What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.50
Average wait time
4.20
Bedside manner
4.53
“This was one of the best eye exams I've ever had. Dr. Givner was really patient - I like to ask a lot of questions - and explained each test I was given. He was very thorough. I saw him check and recheck tests and photos of my eyes. I highly recommend him. ”
Stacey Y.May 1, 2025
“The doctor was super nice, as was all of the staff -- but I did wait an hour to see him, and filled out information a few times that I had already provided. ”
Initials hiddenMarch 8, 2025
About Dr. Steven Givner
Attention to all patients scheduling appointments for children under the age of 12: please be advised to schedule appointments no later than 4:20 p.m. due to the dilation drops needed for children.
Steven Givner graduated from Stuyvesant High School and then attended Washington University in St. Louis, where he received a Bachelor’s degree in mathematics. He earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from Salus University, Pennsylvania College of Optometry, in New York. He is certified in low vision by the New York State Optometric Association (NYSOA).
He is a member of the American Optometric Association, the New York State Optometric Association, and the Optometric Societies of the City of New York.
He is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital (Manhasset) and works with their Stern Center for Extended Care and Rehabilitation. He is also affiliated with the Highfield Gardens nursing home in Great Neck.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Salus University, Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Doctor of Optometry
- Washington University, St. Louis (Bachelor’s)
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
- Russian
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1104821842
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.50
Wait time
4.20
Bedside manner
4.53
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I love this dr. He explained everything and was very patient and addressed all my concerns. I would recommend him to anyone.
March 10, 2021Denene W.Verified patient
Great experience!! Doctor was very precise, professional and pleasant. All staff members were pleasant and professional.
May 21, 2021Lisa W.Verified patient
I love it. Excelent service, professional, nice attitude. Huge selection of frames. Definitely will recommend this place.
More than 1 year agoER
Terrible bedside manner and was rude. Did not wear a mask even while performing eye exam breathing into my face
November 16, 2022Rebecca G.Verified patient
Very thorough, I've had glasses for over a decade and he has been by far my favorite optometrist I've seen to date.
September 21, 2017Samantha S.Verified patient
She was great, I enjoy being a patient at gallery optical , the staff are great and they make you feel comfortable.
February 22, 2019Carlos G.Verified patient
He made me feel very much at ease. He explained all his findings in terms I could understand. I am very satisfied.
December 5, 2020Heather H.Verified patient
Been here several times before and I love the friendly customer service and I didn't have to wait too long
July 28, 2021Christopher H.Verified patient
Highly recommend Steven Givner,OD.wait time was short. Very thorough I was very satisfied with the visit.
March 20, 2019Hellen M.Verified patient
Dr. Givner was pleasant and professional. He attended to my concerns and went through the exam quickly.
September 17, 2015Initials hidden
I like the fact that my son was seen quickly even when we arrived 10 mins late. Service was great.
August 15, 2016Christopher H.Verified patient
Basic eye exam. 20 minutes was allocated which should be enough but I had to wait 40 minutes.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The Staff at this office were very accomodateing. My visit was thorough and in a timely fashion.
June 21, 2018Initials hidden
Dr Givner was kind, charismatic and honest. I appreciated his time and am definitely going back.
November 27, 2017Larissa D.Verified patient
I thought the whole staff from the reception desk to the examiners were very courteous and kind.
March 11, 2017Michael S.Verified patient
It was awesome but it was difficult very difficult for me to learn how to put in contacts
January 20, 2021Ros Esmit P.Verified patient
A very comfortable experience. Dialed into my physiology. His explanation was lucid.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very thorough examination. Doctor answered all of my questions clearly.
August 12, 2022Initials hidden
The visit went smoothly. Dr Givner and staff were very professional and kind.
January 21, 2019Amanda M.Verified patient
I highly recommend this doctor for eye exams. I will certainly go back.
March 2, 2022Marcus M.Verified patient
The front desk people are friendly. The doctors were okay but kind of cold.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
THOROUGH AND INFORMATIVE WITHIN THE LIMITS OF MY INSURANCE COVERAGE
November 19, 2021Richard P.Verified patient
Dr. Givner was kind and thorough and professional. I recommend.
December 30, 2020Initials hidden
Thorough exam. Nice man,. Waited about 20 mins to get going.
December 12, 2018Initials hidden
Rhe dr was fine, but I had to wait over an hour to be seen.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very professional easy to understand his instructions
October 6, 2021Marcy W.Verified patient
This was one of the best eye exams I've ever had. Dr. Givner was really patient - I like to ask a lot of questions - and explained each test I was given. He was very thorough. I saw him check and recheck tests and photos of my eyes. I highly recommend him.
May 1, 2025Stacey Y.Verified patient
The doctor was super nice, as was all of the staff -- but I did wait an hour to see him, and filled out information a few times that I had already provided.
March 8, 2025Initials hidden
My appointment was fine. The staff did not explain any of the tests that they were doing, did not make sure I was comfortable. The doctor didn't believe me when I told him about concerns I was having.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I made an appointment for a regular eye/sight exam and arrived at the scheduled time. There were two separate tests then the third one was with the doctor. This test involved inserting eye drops in both eyes that felt sticky in the eyes - I wish I was explained this process so I felt uncomfortable. All three tests together took about 15 minutes but the total wait time in between was about 1 hour 45 minutes which I believe is an unreasonable time unless an expectation is set in advance. Then, I felt pressured to choose a glass frame - noting that I was not even asked if I wanted to consider glasses or contacts and I was only told afterwards that the exam done was only for glasses. I had to leave for another plan and I did not have enough time to think this over due to the unreasonably lengthy time taken. Doctor also did not ask if I wanted the test that requires eye dilation and marked that I declined this test (I had not). The visit was a waste of my time and money.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Eye exam was fine and Dr Givner was efficient at it. He was evasive when I asked about having my eyes dilated and when I finally said “is it no longer recommended?” He finally said “yes it’s recommended for someone with a high prescription like yours…. But I don’t know if your insurance will cover it,” before ushering me out. So I asked at the front desk and they said “yes it’s covered.” Ok … so then I asked to make another appointment to have it done and the gentleman in front said “oh I can let him know you want it done if you don’t mind waiting.” What? I think Dr Givner was just being lazy about it. Also, he wasn’t wearing a face mask and was doing a ton of coughing. Kind of off-putting. Aren’t face masks still required in a healthcare type setting ?
Anyway , the location is super convenient. I’ll just see one of the other optometrists there instead.
January 23, 2023Initials hidden
The doctor was great, but waited over an hour and a half for the appointment. I would recommend booking an appointment earlier in the day as opposed to late afternoon as I did.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
My overall experience was not pleasant. Two receptionist upon entering only one was friendly. Not nice for a first experience. The young lady who did my pre exam was nice and pleasant. The actual eye doctor was not pleasant or engaging at all. I was so ready for the exam to be over. Picking out glasses was not good either. The other receptionist the not friendly one just sat two trays in front of me and looked at me . I had to ask are these the glasses I pick from . No suggestions or comments about the frames Even when I asked a question I received a nonchalant response and posture . Would never reccommend this place to my family or friends
July 20, 2022Shawn P.Verified patient
Avoid going to this practice. Went in to get my driving license renewed (which is a simple sight test) and with out communicating they started doing all those exams on me. They put some drops in my eyes for one of the test and I could not see anything or drive for about 3 hrs. NO ONE asked if I was ok with that or explained what was going to happen. Very unprofessional. They do it so they can charge the insurance company of all those extra exams you never asked in the first place. Avoid this place.
May 16, 2022Luca B.Verified patient
I was very disappointed with the physical interaction with Dr. Givner. I’ve never had such a hands on eye examination. I was very uncomfortable during the appointment
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Giver was thorough, professional and friendly. I liked him very much and felt confident in his knowledge. I would definitely see him again.
There is one gentleman at the front desk who doesn’t wear a mask. It was a little disconcerting because it’s the first time (since COVID) since I’ve seen that in a medical setting.
December 8, 2021Initials hidden
The staff and doctor were excellent. This is clearly a team of people that care about what they do. I couldn’t recommend them enough. Fantastic office, and I will be flying in for my checkups even after I move out of state.
November 4, 2021Aaron J.Verified patient
The doctor was efficient but really short and unkind in the introduction, shaming me for not knowing more about my contacts that I was seeking his help on.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The doctor was very nice and very informative and pleasant. I felt very comfortable. The front staff receptionist had her mask under her chin, the 2 gentleman and another female staff that took pics of inside my eyes were "NOT" wearing a mask at all. The doctor wore mask and gloves
October 21, 2021Patricia J.Verified patient
Wonderful fast and very sufficient
September 22, 2021Karl T.Verified patient
Great doctor ! Very knowledgeable
July 21, 2021Quaneyah C.Verified patient
Quick thorough eye exam. Pleasant experience
May 19, 2021Chris W.Verified patient
Pleased
April 14, 2021Nancy W.Verified patient
Very Nice place
March 24, 2021Carmen H.Verified patient
The doctor is great but I waited for a long time before seeing the doctor and the doctor went to take another patient during my appointment, which caused longer wait time.
February 24, 2021Lizhou C.Verified patient
Very knowledgeable. Answered all my random questions. Very accommodating to find the best solution for my eye allergy issue. TY doctor!
January 13, 2021Pattie A.Verified patient
Doctor answered my questions clearly and did not rush me out the door as many medical offices tend to do when not really concerned with their patients and more about their bottom line.
January 9, 2021Initials hidden
The examination was quick yet thorough. The doctor explained eyesight issues to me clearly. The people behind the counter were very patient with me and let me try on at least a dozen pairs of glasses before I finally made a decision. Good experience overall. I would highly recommend this doctor.
January 5, 2021Inez T.Verified patient
Doc is superb. But front office staff over books and has to ask people to wait outside??? !!! Very unprofessional and discourteous!! AND we are supposed to be social distancing but there’s over 20 people in the lobby!!!!! Won’t be back...
December 30, 2020Marie O.Verified patient
My visit with Dr. Givner's office was quick and easy. I scheduled an appointment for a vision test to renew my license, and the office gave me everything I needed to renew online.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
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Dr. Steven Givner's office is located at 446 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205.
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Dr. Steven Givner frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Steven Givner on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Steven Givner speak?
Dr. Steven Givner speaks English, Spanish, and Russian.
How do patients rate Dr. Steven Givner in reviews?
243 patients have reviewed Dr. Steven Givner. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.5/5. They have a 4.53/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.2/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.