wouldn’t be writing this review if it wasn’t for Dr. Reader! I had substantial vision problems after a concussion, to the point where I couldn’t read or use the computer and was so light-​sensitive I could barely go outside. I was out of work for almost three weeks. Two doctors told me my eye problems were nothing and that they would go away with rest… but they didn’t get better at all. I finally ignored the doctors and got a referral to Dr. Reader from my optometrist. As soon as I described my symptoms he said that he thought he knew what was wrong with me. A few tests later and he confirmed the problem. The solution was relatively simple [reading glasses: wish he could come up with a miracle pill, but beggars can’t be choosers] and by the end of the day I could see.
I thought his bedside manner was terrific — he really listened to me, and took the time to explain the problem in English and in detail so that I would understand it. After I expressed some frustration that my own doctor couldn’t recognize what turns out to be a relatively common side effect of a concussion, he said that he would send a note over to her to explain my issue. Yes, he’s part of a huge, factory-​like office. Yes, you’ll be there for a while. But I truly can’t recommend him enough.

Don’t pay attention to the weird reviews here, because they seem to refer more to office staffing problems and not to poor medical assistance by Dr. Reader.
Dr. Reader has an excellent bedside manner, and he is very experienced in his field. He is highly recommended by other physicians, which is far more reliable than the subjective reviews on Unilocal.My partner had eye surgery in both eyes with him, and I am so glad Dr. Reader was in charge of his care, because he made the entire experience a breeze for us. I would highly recommend Dr. Reader to anyone needing serious eye surgery or eye care.

Worst ever — I had a temporary loss of vision in one eye and went to this doctor. He was apparently hiding in his office and giving instructions through his mouth piece Dr. Oxford (I dont think he was in the building and they were playing a wierd game). Dr. Oxford thought I may have a rare disease. They had some MRI’s done and they did not get back to me with the results of the MRI. I called 7 times and he did not call me back even once (and neither did Dr. Oxford).
why are these people doctors if they dont want to see patients???

How can I begin to describe my experience with Dr. Reader… Simply put DON“T EVER GO TO HIM!
I was referred to this neuro-​opthamologist for an eye condition and for the past two years I thought him to be kind but rushed. He answered questions, but his answers were vague and self-​serving (meaning they got me out of his office quickly).
Cut to several months ago when I went in because I was pretty sure something ooky was going on with my vision. He told me it was dry eyes and sent me away. A week later as I was losing vision rapidly, his receptionist told me to ‘just have a positive attitude’ (because apparently sushine and daydreams are the medicines of choice nowadays) and Dr. Reader just didn’t show up the next day for my appointment.
I received better care in the UCSF emergency room then I ever did with Dr. Reader. Be warned. When I called his office to file a complaint EVERYONE I spoke with said it wasn’t the first time and they weren’t suprised.
If you want care from a professional who takes your concerns seriously and makes careful, informated decisions with you, go elsewhere. If you want a Doc who looks like Santa Claus’ anorexic brother, an absentminded professor for whom ‘dry eyes’ are an easy diagnosis, then by all means plow ahead…

I got referred to Dr Reader by another opthamologist, and WOW I’m glad. Of course its always a nicer visit when you are found out to have no real problems… but honestly if I had a big problem, I would still be elated. He was very personable and explained things to me on my terms (not like a previous doctor who talked to me like a five year old… when I’m CLEARLY on the level of most 7 year olds).
Dr. Reader explained options for me in case my condition actually is every bad, and really could not have been better. The staff was also equally nice, and moved me along through tests in a quick and professional manner.