Eye Care Center
Florida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute - South Tampa
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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 21, 2026
What AI says about Florida.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 Tampa”
ChatGPT answered with other businesses. Florida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute - South Tampa was not mentioned.
Checked July 16, 2026
Perplexity
Named ✓
Asked “best optometrist in Tampa”
“Jacob, OD 4.9 Bulls Eye Care 4.9 Florida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute - South Tampa 4.8 True Eye Experts of South Tampa, formerly Patterson Eye Center 4.8 TAMPA EYE CLINIC AND ASSOCIATES 4.7 Designing Eyes Optical Boutique 5.0 O”
Checked July 21, 2026
Gemini
Not named
Asked “best optometrist in Tampa”
Gemini answered with other businesses. Florida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute - South Tampa was not mentioned.
Checked July 16, 2026
Named by 1 of 3 assistants as of July 21, 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.
Florida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute is best known for its advanced laser treatments for retinal tears and dedicated low vision care, ensuring patients receive tailored solutions for their eye health.
What people keep saying.3
Every review this business has, read and distilled — the mood, the consistent praise, and the recurring complaints.
Patients generally report a positive experience at Florida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute, highlighting efficient appointments and thorough explanations from doctors like Dr. Donovan and Dr. Greenberg. However, some reviews indicate significant frustrations with scheduling and wait times, suggesting a mixed experience overall.
Consistently praised
Recurring complaints
The bottom line: The practice is praised for its knowledgeable doctors but criticized for inconsistent office management and long wait times.
The score, explained
Why 63.4
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 85% of eye care centers in the registry.
Scanned July 21, 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) · 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Monday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
Typically busiest — Tuesday
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Questions
About Florida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute - South Tampa.
What are the operating hours of Florida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute - South Tampa?
The clinic is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Does Florida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute - South Tampa accept reservations?
The clinic does not accept reservations; patients are seen on a first-come, first-served basis.
What is Florida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute - South Tampa known for?
The clinic is known for its highly respected eye specialists and efficient, professional care, particularly in cataract surgery and comprehensive eye examinations.
Is there parking available at Florida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute - South Tampa?
Yes, there is parking available for patients at the clinic.
What special features does Florida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute - South Tampa offer?
The clinic offers a comfortable environment with friendly staff, thorough pre-testing, and personalized care from experienced doctors.
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