Optima Eye – Hayward, California

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Patient rating

Google reviews
4.9 219 reviews

Price transparency

How we score
4/5 out of 5

LASIK Price at Optima Eye

Average Market Price
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Financing & Payment Options:

  • Financing Available
  • FSA Accepted
  • HSA Accepted

Pricing data last verified March 2026

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1237 B St, Hayward, California, 94541

Center Overview

Optima Eye is a LASIK and vision correction center located in Hayward, California. Led by Mark R. Mandel, MD with 41 years of experience and over 90,000 procedures performed.

Overwhelmingly positive reviews praise Dr. Mandel's surgical expertise and the professionalism and care provided by his staff. Patients consistently report excellent vision outcomes and a positive experience throughout the entire process, from initial consultation to post-operative care. While a few reviews mention minor concerns, such as wait times or communication challenges, the vast majority express high satisfaction.

41
Years Experience
90,000+
Procedures
4
Laser Types

Price transparency score

How we score
4/5

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Includes aftercare details
Enhancement policy disclosed
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Surgeon credentials listed

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Center Features

Free Consultation
Wavefront Technology

About this data

Information for Optima Eye is compiled from public listings, provider websites, and direct outreach. Pricing was last verified in March 2026. We recommend confirming details directly with the center before scheduling a consultation.

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Pricing & Coverage

Pricing Details

Price Per Eye
$2,500
Verified 6 times
Prices and promotions are collected through automated systems and may not be entirely accurate. Please confirm final pricing and available offers with the center during consultation.
Budget-Friendly Average Premium
Area Average
$2,500
Based on 0 centers in your area
$208/month
With 24-month financing through CareCredit
FSA/HSA funds can also be used for this procedure

Price History

Price & Promotion History

Mar 23, 2026
Latest check
Contact for pricing
Jun 22, 2025
Previous check
$2,500 per eye
Dec 10, 2024
Previous check
$1,000 - $4,000

What's Included

What's Included

Financing Options

Financing partners:

  • CareCredit
FSA Accepted HSA Accepted

Guarantee Information

Lifetime Guarantee
Not Available

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What This Means

Additional procedures or adjustments after your initial surgery may incur extra costs. We recommend discussing coverage options during your consultation.

Provider Details

Technology & Services

LASIK Technologies
LASIK
PRK
EPI-LASEK
LASEK
Wavefront-Guided Technology
Additional Vision Services
Clear Lens Replacement (CLR) / Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE)
Implantable Contact Lenses (ICL, including EVO ICL)
Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery
Corneal Transplants
Keratoconus Treatment
Dry Eye Treatment
Comprehensive Exams

Surgeon Information

Surgeon Information
Mark R. Mandel, MD
ABO Certified
41 Years of Experience
90,000 Procedures Performed
Board Certified American Board of Ophthalmology

Patient Reviews

Patient Experience

Based on 20 reviews from Google

90.9%
Exceptional

Overwhelmingly positive reviews praise Dr. Mandel's surgical expertise and the professionalism and care provided by his staff. Patients consistently report excellent vision outcomes and a positive experience throughout the entire process, from initial consultation to post-operative care. While a few reviews mention minor concerns, such as wait times or communication challenges, the vast majority express high satisfaction.

Review summaries are auto-generated from public Google reviews and may miss context. See methodology.

Key Strengths

Excellent surgical skills
Professional and caring staff
Positive patient outcomes (improved vision)

Areas for Improvement

Phone system issues
Wait times
Post-operative instructions clarity (one review)

Common Procedures

Cataract surgery
EVO ICL procedure
LASIK surgery

Detailed Impressions

Staff Experience

Highly positive; staff is consistently described as professional, caring, friendly, and helpful.

Facility

Mixed; some reviews mention a chaotic phone system and older facilities, while others do not mention these aspects.

Typical Outcomes

Significant improvement in vision, often resulting in independence from glasses or contacts. Patients report clear and bright vision after surgery.