What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.68
Average wait time
4.23
Bedside manner
4.66
“The staff was very professional and efficient. The office was very busy but the staff handled it well and were polite. They kept the customer service at a high level although they had many patients to attend to. The doctor was also attentive and helpful.”
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“Very welcoming staff, very knowledgeable and friendly Doctor. Was at ease during the visit. Took their time to diagnose and make recommendations. ”
Traore S.August 13, 2024
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Office locations
Maryland Eye Care Center (1 of 3)
831 University Blvd E, Ste 11, Silver Spring, MD 20903
Maryland Eye Care Center (2 of 3)
2045 University Blvd E, Ste 100, Hyattsville, MD 20783
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- State University of New York, Doctor of Optometry
- Omni Eye Specialists, Residency in Ocular Disease & Post-Operative Care
Professional memberships
- Maryland Optometric Association
- New York State Optometric Association
Awards and publications
- Glaucoma Grand Rounds, Salus University
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1285293100
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.68
Wait time
4.23
Bedside manner
4.66
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Extremely friendly, great patient communication! Most staff is bilingual which was extremely helpful. Highly recommended !
July 31, 2024Noemy C.Verified patient
Great customer service and friendly doctor/staff! Listened and explained things very well
May 5, 2025Clement M.Verified patient
Very nice experience and the doctor was professional and adept at communication. Highly recommend.
April 9, 2024David V.Verified patient
They explained everything that was wrong with the vision
May 12, 2025Josue A.Verified patient
Good experience. Thorough examination . Answered my questions.
July 27, 2024Debre A.Verified patient
The staff were professional , and extremely satisfy with the service
September 22, 2023Olajide M.Verified patient
The staff was very professional and efficient. The office was very busy but the staff handled it well and were polite. They kept the customer service at a high level although they had many patients to attend to. The doctor was also attentive and helpful.
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Good experience
May 26, 2025Jenie A.Verified patient
Amazingly efficient and friendly staff
December 12, 2024David P.Verified patient
Great location and great providers!
October 29, 2024Sweety S.Verified patient
Very welcoming staff, very knowledgeable and friendly Doctor. Was at ease during the visit. Took their time to diagnose and make recommendations.
August 13, 2024Traore S.Verified patient
Very competent.
July 30, 2024Janet T.Verified patient
The Dr. Is very professional and she explained everything in detail and I feel confident that I have the right Dr. who's going to do my surgery.
June 20, 2024Dionne E.Verified patient
I’ve been coming to the Eye Care Center since I was a little girl and usually is seen by Dr. Gharamandi . Waiting room staff and nurses were great ! However the visit from the Dr Banual was the shortest visit I’ve ever had. He seemed like he was rushing me and was trying to get to the next person. Not sure if it was because I was young African American female but I had real concerns that I wanted to talk to a professional about. He kind of disregarded my concerns to tell me everything was fine and told me I need to improve my hygiene and do better after I told him I went on vacation and accidentally slept in my contacts a night . I no longer felt comfortable asking about the symptoms I’ve been experiencing after that and had to make another appt with my regular doctor as Dr B. did not satisfy my concerns . To me he has no social skills as a physician due to his remarks and his urgency to move to the next client from the time he walked in.
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I had an exceptional experience with Dr. Banuwal and his office. Dr. Banuwal's great personality and friendly demeanor immediately put me at ease during my visit. His extensive experience in optometry was evident as he expertly addressed my eye health concerns. What stood out was his attentive listening, allowing me to discuss any misunderstandings I had about my eye health. He patiently answered all my questions and encouraged an open dialogue. Moreover, I appreciated how he valued my time; appointments were punctual and appropriately timed. Dr. Banuwal and his team provide top-notch care, and I highly recommend them for their professionalism and patient-centered approach.
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What practice does Dr. Hares Banuwal work with?
Dr. Hares Banuwal works with Maryland Eye Care Center.
Where is Dr. Hares Banuwal's office located?
Dr. Hares Banuwal has 3 office locations, including in Silver Spring and Hyattsville, view full addresses on Dr. Banuwal's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Hares Banuwal?
Dr. Hares Banuwal frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Hares Banuwal on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Hares Banuwal speak?
Dr. Hares Banuwal speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Hares Banuwal in reviews?
66 patients have reviewed Dr. Hares Banuwal. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.68/5. They have a 4.66/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.23/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.