Eye Care Center
Advanced Eyecare Associates
The public record of what AI assistants say about this business — the questions asked, the answers given, the omissions.
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Strong is 80 or better. Under 40 is weak. Half of eye care centers in the registry score 40–59.
Verified July 18, 2026
What AI says about Advanced.1
We ask the assistants the questions customers actually ask, and record what comes back — quoted verbatim, dated, with the capture kept as evidence.
ChatGPT
Not named
Asked “best optometrist in Los Banos”
ChatGPT answered with other businesses. Advanced Eyecare Associates was not mentioned.
Checked July 16, 2026
Perplexity
Named ✓
Asked “best optometrist in Los Banos”
“Completed 2 steps Healthy Eyes Optometry Inc 4.8 Advanced Eyecare Associates 4.9 Stanton Optical 4.7 Monte Vista Optometry 4.6 Total Vision Care Optometry 5.0 EyeC Optometry 4.4 Soares Trajan OD 3.3 Healthy Eyes Optometry Inc 197 W El Portal Dr, Merced”
Checked July 18, 2026
Gemini
Not named
Asked “best optometrist in Los Banos”
Gemini answered with other businesses. Advanced Eyecare Associates was not mentioned.
Checked July 16, 2026
Named by 1 of 3 assistants as of July 18, 2026.
Reputation
What they’re known for.2
Drawn from live Google search results — the searches this business surfaces for when people look nearby. What its customers say is a separate read, below.
Advanced Eyecare Associates stands out for its efficient and friendly eye care services, with a strong reputation for punctuality and patient comfort.
What people keep saying.3
Every review this business has, read and distilled — the mood, the consistent praise, and the recurring complaints.
Patients appreciate the punctuality and efficiency of Advanced Eyecare Associates, often noting minimal wait times and a clean, welcoming environment. Dr. Soares is frequently mentioned for his thoroughness and ability to explain conditions clearly, making visits comfortable even for those anxious about eye care.
Consistently praised
Recurring complaints
The bottom line: Advanced Eyecare Associates is distinguished by Dr. Soares' patient-centered approach, though billing issues have been a concern for some patients.
The score, explained
Why 61.4
Eight signals make up the AI Score. Weight is how much a signal counts; the score is how this entry measures on it. The same method for every business — never for sale.
Higher than 79% of eye care centers in the registry.
Scanned July 18, 2026
What’s holding this entry back: off-property attestation and ai visibility — the signals dragging the score below where the rest of the record sits.
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The facts
Today (Mon) · 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Monday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- FridayClosed
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
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Questions
About Advanced Eyecare Associates.
What are the hours of operation for Advanced Eyecare Associates?
The clinic is open Monday through Thursday from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM and is closed on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Does Advanced Eyecare Associates accept reservations?
The clinic does not accept reservations; patients are seen on a first-come, first-served basis.
What is Advanced Eyecare Associates known for?
The clinic is known for its efficient service, friendly staff, and punctuality, ensuring minimal wait times for patients.
Is there parking available at Advanced Eyecare Associates?
Yes, there is parking available for patients at the clinic's location.
What special features does Advanced Eyecare Associates offer?
The clinic provides a clean and welcoming environment, with a knowledgeable staff that is attentive to patient needs and concerns.
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