Mayo Clinic Health System
Ophthalmology & Optometry • Austin, MN
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Last gathered July 11, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
About
Ophthalmology & Optometry (Eyes) in Austin, Minnesota, is a Mayo Clinic Health System clinic offering comprehensive eye care from board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists. Services include routine and specialized eye exams, contact lens fitting, treatment for eye infections and diseases like glaucoma and cataracts, and minimally invasive surgical procedures including laser-assisted cataract surgery and laser surgery for diabetes and retinal problems.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Billing and payments, Financial assistance option(s) for those in need
Languages Spoken
FAQs
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What should I bring for my first appointment?
For your first appointment, bring your current prescription information or medical records from non-Mayo Clinic Health System facilities. Complete a medical records release form to authorize the transfer of health records from another health care facility to us. Visit our Medical Record Forms page for this form and other forms in multiple languages.
What are my payment options, and do you offer financial assistance?
Visit the billing page of your preferred location for information on insurance, billing and payments. We serve patients in difficult financial circumstances and offer financial assistance to those with an established need to receive medically necessary services.
Can you provide a second opinion?
Yes — call the appointment number at your preferred eye care location.
Do you have an after-hours number in case of emergency?
Always call 911 in case of emergency. For after-hours help with other issues, review our convenient care options.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Google, Birdeye, Zocdoc, Healthgrades, Vitals, WebMD: generally high ratings, often between 4.0 and 4.9 stars across various platforms (varies by practice, ranging from fewer than 10 to over 2,600 reviews per location)
Patients praise
- knowledgeable and thorough medical care
- effective surgical outcomes, particularly for LASIK and cataracts
- friendly, professional, and efficient staff interactions
- clear and compassionate communication with patients
- convenient appointment scheduling and efficient office workflows
Common complaints
- long wait times and appointment delays
- perceived poor customer service or rudeness from staff and doctors
- errors in prescription accuracy
- lack of clear communication regarding diagnoses or treatment plans
- dissatisfaction with billing or insurance handling policies
"Seriously, these people have absolutely no respect For other people's time! Every single appointment we have had with them they've been almost an hour late!"
- Yelp user review of Austin Eye"Dr. Nixon, however came in and spent about 4-5 minutes telling me what I did not have,, but that I would slowly loose my eyesight... He never actually told me what I had, just told me what I didn't have."
- Birdeye user review of Austin Retina Associates"Great staff and doctor! Everyone there was professional and friendly, explaining everything as we went. I appreciated not having to get my pupils dilated for the appointment."
- Zocdoc user review of Dr. Carlos LiranzoSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- ATX Optometry: Your Expert Eye Doctor in Austin, TX - Nov 3, 2025
- Lake Austin Eye – Your Vision. Your Life. - Oct 3, 2025
- Katherine Elkins, OD - Austin Eye - May 20, 2026
- EyeTech: Eye Doctors in Escarpment Village - Jul 1, 2026
- Westlake Eye Specialists: Cataract Surgeon Austin | LASIK Surgery - Sep 11, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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