Dr. Emma Thompson, OD

Dr. Emma Thompson, OD

Optometrist
100 Merchant Ln, Ste 101, Carnegie, PA
4.97
“Our experience was amazing. They were attentive, positive, and helpful. It was a joy to be seen and especially for my babygirl who has a high prescription, she felt feeling confident to wear her glasses and looking forward to her new glasses. I called my mom to tell her about the service to schedule her an appointment with my sons so she could experience the excellent service. You can tell when some enjoys what they do and these ladies truly enjoy what they do. I can not say enough about this office!”
Naomi B.August 26, 2025
Patients often return
More patients return than other providers in the area
Highly recommended
97% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
97% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.97

Average wait time

4.87

Bedside manner

5.00
“Our experience was amazing. They were attentive, positive, and helpful. It was a joy to be seen and especially for my babygirl who has a high prescription, she felt feeling confident to wear her glasses and looking forward to her new glasses. I called my mom to tell her about the service to schedule her an appointment with my sons so she could experience the excellent service. You can tell when some enjoys what they do and these ladies truly enjoy what they do. I can not say enough about this office!”
Naomi B.August 26, 2025
“Great experience! So happy to find a new eye doctor that's a great listener and communicator. Staff was very nice to deal with too. ”
Joshua J.July 17, 2025

About Dr. Emma Thompson

Emma Thompson, O.D. is a three-time graduate of The Ohio State University, where she earned her Doctor of Optometry, Master of Science in Vision Science, and Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience. She completed her bachelor's degree in 2017 and both her Doctor of Optometry and Master of Science degrees in 2021. Dr. Thompson grew up in Cleveland, OH, and recently relocated to the Pittsburgh area from Columbus, OH. During optometry school, she served as class president and earned her second degree through the combined OD/MS program, completing a research project studying the relationship between eye structure and visual perception. She has received the Ohio "Excellence in Advanced Practice Award" and the "James A. Bing Memorial Award" for her contributions in both private practice and research settings. When not at work, Dr. Thompson enjoys painting, hiking at Frick Park with her dog, and exploring Pittsburgh's vibrant restaurant scene.

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Popular visit reasons

Contact Lenses
Eye Inflammation
Eyeglasses
General Eye Consultation
Glaucoma Consultation
Retina Consultation
Retinal Detachment
Routine Eye Exam
Contact Lenses
Eye Inflammation
Eyeglasses
General Eye Consultation

Office location

VisionMakers - Pittsburgh
100 Merchant Ln, Ste 101, Carnegie, PA 15106

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Ohio State University, Doctor of Optometry
  • Ohio State University, Master's in Vision Science
  • Ohio State University (Bachelor's)

Awards and publications

  • Dr. Emma Thompson, OD has been awarded the Ohio "Excellence in Advanced Practice Award" and the "James A. Bing Memorial Award" for her work in both private practice and research settings.

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1356915540

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.97
Wait time
4.87
Bedside manner
5.00
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Yes i would go back ! Everyone was very friendly and made sure i was comfortable and I was seen right away !
Verified patient
Dr Emma Thompson was excellent, thank you! The staff was very kind and helpful.
Verified patient
Really nice office and staff, Dr. Thompson was super nice and she knows her stuff.
Great place, nice people! Such a good appointment. Will continue going here.
Verified patient
They are very friendly and very accommodating with a great service.
Verified patient
Highly recommend. Everyone there were super friendly and helpful.
Verified patient
Doctor and office were fast, friendly and efficient.
Our experience was amazing. They were attentive, positive, and helpful. It was a joy to be seen and especially for my babygirl who has a high prescription, she felt feeling confident to wear her glasses and looking forward to her new glasses. I called my mom to tell her about the service to schedule her an appointment with my sons so she could experience the excellent service. You can tell when some enjoys what they do and these ladies truly enjoy what they do. I can not say enough about this office!
Verified patient
Great experience! So happy to find a new eye doctor that's a great listener and communicator. Staff was very nice to deal with too.
Verified patient
Experience was more than I expected. Very friendly office staff. Dr. explained everything to me so I could understand. Would definitely recommend and return.
Verified patient
Because of the problem with my right eye it was very important to see the right Specialist because my Specialist I was seeing was not available. Dr Emma Thompson was very knowlegable in addressing my condition. Maggie who fitted me with my perscription was also very knowlegable and very easy to work with and has a very bubbly personality. Very satisfied!
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Where is Dr. Emma Thompson's office located?

Dr. Emma Thompson's office is located at 100 Merchant Ln, Carnegie, PA 15106.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Emma Thompson?

Dr. Emma Thompson frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Emma Thompson on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Emma Thompson speak?

Dr. Emma Thompson speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Emma Thompson in reviews?

69 patients have reviewed Dr. Emma Thompson. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.97/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.87/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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