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Just happened to me. First time ever.

Had an appointment this afternoon just to see if my prescription was still the same before I had my scratched lenses replaced. First thing they do is hand me a clipboard with forms to fill out, one of which was a consent to have my eyes dilated for a health exam. I explained to the receptionist that I was just there to have my prescription checked, and that I had an ophthalmologist that I see semi regularly for eye health exams. The receptionist explained that their optometrist insists on a full eye exam, and that requires dilation. I said I'd agree to it, but only from a newly opened bottle (I was always polite, calm, and friendly in demeanor). She said she'd speak to the doctor about that.

Doctor comes out, a Dr. Patel. She invites me in, and I can see she has a major attitude on. Her demeanor was quite annoyed. You could hear it in her voice and see it in her body language. I tried to counter this by being extra courteous and calm with her, but to no avail.

She continued to amp up the attitude, gave me a long angry lecture about why she needs to do a health exam that involves dilation. I assured her that would be fine, as long as she has a new, unopened, bottle of the drops. She said she did (and actually shows it to me, with the seal in place). I told her that there was no problem then, and I would agree to the exam. She then tells me she feels uncomfortable examining me, and would like me to leave and go elsewhere.

This was actually a relief, since the idea of having someone with an angry attitude working with me on something this important didn't particularly appeal to me. I informed the staff outside (very friendly folks), as I left, that I had been booted. They knew, as they overheard the whole thing, as the door was open.

Boy, it's sure gotten complicated getting an exam for new eyeglass lenses lately.

I just can’t see how that could happen

What were you wearing?

I see what you did did there.

It’s a clown world and customer service is a thing of the past. Since the Scamdemic businesses think THEY are doing us a favor by selling their goods and services to us…..oh and don’t forget that everyone expects a tip now too. 😂

My brother got to the point in his old construction and remodel business to politely decline any and ALL work from certain people and the “Patels” were at the top of the list. Did Dothead Patel have a jar in reception or a place on the forms where you were expected to tip her?

🤣

Fug the bitch

20/20 hindsight

…something see-thru and sexy.

Went to the eye doc the other day… they are still wearing paper masks and ask me if I had one. Nope, I was advised I needed one, told her those paper ones are junk and don’t work and they didn’t say a word. I never wore one the entire time… I could feel the holes from their eyes burning threw me… lol. [bleep] em.

It's on my Bucket List of things to do.

Wrong day of the month?

I’d go to the 711 and give her a proper scolding

Not following. Is there a site called 711 for rating local businesses?

Be sure to ask for a letter documenting the dismissal. She’s legally required to provide you an explanation. Make her do the work.

What’s the significance of a new, unopened bottle of dilation drops?

Well, off to Google reviews with her!

I'm having some adventures with my lens implant right now. My specialist at the teaching hospital who, theoretically, is in charge of my care is supposed to call my local doc back "in the next few days". I asked my local eye-smith if the dam eye has to fall out for it to be worth a phone call back..... I'm not amused.

You just didn't see eye to eye.

"Patel" owners of convenience stores

Old guys are TFF.



Old male version of a Karen. LOL