What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.92
Average wait time
4.60
Bedside manner
4.97
“Dr. Galina is an excellent and thorough doctor. He is friendly and explains everything well. Always gets my script for contacts right and spot in every time! Highly recommend ”
Kim H.December 5, 2025
“I have always had a positive professional experience with Dr Galina and the support staff. You are treated like family and that is the ultimate expectation.”
Gerald G.November 26, 2025
About Dr. David Galina
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Dr. David Galina graduated with a Doctor of Optometry from Salus University, Pennsylvania College of Optometry, in 1987 and has been in practice for almost 40 years.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Salus University, Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Doctor of Optometry
Professional memberships
- New York State Society of Opticians
- Opticians Association of America
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1881741718
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.92
Wait time
4.60
Bedside manner
4.97
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Cute office. Makes glasses onsite, The Doc is about a 100 miles hour, but everyone else chill.
September 20, 2025Boby F.Verified patient
Very great practice. Highly recommended. Professional and friendly.
March 20, 2026Judith C.Verified patient
prompt, professional, communicated what he was doing, made recommendations, he addressed my concerns and he smiled.
July 20, 2024ANDREA L.Verified patient
Dr Galina was amazing. Gives a very thorough exam. Listens to you very intently and his staff was awesome.
July 1, 2024Neil R.Verified patient
Return patient. Dr Galina is always very professional, friendly and thorough. He has a wonderful staff as well.
December 14, 2023Jenna S.Verified patient
Always on time and overly courteous ,helpful, and knowledgeable of one's needs.
I go even though they are Yankee Fans! LOL
October 26, 2021Paul G.Verified patient
Knowledgeable and friendly staff. Dr. Galina takes the time to answer any questions or clarify any issues during visit.
August 24, 2022Theologia M.Verified patient
Dr. Galina and his staff are wonderful and knowledgeable! We dive 45 minutes just to see them!
October 29, 2024Mary V.Verified patient
My husband and I have been seeing Dr. Galina for many years. He and the entire staff, especially Lou, are excellent.
October 8, 2019Eve T.Verified patient
Dr Galina is a wealth of information. The office and staff are lovely.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Everyone was very nice and helpful. The doctor was very thorough and was great with explaining everything.
January 7, 2023Jennifer B.Verified patient
Dr Galina was very thorough and professional. He did not try to push a product. He had a wonderful manner
September 9, 2022Bernadette M.Verified patient
They were very kind, very professional, very clear on everything. I’m very satisfied with the service.
February 24, 2023Brittanny P.Verified patient
everyone handled distancing well - always professional and friendly - no wasted time as far as I could see!
July 15, 2020Shelagh M.Verified patient
Dr was highly recommended to me and I hope he gets the highest ratings because he is highly qualified
December 3, 2021Susan W.Verified patient
Thumbs up! Great provider. Been going here for years and I am always very satisfied!
November 20, 2023Fredrick H.Verified patient
Dr. Galina has a very pleasant manner and is very thorough. I strongly recommend him.
November 16, 2023Eileen B.Verified patient
I’ve been going To Dr. Galina and his staff for many years…
Wouldn’t go anywhere else .
February 21, 2022Lorraine E.Verified patient
Always a wonderful experience! Best eye doc practice that I’ve been using for many years.
September 18, 2021Peggy F.Verified patient
Very Pleased With the Overall Experience. I would recommend to my friends and family.
March 8, 2022Initials hidden
Excellent service as always.They have a wonderful staff.
Very funny and very patient ??.
More than 1 year agoKaren D.Verified patient
Super nice staff. Answered all of my questions. Easy going appointment.
January 23, 2024Janel M.Verified patient
The best eye care around. I highly recommend Dr. Galina and his wonderful staff.
November 5, 2019Madison F.Verified patient
great doctor. Very thorough and nice. Beautiful office. Staff are great.
June 4, 2022Vanessa P.Verified patient
I always have good experience in this office, I highly recommend it.
June 29, 2021Lourdes F.Verified patient
Dr. Galina gives an extensive and thorough exam. Highly professional!
More than 1 year agoThomas G.Verified patient
Very thorough. Very knowledgeable very friendly and very helpful
October 13, 2022Patricia G.Verified patient
Dr Galina and the entire staff are superb and a pleasure to deal with
More than 1 year agoSM
Never received just a thorough exam! I highly recommend Dr Galina
March 21, 2022Initials hidden
Dr. Galina is thorough and very professional. Thanks!
October 3, 2023Maria Lourdes I.Verified patient
Excellent Dr. was wonderful and the staff is very kind & helpful.
More than 1 year agoDS
Been going to eyemagination since '89. Great dr and service
November 2, 2021Matthew J.Verified patient
He remembers you from the year before and is very thorough.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Galina is an excellent and thorough doctor. He is friendly and explains everything well. Always gets my script for contacts right and spot in every time! Highly recommend
December 5, 2025Kim H.Verified patient
I have always had a positive professional experience with Dr Galina and the support staff. You are treated like family and that is the ultimate expectation.
November 26, 2025Gerald G.Verified patient
Polite, helpful, very thorough
November 9, 2025Eileen B.Verified patient
The best eye doctor in town.
April 26, 2025Judith C.Verified patient
I have been a patient of Dr Galina’s for close to 30 years. He’s a wonderful doctor and I totally trust him with my eyes. His office is great and his staff is very helpful and professional.
April 17, 2025Anna F.Verified patient
Amazing staff, amazing people!!!
More than 1 year agoYanibel D.Verified patient
Very attentive, friendly, and quick.
December 23, 2024Celine R.Verified patient
I have used eyemagination for my eye care for over 15 years, they are friendly and resourceful and always helpful. Dr Galina is the best. I never feel like just another patient.
October 15, 2024Michelle D.Verified patient
I recently visited Eyemagination Optical and was thoroughly impressed by the professional and attentive service provided by Dr. Galina and his entire team. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and in good hands. Dr. Galina is very knowledgeable and caring. He took the time to explain all aspects of my eye care thoroughly, ensuring I understood and answered all my questions, regardless of his busy schedule that day. The staff was friendly and helpful, assisting me in finding the perfect glasses. I highly recommend them for anyone seeking top-notch eye care with a personal touch.
June 20, 2024Eileen F.Verified patient
The doctor was pleasant and asked how I heard about him. I told him that I used Zocdoc and he was pleased.
This doctor has great bedside manner and explains everything so that you understand what is going on with your vision.
I was amazed to see that he knew many of his patients by first name, which is not always common.
May 29, 2024Marie A.Verified patient
Efficient staff engagement from check in to check out. Doctor was highly engaged and answered all my questions thoroughly. Never felt rushed. Highly recommend.
March 5, 2024Robert B.Verified patient
Dr. Galina is an excellent Doctor. Very patient, thorough and he explains everything clearly. Very attentive and friendly staff and Jana, the Office Manager, is exceptional. This was my first visit and I will definitely go back.
January 23, 2024Initials hidden
My whole family goes to Dr.Galina's office. He's an amazing doctor and highly recommend him. Love the staff as well, Lou and Lisa..etc
January 3, 2024Teddy G.Verified patient
The office was very clean and organized. The staff greeted me right away, verified my personal and offered to show me frames covered by my insurance while I waited. The doctor was very friendly, walked me through every step, explained my results very clearly and listened to my concerns. Can't wait to get my new frames in a week.
October 12, 2023Georgina T.Verified patient
Dr. Galina and his staff were wonderful! They were all very compassionate and kind. The doctor was very knowledgeable and explained everything very clearly to my wife and I. Also, Eric was very compassionate and patient with me. Learning that I am considered legally blind was difficult but Dr. Galina and Eric were both very kind to me and treated me with respect and consideration. Hands down the best experience I've ever had with a doctors office. I can not recommend nor thank them enough! Doctor Galina and Eric, if you see this, I thank you with all my heart. You made me feel seen and understood, and it means the world to me.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Second time seeing dr galina and i stand by my original review, he’s great. thorough and just overall great bedside manner. i really like him as my provider
and am happy to have found him over zocdoc.
September 14, 2023Initials hidden
Dr. Galina is one of the most conscientious and thorough docs I've ever had. He makes a huge effort to stay on top of medical developments to bring them to his patients. His manner is exemplary. He is efficient, but patient and always asks if you have questions. I can't recommend him highly enough. Been going to him for 25 years. He's great.
August 4, 2023Eric F.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. David Galina work with?
Dr. David Galina works with Eyemagination Optical.
Where is Dr. David Galina's office located?
Dr. David Galina's office is located at 1633 Rte 202, Pomona, NY 10970.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. David Galina?
Dr. David Galina frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eye Infection, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. David Galina on their profile.
What languages does Dr. David Galina speak?
Dr. David Galina speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Dr. David Galina in reviews?
297 patients have reviewed Dr. David Galina. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.92/5. They have a 4.97/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.6/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.