Dr. Richard A. Garfinkel, MD

Ophthalmology

The Retina Group of Washington

5454 Wisconsin Ave, Suite 650

Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Directions

(301) 656-8100

www.rgw.com

4.9 out of 5

511 verified ratings

2 Locations


Chevy Chase, MD

5454 Wisconsin Ave, Suite 650

Chevy Chase, MD 20815

(301) 656-8100 Directions


Fairfax, VA

8505 Arlington Blvd, Suite 300

Fairfax, VA 22031

(703) 698-9335 Directions

511 Ratings, 377 Comments


The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Feb 19, 2025
Dr Garfinkle is very thorough, takes the time to answer my questions and explain what and how I need to take care of my eyes. Really appreciate his care through the years.

Feb 4, 2025
The wait was relatively short. My time with Dr. Garfinkel was most efficiently short and to the point. I respect and admire his skill as a retinue specialist.

Jan 24, 2025
On time and very friendly.

Dec 11, 2024
My experience with Dr. Garfinkel during my last visit and every visit has been excellent. I am very appreciative that Dr. Garfinkel is my doctor and has always been caring and professional. Thank you for all the outstanding care that you gave to my eye health this past year.

Nov 13, 2024
. Dr Garfinkel is an excellent and i highly recommend him and his practice . Staffs are wonderful

Oct 23, 2024
Dr. Garfinkel is pleasant and caring.

Sep 19, 2024
Dr. Garfinkel is an excellent, caring physician, and I highly recommend him and his practice.

Sep 17, 2024
I've been seeing Dr. Garfinkel for years. Great care.

Sep 12, 2024
Dr. Garfinkel is a top-notch physician with an exceptionally pleasant demeanor. I can't imagine a better person to trust with my vision.

Sep 12, 2024
Friendly professional staff. Dr. Garfinkel listened to my concerns, answered my questions, and provided expert care.

Sep 11, 2024
Excellent! he is a great doctor and a very likable person.

Sep 5, 2024
Dr. Garfinkel is always professional and communicative in response to my questions which fosters reliance on his advice.

Sep 5, 2024
As usual excellent!

Aug 28, 2024
Excellent. Very professional, and on time.

Aug 21, 2024
Very professional and an excellent physician.

Aug 21, 2024
Outstanding

Aug 15, 2024
As always my experience was perfect for having to see a doctor. If you need a retina specialids Dr. Garfinkel should be your first choice.

Aug 14, 2024
Dr Garfinkel is a knowledgeable and wonderful, compassionate doctor. He's a real mensch!

Aug 13, 2024
Great professional Dr explained me in details the procedure and treatment

Aug 9, 2024
He is a kind, friendly and polished eye doctor.

Jul 30, 2024
Dr. Garfinkel is very thorough and explains my condition and results in ways that I can understand ... and is fun to talk to as well!

Jul 25, 2024
Superior as usual!!

Jul 24, 2024
Good experience. Great doctor!

Jul 23, 2024
Ease of entry, good assistant, great physician!

Jul 11, 2024
Dr. Richard A. Garfinkel has been great. The previous Retina surgeon did a horrible job. Dr. Garfinkel did well and has been great with follow-ups.

Jul 4, 2024
exceptional

Jun 20, 2024
Excellent Service

Jun 18, 2024
I really like Dr. Garfinkel and feel very confident with his knowledge and level of care.

Jun 18, 2024
As usual, Dr. Garfinkel provided a complete update for my retina condition. I left the office feeling very confident in his professional judgment and personal attention.

Jun 12, 2024
Excellent

Jun 5, 2024
Over the several months that I have been getting treatment, I have found Dr. Garfinkel to be informative, concerned about my comfort, and ready to answer any questions I may have.

May 24, 2024
Dr. Garfinkel is an excellent professional and human being. The experience of having your eyes "pinched" is not to pleasant, but he makes it better because he is caring.

May 24, 2024
Dr Garfinkel is not only an excellent physician, he is quite amiable and fun. My wife and I have been seeing him for many years.

May 14, 2024
The Dr. Was very knowledgeable and thorough with the testing , very good demeanor and friendly

Apr 30, 2024
Dr.Garfinkel is a first rate physician and human being!

Apr 18, 2024
Thorough and personable. Dr Garfinkel did not rush me through my exam and answered all my questions.

Apr 16, 2024
Dr. Garfinkel is excellent and a pleasure to visit. Dr. Garfinkel is very knowledgeable, caring and has a great personality. I always feel safe in his hands and know that I am receiving the best Retina care available.

Apr 9, 2024
Great confidence entrusting my vision to this doctor, as well as his partners, after a scary detached retina episode.

Apr 4, 2024
Excellent as usual. Professional, knowledgeable, friendly and efficient.

Apr 3, 2024
I received excellent service. 👌

Mar 20, 2024
I have been seeing Dr Garfinkel for the past several years, starting with 2 retinal tears that he repaired with laser surgery. He always impresses me with his warmth and caring, while he is also very professional and competent and able to explain things in easily understandable language. I highly recommend him!

Mar 20, 2024
I am grateful for being in Dr. Garfinkel's care. He answers all my questions, and while the office is very busy, he does not make me feel he is in a rush. I am confident I am getting the best care possible when he looks at the health of my eyes.

Mar 14, 2024
I have been a patient for over 20 years. The staff is highly competent, and the office is well organized. Dr. Garfinkle is an excellent physician. He answers all questions clearly and is very responsive.

Mar 13, 2024
All very positive however waited almost 1/2 hr after appointment time….. customer time is also important!

Mar 13, 2024
Quick in-and-out. Excellent appointment! Dr. Garfinkel is a good doctor who takes time to get to know his patients and then relates to them on a personal level. Great doc!

Feb 20, 2024
Professional; answered my questions

Feb 6, 2024
It was a courteous and Professional experience.

Feb 6, 2024
Dr. Garfinkel has been my doctor for approx. 20 years. Hopefully he will continue being my doctor for the next 20 years to come.

Jan 30, 2024
Dr. Garfinkel saw me for a same-day appointment referred by my regular doctor. His assistants and he explained their procedures and worked efficiently and carefully, showing concern for my comfort.

Jan 23, 2024
Dr. Garfinkel has been my opthamologist for many years . I have been and continue to be absolutely, totally pleased with his care.