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Dr. Ronald Frenkel, MD

Dr. Ronald Frenkel, MD

Ophthalmology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Ronald Frenkel, MD is an ophthalmologist in Stuart, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1982. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (40 reviews)

Practice

509 SE Riverside Dr Ste 302 Stuart, FL 34994

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Frenkel specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Frenkel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Frenkel

4.4
40 ratings, 26 with a written review
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The Best Ortamologist on the Treasure Coast
Regarding if working with Dr Frenkel or one of his associates, the level of detail and care is exemplary. He helped with several issues over the years. The key is their follow-up care over the years insures my sight stays intact, and that nothing changes.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 11, 2024
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Wonderful
Dr. Frenkel performed cataract surgery with implant on both eyes. Could not be more pleased. I have had a wonderful outcome. I worked for a wonderful ophthalmologist in the 70’s and had a lot of anxiety going into surgery because of the “old way” surgery was performed. Dr. Frenkel put me at complete ease. He is kind and caring. Explained my upcoming procedure and took the time to answer all my questions. The advancement in surgery is incredible. Dr. Frenkel’s office staff is professional and kind. The surgery center doctors, nurses and staff were kind and comforting. I am blessed to be under Dr. Frenkel’s expert care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kate – Jun 18, 2024
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No bedside manner
Testing took a long time but time spent with Dr Frankel was minimal. He breezes in and out of the office and does not spend time speaking to the patient. He seems to be unable to retain staff, doctors included. If I have questions about a procedure he has his girl explain it. I don’t want his girl telling me about it, I want the person doing the surgery to explain it. I am considering moving to a new practice where I will hopefully receive some compassion and caring and see the same doctor each time.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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No bedside manner – Aug 30, 2022
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I have worn glasses since 1957 with severe myopia and astigmatism in both eyes. I developed cataracts and Dr Frenkel performed surgery on both eyes. The results are great - I no longer need to wear glasses.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bob Vandermeer – Dec 15, 2021
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Doctor F is amazing and is very attentive. He is very very thorough and his treatment of his patients is number one for sure. The staff in this office is far beyond any doctors office. They are so friendly, have great personalities and yes even have great sense of humor (especially to put up with mine). When you go to a doctors office for any procedure the nervousness sky rockets. well these ladies are amazing how they have the ability to keep the patients calm
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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PETER m RINI – May 30, 2021
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Dr frankel is a great eye doctor and i am very pleased with his care, I am about to have a pterygium removed and even though my insurance doesnt cover most of it and i dont have much money I am going withh him because of the recent carerac surgery he just did. 5+++ stars
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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m trahan – Oct 31, 2020
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I have great trust in Dr. Frenkel. The staff is wonderful and doctor is through, professional, informative and very kind, great eyes surgeons. Excellent!!! I would return without a doubt.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Eva – Oct 12, 2020
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I was having trouble with my left eye, I had had cataract surgery on it 10 years ago and it was very blurry. I went to Dr. Frenkel, he lasered it and within a day I can see like I had from the very beginning. I highly recommend Dr. Frankel.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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M. Devito – Oct 06, 2020
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I have been a patient of Dr. Frenkel's for 20 years. He has taken wonderful care of my glaucoma, allowing me the freedom of drops. Dr. Frenkel also did Cataract surgery on both eyes, this was complicated due to the fact that I had RK surgery before moving to Florida. I now have 20/20 vision. His staff is caring and one of the best things about his office is that you are not left sitting there, your appointments are right on time. If you are in need of a great opthamologist Dr. Frenkel is the one.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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suzan j shipper – Oct 04, 2020
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I had cataract surgery on both eyes. I am very pleased with Dr. Frenkel and his staff, as well I am super happy with the Laser surgery and Toric lens. I would recommend Dr. Frenkel to anyone in need of treatment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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B. Cornell – Oct 04, 2020
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I have known Dr Frenkel for many many years, I completely trust him with the critical care of my eyes. His staff and office are wonderful and most helpful in all of their positions and services. Dr Frenkel just preformed surgery in both my eyes with complete success and I haven’t seen so well since a very young child. There was no doubt and I had complete confidence in him and find that his knowledge, compassion and care Is equally important to him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 01, 2020
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I was impressed by the thoroughness of each step from discussion of my options, the procedure/s, and cost. The pre-and post-op instructions were comprehensive; the staff informed. The doctor's demeanor was encouraging throughout, and the results surpassed my expectations!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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ML Carson – Jul 23, 2020
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Dr. Frenkel performed cataract surgery on my left eye in February 2020. The surgery was much easier than I thought; and virtually pain free. I develop a slight (RARE) complication due to my autoimmune disease about a week later. Dr. Frenkel had to perform minor subsequent surgery in his office. (Again, virtually pain free!) my surgery on my right eye went without complication and the procedure and recovery were painless. My vision is now almost as good as it was when I was 20! (I am 72) I cannot recommend Dr. Frenkel and his friendly, efficient and compassionate office staff highly enough. 5 stars are not enough! EFET is a 10!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Carolyn Baruch – Jul 08, 2020
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I have visited Dr. Frenkel on several occasions with various eye issues, it is a busy office but they provide excellent vision care. Most recently Dr. Frenkel performed my first cataract surgery and I am really pleased with the result; 20/20 vision without glasses.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Frank Cuadra – May 23, 2020
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I am in my 70’s and have worn glasses for severe astigmatism since I was 8 years old. In my youth, I had to wear glasses playing sports and even under my helmet driving open wheel racing cars. I also have had to wear separate glasses for reading since my early 40’s. I developed cataracts in both eyes and the left became so bad that I couldn’t read a speed limit sign at 75 yards. I also took a medication that can complicate cataract surgery. After testing, Dr. Ronald Frenkel recommended laser surgery with a toric lens implant. He performed the surgery without any complications and I now have 20/20 bright vision in my left eye. I no longer need glasses to drive or watch TV with that eye. I can’t wait for Dr. Frenkel to perform the same procedure for my right eye!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Frank R. D. – Feb 15, 2020
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Dr. Frenkel is an excellent surgeon. Had my cateract done. He explained everything, including risks and complications. Technicians and office staff are excellent. Testing done in office. Sometimes a bit of a wait on busy days. Highly recommend.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Gordon Single,MD – Jan 28, 2020
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I had to quit driving because my depth perception was so bad 7 I couldnt see anything clearly due to cataracts. Had the right eye done in November. Amazed at the results/ Had the left eye done in January, a week later I am almost at 20/20 vision. I am thrilled! Dr. Frenkel explained everything so I understood what to expect. The staff was amazing both in the office & at the Treasure Coast Surgery Center. I have already recommended Dr Frenkel & my friend has an appointment next week.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Janet Martin – Jan 16, 2020
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Excellent physician, caring manner and knowledgeable about all eye treatments and surgeries.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Maria – Jan 05, 2020
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had apmt, there office was locked tight, they never called
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 22, 2019
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Excellent experience. Doctor and staff are great
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 16, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Our practice combines state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment with the experience gained through research and advanced training. We offer our patients the latest and most advanced treatments and techniques for ocular disease customized for their individual situations.

biography

Dr. Frenkel founded the East Florida Eye Institute in 1989 to bring state of the art diagnosis and treatment to the Treasure Coast, specializing in the most advanced treatments for Macular Degeneration and Glaucoma.

Dr. Frenkel is...
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  • Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Surgery

  • Cataract Surgery

  • Cornea & External Diseases

  • Cornea & Refractive Surgery

  • Ophthalmic Surgery

  • Clinical Research

  • Oculoplastic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Mass Eye Infirm/harvard

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988
  • Kresge Eye Institute Wayne St University

    Residency Hospital, 1987
  • St Elizabeths Tufts

    Residency Hospital, 1984
  • Brigham Womens/harvard

    Internship Hospital, 1983
  • Brigham And Womens Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1983
  • Wayne State University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

East Florida Eye Institute PA509 SE Riverside Dr Ste 302 Stuart, FL 34994
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office451 SW Bethany Dr Ste 200 Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
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