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Eye Care Center

Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute

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2822 S Vista Ave
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54/100
Mixed

Strong is 80 or better. Under 40 is weak. Half of eye care centers in the registry score 40–59.

Verified July 23, 2026

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Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute — Boise, Idaho
Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute · 2822 S Vista Ave

What AI says about Pacific.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

Named ✓

Asked best lasik surgeon in Boise

Hollingshead, MD 3.5 LasikPlus 4.5 Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute Expand Use two fingers to move the map © Mapbox Terms© OpenStreetMap Mark E.

Checked July 23, 2026

Gemini

Not named

Asked best lasik surgeon in Boise

Gemini answered with other businesses. Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute was not mentioned.

Checked July 16, 2026

Named by 1 of 2 assistants as of July 23, 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.

Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute is best known for its Lasik surgery services, where patients report excellent outcomes and a supportive, knowledgeable staff.

Lasik Surgery in Boise

What people keep saying.3

Every review this business has, read and distilled — the mood, the consistent praise, and the recurring complaints.

Patients at Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute often describe their experiences as smooth and efficient, particularly during cataract surgeries. Many express gratitude for the clear communication from staff and the quick recovery from procedures. However, some reviews indicate concerns about the surgical process feeling impersonal and overly mechanical.

Consistently praised

Dr. Ford's attentive care
Smooth cataract surgery experience
Clear communication from staff

Recurring complaints

Long wait times for procedures
Impersonal surgical process
Confusion over insurance coverage

The bottom line: PCLI is noted for its efficient cataract surgery process but faces criticism for long wait times and impersonal care.

Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute — Boise, Idaho
Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute · 2822 S Vista Ave

The score, explained

Why 54.4

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 62% of eye care centers in the registry.

Scanned July 23, 2026

SignalScore /100
Retrieval groundingWhether you appear in the ranked results AI retrieves and cites — AI-Overview citations, organic top-10 for your money queries, and the Bing index ChatGPT leans on.
50
Off-property attestationVolume and consistency of what others say about you — YouTube mentions, branded web mentions, third-party “best-of” lists. The cause of retrievability.
40
AI visibilityWhether ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and AI Overviews name you — and for the right service.
50
Reviews & responseNot just star average — volume, velocity, the specificity of review language, and response cadence. Specific reviews are what AI quotes verbatim.
97
Backlink & citation authorityDomain authority and editorial quality of the sources that attest to you.
60
Google Business ProfileRequired and recommended fields; update cadence. The listing AI pulls from first.
84
Speed & mobileCore Web Vitals at the 75th percentile, on a real phone.
54
Content freshness & schemaCrawl recency, intent alignment, valid JSON-LD, canonicals.
37

What’s holding this entry back: off-property attestation and content freshness & schema — the signals dragging the score below where the rest of the record sits.

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Standing

Where the entry ranks.

1st

of 2 eye care centers in Boise, ranked by AI Score.

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01Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute54 · 4.9 ★
02Vision Quest Medical Center42 · 4.9 ★
Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute — Boise, Idaho
Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute · 2822 S Vista Ave

The facts

Address2822 S Vista Ave, Boise, ID 83705, USA
Hours
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 – 1:00 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed
Websitepcli.com

Typically busiest — Wednesday

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Questions

About Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute.

What are the operating hours of Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute?

The clinic operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and on Friday until 1:00 PM. They are closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

Does Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute require reservations for appointments?

The clinic does not require reservations for appointments, allowing patients to walk in as needed.

What is Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute known for?

The clinic is known for its excellent patient care and successful cataract surgeries, with many patients reporting improved vision and a smooth surgical experience.

Is there parking available at Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute?

Yes, the clinic provides parking facilities for patients visiting the location.

What special features does Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute offer?

The clinic is recognized for its professional and comfortable atmosphere, as well as a staff that is attentive and knowledgeable, ensuring that all patient questions are answered thoroughly.

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