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Patient Rating:

4.7 out of 5

560 Patient Ratings
41 Patient Comments

Harald E. Olafsson, O.D.

Specialties

Languages

  • English
  • Norwegian

Bio

Dr. Olafsson is the Director of Contact Lens Services and specializes in the fitting of contact lenses. His particular interests lie in the area of keratoconus, pediatrics, and fitting traumatized eyes and eyes with severe or irregular astigmatism. Dr. Olafsson also provides primary eye care for those who do or do not wear contact lenses.

Locations

Schedule An Appointment Clinical Office Address
(801) 581-2352 John A. Moran Eye Center
65 N Mario Capecchi
Salt Lake City, UT 84132
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Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences - Associate Professor (Clinical)
Board Certification American Board of Certification in Medical Optometry

Patient Ratings

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

Likelihood of recommending doctor
4.7
My confidence in doctor
4.8
Time doctor spent with me
4.6
Doctor spoke using clear language
4.7
Doctor's effort to include me in decisions
4.6
Doctor's concern for questions & worries
4.6
Doctor's explanation of condition/problem
4.7
Wait time at clinic
3.7
Doctor's friendliness and courtesy
4.8

Patient Comments

Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

April 23, 2013

We greatly appreciate the help and service give to us by Dr Olafsson

April 09, 2013

Dr Olafsson is amazing! He is so kind, courteous & knowledgable. He took the time to explain things to me and was very attentive to my needs. Truly a great man and an excellent physician.

April 09, 2013

It was a great appointment!

April 08, 2013

Very good, always is. Dr Olafsen is the best in the field, is most informative and truly cares about his patience.

March 26, 2013

I was very impressed with Dr. Olaffson. The only complaint I have is the outrageous expense. Your office did not take my VSP insurance so I have to pay out of pocket. I would love to return to your office next year for more contact lenses, but I don't know if I can afford your high prices.

March 25, 2013

I was first seen by the resident who checked my vision etc. This person is always different with each visit. This may not be an issue but I was wondering if, with the subtleties of my vision issues such as keratoconus, if having the same doctor make the vision corrections would be more beneficial and consistent. For instance, after this last exam new contacts were ordered. After wearing them for several days I notice my vision is not as good as it was before. I know this can be caused by different things but I was wondering if different examiners could be an issue.

March 18, 2013

Dr. O is wonderful and does an excellent job. I know he is very busy, but sometimes I feel that he is rushed when it's my turn to be seen.

March 13, 2013

I recommend Dr.Olafsson to everybody I know. He really listens to your concerns about your sight.

February 28, 2013

Dr. Olafson is excellent, but since he isn't at the Moran daily, he is a bit tricky to get an appointment with.

February 25, 2013

Dr. O is always great at explaining exactly what is going on as well as taking my comfort in consideration when making decisions about treatment. He always lets me voice my opinion and always takes exceptional care in dealing with my condition.

February 11, 2013

Dr. O. has been invaluable to my kids care and a trusted physician. Shows interest and care.

February 04, 2013

I just wish Dr. Olaffson wasn't an out of network provider.

January 31, 2013

I so appreciate Dr. Olaffson's knowledge and care for my eyes.

January 08, 2013

Dr. Olafsson makes me feel comfortable. He always takes time to answer any questions I may have. He inquires about my current contacts and usage to make future decisions with me.

December 24, 2012

Dr. Olafsson is awesome! I have total confidence in him.

November 19, 2012

We trust the Dr. and his assistants and this brings peace for us. We travel 3 hours to see this Doctor

October 09, 2012

it was ok

October 08, 2012

Was pleased that both Dr. Farr & Dr. Olafson fielded my questions about the cataract surgery & how it would work with my contacts/glasses.

October 05, 2012

simply the best.

September 27, 2012

Dr. Olafson is the best and is the only person I trust with my vision and eyes.

September 24, 2012

LOVE Dr. Olafsson

September 10, 2012

I've been coming to Dr. Olaffson for quite a few years. He and his students have always been very helpful in explaining and very courteous.

September 04, 2012

Dr. O always takes the time to thoroughly examine and make sure that all my questions are answered.

September 04, 2012

he can never ever retire!!!

August 27, 2012

Dr Olafsson was extremely helpful and kind to me at this appointment

July 30, 2012

Dr. Olafsson is the best.

July 23, 2012

moran clinic is excellent. I USE it coming from FL!

July 20, 2012

Dr. Olaffson is the BEST!!!! He should train all other physicians in communication and "bedside manner." I love him. And his staff!

July 16, 2012

a very good experience

July 02, 2012

I like Dr. Olafsson very much. I am very frustrated that my last two annual exams at Moran took so much time. At least I was able to use the internet while there.

June 23, 2012

Dr. Olafsson is pretty amazing - there is not a problem he can not handle!

June 11, 2012

Only reason I wouldn't recommend Olaffson is that he is very busy on the days that he is at Moran

June 11, 2012

They are aware that my time is valuable as well

June 08, 2012

Dr. Olaffson was as always, fantastic, helpful and professional.

May 03, 2012

Dr. Olafsson is the best!

April 25, 2012

Dr.Olafson is one of the best doctors I have ever worked with, I have alot of my health issues that are complex and so does my daughter, so I interact with alot of doctors. A trip to the Dr. is often more frustrating than helpful, but my visits with Dr. Olafson are always a good experience and I really appreciate that about him.

April 11, 2012

Dr Olafson is very Thorough, leaving nothing unturned

April 05, 2012

I love Dr. Olafsson. He is excellent. I have very high confidence in him.

April 05, 2012

When we left the office, we felt frustrated. We felt that the doctor did not validate our concerns or provide us with guidance and reassurance of the care of our daughter. We felt that he talked to us in a very demeaning way and that our concerns were inconsequential. We understand that he sees patients on a daily basis, even babies with contact lens, but it is the first time for us to have to make sure that the contact lens was fitting properly so our daughter could have the best chance of seeing. Instead of leaving the office feeling that we were on the right track and we were doing everything right, we felt the doctor thought we had wasted his time and that what we were saying was happening to the contact lens falling off our daughters eye was common and we should have known that.

April 05, 2012

In my 2 hours at the clinic, I spent ~10 minutes with Dr. Olfson. It was clear that the doctor was running late because I felt his examination rushed. Having been a patient since 1999, I feel that Dr. Olfson is spending less time for routine eye examinations.

March 21, 2012

Dr. Olafsson is exceptional with patients and his knowledge is exceptional as well.