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The Eye Institute of West Florida

Ophthalmology • Largo, FL • 1 Largo location (with related nearby locations listed under about site) locations

4.9/5(3,934 reviews)

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Last gathered July 11, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information

Services Offered

  • Comprehensive Eye Care
  • Cataracts
  • Glaucoma
  • Diabetic Eye Exam
  • Dry Eye
  • Cornea
  • Retina/Macular Degeneration
  • LASIK
  • Light Adjustable Lens
  • EVO-ICL
  • Oculoplastics
  • Eye Surgery Center services
  • Pediatric eye care? (not specified)
  • Ophthalmology and Optometry services
  • Optical services

Technology & Equipment

  • Eye surgery center
  • Comprehensive eye care
  • Laser vision correction (LASIK)
  • Light Adjustable Lens
  • EVO-ICL
  • Glaucoma treatment
  • Retina/Macular treatment
  • Cataract treatment and surgery
  • Cornea treatment
  • Oculoplastics

Team

  • Winston T. Cope, MD - M.D.
  • Nora L. Cothran, OD, FAAO - OD, FAAO
  • Neel R. Desai, MD - M.D.
  • Melinda L. Gruszka, OD - OD
  • Samuel A. Gruszka, OD - OD
  • Richard J. Hairston, MD, FACS - M.D.
  • Douglas G. Johnson, OD - OD
  • Leonard S. Kirsch, MD - M.D.
  • Jill M. Marrotte, OD - OD
  • Priti B. Panchal, OD - OD
  • Joshua R. Roe, MD - M.D.
  • Mary Lou Smith, OD - OD
  • Aodhan J. Smith, PA-C - PA-C
  • Robert J. Weinstock, MD - M.D.

Insurance & Payment

  • Most insurances accepted
  • Most insurances accepted. Please visit our insurance page for more information regarding insurance coverage.

Most insurances accepted. Please visit the insurance page for more information regarding insurance coverage.

Not specified

Financing: Not specified

Savings plan: Not specified

Languages Spoken

  • Not specified

Pricing

  • Not specified

Current Offers

Not specified - Not specified (expires Not specified)

FAQs

Do you accept insurance at Largo location?

Most insurances accepted; refer to insurance page for details.

What are hours of operation?

Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM.

What are the hours of operation?

Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM.

Commitments

  • Not specified

Awards & Accreditations

  • Not specified

Social Media

What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive

  • Healthgrades: 4.8/5 (161)
  • LensCrafters/Largo Family Eyecare: 4.9/5 (3491)
  • Vitals: 4.5/5 (105)
  • Healthgrades: 5.0/5 (38)
  • RateMDs: 4.9/5 (63)
  • Zocdoc: 4.75/5 (76)

Patients praise

  • High level of patient satisfaction for many individual practitioners (frequently rated 4.5+ stars)
  • Doctors noted for being thorough, professional, compassionate, and educational
  • Appreciation for knowledgeable staff and clear communication regarding procedures and insurance

Common complaints

  • Some large practices feel like an assembly line or meat market due to high patient volume
  • Occasional reports of missed diagnoses or dissatisfaction with surgical outcomes
  • Concerns regarding office staff professionalism, rudeness, or communication in certain practices

"Dr Cothran is very professional as well as having excellent doctor to patient rapport. She is a pleasure to be seen by, and she explains everything thoroughly."

- Healthgrades (Dr. Nora Cothran)

"Seriously the best. 13 years seeing him, and I'll continue to see him. I driver over an hour each way currently to continue to be seen. A++, no one better."

- RateMDs (Dr. Jeffery D. LaPlume)

"First visit was good and I gave him glowing review. BIG MISTAKE! Had numerous imaging tests over course of a year yet he and his retina specialist ... missed my most serious eye condition..."

- Vitals (Dr. John L. Michaelos)

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.

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