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Dr. Nicholas Onken, OD

Dr. Nicholas Onken, OD

Optometry

Dr. Nicholas Onken, OD is an optometrist in Birmingham, AL. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

1716 University Blvd Birmingham, AL 35233
(205) 975-2020

At a Glance

  • 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. Onken's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Onken

4.3
6 ratings, 4 with a written review
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Dr Nicholas Onken was unprofessional, rude, and a terrible commentator.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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David – Dec 11, 2024
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Yeah, Dr. Onken is awesome!!! He explains everything that's happening. My daughter was going to another optometrist and they just couldn't get her prescription right. On her first appointment Dr. Onken got it right. Also, Dr. Onken is friendly and helpful. He's patient with children as well. My daughter was blessed to be able to get this eye doctor. Thanks again ????????
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sarah T – Mar 11, 2021
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He has excellent "bed side manner" and explains everything very clearly while also entertaining my adhd child. He absolutely knows how to handle kids and his recommendations for her eye care have made her life so much better. Would hands down recommend him to everyone.
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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Rachel Martin – Jan 22, 2020
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I was incredibly impressed with Dr. Onken and the time and attention he spent with me and my family. Over the past 2 weekends he has seen me, my wife and 3 of our 4 children. Despite his office being busy, he took plenty of time to be thorough and explain what he was doing and get to know us. He was especially good with my children and it is clear why is sought out as a specialist in pediatric optometry. I would highly recommend Dr. Onken to anyone!
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
Helpful
Stewart in Birmingham – Apr 15, 2018
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Eye Health Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

The patient is more than a pair of eyes, and the eyes are more than being able to see 20/20. I believe in proper and complete patient and parent education, and in making the visit efficient, accurate, helpful, and enjoyable.

  • Optometry

  • Sports Vision

  • Vision Therapy

  • Pediatric Optometry

  • Nova Southeastern University College Of Optometry

    Residency Hospital

  • New England College Of Optometry

    Medical School

  • California State University Long Beach

    Undergraduate School

  • English

  • Spanish

Focus on Diabetic Macular Edema

Locations

Practice

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