Eye Doctors and Surgeons of Louisville, KY
Located near downtown Louisville, KY in Butchertown, discover why we have more 5-star ratings than any other LASIK facility in Louisville.
Located Near Downtown Louisville, KY in Butchertown
1536 Story Ave
Louisville, KY 40206
Call (502) 589-1500
Medical emergency answering service 24/7
Office hours:
Mon – Fri: 7:40 AM – 5 PM EST
Sat – Sun: Closed
Exam hours:
Mon – Fri: 7:50 AM – 4:15 PM EST
Sat – Sun: Closed
Our Services Cover a Broad Spectrum of Eye Care Needs
See What Our Patients Are Saying
Carol Block
11:53 09 Jan 26
I saw Dr Pattar and was so happy to meet him. I have had cornea transplants and lasik over the transplants and have TED. I tried tepezxa for the Ted and it made everything worse. Dr Pattar was kind and knew all of my history when we met and gave me hope that my vision will be normalized. Love this place and so blessed that I found them and Dr Pattar
John Milslagle
01:25 09 Jan 26
I recently had cataract removal surgery on both eyes through Dr. G. Pattar and his wonderful team. I was treated with respect and genuine care by the team, and Dr. Pattar provided top-drawer surgical support.
My sincere thanks to everyone at the Eye Care Institute for a wonderful experience.
John Milslagle
My sincere thanks to everyone at the Eye Care Institute for a wonderful experience.
John Milslagle
Vicky Nugent
16:58 31 Dec 25
I've been seeing Dr. Meyer and his associates for almost 20 years. They take great care of me. Today I met Dr. Hayley Woods, who squeezed me in last-minute for an eyelid issue. She and her team were on point and I was in and out quickly with prescription. Amazing people.
Joy Mckinley
19:42 23 Dec 25
I have Macular Degeneration inherited from my dear sweet Mother. Dr Pattar had been giving me shots for the last 4 months and I can’t tell you enough about what a great Doctor he is. Always in a great mood and patient and very kind. Goes out of his way to care for you such as calling me early on a Saturday morning and finding a pharmacy that had the medicine I needed. But I believe that is his nurturing personality and he places your needs above his own. I find him to be a very kind and special Doctor.
Jonathan Gregory
20:49 19 Dec 25
I've been going here for a couple of decades and would not go anywhere else. Dr. Pattar is absolutely wonderful and is so personable. He really takes his time with each patient and is very attentive. Highly recommend this practice!
Terry Mc
14:49 10 Dec 25
The intake lady who prepared me for my doctor visit was wonderful and my doc is the best. I will say that the person with red hair who checked me out was, a little unfriendly, and had an unsettling behavior/response to questions and inquiries (Can I have a receipt?). It seemed to make her upset. I hope this was rare for her and that she has better days as a customer service representative for Eye Care.
Charlie Dittmeier
20:31 09 Dec 25
• The young woman who took the medical history and did the acuity test and OCT was the best I have ever experienced.
• The young woman who did the preparation for the injections was very good.
• The handwriting on the appointment cards was partially illegible and there seems to be confusion on the dates that I will need to check.
• Dr. Pattar is the best eye doctor I have worked with. Professional, competent, personal.
• The young woman who did the preparation for the injections was very good.
• The handwriting on the appointment cards was partially illegible and there seems to be confusion on the dates that I will need to check.
• Dr. Pattar is the best eye doctor I have worked with. Professional, competent, personal.
Kelly Hartlage Huncilman
20:11 06 Dec 25
Dr McIntire is the best with dry eye issues as well as everything else! I have followed her from her previous practice even though I live in Indiana. The staff is very thorough and personable. Not one single issue ever!! Great place to take care of all your eye care needs!
Ame Farris
01:11 02 Dec 25
Have been going here for years. I wasn’t too impressed with the previous Doctor that I was seeing, so I considered changing practices. I called for an appointment and asked if I could see a different doctor, and they were happy to accommodate. I didn’t ask for anyone particular, - to my surprise I had one of the kindest, sincere doctors I’ve ever met. Dr. McEntire, actually asked me questions, gave me suggestions and cared. Before it was as if I was just a box being checked. Nicole in contacts and Courtney in eyewear were just as kind as well! Then Hailey when I was checking out. It was a great visit start to finish!
Carol Luthi
00:55 23 Nov 25
The staff is very attentive and helpful. This was the most thorough eye exam I’ve ever experienced, doctor was knowledgeable and informative. They found an issue that had been overlooked by another eye group. Thank you for your excellent service.
William Conner
14:53 10 Nov 25
You owe it to yourself to visit this wonderful place. Everyone, and I do mean everyone, is friendly, professional and demonstrate true commitment to your eye health. I know what you're thinking, they have to do those things to stay in business. I have lived in many places across this country and even overseas. The Eye Care Institute is without equal. I feel connected with each person I've had the great fortune to meet. It's reassuring to know, the precious gift of vision is in the best hands possible.
Carmyn Wethington
00:51 21 Oct 25
I don’t typically write reviews, but my extraordinary experience with Eye Care institute compelled me. I honestly didn’t think this level of competence and human-centered care still existed—but the Eye Care Institute has proven it time and time again.
I came to them for a second opinion after a rushed LASIK consultation at LasikPlus, where I was “approved” in minutes and quoted double the cost. Something didn’t feel right, so I scheduled another consultation with the Eye Care Institute—and I’m grateful I did.
Dr. Pattar was fantastic. He looked deeper at my results and explained that I did NOT qualify for LASIK due to a corneal defect. Instead of pushing a procedure, he gave me real medical insight, laid out my options, and even prescribed eye drops to see if my results could improve over time.
Amber, my LASIK technician, was equally exceptional. She’s incredibly knowledgeable and made the process surprisingly enjoyable. I never thought I’d look forward to an eye appointment—but catching up with Amber became the highlight of my visits. She made me feel calm, informed and cared for every step of the way.
That experience was so impressive that I switched my regular eye care to them as well and began seeing Dr. McEntire for general optometry. She is phenomenal—thorough, thoughtful, and down to earth. She asked about my day-to-day life, vision habits and preferences before making recommendations.
And finally, Nicole, the contact lens specialist, was human sunshine and somehow made routine contact ordering one of the best parts of my day.
After more than five visits with different specialists across the practice, one thing is crystal clear: this is not a one-off experience—this is their standard.
I came to them for a second opinion after a rushed LASIK consultation at LasikPlus, where I was “approved” in minutes and quoted double the cost. Something didn’t feel right, so I scheduled another consultation with the Eye Care Institute—and I’m grateful I did.
Dr. Pattar was fantastic. He looked deeper at my results and explained that I did NOT qualify for LASIK due to a corneal defect. Instead of pushing a procedure, he gave me real medical insight, laid out my options, and even prescribed eye drops to see if my results could improve over time.
Amber, my LASIK technician, was equally exceptional. She’s incredibly knowledgeable and made the process surprisingly enjoyable. I never thought I’d look forward to an eye appointment—but catching up with Amber became the highlight of my visits. She made me feel calm, informed and cared for every step of the way.
That experience was so impressive that I switched my regular eye care to them as well and began seeing Dr. McEntire for general optometry. She is phenomenal—thorough, thoughtful, and down to earth. She asked about my day-to-day life, vision habits and preferences before making recommendations.
And finally, Nicole, the contact lens specialist, was human sunshine and somehow made routine contact ordering one of the best parts of my day.
After more than five visits with different specialists across the practice, one thing is crystal clear: this is not a one-off experience—this is their standard.
Maurice Zakhir
15:46 17 Oct 25
I can’t recommend this place enough! My only regret is not getting LASIK sooner. From the very first pre-screening to each follow-up appointment, I felt completely comfortable and cared for. The entire team is professional, kind, and genuinely focused on their patients’ well-being.
Dr. Pattar is an exceptional surgeon—calm, precise, and incredibly reassuring throughout the entire process. He explained everything clearly, answered all my questions, and made me feel confident every step of the way. The results have been life-changing, and I’m so grateful for the amazing care I received.
Dr. Pattar is an exceptional surgeon—calm, precise, and incredibly reassuring throughout the entire process. He explained everything clearly, answered all my questions, and made me feel confident every step of the way. The results have been life-changing, and I’m so grateful for the amazing care I received.
Lilian Ehrgott
15:23 30 Jan 25
Everyone is friendly and knowledgeable! Great experience
Jim Bickley
02:49 30 Jan 25
I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for the exceptional care and professionalism during my visit to the Eye Care institute in Louisville Kentucky today. Their attentive service made all the difference.
Barry McClain
16:03 23 Jan 25
I’ve been a patient here many years. The staff are friendly and the doctors are very knowledgeable.
Pamela King
01:10 14 Jan 25
The assistant who did the initial eye tests was awesome. Very friendly, yet very thorough and professional. Dr Green was also excellent at explanation and information. I never felt rushed or like I was on an eye care assembly line.
Kasey Brady
16:32 10 Jan 25
As always, it was a very pleasant experience. This is by far the best ophthalmologist office I’ve been to. Very friendly competent and professional. Special thanks to Amber. Her friendliness and attention to my needs were outstanding. Many thanks to Dr. Greene.
Joanna Meyer
23:09 12 Dec 24
I have been going to the Eye Care Institute for 17+ years, and I couldn’t imagine going anywhere else! The entire end to end experience - from booking to check in to the different stages of the appointment to the check out process. The entire staff is incredible. Dr. Woodruff is amazing, Nicole runs the contact lens department like the best well oiled machine in the most thoughtful, caring way. Thank you everyone at the Eye Institute: you make every visit the best!
Stephanie Greathouse
13:05 18 Oct 24
This place is wonderful. Very efficient, nice atmosphere, courteous staff and an excellent location. The check-in prices is so fast and easy. Dr. Meyers is amazing. They are on the fore-front of all the newest techniques and procedures including some of the latest innovations. There are many trials that are cutting edge. I highly recommend The Eye Care Institute.
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1536 Story Ave, Louisville, KY 40206