GARRETT EYE CENTER is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in IRON MOUNTAIN, MI, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.4 out of 5 from 49 reviews.

GARRETT EYE CENTER

iron mountain, MIMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

1301 CARPENTER AVE

IRON MOUNTAIN, MI

Service Area

This provider serves patients in IRON MOUNTAIN and surrounding areas in MI.

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Note on Service Area

This ambulatory surgery center serves patients in the surrounding area. Contact this surgery center directly to confirm service availability in your specific location.

Procedures Performed

Common outpatient procedures performed at this ambulatory surgery center, based on reported specialties.

Cataract SurgeryThe clouded natural lens of the eye is removed and replaced with a clear artificial one. It is one of the most common outpatient procedures performed in the country, usually takes under 30 minutes per eye, and is done under light sedation with numbing drops rather than general anesthesia.LASIK / Refractive SurgeryA laser reshapes the cornea to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism, reducing dependence on glasses or contacts. The procedure itself takes minutes per eye. Vision is often noticeably better within a day, though it can take several weeks to fully stabilize.Glaucoma SurgeryCreates a new drainage path for fluid inside the eye to lower internal pressure. Glaucoma damages the optic nerve silently, so the goal is preventing further vision loss rather than restoring vision already lost. Several minimally invasive options are now performed in outpatient settings.Retinal SurgeryRepairs the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye, most often for a detached or torn retina, or for bleeding related to diabetes. Timing matters — a detaching retina is treated urgently because delay increases the risk of permanent vision loss.Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)Removes excess skin and fat from the upper or lower eyelids. When drooping upper lids block part of the visual field, the procedure is functional rather than cosmetic and is often covered by insurance if visual field testing documents the obstruction.Corneal TransplantReplaces damaged or clouded corneal tissue with donor tissue. Modern techniques often replace only the affected layer rather than the full thickness, which shortens recovery. Vision improves gradually over months, and stitches may stay in place for a year or longer.

Procedure list is based on CMS-reported specialty designations. Contact the facility to confirm specific procedures offered.

Patient Experience Scores

Overall: 94/100 (+1 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 88 surveys · 19% response rate

OAS CAHPS scores are linear means (0–100) from Medicare patient surveys. Higher is better. National averages shown for comparison.

Overall RatingPatients who gave the facility a high overall rating
94+1 vs national avg (93)
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Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
97+5 vs national avg (92)
0↑ natl avg100
StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
99+3 vs national avg (96)
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CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
93-1 vs national avg (94)
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Source: OAS CAHPS (Outpatient and Ambulatory Surgery CAHPS) Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Scores are linear means on a 0–100 scale.

Affiliated Surgeons

Surgeons affiliated with this facility based on NPPES NPI registry data.

Surgeon affiliations are sourced from CMS NPPES data and may not reflect current practice arrangements. Contact the facility to confirm.

Google Reviews

4.4
49 reviews
Sandra Stagner

Sandra Stagner

Dear Doctor Garrett, God knew what he was doing when he sent you to become a EYE SPECIALIST. I have been Blind in my right eye since birth. Having a Cataract on my Left eye has been really scary. The thought of going blind even more. At 81 years old I finally hit my first deer 2 days before my surgery. I can say I'm a real Upper now. That will never happen again because MY SURGERY YOU PERFORMED ON MY LEFT EYE WAS A MIRACLE. I CAN SEE THINGS AND READ I NEVER WAS ABLE TO DO BEFORE. OH my...the dust...and I can read my BIBLE WITH EASE. If your reading this and need a Eye Specialist, PLEASE go to see DR. JOHN MICHAEL GARRETT, MD -- CAMERON SCOTT ANDERSON, MD. YOUR EYES WILL THANK YOU. THANK YOU FOR MY EYESITE. GOD BLESS YOU AND ALL THE WONDERFUL HELPERS WHO WORK FOR YOU. SANDY STAGNER

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Jacky Leffel

Jacky Leffel

They were all so wonderful, the nurses and the doctor were gtreat,they treated you like family.i will tell people to go there for there eyes.thank you so much, I can see so much better.

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Valerie Berglund

Valerie Berglund

My son was seen at the Garrett Eye Center. I could not have been more impressed, thankful, and grateful for the entire staff. From the moment you walk in the door you are assured that you are cared for in the best possible way. The front desk staff is warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable. They went out of their way to answer any and all questions I had. The nurses are second to none! They explained what they were doing each step of the way. They made sure to explain to me what was taking place, and they made sure to reassure my son as to what was happening, putting him at ease immediately. When he was seen by Dr. Garrett I knew I was getting experience, expertise, and technology that was second to none. He took his time to ensure that the procedure was done to perfection. He explained each step to my son so that he knew exactly what to expect. He went out of his way to calm his fears, all while performing the procedure to perfection. As a community we are fortunate to have a Dr like Dr. Garrett, a facility with current and new technology, a staff that is caring and knowledgeable, and a Dr with decades of experience that chooses to share his gift with all of us. I could not be more grateful to have chosen Garrett Eye Center!

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Robert Edberg

Robert Edberg

I had a laser procedure for cloudy vision in both eyes. Quick and painless. My vision improved immediately. Dr. Garrett and his staff were great.

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Ryan Thomas

Ryan Thomas

I know i put up a review and took it off but i want to warn ppl. Ive waited long enough for any healing to occur and its been close to a year now. I see comercials and theyre pushing cataract surgury but mine was an epic fail! I now need glasses 100% of the time and prior to this i could at least see 10 feet without them. I cant even see my phone now without them or my tv thats 8 feet away! My perifrial is completely gone and i can actually see the curve of the lense! Things are cloudy as well! My eyesight is FAR worse after going to garrett. I know i got the only lense my insurance covered, and i feel i shouldve been warned- i was not told during the counciltation that theres a chance it gets worse. I was told i wont even need glasses anymore aside from reading. My whole initial prob was seeing at night driving. I cant even see the signs clearly in any distance in the day time now!! Its all about the money i think becaise this is unacceptable. If i could prove this id sue them. Very nice ppl ans im sure they meant well but its prob time to retire.. PLEASE be careful making this choice. If possible go anywhere but here for a second opinion and option!

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Years in Operation

47 years

Est. 1979

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

Joint Commission

Operating Rooms

2

Specialties

Ophthalmology
Medicare Certified

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