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Dr. Neal Athwal, OD

Dr. Neal Athwal, OD

Optometry

Dr. Neal Athwal, OD is an optometrist in Toms River, NJ. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 5 Star Rating (33 reviews)

SightMD New Jersey

14 Mule Rd Ste 1 Toms River, NJ 08755
(732) 286-0900
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Dr. Athwal's Reviews

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5.0
33 ratings, 32 with a written review
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Very good
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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Mike D. – Jan 10, 2025
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Positive
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 01, 2025
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Dr. Neal takes his time with you and explains everything
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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Walter S. – Nov 07, 2024
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Listened, went over treatment plan
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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Mary L. L. – Oct 25, 2024
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Wonderful provider. Through exam, listens to my thoughts and concerns
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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Valerie M. – Oct 10, 2024
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Dr Neal is great . He is very caring and explains things clearly
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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Carol B. – Apr 25, 2024
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Very helpful & very professional services! I have been with them for many years! For me they best eyes doctor I ever been too!
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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R. H. – Feb 06, 2024
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Very good
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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Robert W. – Jan 04, 2024
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Is always very careful about checking the old records with new findings. Make sure that there is nothing that has changed. Does a good job and put you at ease
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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Hermine B. – Aug 31, 2023
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Professional and clear explanation
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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Aug 14, 2023
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Contacts
Dr. Neal did an amazing job fitting my contact lenses and was very approachable during my visit. Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking!
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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Feb 23, 2023
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Helped with post surgery healing
Dr. Athwal has gone above and beyond in helping me with some abnormal recovery post my prk surgery. He is very communicative and has helped identified problems promptly. Can’t recommend enough!
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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Jaap C – Feb 23, 2023
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A Real Gem of a Provider
Dr. Neal is a cordial and professional individual who takes time with each patient to explain and help. Never rushed, yet keeps to his appointment times. I have a condition that he is able to help with and does so in a most caring way. Also answers questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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JAG – Jan 18, 2023
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Was very good
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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Dharmishta J. – Sep 29, 2022
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Terrific staff-Holly and Jennifer caring and dr Neal is excellent
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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John M. – Sep 28, 2022
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Everything from scheduling to the visit was done efficiently and with a smile. Everyone was knowledgeable and attentive and Dr. Athwal is an excellent optical health care provider.
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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Michelle V. H. – Sep 03, 2022
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Very kind and patient
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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Linda N. – Aug 24, 2022
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Dr Neal, What an amazing doctor. His charm and his time was impressive I have work with his father before 10 years ago. It was my first time meeting his son in the practice. He spends time with compassion you can see he's passionate about what he does. Thank you Dr Neil for your time and I'm impressed with you as a person and a human being. Very grateful for meeting you. I Feel Like We Are Family I've been with your practice for many years. Thank you again to you and your family for your concern and my eye Healthcare. Mark B. Retacco Jesus I Trust In You.
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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Mark . B. R. . J. I. T. I. Y. – Aug 14, 2022
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Took care of my needs. Listened to what I had to say! Very nice!
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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Angela C. – Aug 02, 2022
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DR. NEIL IS EXCELLANT I HAVE ALL MY APPOINTMENTS WITH HIM AND COULD NOT BE MORE SATISFIED
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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David D. – Jul 21, 2022
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Neal Athwal is a highly skilled and well-rounded optometrist.

biography

Dr. Neal Athwal is a highly skilled and well-rounded optometrist. He is experienced in providing specialty contact lens fittings, treating dry eye, prescribing prism for diplopia, performing pediatric exams, and is able to fulfill any routine eye...read more

  • Optometry

  • Lehigh University

    Undergraduate School

  • New England College Of Optometry

Patient Favorite Award

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    Locations

    SightMD New Jersey

    SightMD New Jersey14 Mule Rd Ste 1 Toms River, NJ 08755
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      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 6:30pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
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