What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.75
Average wait time
4.68
Bedside manner
5.00
“It’s my first visit to this doctor and the doctor is great person and very pleasant to talk to and she did professional care for me the staff weyv helpful and nice people with fast and great service I highly recommend them all to anyone who needs help for his health ”
Michael Abdullah A.March 5, 2026
“Great experience from beginning to end, was seen on time and felt heard about the reasons for my visit ”
Lorraine A.January 18, 2026
About Dr. Alyson Escalona
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Welcome to Bergen Optometry, where Dr. Alyson Escalona, O.D., provides compassionate, comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages. Dr. Escalona is a board-certified optometrist who earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. She completed her clinical training at West Point Military Hospital, Hudson Valley Veterans Hospital, and several private practices in New Jersey, building a strong foundation in comprehensive eye care and ocular disease management.
Dr. Escalona is dedicated to enhancing her patients’ quality of life through exceptional eye care, with a special interest in treating dry eye disease. She combines advanced diagnostic technology—such as meibography and topography—with customized care plans to restore visual comfort and clarity.
Fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Escalona ensures every patient feels heard, respected, and well-cared-for. She manages a wide range of ocular health conditions, including anterior segment diseases, and prescribes both glasses and contact lenses tailored to your unique lifestyle and vision needs.
At Bergen Optometry in Hackensack, NJ, Dr. Escalona and our friendly team of professionals are committed to providing high-quality care in a welcoming and informative environment. Whether you're due for a routine exam or need support managing a chronic condition, Dr. Escalona looks forward to partnering with you on your journey to optimal eye health.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Salus University, Doctor of Optometry
- Rutgers University–New Brunswick (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Optometry
- New Jersey Society of Optometric Physicians
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1962989632
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.75
Wait time
4.68
Bedside manner
5.00
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Great experience from beginning to end, was seen on time and felt heard about the reasons for my visit
January 18, 2026Lorraine A.Verified patient
The doctor was very nice! She was clear explaining all, the procedures. Nice energy and enthusiastic ***** :)
Less than 1 year agoES
My visit was very pleasant. Doctor and staff were helpful and friendly had a good experience. Thank you.
Less than 1 year agoMA
It was great. A bit of a long wait to see doctor after Mr. drops. But overall great.
Less than 1 year agoGG
Dr. Escalona was really nice and professional, I would definitely go to her again.
Less than 1 year agoMB
Thorough, professional. Dr. Escalona instilled confidence, and expertise.
Less than 1 year agoCR
Very easy and everyone was very helpful. Answered questions that I had.
Less than 1 year agoDA
It was an enjoyable experience and I will be using them in the future!
August 14, 2025Claire A.Verified patient
It was very productive and quick Got everything explained to me!
Less than 1 year agoLS
Very nice. Helpful! They have super new equipmenta as well.
August 7, 2025Abulitifu Z.Verified patient
It’s my first visit to this doctor and the doctor is great person and very pleasant to talk to and she did professional care for me the staff weyv helpful and nice people with fast and great service I highly recommend them all to anyone who needs help for his health
March 5, 2026Michael Abdullah A.Verified patient
It was my first time coming to this location. I was taken in right away. The staff was very friendly and helpful with any questions I had. Eliana helped me with picking frames and getting frames I had sent out for my prescription. I would absolutely recommend anyone in need of an eye exam to come to this location!
January 16, 2026Brandon L.Verified patient
Great, quick and easy, No complaints.
December 10, 2025Fausto G.Verified patient
Experience was great exc too long
October 22, 2025Karen M.Verified patient
Good visit , very kind and communitive.
Less than 1 year agoCB
Very pleasant & professional.
Less than 1 year agoFC
Thorough and helpful.
Less than 1 year agoEL
Helpful and thorough.
Less than 1 year agoPG
Very quick, very professional, very friendly.
Less than 1 year agoSM
Awesome.
Less than 1 year agoNM
Visit was great very professional.
Less than 1 year agoJC
Very satisfied. She was very through and patient appreciated her detailed explanation and providing different samples to find perfect lens for my eyes.
Less than 1 year agoPS
She is amazing and above.
Less than 1 year agoMA
Great first visit.
Less than 1 year agoCJ
Very good.
Less than 1 year agoEM
It was great.
Less than 1 year agoEB
Very friendly staff and very clean office. You can tell they have a good system in place to get customers seen fairly quickly. The doctor was very nice and very helpful explaining everything she was doing and going over any concerns I had.
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What practice does Dr. Alyson Escalona work with?
Dr. Alyson Escalona works with Bergen Optometry.
Where is Dr. Alyson Escalona's office located?
Dr. Alyson Escalona's office is located at 348 Main St, Hackensack, NJ 07601.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Alyson Escalona?
Dr. Alyson Escalona frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eye Infection, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Alyson Escalona on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Alyson Escalona speak?
Dr. Alyson Escalona speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Dr. Alyson Escalona in reviews?
51 patients have reviewed Dr. Alyson Escalona. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.75/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.68/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.