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I am simply elated with Envue Eye and Laser Center at National Harbor. The doctor and staff are outstanding. They all exude professionalism, efficiency, knowledge, and great interpersonal skills. The... read more office is quite impressive with state-of-the-art equipment and a spacious and comfortable environment. The eye exam is comprehensive and every detail is thoroughly reviewed and explained by Dr. Rivers. I have shared my experience there with many friends and family. I highly recommend Envue and Laser Eye Center!

Best decision of life. There are some sacrifices that should be noted. The procedure I had done (RLE) changed my vision in a way that was unexpected. For example, I... read more can no longer see up close anymore. While cooking and eating my vision is blurred at that distance. Some of my near vision has returned, but it's not sharp. At night it's a little difficult to drive because of the lights from other vehicles, they are like big blots of light. That just take some getting use to That's the downside. Now for the pros, my mid and far vision has improved a great deal. I can drive, watch TV, etc without the aide of glasses. If I knew then what I know now about this experience (I knew about the halo lights), would I do this procedure? Absolutely! I wish I had done it sooner. Dr. Rivers and his staff are excellent. They made the experience very pleasant. Honestly I've never experienced customer service as good as theirs. They're like one happy family there. If you're in the DMV and want to get this or any type of corrective eye surgery done, you should definitely come here, of nothing else, get a consultation and meet the staff.

Very nice staff! Extremely professional. I’ve recommended Envue to everyone I know considering lasik

Dr Rivers and the Envue staff thank you for the outstanding results. I was truly impressed with your professionalism and efficiency .You and your staff exceeded all expectations

My sight is 20/15 now! Wish I would've made this decisionlong along time ago. Awesome job Envue staff and Dr. Rivers, appreciate you

Wow. This place is incredible. It is the only place to get SMILE eye surgery in D.C. There are no other places around the DMV that do it. And they... read more are incredible! Dr. Rivers knows exactly what he's doing and is one of the most competent medical professionals I've ever met. Super kind, takes his time, doesn't try to push you into anything you don't or can't or shouldn't want to do. All of the procedures they offer (SMILE, LASIK, PRK) are the same $4500 pricetag so you don't make a permanent decision affecting your eyesight based on what you can afford. The entire staff are kind, knowledgeable people. Melania is so nice and cool!! My SMILE procedure and recovery were fast, painless, and quick. I didn't even take the anxiety meds they offered because I felt so at ease and confident in the care I was getting. Three days later I was seeing 20/15 in one eye and 20/20 in another, and it's only gotten better since. I'm going back for my follow up next week and am looking forward to it. I've been evangelizing like crazy for them and I won't stop. Huge fans, totally worth it.

They are very professional, yet friendly. You cover all basis of informing the patient step by step of services to be rendered. You make the patient feel as if they... read more are the only patient in the office.

Wonderful experience with this office. I got SMILE and my vision is back to a consistent 20/15. The procedure was quick, easy, and painless. The staff are friendly, professional,... read more and contagiously happy. Dr Rivers was friendly and communicative at every phase of the process. Can't reccomend this place highly enough.

Dr. Rivers and his entire team were fantastic. I am a 48 year old physician who has needed glasses for distance since the age of 11. Over the past couple... read more of years I have had the age related changes to my near vision. After consulting with Dr. Rivers I elected to have refractive lens exchange in both eyes. I had the procedure yesterday and am typing this review glasses free the next day. Dr. Rivers spent a long time with me answering questions. He also expertly provided balanced information regarding the pros and cons of options ranging from LASIK and SMILE to the vast array of IOLs. He has a wealth of experience and is a wonderful man to talk with. I enjoyed my interactions with everyone in the office and the day of surgery was wonderful. Dr. Rivers has a smooth running and very competent surgical team. There was no pain at all during the procedure or afterwards and Dr. Rivers explained what he was doing each step of the way during the surgery. I would strongly recommend Envue Eye and Laser Center. I am grateful for their compassion and care and am happy and content I had the procedure. Lastly, the fact that Dr. Rivers is skilled at the full array of refractive eye options is a very huge plus in my opinion. Thank you Envue this has truly been a great experience.

Beautiful Office and Great location. Friendly and professional staff. Cutting edge eye technology. Staff was very knowledgeable about eyes and eye care. They openly shared that knowledge with me 🤗

I recently came here for the SMILE procedure and I’m extremely pleased with the results. I settled on SMILE as my preferred choice for corrective eye surgery about a year... read more ago, but there wasn’t really a convenient location for me to go in VA, so I put it off. I happened to Google “SMILE surgery near me” on a whim one day and found this place and I’m so glad I did.

The office is very clean, bright, and modern. They also opened recently so all of the equipment is new, which is nice. The folks here are really friendly and welcoming, and Dr. Rivers is very knowledgeable about his craft. My conversations with the doctor were informative and personal, which I appreciated. It’s nice when you don’t feel like the doctor is rushing you out of the door for the next person. Consultations were free and I was in and out of the operating room in about 10 minutes. I had noticeably better vision a few hours later and 20/15 vision about a week after.

Can’t recommend this place enough.

Doctor and staff really explaned everything very well. Professional and friendly as well. Definitaly recommond them.

I recently came here for the SMILE procedure and I’m extremely pleased with the results. I settled on SMILE as my preferred choice for corrective eye surgery about a year... read more ago, but there wasn’t really a convenient location for me to go in VA, so I put it off. I happened to Google “SMILE surgery near me” on a whim one day and found this place and I’m so glad I did. The office is very clean, bright, and modern. They also opened recently so all of the equipment is new, which is nice. The folks here are really friendly and welcoming, and Dr. Rivers is very knowledgeable about his craft. My conversations with the doctor were informative and personal, which I appreciated. It’s nice when you don’t feel like the doctor is rushing you out of the door for the next person. Consultations were free and I was in and out of the operating room in about 10 minutes. I had noticeably better vision a few hours later and 20/15 vision about a week after. Can’t recommend this place enough.

The whole experience was smooth, the pricing was transparent on their website, got the free consult, wasn’t pressured to make a decision there at all, called to set up the... read more appt for two weeks later and that was that. Now only 3 days after my SMILE surgery and I’m close to 20/20 and it’s only getting better each day. Everyone there was great, Bryan and Doctor Rivers both made me feel very comfortable going through with the procedure, and got rid of all my worries about anything that could go wrong, the consult is very thorough and they let you know if you are a good candidate for whichever procedure. A lot of respect to Dr Rivers for his experience and understanding of the hang ups people might have going in. I definitely recommend them and there’s nothing to lose going in for the consult. I’m really glad I went through with it and it doesn’t get old looking outside and realizing I don’t have my contacts in. The reviews helped me decide so hopefully it’ll help someone else. 10/10 experience.

When I first heard about SMILE, I quickly decided to do some research on providers in the area and I stumbled on Envue Eye & Laser Center which offered the... read more procedure conducted by Dr. Bruce Rivers. The website was clear and upfront about the details of the procedure as well as the pricing, which is a huge plus since many other eye centers do not provide that very important detail on their websites. From consult to surgery to follow-up, Dr. Rivers and his staff were so warm and welcoming and prompt to answer any of my questions. The procedure was quick and painless and my friend who accompanied me that day was able to see the procedure done in real time. How cool is that? The recovery from the procedure has been quick and I can already see with amazing detail. Dr. Rivers even reached out to me prior to my follow up appointment to see how I was doing! The professionalism and care shown to me by Dr. Rivers and his staff is something that meant so much to me especially since this procedure is truly life changing. I only wish I did this sooner!

I cannot recommend Dr. Rivers highly enough. He is professional, prompt, caring, and very kind He goes above and beyond for his patients. He is also highly trained and an... read more expert in his field. He and his staff made my experience as smooth as possible! He genuinely cares about how you do; you could not be in better hands. His staff are simply world class. From my initial consultation to my follow up visits, the staff were all genuine, professional, thorough, and well trained. This part is key - his staff LOVE working with him. You do not see that everyday!! The equipment is top notch. The offices are calming with amazing decor. Everything was a breeze! I am very picky and I had searched for quite some time; when I found Dr. Rivers, my decision was very easy. I am so happy I waited until I found him, and I would not change a thing. You are doing yourself a disservice if you do not consider a consultation with Dr. Rivers!

When I first heard about SMILE, I quickly decided to do some research on providers in the area and I stumbled on Envue Eye & Laser Center which offered the... read more procedure conducted by Dr. Bruce Rivers. The website was clear and upfront about the details of the procedure as well as the pricing, which is a huge plus since many other eye centers do not provide that very important detail on their websites.

From consult to surgery to follow-up, Dr. Rivers and his staff were so warm and welcoming and prompt to answer any of my questions. The procedure was quick and painless and my friend who accompanied me that day was able to see the procedure done in real time. How cool is that?

The recovery from the procedure has been quick and I can already see with amazing detail. Dr. Rivers even reached out to me prior to my follow up appointment to see how I was doing! The professionalism and care shown to me by Dr. Rivers and his staff is something that meant so much to me especially since this procedure is truly life changing. I only wish I did this sooner!

As someone who has worn strong-prescription glasses and contact lenses for the past 45 years, I cannot begin to tell you about how life changing it was to have cataract... read more surgery on my one eye and another procedure to fix my severe nearsightedness and astigmatism in the other. Everything from the initial consult to the day of the procedure was easy and flawless. The staff was very professional and I knew my vision was in good hands with Dr. Rivers. I look forward to my followup visit and a life free of contacts and glasses and would recommend to anyone considering such procedures with Dr. Rivers and Envue Eye and Laser Center.

Great staff. I arrived on time (early). I was immediately greeted and checked in. Reviewed my personal info which I completed online days prior to the appointment as requested by... read more the office. Measurements and speaking to the Doctor went extremely well. The Doctor and his team are knowledgeable and will ensure that you're comfortable and feel at ease. I recommend that anyone considering this office definitely go but also ensure that you complete the online account creation and fill out the online information as accurately as possible to ensure a smooth and quick appointment. I'll definitely be back to get the surgery and provide an update on that as well

I echo the previous reviews of Envue and Dr. Rivers and the entire team. I recently completed my procedure and couldn’t be more pleased. The whole team at... read more Envue is excellent and easy to work with. The facility is brand new and Envue is the only center in the DC area capable of doing SMILE. The SMIlLE procedure was quick and simple, and minimally invasive. I recommend Envue, my spouse will be doing her eyes next with Envue. Thanks again to the whole team.

This experience was fantastic. The procedure was simple and without any complications. Dr. Rivers and his staff are very professional and made this process so easy. I highly recommend!

I researched several places to get Lasik, but finding Envue Eye & Laser Center was by far the best decision I made! I’ve been wearing contacts and glasses for 15... read more years, so getting Lasik was a huge step but one I wasn’t taking lightly. From the original consultation to the surgery, I felt better and better about my decision every step of the way. Because they offer several different services, I didn’t feel pressured into choosing an specific operation; the consultation really centered around what was best for me and my lifestyle. Dr. Rivers answered EVERY question could possibly have, is extremely knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about you even before you become an official patient. Along with that, his team is so welcoming, equally as knowledgeable, and everyone seems like they genuinely enjoy working there. Bryan was so patient when I scheduled and cancelled several times out of fear. On the day of surgery, Dr. Rivers talk me through every part of the process while it was happening and make sure I knew all the changes that would come with SMILE surgery so I wouldn’t be surprised or worried. Now almost a week post-op, I only regret not getting this done sooner. Thanks Dr. Rivers & the Envue Eye Team!

I just got the SMILE procedure and loved my whole experience at Envue! Dr. Rivers and everyone who works there is so personable and warm. During the consultation and... read more the procedure they made sure to explain everything they were doing before performing anything, and covered a lot of helpful information I wouldn't have thought to ask for after-care. They even have a little care packet for you to take home with you. The pricing was transparent and the payment plan made the cost very reasonable. Bonus points: beautiful new office with all new tech and you can request music for the OR I can see better than 20/20 now! Thank you Envue!!! 🙂

First and foremost the facility was very clean and sanitized as well as accessible. I found the personnel to be friendly and helpful when needed. They were very clear... read more in explaining their process and procedures. The medical director and his staff was gentle and made sure I understood everything that pertained to me and that all my questions were answered to my satisfaction. Overall my experience with ENVUE Eye & Laser Center was great. They come highly recommend.

I cannot recommend this place highly enough. I received SMILE on Feb. 23 and am very pleased with the results. Dr. Bruce Rivers was a longtime eye surgeon in the... read more military and he and his staff are extremely professional, knowledgable, caring, and friendly. You feel very taken care of when you are there. The SMILE procedure was very quick, easy and minimally invasive. Within one day I regained 20/20 vision and I feel great. I really appreciated that Dr. Rivers prioritizes the highest quality patient care. The facility is very modern and is full of the latest technologies. Even so, it’s clear Dr. Rivers is not keen on trying to make as much money as possible from his patients. He charges the same transparent and very reasonable price for all procedures, regardless of prescription, and that’s clearly listed on the website. I appreciated this immensely as someone who had a high prescription. The worry of being asked to pay an exorbitant price for laser surgery because of my high prescription kept me from doing the procedure for a long time. I am so glad I found Dr. Rivers and recommend anyone considering eye surgery to try a consultation at Envue.

Envue Eye & Laser Center is by far one of the nicest, friendliest, and knowledgeable centers I have been too. I went for my consultation and was greeted by 3... read more people as soon as I walked in the door. The entire staff is knowledgeable and could tell extremely passionate about what they do. The initial consultation was in depth. We first began with Brian, the surgical consultant, who was very friendly and explained what would be taking place for the consult. A tech named Hasan led me through my consultation tests and was fantastic. He explained what each picture was for and gave very specific instructions of what I needed to do. I had SMILE done on 2/11/22 and was pretty anxious going in. Dr. Rivers and his team walked me through each step. Constant reassurance that I was doing great during the surgery. There was nothing better then having that reassurance when getting work done to my eyes. My husband was also allowed to observe from outside the glass which he thought was the coolest thing. The entire process was incredible and I would recommend this practice to anyone thinking of vision correction. One of the biggest things that stood out was 6:30, the night of my my procedure Dr. Rivers personally called to check on me. 100% recommend Envue Eye & Laser Center!

The entire staff at Envue are amazing. They’re friendly, professional and very welcoming. Dr. Rivers and his staff are very thorough and take the time to listen to all of... read more your concerns. I went in for a consultation regarding my severe dry eye issues and I feel very confident in the treatment and advice I received from Dr. Rivers. Also, the office is very cool and modern and the equipment used is state-of-the-art!

My entire experience at Envue Eyes Laser Center was amazing! I was especially touched by the attention and care each employee showed… not just to me, but all of the... read more patients. The professionalism displayed was superb! Dr. Rivers was very knowledgeable and thorough. He had the best “bed side” manner. No matter how many questions I asked, he was patient and thoroughly explained and demonstrated, through words and pictures, to ensure that I got a full understanding of what he was sharing with me. The overall experience was one of EXCELLENCE.

I had my first appointment with Envue Eye & Laser Center in October when my parents and I had routine exams. We were blown away with an amazing experience so... read more I thought I’d share in the hopes it will be helpful for others looking for an ophthalmologist. First, the location is easy to get to and parking in the garage is plentiful. Someone came out to greet us when we notified them of our arrival and the door leads right into their office with no need for a busy lobby or elevator. The office is brand new, but with a wonderful combination of high-tech eye exams and a calming environment that was thoughtfully laid out to create a natural flow. I recently returned for a pre-op appointment for my parents’ upcoming cataract surgeries and took some photos which I posted here so others can get a better sense of their space. When we arrived I was able to easily register online as a new patient (I could have done this at home but ran out of time) and provide all of my information within my profile. The staff was wonderful at helping my parents create their own profiles before we were taken to our respective rooms for eye exams. They were not only friendly but also extremely operationally efficient, as we each whizzed through our respective eye exams simultaneously, the results of which were electronically delivered to Dr. Rivers just before we had our individual consultations with him. The technicians happily answered any/all questions, explaining the various exams, how they worked, and what to expect. They knew I was driving my parents to the appointment, so asked if I’d like to do a dilation free eye exam (they had me close my eyes then open wide at which point there was a flash of light – simple and fast). Not having my eyes dilated made it significantly easier to drive home – I highly recommend it! When we each met with Dr. Rivers he couldn’t have had a better bedside manner. He is a wealth of knowledge and experience but also has a warm personality that puts anyone at ease. He also has an excellent way of explaining technical topics in a way that my parents and I could understand. My parents, while excited about generally seeing better after cataract surgery, were a bit apprehensive about the procedure, itself. Dr. Rivers allayed their fears by telling them what they can expect, reassuring them that he has done this countless times before, including on veterans and military personnel with PTSD. The office is even set up with an area for people to relax just before cataract surgery (I attached a picture of one such area to this review). After our visits I was easily able to go online with my dad and download a copy of his eye exam to send over to his endocrinologist, who had requested a copy. It made my life easier to not have to take the additional steps to have to call the office, request the paperwork, then send it over to his endocrinologist. I realize this is a little thing, but I do appreciate their making it so easily available. Overall, I feel like we are getting top notch care with a group of people who are truly passionate about helping us have the best vision possible and in a facility that is state of the art. It's not often that one can find all of this in one practice, so if you are looking for an ophthalmologist, I couldn’t recommend this practice more highly. You won’t be disappointed!

Dr. Rivers and his team/staff are amazing! After all of the testing & going over which procedure would be best for me, we came to a conclusion and I scheduled... read more my appointment before leaving the office. I have no desire to go anywhere else for this procedure, as Rivers entire team has won me over. I’m so excited to have my eyesight corrected! See you all soon! P.S. the office is so clean & they have the BEST Gadgets and machines.

Great staff. I arrived on time (early). I was immediately greeted and checked in. Reviewed my personal info which I completed online days prior to the appointment as requested by... read more the office. Measurements and speaking to the Doctor went extremely well. The Doctor and his team are knowledgeable and will ensure that you're comfortable and feel at ease. I recommend that anyone considering this office definitely go but also ensure that you complete the online account creation and fill out the online information as accurately as possible to ensure a smooth and quick appointment. I'll definitely be back to get the surgery and provide an update on that as well

I echo the previous reviews of Envue and Dr. Rivers and the entire team. I recently completed my procedure and couldn’t be more pleased. The whole team at... read more Envue is excellent and easy to work with. The facility is brand new and Envue is the only center in the DC area capable of doing SMILE. The SMIlLE procedure was quick and simple, and minimally invasive. I recommend Envue, my spouse will be doing her eyes next with Envue. Thanks again to the whole team.

This experience was fantastic. The procedure was simple and without any complications. Dr. Rivers and his staff are very professional and made this process so easy. I highly recommend!

I researched several places to get Lasik, but finding Envue Eye & Laser Center was by far the best decision I made! I’ve been wearing contacts and glasses for 15... read more years, so getting Lasik was a huge step but one I wasn’t taking lightly. From the original consultation to the surgery, I felt better and better about my decision every step of the way. Because they offer several different services, I didn’t feel pressured into choosing an specific operation; the consultation really centered around what was best for me and my lifestyle. Dr. Rivers answered EVERY question could possibly have, is extremely knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about you even before you become an official patient. Along with that, his team is so welcoming, equally as knowledgeable, and everyone seems like they genuinely enjoy working there. Bryan was so patient when I scheduled and cancelled several times out of fear. On the day of surgery, Dr. Rivers talk me through every part of the process while it was happening and make sure I knew all the changes that would come with SMILE surgery so I wouldn’t be surprised or worried. Now almost a week post-op, I only regret not getting this done sooner. Thanks Dr. Rivers & the Envue Eye Team!

I just got the SMILE procedure and loved my whole experience at Envue! Dr. Rivers and everyone who works there is so personable and warm. During the consultation and... read more the procedure they made sure to explain everything they were doing before performing anything, and covered a lot of helpful information I wouldn't have thought to ask for after-care. They even have a little care packet for you to take home with you. The pricing was transparent and the payment plan made the cost very reasonable. Bonus points: beautiful new office with all new tech and you can request music for the OR I can see better than 20/20 now! Thank you Envue!!! 🙂

First and foremost the facility was very clean and sanitized as well as accessible. I found the personnel to be friendly and helpful when needed. They were very clear... read more in explaining their process and procedures. The medical director and his staff was gentle and made sure I understood everything that pertained to me and that all my questions were answered to my satisfaction. Overall my experience with ENVUE Eye & Laser Center was great. They come highly recommend.