Eye Care Center
The Regional Eye Center
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 10, 2026
What AI says about The.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 ophthalmologist in Kingsport”
ChatGPT answered with other businesses. The Regional Eye Center was not mentioned.
Checked July 10, 2026
Perplexity
Named ✓
Asked “best ophthalmologist in Kingsport”
“Frank Oglesby 5.0 The Regional Eye Surgery Center 4.8 Reeves Eye Institute 4.6 Brookside Vision Center 5.0 The Regional Eye Center 4.8 Family Eye Care and Pediatric Vision Center, PLLC 4.6 Dr.”
Checked July 10, 2026
Gemini
Not named
Asked “best ophthalmologist in Kingsport”
Gemini answered with other businesses. The Regional Eye Center was not mentioned.
Checked July 10, 2026
Named by 1 of 3 assistants as of July 10, 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.
The Regional Eye Center excels in ophthalmology, particularly known for thorough eye exams and immediate care for eye issues. Their expertise in retina treatment also stands out.
What people keep saying.3
Every review this business has, read and distilled — the mood, the consistent praise, and the recurring complaints.
Patients at The Regional Eye Center report a generally positive experience, highlighting thorough exams and immediate care for urgent issues. While some noted long wait times, many appreciated the professionalism and attentiveness of doctors like Dr. Williamson and Dr. Birt, who provided clear explanations during procedures.
Consistently praised
Recurring complaints
The bottom line: The Regional Eye Center is distinguished by its commitment to immediate care and thorough evaluations, especially from doctors like Dr. Williamson and Dr. Birt.
The score, explained
Why 62.4
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 82% of eye care centers in the registry.
Scanned July 10, 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 – 4:30 PM
- Monday7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday7:30 AM – 1:30 PM
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
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Questions
About The Regional Eye Center.
What are the hours of operation for The Regional Eye Center?
The Regional Eye Center operates Monday through Thursday from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM and on Friday from 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM. They are closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Does The Regional Eye Center accept reservations?
The Regional Eye Center does not require reservations for appointments.
What is The Regional Eye Center known for?
The Regional Eye Center is known for providing thorough eye exams, cataract surgery, and immediate care for various eye conditions, with a reputation for friendly and professional staff.
Is there parking available at The Regional Eye Center?
Yes, there is parking available at The Regional Eye Center for patients visiting the clinic.
What special features does The Regional Eye Center offer?
The Regional Eye Center is noted for its responsive staff who provide updates during wait times and for their commitment to addressing patient issues promptly, often performing necessary procedures on the same day.
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