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Bowden Eye & Associates office in Jacksonville, Florida
2 NPI-verified surgeonsNo. 4 of 10 in JacksonvilleVerified

Bowden Eye & Associates

LASIK and refractive surgery · Jacksonville, Florida

LASIK price per eye
Not published
Procedures
4
Surgeons
3
Offices in area
2
Index score
7.3 / 10

What does Bowden Eye & Associates offer?

Bowden Eye & Associates is a LASIK and refractive surgery practice in Jacksonville, Florida, with 2 offices in the Jacksonville area. It performs LASIK, PRK, EVO ICL and refractive lens exchange. Its surgeons Dr. Frank Bowden and Dr. Janet Betchkal are NPI-verified ophthalmologists.

Bowden Eye & Associates uses all-laser bladeless LASIK and wavefront or topography-guided treatment. The practice performs procedures including PRK, EVO ICL, and refractive lens exchange. It offers financing options for patients. The practice does not publish a specific price per eye for LASIK, nor does it list enhancement plans or HSA and FSA acceptance.

Bowden Eye & Associates includes Janet Betchkal, Breno Da Rocha, and Frank Bowden. Janet Betchkal and Frank Bowden are NPI-verified ophthalmologists. The practice also names optometrists Thara Abu-Mallouh and Jerry Robben. It does not publish information regarding specific enhancement plans or the acceptance of HSA or FSA accounts for its refractive procedures.

How much does LASIK cost at Bowden Eye & Associates?

Bowden Eye & Associates does not publish a LASIK price. A quote means booking a consultation.

Procedures at Bowden Eye & Associates Verified
ProcedureWhat it isOffered
LASIKA corneal flap is created and the tissue beneath it is reshaped with an excimer laser.Offered
PRKSurface laser treatment with no flap. The outer cell layer is removed and the cornea is reshaped with an excimer laser.Offered
SMILEA femtosecond laser cuts a small lens-shaped piece of corneal tissue, which the surgeon removes through a short incision.Not listed
EVO ICLAn implantable collamer lens is placed inside the eye, behind the iris and in front of the natural lens.Offered
Refractive lens exchangeThe natural lens is replaced with an artificial intraocular lens, using the same technique as cataract surgery.Offered

Who are the surgeons at Bowden Eye & Associates?

Bowden Eye & Associates has 3 doctors on record. 2 are verified in the federal NPI registry as ophthalmologists practising in Florida. NPI verification confirms identity and specialty. Licence status sits with the Florida medical board.

Doctors at Bowden Eye & Associates
NameNPI statusSpecialtyNPI number
Frank Bowden, MD✓ VerifiedOphthalmology1952302523
Janet Betchkal, MD✓ VerifiedOphthalmology1700881976
Breno Da RochaNot verified

Optometrists at this practice, who provide eye exams and aftercare and do not perform surgery: Jerry Robben, Thara Abu-Mallouh.

What laser technology does Bowden Eye & Associates use?

Implantable lens
EVO ICL

A lens placed inside the eye without removing the natural lens.

Diagnostics
OCT

Corneal mapping and imaging used for screening and treatment planning.

What do patients say about Bowden Eye & Associates?

4.7
Google rating · 1,400 reviews across 2 offices
  • Reviewers appreciate the thoroughness and professionalism of the medical staff.
  • Several reviewers mention that the clinical team is friendly and attentive during appointments.
  • One reviewer reports significant dissatisfaction with long wait times at the office.
5.0 · Mary Aguilera · Bowden Eye & Associates3 months ago

Excellent service! The technician who performed my refraction and exams was incredibly kind. She treated me with great care and attentiveness, addressing all my concerns with kindness and dedication. The specialist doctor was very special, kind, ethical, and highly professional. He treated me with great care, and the exam and communication were excellent. It's a shame I didn't memorize their names because I speak Spanish, but I'll never forget their faces. I highly recommend this clinic and would give it 5 stars, but I would give it 10 because they ...

5.0 · Susan Revels · Bowden Eye & Associates2 months ago

Bowden’s Eye & Associates was over the top. Everyone that I had contact with was friendly, answered all my questions and just made feel good about making the decision to come to them for my eye care. The Doctor and his staff were very thorough. One of the best eye checkups I have had in a long time. Dr. went over everything, referred me to a retina specialist, made an appointment to return for another procedure that I will have done at their clinic. I felt at ease about all my concerns. Thank you for taking such good care of eyes. You know that ...

1.0 · L · Bowden Eye & Associates4 weeks ago

I have been going here through necessity for a year. Although Dr Bowden is great and thorough I cannot recommend him and regret starting with him. I have never waited less than 2 hours and most often it’s 4-6! Can you ever, ever imagine the disrespect for someone’s time? It’s so awful and I’m one inevitably surrounded by elderly people waiting so patiently while being forced to sit for hours on end watching Steve Harvey in uncomfortable chairs. It borders on elderly abuse! It’s inexplicable and unconscionable to treat anyone this way, let alone ...

5.0 · Mario J · Bowden Eye & Associates2 months ago

I consider this large vision center a find! For the care of my eyes I wouldn’t go anywhere else. It was only my first visit and I was so impressed! The young lady optometrist was as thorough and pleasant as you can be, and so was Dr Robben, who explained my options thoroughly. This is a place where professionalism, empathy and friendliness are very evident.

5.0 · Kathy Guart · Bowden Eye & Associates4 months ago

Dr. Bowden is exceptionally thorough and highly knowledgeable in the management of cataracts and the treatment of dry eyes; the wait time is well justified by the quality of care and attention he provides. His professionalism is evident and greatly appreciated. However, some of the younger staff would benefit from demonstrating a more personable approach to better align with Dr. Bowden’s high standard of patient care.

5.0 · johnny smith · Bowden Eye & Associates2 months ago

Dear Eye Associates Team, I would like to take a moment to share my appreciation for the excellent care and service I received during my recent visit to your Yellow Bluff Road office. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with professionalism, kindness, and courtesy. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made me feel comfortable throughout my appointment. The doctor and clinical team took the time to answer my questions and ensured that I understood my treatment and care options. It was truly a pleasant experience, and I wanted to recognize the ...

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Where are the Bowden Eye & Associates offices?

Bowden Eye & Associates

7205 Bentley Road
Jacksonville, FL 32256
904-296-0098
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
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Bowden Eye & Associates

12341 Yellow Bluff Road
Jacksonville, FL 32226
904-296-0098
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Directions on Google Maps →

Questions about Bowden Eye & Associates

Does Bowden Eye & Associates publish its LASIK price?

No. Bowden Eye & Associates does not publish a per-eye LASIK price. A quote means booking a consultation.

Who are the LASIK surgeons at Bowden Eye & Associates?

Bowden Eye & Associates has 3 doctors on record: Frank Bowden, Janet Betchkal and Breno Da Rocha. 2 are verified as ophthalmologists in the federal NPI registry. Ask which surgeon would treat you, and check that surgeon's licence with the Florida medical board.

How is Bowden Eye & Associates rated?

Bowden Eye & Associates has a Google rating of 4.7 from 1,400 reviews across its 2 offices and an Index score of 7.3 out of 10, which ranks it 4th of 10 LASIK practices in Jacksonville.

Index score 7.3 / 10: google reputation, weighted by review count 4/5 · names its surgeons 0.75/0.75 · surgeon matched to the federal npi registry 0.75/0.75 · states procedures beyond lasik 0.75/1 · names its laser or diagnostic platforms 0.5/0.5 · hours and contact details on public record 0.5/0.5. Data verified . Sources and methodology