Ophthalmologists who are Physicians - Surprise, AZ

"I have seen Dr. Barakat several times in recent years. He is kind, pleasant, and knows his stuff. He is always straight forward when I ask for information. I feel confident in his knowledge and medical advice. And, it doesn't hurt that he usually comes in singing a tune! I'm sorry to see he's left the Prescott area. "

"Just to be clear, for those wondering what an EYELID LESION is it's like a cyst or "witch's wart" on the eyelids. You could hardly tell I had them but, as the happy, lucky owner of these lesions - they suck when you look up close. So, Berlin is a good man, knows his stuff and performs excellent surgical procedures. Plus, his assistants take care to do their work without issue. I was NOT put out but put into "La La Land" (where I needed to be knowing the KNIFE would be at my eyes) and it all went so well I didn't even realize when we were actually finished. Great bedside manner and you can talk to this man, he's good. Having said all that, the office is busier than heck (which is really busy these days - trivia) which makes for comfortable, yet excruciating wait times. They're working on it..."

"Saw him back in 2019 for a 2nd opinion regarding the progression of my glaucoma. After the exam I asked for his impressions. In a rather cavalier manner, he said "you have glaucoma". I advised him that I was well aware of that and that is why I came for a second opinion. I let him know that his impression/comment was not helpful. He sputtered and stuttered (recognizing that he was being called out on his rudeness) and said that he would have to do additional testing to give me an opinion. He suggested that I make another appointment to have the testing done. I had no intention of being disrespected by that guy again, so of course no return appointment was made. Despite that, about 6 months later I got a call from his office saying that I had an upcoming appointment with him and to call back and confirm. I guess that office was trying to drum up repeat business. The best way to keep patients (paying customers) coming back is to be respectful of the customer's concerns and fears and to, at least, pretend to care."