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Dr. Shelly Hayes, OD

Dr. Shelly Hayes, OD

Optometry

Dr. Shelly Hayes, OD is an optometrist in Stafford, VA. She is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 48 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (48 reviews)

SIEHT – Stafford

450 Garrisonville Rd Ste 107 Stafford, VA 22554
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Dr. Hayes' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hayes

4.7
48 ratings, 45 with a written review
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No longer feel safe or comfortable
I went to the office 17 Aug 22 for my annual checkup. There is a new check in process on a machine that I do not like. All the technicians are still wearing masks and masks are still required to enter the office, which was fine, however, the technician that did my preliminary exam DID NOT wear gloves and touched my skin with her BARE HANDS to hold my eyes open to put in numbing drops and then drops to dilate my eyes. She was very rough and her hand slipped at one point so she pulled open my right eye again. All of that was not necessary and I have never been grabbed like that before. I should have said something at the time, but I was just so shocked that she touched me without gloves. By the time I got home my right eye was in pain and there was a bump on my lower lid. The pain got worse and by the next day my lower eye lid was red, the bump was larger, and under my eye was swollen. I went back to the office 19 Aug 22. Had an infection. More to say-out of characters.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Long wait times
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Thersea Copeland – Sep 09, 2022
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Horrible eye doctor
Couldn’t give me a prescription that I needed then blamed the prescription lenses on the optician. Talked over me and led me out of the room when she heard how much I was dissatisfied with the prescription. I will NEVER go back to that office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Becky Hubbard – Jul 14, 2022
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Dr. Hayes is compassionate, and is very nice to her patients.
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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Jul 07, 2022
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Wonderful Experience
My visit with Dr. Hayes's went very well. I have no complaint, she takes time to explain what the exam show's. And is patient with you,and takes time to answer all your questions. The staff is so caring and polite! I would recommend Dr. Hayes's to anyone looking for a excellent eye doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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P. Washington – May 21, 2022
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Outstanding visit
Very professional
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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Paul Roy – May 21, 2022
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eye exam
Dr. Hayes has been my eye doctor for the the past 4 years I appreciate her explanations when we're doing our exams and I like the the way she does business and I would highly recommend her in a second
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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Max Sammons – Apr 26, 2022
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Very pleased with the doctor. This was my first visit to get established with a local eye doctor. She was professional, engaged and informative. I will return for future visits.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 19, 2022
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Friendly
Dr Hayes was wonderful very friendly and down to earth, explained exactly what she was doing during the examination.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 09, 2022
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The staff was very professional and thorough. Dr. Hayes gave me a good run down of my current sight and some outlook on the future after cataract surgery.
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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Tim Haddix – Jan 22, 2022
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Dr Hayes made my eye visit pleasant with her wit and professional expertise. She patiently explained what was and is my eye status. Five stars plus for my experience with eye care from Dr Hayes
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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Dennis – Jan 12, 2022
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Dr. Hayes was very personable and professional. I appreciated her straight to the point approach and still giving me time to ask questions.
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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Jim – Dec 09, 2021
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She was extremely well informed and I felt that I finally found someone who could solve my eye infection. Very professional as well as personable.
What went well
  • 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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Patty Efthemes – Dec 03, 2021
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Even though sometimes I’m probably a not-so-fun patient as I have issues in having contacts fitted, Dr. Hayes is always so patient, thorough and efficient. She even made a comment regarding “enjoying the challenge.” What an attitude to have these days when frequently Doctors’ offices feel like a patient mill of “get you in and out just as fast as possible” and often leave you to deal with the insurance debacle afterwards. This is why I keep coming back! Call me a happy frequent flyer.
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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Nov 10, 2021
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I have seen Dr. Hayes a few times at Sieht practice. She explains things carefully and is willing to answer any questions. Dr Hayes described my upcoming cataract surgery and what to expect from the consultation that will be set up before the procedure. I have no problem asking for her at this busy practice.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Annie Mason – Nov 05, 2021
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I had an excellent visit with Dr. Hayes. She is very informative and she discusses every process that she is doing to the patient with understanding. I would highly recommend her 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
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Sep 25, 2021
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I wanted to see the doctor who did my cataract surgery because I am again seeing “halos “. I wasn’t allowed to do that without seeing Dr Hayes first. She only had one technician, so she was running 30 minutes late. The technician did testing and put in drops. Dr Hayes came in, looked briefly, and said I needed to see the other doctor. I already knew that! I couldn’t get an appointment for two months. I had also asked about dry eyes; I signed a form to guarantee payment. However, she did nothing about it’s done just sent me on my way.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 18, 2021
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Dr. Hayes takes her time and listens. She is very thorough!
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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Aug 04, 2021
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Ms. Hayes, I would like to thank You for Your kind and comforting concern for my vision.I was quite concerned about my vision, but left feeling eased. I would with recommend your services to all my friends.Again I Thank You
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Linda Rollins – Jul 11, 2021
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Dr. Hayes was very informative with the procedure. A professional in her field.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Jo – Jun 23, 2021
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All went well as expected…
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Jun 16, 2021
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Dr. Shelly Hayes, OD is an optometrist in Stafford, VA. She is accepting new patients.
  • Optometry

  • English

  • Spanish

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    SIEHT – Stafford

    SIEHT – Stafford450 Garrisonville Rd Ste 107 Stafford, VA 22554
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