What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.96
Average wait time
4.97
Bedside manner
5.00
“Dr. Lay was great, super friendly, talkative, and informative about my eye health. Ty was also great and very informative when it came to insurance coverage and glasses recommendations. Overall, it was a great experience.”
Leslie G.March 6, 2026
“The doctor was really sweet and I appreciated the level of care I got! I know people get apples for teachers but what do we get for eye doctors? Carrots? ”
Chima A.Less than 1 year ago
About Dr. Amanda Lay
Dr. Amanda Lay is an optometrist who provides primary vision and eye health care to individuals of all ages. She sees patients at MyEyeDr. in Chicago, IL.
Dr. Lay can address vision problems like nearsightedness and astigmatism, and help manage eye diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts. She also prescribes corrective lenses, such as glasses and contact lenses, and provides guidance on vision care practices.
Dr. Lay earned her bachelor's degree from Liberal Arts and her doctorate in optometry from Illinois College of Optometry.
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Education and background
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Education and training
- Illinois College of Optometry, Doctor of Optometry
- Liberal Arts (Bachelor's)
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1780467225
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
4.96
Wait time
4.97
Bedside manner
5.00
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Everyone was super friendly and personable! The appointment was quick but thorough. Would highly recommend!
May 21, 2025Rachel L.Verified patient
Dr. Lay was great! She was very thorough and took the time to explain everything to me. Definitely going to see her again!
More than 1 year agoAM
Dr Lay was super friendly & made my first trip back into the eye doctor for awhile, a breeze! Highly recommend!!
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Kind service with very good conversation. Easily understood my needs during the examination.
More than 1 year agoBL
The experience was efficient and educational. She was thorough and helpful
June 12, 2024Tonantzin G.Verified patient
Dr Lay is the best. She is lovely and very thorough.
More than 1 year agoAM
Dr. Lay was great, super friendly, talkative, and informative about my eye health. Ty was also great and very informative when it came to insurance coverage and glasses recommendations. Overall, it was a great experience.
March 6, 2026Leslie G.Verified patient
The doctor was really sweet and I appreciated the level of care I got! I know people get apples for teachers but what do we get for eye doctors? Carrots?
Less than 1 year agoChima A.Verified patient
Yes I would go back
July 10, 2025Louie M.Verified patient
Great doctor. Very nice.
March 4, 2025Initials hidden
Pretty cut and dry eye doctors appointment, I’ve worn glasses and contacts for years so I’m pretty familiar with the process. The doctor listened to my concerns and addressed everything clearly, and was able to access me quickly. I was also able to pick out cute glasses right after the assessment which was nice!
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Everyone was so friendly and kind! The atmosphere was wonderful and welcoming and I will definitely be returning for follow up appointments
November 25, 2024Garbaciak M.Verified patient
Great experience here!
November 18, 2024Jennifer Z.Verified patient
Warm, friendly, and knowledgeable. Recommended!
July 25, 2024Marnie G.Verified patient
Dr. Lay is an exceptional optometrist who truly cares about her patients’ eye health. I was impressed with her thoroughness during my recent visit. She took the time to explain each step of the exam process and answered all my questions with patience and expertise. Her attention to detail is remarkable, and she made me feel so comfortable during the entire appointment. I highly recommend Dr. Lay for anyone seeking top-notch eye care!
More than 1 year agoSS
She literally answered all my questions and was very respectful! I will be coming back here again next year due the amazing service I received.
More than 1 year agoJI
Great experience with Dr Lay and her team. Everyone I worked with was so kind and helpful. They helped me figure out how my insurance worked and helped me pick out some really cute frames. I will definitely be returning next year.
More than 1 year agoMD
My visit with Dr. Kat was so wonderful. I got my eyes refracted and she talked me through the entire process from start to finish. I have a lot of medical anxiety and having that much info about what's going on really helped me to alleviate some of that. She also performed a Tear Care procedure on me since I have incredibly dry eyes and that has helped me tremendously. I have never had something like that done before and I feel like it made such a difference. I would highly recommend her to anyone! I can't wait for my next eye exam!
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What practice does Dr. Amanda Lay work with?
Dr. Amanda Lay works with MyEyeDr..
Where is Dr. Amanda Lay's office located?
Dr. Amanda Lay has 7 office locations, including in Chicago, St John, and Munster, view full addresses on Dr. Lay's profile.
What languages does Dr. Amanda Lay speak?
Dr. Amanda Lay speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Amanda Lay in reviews?
157 patients have reviewed Dr. Amanda Lay. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.96/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.97/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.