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Dr. Stephen Wahl, MD

Dr. Stephen Wahl, MD

Ophthalmology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Wahl, MD is an ophthalmologist in Sarasota, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1989. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

3920 Bee Ridge Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

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Dr. Wahl's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wahl

3.4
23 ratings, 17 with a written review
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Lack compassion
This doctor lacks compassion, he seems VERY concerned with 'the clock' and not willing to listen to the concernsof the patient. Won't be going back.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 28, 2025
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Excellent!
Dr. Wahl is amazing. I have very difficult glaucoma to treat. He has done surgery and now extensive follow up. He’s the best.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 14, 2024
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I have recommended Dr. Wahl to friends. Over the years I have had care from other ophthalmologists, and I feel totally confident in his care and knowledge. His medical and specialty training are unbeatable.
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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Jan 14, 2022
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He is excellent. I highly recommend Dr. Wahl.
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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Candace Boniface – Jan 12, 2022
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I called to schedule an appointment and was told the office required my credit card on file in case I didn't show up. It is a security issue to leave a credit card on file in an office. Dr. Wahl called and told me it is like a hotel or airline charging if you don't show up. I offered to come in and prepay for my appointment instead of leaving my card on file. Dr would not allow that. I respectfully think medical offices are different from hotels and airlines. There is no airline that keeps my credit card on file.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Sep 02, 2021
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Very thorough and knowledgeable; specializes in complex glaucoma problems and surgeries. Can be a bit abrasive, but folks with serious eye problems are looking for a solution, not a new buddy.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 09, 2021
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I've seen Dr. Wahl four or five times for high pressure. He prescribed drops that lowered the pressure and schedules follow ups at intervals. I think he's an excellent ophthalmologist. He has a nice way of clearly conveying information. His staff is friendly, caring and efficient.
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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Judy – Nov 14, 2019
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very capable and knowledgeable, excellent staff also
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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Gloria B – Oct 08, 2019
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Very good,spent time to investigate the problem
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • 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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FL – Aug 20, 2019
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Exceedingly knowledgeable and caring physician!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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Jennifer in Sarasota, FL – Nov 27, 2018
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I found Dr. Wahl to be very professional, a bottom line person, right up front. He told me exactly what he thought my problem was and what caused it. He was understanding and caring, so confident that it made me feel confident. I usually have a hard time accepting bad news about my eyes. His honesty really helped me to trust. We need more doctors like him.
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
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Virginia Boland in Sarasota, FL – Jun 30, 2018
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MY mother has been a patient of Dr. Wahl's for 10-15 years, tho this is the first time I've met him. I cannot believe how RUDE and UNPROFESSIONAL he was. He embarrassed my 88 year old mother so terribly by how demeaning and rude he was. While she asked him how he was , He never ONCE asked about her health, or why she hadn't been back in 2 years and had been to another dr. out of state (all on record). She kicked cancer's butt, and def doesn't need to come back to this miserable human being
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Mar 30, 2018
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No training in communication or "bed side" manner. If you want a dr. that is rushed, arrogant and makes you feel like you are "bothering" him...this is your guy. One of the worst medical experiences in my life.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Venice, Florida – Mar 13, 2018
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He is an arrogant sob that ruined my life. I wanted a second opinion, and he responded very unprofessionally. His bedside manor is also horrendous.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Feb 18, 2018
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I had a terrible experience with Dr. Wahl. My first and only visit he yelled at me, rushed through the exam and gave me a wrong prescription. When I had glasses made elsewhere, they didn't work. So I paid another doctor to reexamine me to check Wahl's prescription. Wjith this changed prescription, I had to have my glasses redone. Dr. Wahl is a rude and angry man. I later learned from a friend that he yelled at her on her first visit and she never went back either.
What went well
  • Wait times
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
9 others found this helpful
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Sarasota, FL – Aug 20, 2017
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Very outgoing and explained in detail.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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K. Santucci in North Port, Florida – Nov 12, 2016
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Arrogant , seemed like my cataracts were not worth his time !
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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William Martino in North Port, FL 34287 – May 24, 2016
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Dr. Stephen Wahl, MD is an ophthalmologist in Sarasota, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1989. He is accepting new patients.
  • Ophthalmology

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  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Practice

Bee Ridge Vision Center3920 Bee Ridge Rd Sarasota, FL 34233
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Compare with other Ophthalmologists

Compare Dr. Wahl with our nearby Ophthalmologists at HCA Florida Largo Hospital.

Make an appointment at HCA Florida Largo Hospital today at
(727) 440-4823.