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Doctors For Visual Freedom When it comes to vision correction.the more you know, the better the result. The idea of one-treatment-fits-all is a myth. Sometimes there is no simple answer. Our program of treating patients, one-on-one, combined with our unique brand of care to detail and personalized service has stood the test of time.
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Alicia Greenleigh
Jun 14, 2022
I saw Dr. Golden for an actual eye problem. He was thorough, thoughtful and you could tell he really cares about his patients. AND my eye was already much improved later that day. His staff are equally attentive, knowledgable and helpful. 10s, 10s, 10s across the board.
Vincent Gutierrez
May 13, 2022
The staff was very professional and very accommodating they made me feel right at home I would also like to add the doctor Goldman is very patient and kind I think we need thoughtfulness when it comes to our eyes
Laura Rufo
Apr 12, 2022
Always a pleasant experience! Dr. Golden and his staff review every treatment and make you feel very comfortable.
Alisha D. Smith
Mar 06, 2022
Clean office and friendly staff. Dr. Golden is very personable and thorough when sharing the details of your care. The office also has delicious snacks for you while you wait which can help put a smile on your face and brighten your day!
Inna Sydorak
Mar 05, 2022
Thank you Dr. Golden and staff! Dr. Golden is through and provided practical advise. Will be back in the years to come for my check ups.
Alison B.
Feb 14, 2022
Dr Golden takes his time with you. The exam was incredibly thorough, and his office is a well oiled machine. (And they have snacks!) They are clear about billing policies too. Highly, highly recommend.
Katie Griffith
Feb 03, 2022
Have been seeing Dr. Golden since 2016 and would highly recommend him. They also have a really great selection of frames.
Rob Fulham
Jan 12, 2022
Doctor was extremely helpful and gave me solid feedback on how to fix the issue with my eye. Will be using this office for all my eye care needs moving forward.
Kevin Cavanaugh
Sep 18, 2021
I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Golden. I had an acute change in my vision and his team accommodated me the same day. The entire team is thorough and professional. Dr. Golden has a great bedside manner, is extremely knowledgeable and accurately diagnosed and treated my condition immediately. I can't recommend this office enough!
Monique D.
Feb 25, 2021
Dr. Mark Goldman is a fraud. I bought a Groupon for an eye appointment only after Mark Goldman's staff told me it would include the PD. When I arrived to the appointment Dr. Goldman told me the eye exam would not include the PD. Then after taking the medical history and redeeming the Groupon, Dr. Goldman refused to preform the eye exam. I asked him to refund my money that I paid for the Groupon and he refused this as well. This is illegal.
Teighlor T.
Aug 31, 2020
Great service. Nice staff. Very affordable. Quick check in. Very easy to find in john hancock building.
Jp B.
Jan 16, 2020
Dr. Mark has been seeing me now for About 6 months. He is very attentive and explains thoroughly what is going on with my eyes. The whole staff is Uber polite and very professional.
Danielle S.
Nov 18, 2019
The doc is great. I come for botox. Im in and out in 15 minutes. He doesnt pressure me to get treatments i dont want, he treats me with professionalism, and he doesnt oversell/overcharge. Having had a VERY bad experience with botox at a "medspa", the doc is a great example of how things should be done.
Marla C.
Oct 26, 2019
Dr. Mark Golden and his team are accommodating, professional and friendly. I have been using Dr. Mark Golden for years, starting with my Lasik surgery 10-15+ years ago. In addition to eye care, he has a beautiful array of glasses, sunglasses and readers, which I have purchased. He and his staff give great opinions as to what looks best on you. Their skin care line is amazing. Only the best! I highly recommend.
Todd R.
Sep 16, 2019
They were So Nice to me. I came to Chicago for a funeral and needed help. They accommodated my need immediately and kindly. Thanks!
Loren R.
Jul 26, 2019
Years ago I went to Mark Golden for LASIK surgery. The surgery went well, I have no complaints about that, but he was very obnoxious about the bill. It goes back a while so I can't remember if I forgot my credit card and had to pay by check - but whatever the situation I recall him yelling at me "How do I know you will pay me!". I wanted to run out of the office but he eventually realized I wasn't try to scam him and I went ahead with the procedure. But what a jerk!
Beata P.
May 19, 2019
Do not waste your money on the current Botox promotion. It doesn't work and the doc will not fix it unless you pay him addition money. Why would anyone pay for a treatment that did not work the first time?
Brian L.
Jul 12, 2018
Excellent experience with Dr. Golden and team for a first-time visit. Zero hassle, friendly staff, prompt service for my basic eye exam and vision check- the whole thing took 30 minutes. Dr. Golden was extremely knowledgeable and the front desk was easy to work with and answered all my questions. Ordered contacts on the spot. Will definitely be returning for next years annual exam.
Aaron Y.
Apr 17, 2018
I'll first start by saying the staff is very friendly and helpful. The doctor, on the other hand, does not listen to the concerns of the patient and interrupts, ultimately rushing the consultation. I had severe pain in my eye and went to this doctor for a follow up, after purchasing an antibiotic drop, prescribed by my general practitioner. Dr.

Golden literally grabbed the bottle from my hand and threw it in the garbage, after which he told me the only remedy was to use eye drops that cost $35/weekly supply, conveniently only sold in his office. Save your time and visit a doctor that isn't so rigid.
Maria C.
Apr 04, 2018
I brought my mom here to get a hemorrhage in her right eye looked at. We actually arrived pretty late for her appointment thanks to traffic and also never having been in the Hancock building before and getting a bit lost (don't judge me lol), but were seen anyway. We really appreciated that Mr Golden still examined my mom since he was supposed to be out of the office by a certain time and he'd be cutting it close.

My mom had been pretty stressed out about her eye and if he'd cancelled, she would've been really let down. It's a very nice comfortable space and the staff couldn't be friendlier. Mr Golden was really nice during the examination and even suggested getting follow-up treatment somewhere that may be more budget friendly for us, which is awesome. If I ever decide on getting Lasik, I'll definitely be coming here.
Charlene A.
Mar 13, 2018
I worked with Mark in Minneapolis, MN in the LASIK industry. He was rude and degrading to women.
Matthew B.
Jan 20, 2018
I wouldn't go here again. It took me over two months to get contacts because when I called to tell them the first type they prescribed me didn't feel good, they didn't actually order me new ones like they said they would. After weeks went by, when I called to find out where my new contacts were, only to find out they hadn't ever ordered them, they didn't even apologize.

They just kept telling me they were "trying to help me" every time I complained that I was disappointed they hadn't noted my account or ordered me the contacts they said they would. This particularly bothered me because I felt like they were trying to cast me as unreasonable, even though I was calm and mostly just wanted an admission and an apology.

Never got one, but que sera, sera. Because of this delay, even though I started this process in early November, it didn't get resolved til after the new year, which cost me an allowance from my insurance company I can spend on contacts. But I'll give them two stars cause, like, they didn't hurt my eyes or anything and the doctor himself was nice enough, I guess.
Kevin L.
Jan 11, 2018
Dr Golden came hugely recommended to me and I couldn't be more happy I decided to come see him. His staff are super attentive, dealing with limited space but you couldn't be more cared for. Mary was such a pleasant person to have assist you. Dr Golden is amazing. Assuring and attentive. You can tell he has seen and dealt with it all. So when he tells you something, you feel assured. Eye issues can be quite panic inducing. I suggest you do yourself a favor and visit this office
Cindy K.
Sep 09, 2017
There are so many great reasons to go to Dr. Mark Golden. Dr Golden is a terrific ophthalmologist and offers botox and fillers. I come from a family of eye doctors that are out east. Finding an eye doctor wasn't easy having gone to my uncle most of my life. Going to Dr. Golden is like going home. I first started seeing him five plus yeas ago when I was considering lasik.

At the time, he had done more lasik procedures than practically anyone in Illinois. He was extremely thorough in making sure I was a candidate. My husband was not. I was happy that he was honest in telling my husband that he could not have the procedure, as I believe that other doctors may not have. I was, however, a good candidate even though I was in my 50s; it was the best decision.

I did mono vision so I wouldn't have to wear reading glasses. Now years later, I still have perfect vision. But there's more! Dr Golden has since stopped doing lasik but still offers amazing services as an ophthalmologist, color blindness expert AND he offers cosmetic procedures including botox and fillers! I wouldn't trust just anyone to perform a cosmetic procedure on my face or elsewhere, especially around my eyes!

I am confident with Dr. Golden. The results are amazing and his pricing is competitive. He frequently offers specials. It is so worth going to him, knowing that he is a specialist and knows exactly what to do. When I need freshened up, he's the man!
Bridget Froelich
Dec 28, 2015
I had a great time visiting a few weeks ago for a check up on my eyes. I had undergone PRK five years ago with Doctors for Visual Freedom to correct my eyesight, and the surgery and after care exceeded my expectations. I am still so grateful five years after the surgery - and this is from someone who had previously worn -8.75 in contacts w/ astigmatism! Dr.

Mark always has something new and innovative to teach me about eye care and beauty enhancements, and I am excited to try out some of the new treatments. The staff is very friendly, too and the office is beautiful. I fully recommend this place.
Amanda S.
Aug 21, 2015
I love this place! Dr. Golden is a gem. The entire staff is extremely friendly and very good with children and adults. My entire family comes here. The location is in the Handcock building on the 15th floor. A little hard to find parking, I usually Uber when I make my appointments here. That is really the only downside. The kids love it here. They are always happy to deal with Dr. Golden and of course happy there is candy in the waiting area! I would recommend any one here.