Dr. James Budd, OD, Monroeville, PA | Optometrist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.56

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

4.80

“Friendly knowledgeable staff. Dr. James Budd has the best care for his patients. Great care is given.”

Christe K.May 24, 2025

About Dr. James Budd

James M. Budd, O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry from Salus University and earned his Bachelor of Science in Physics from St. Vincent College. Graduating with highest honors, Dr. Budd taught ophthalmic and geometric optics at the Universities of Missouri and Alabama. He wrote computer programs for contact lens design and oculomotor simulations that are still used worldwide in optometric schools. He has also worked as a clinician at Group Health Plan near St. Louis, Missouri, and as an internal partner at Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, Alabama. Dr. Budd has been in optometry since 1984 and says he became an optometrist because he likes to solve problems. He looks at a situation that needs to be fixed and tries to figure out the best possible solution. Dr. Budd says, “Optometry lets me see the results of my efforts quickly.” He enjoys seeing the smiles on patients’ faces when they see better and enjoy their purchases. When he is not treating patients, Dr. Budd enjoys spending time with family, music (violin, keyboard, guitar, bass, banjo, mandolin, writing music), fixing things, puzzles, and watching Masterpiece Mystery.

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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

The Eyeglass Store

4156 William Penn Highway, Monroeville, PA 15146

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Education and background

Practice names

EyeCare Specialties of Pennsylvania

Education and training

Salus University, Doctor of Optometry
St. Vincent College (Bachelor's)

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1902880446

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.56

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

4.80

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Friendly knowledgeable staff. Dr. James Budd has the best care for his patients. Great care is given.

May 24, 2025Christe K.Verified patient

Very nice, clear, concise, and I am so excited to be able to see in 20/20!!

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What practice does Dr. James Budd work with?

Dr. James Budd works with EyeCare Specialties of Pennsylvania.

Where is Dr. James Budd's office located?

Dr. James Budd's office is located at 4156 William Penn Highway, Monroeville, PA 15146.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. James Budd?

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

What languages does Dr. James Budd speak?

Dr. James Budd speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. James Budd in reviews?

36 patients have reviewed Dr. James Budd. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.56/5. They have a 4.8/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.