Robert O. Hoffman, MD

UofU Patient
August 20, 2019
the doctor are very compressive and we are very thankful with her

UofU Patient
November 14, 2018
I would easily recommend Dr. Hoffman - but not the facility. The wait time was beyond ridiculous. The waiting room felt dirty and smelled bad. Overall, this was a terrible experience for us. I understand busy offices, but this was ridiculous. I hope something can be done about the communication with patients about wait time, so others don't have a similar experience that we did. And possibly warn patients before their appointments so they can plan accordingly with time, food, expectations, etc.

UofU Patient
April 21, 2018
I love how efficient dr Hoffman is and how he still makes the time to answer questions and make us feel like he cares. good balance.

UofU Patient
April 21, 2018
very friendly and fun

UofU Patient
September 20, 2017
great doctor, very thorough and great with babies

UofU Patient
August 22, 2016
Dr. Hoffman was very thorough and he was very understanding of my sons anxiety and was very gentle and patient with him.

UofU Patient
April 24, 2016
Dr. Hoffman and Dr. Chaya were excellent. They performed surgery on my daughter and came and talked to me before, during, and after surgery. The next day appointment with Dr. Chaya was great as well. He spent as much time with him as we needed. He was very kind and answered all questions we had. Dr. Hoffman and Dr. Chaya completed two procedures at once and saved my baby from a second surgery.

UofU Patient
November 07, 2015
Dr. Hoffman is worth the long waiting room times. Both my kids go there and he is fantastic with them.

UofU Patient
November 07, 2015
Dr hoffman takes good care of us we have great confidence in his knowledge and skill. We do feel a little rushed in the office though.

UofU Patient
November 04, 2015
Could not have been more surprised and thankful for the results of my sons surgery. Dr. Hoffman mentioned during this appt not giving false hope on the results. He was very frank about the fact that we may not get desired results. I was very pleased with the way he handled that aspect prior to the surgery as well as his no nonsense and blunt approach to my sons vision issues. No sugar coating, straight forward; I like that.

UofU Patient
October 08, 2015
we love him... so smart!

UofU Patient
October 07, 2015
My first experience with Dr. Hoffman was very positive. I understood everything he said to me. He drew a picture of what surgery he was going to perform to correct my eye problems. He cautioned me about the problems that may occur after surgery.

UofU Patient
October 07, 2015
this care provider is a great person. he truly cares for my child and his best interest.

UofU Patient
September 04, 2015
I can not imagine how patients are seen in one day, just based on the time that we were there. It does make one wonder a bit how the Dr. could have enough time to review history, make recommendations etc. The reviews are favorable in the outcome of Dr. Hoffman's care so maybe he is just that good.

UofU Patient
August 04, 2015
Dr. Hoffman was excellent. We were late to our appointment and the last patient of the day. He took all the time we needed to make sure all of our questions and concerns were addressed. I was very impressed with him.

UofU Patient
August 03, 2015
loved dr Hoffman

UofU Patient
July 24, 2015
i have never had a bad experience. the doctor is very nice and very attentive to our questions and concerns.

UofU Patient
July 24, 2015
again, spending 2.5 hours to see Dr. Hoffman for a grand total of 10 minutes is a waste of time. People have things they need to do OTHER than watching Mulan and Cinderella in a waiting room.

UofU Patient
July 22, 2015
Dr Hoffman was great. He was very helpful. I did feel that he was rushing me through my questions which was frustrating after driving four hours to see him. I didn't have a lot to ask, but I did have to rush to get through them so that he could get to his next patients.

UofU Patient
July 15, 2015
I feel he is the best except it is so long before I can get in to see him between appointments. it will be close to a year until I get help with my eyesight.

UofU Patient
July 09, 2014
Excellent!

UofU Patient
July 04, 2014
Dr. Hoffman is a wonderful physician. He was very friendly and explained everything that was going to happen during the surgery that I had.

UofU Patient
June 15, 2014
Fewer patients see per hour, and more coordinated wait experience would be helpful.

UofU Patient
June 14, 2014
Dr Hoffmann talks very fast and seemed to be in an extreme hurry.

UofU Patient
June 13, 2014
Dr. Hoffman is the best! I feel like miracles were performed on my eyes and he played a huge role in that.

UofU Patient
June 10, 2014
Dr. Hoffman had a very hectic morning but was willing to make sure we understood our son's progress and what to watch for and anticipate until we see him again. He did a good job juggling his work load and connecting with us. Thank you for your care and expertise

UofU Patient
June 02, 2014
dr Hoffman is amazing

UofU Patient
March 19, 2014
Dr. Hoffman was wonderful. Explained everything so I could understand.

UofU Patient
February 12, 2014
The Dr. Often comes across as unwilling to take needed time and very focused on his own agenda rather than discussing problems/concerns in order to adequately problem solves. Comes across as judgmental and arrogant especially when asked questions about care/treatment.

UofU Patient
February 10, 2014
Dr. Hoffman has been a blessing for the girls.

UofU Patient
January 27, 2014
I feel very good about the experience and knowledge that Dr. Hoffman appears to have and I feel I am in very good hands and have told my friends and family this as well.

UofU Patient
January 20, 2014
He even said I was free to call and talk to him if I had any concerns which was a great relief.

UofU Patient
January 13, 2014
Really enjoy going to Dr. Hoffman

UofU Patient
January 13, 2014
Dr Hoffman is amazing....that's why we are willing to drive so far and wait for so long!! :)

UofU Patient
January 12, 2014
Too rushed. Doctor seem to be in a hurry.

UofU Patient
January 07, 2014
I can tell that Dr. Hoffman is not a real people person, but is is always professional and I trust him completely with my son's eye care.

UofU Patient
January 07, 2014
I can tell that Dr. Hoffman is not a real people person, but he is always professional and relatively patient with my boys, and I trust him completely with their eye care.

UofU Patient
December 26, 2013
Dr. Hoffman always takes the time to answer questions and to explain what is going on with my daughter's eyes.

UofU Patient
December 11, 2013
Dr. Hoffman is really nice and good with the kids

UofU Patient
December 06, 2013
We've been seeing Dr. Hoffman for 10+ years and he has never disappointed us. He is very intelligent and thorough. We recommend him to everyone we know.

UofU Patient
November 25, 2013
Liked our interaction with Dr. Hoffmann, but it was very rushed. Too many appointments scheduled for the day!

UofU Patient
November 18, 2013
We were willing to wait 5 months for an appointment with Dr. Hoffman, we understand that he is the best.

UofU Patient
November 16, 2013
We love Dr. Hoffman! He was so patient with our little girl who was scared and we ended our visit with her relaxed and cooperative

UofU Patient
November 11, 2013
Dr. Hoffman is INCREDIBLE! He is caring and kind. He makes me feel like I really can get through this rough time with my son.

UofU Patient
November 11, 2013
Dr. Hoffman is outstanding and I wouldn't want to see any other doctor for our daughter's care.

UofU Patient
November 11, 2013
i know that Dr. Hoffman is specialized in this arrea I just want to go in there and not feel belittled or that we made a big deal out of nothing. I do know that with his new RX he can see better and his teachers have noticed a diffrence.

UofU Patient
November 09, 2013
Dr. Hoffman just seemed rushed - which I'm sure he was - given that there is a 6 month waiting period to see him.

UofU Patient
November 01, 2013
From DAY 1 with Doc Hoffman, I have felt confident and supported. He has always explained things in a way that I understand and leaves no questions.

UofU Patient
October 16, 2013
I was very happy with the Dr. and staff they were all very friendly and nice. This was my first time so I am hoping that I will not always wait as long as I did to see the Doctor.

UofU Patient
October 16, 2013
dr h is amazing, amazing and again amazing.

UofU Patient
October 07, 2013
Mixed feelings. A little disappointed that I did not get complete correction for my double vision problem but, reasonably satisfied with the outcome.

UofU Patient
September 23, 2013
Care provider seemed in a hurry and did most of his communication with an assistant.

UofU Patient
September 02, 2013
Care provider seemed in too much of a hurry to make me feel very good about the experience

UofU Patient
August 28, 2013
Received excellant care with complete success on problem. Thank you!

UofU Patient
August 26, 2013
Dr. Hoffman and his staff went out of their way to make sure we understood every thing

UofU Patient
August 24, 2013
I've been going to Dr. Hoffman since I was a baby. He's really good. My mom says he takes good care of my eyes.

UofU Patient
August 19, 2013
Very brief, cursory exam after waiting nearly 90 minutes.

UofU Patient
August 19, 2013
Usually when I've had an appointment I feel like I get all the information and understand what is being said. This time I didn't feel that at all. I didn't even know my daughter's prescription had changed and she needed new glasses until I was walking out of the office and I asked what the paper was they handed me. Then the typed up notes from the visit had conditions listed on it that I didn't know what the words meant - I am pretty well educated, again this was never discussed with me. I was very unsatisfied with this visit.

UofU Patient
August 19, 2013
Rushed me through. Not that interested about why I came in, but more interested about what he could tell me. Doesn't seem to like kids. Strong opinions (which is fine, but open mindedness is also a likable quality.)

UofU Patient
August 16, 2013
Dr. Hoffman was extremely professional and nice. The resident, however, who met with us prior to Dr. Hoffman came off as aloof and arrogant. I was not pleased with his demeanor. The medical student that observed as very respectful and nice.

UofU Patient
August 12, 2013
I love the doctor but he is difficult to get in touch with. I have tried leaving messages with the front desk only to peek over the desk and see that NOTHING had being written down. It took over one month to get one prescription for my child because of information not being relayed to the doctor. I feel the office takes in more patients than they can actually handle.

UofU Patient
August 11, 2013
We absolutely trust and love working with Dr.Hoffman who treats the patient and parent with respect and answers all questions patiently to our satisfaction.

UofU Patient
July 24, 2013
I really like him as a person and have had good experience and relationship with him. But this time it was very obvious how hurried he was and the wait and reason for even having to be there just seemed so redundant and frustrating.

UofU Patient
July 22, 2013
We love Dr. Hoffman. We are so fortunate to have him caring for our daughter. He is accessible, concerned, practical and clear. Love him!

UofU Patient
July 19, 2013
I recommend Dr. Hoffman all the time to parents of children that I teach.

UofU Patient
July 05, 2013
Dr. Hoffman's knowledge and experience were greatly appreciated. My daughter had a positive visit with Dr. Hoffman. I am grateful for the time and concern he gave my child.

UofU Patient
June 03, 2013
We have been seeing Dr. Hoffman since my son was 14 months old (he is now 9 years old). He is an excellent physician and always takes the time to explain things to both my son and me. His staff is great with children and the office is very kid friendly. We have recommended and will continue to recommend Dr. Hoffman to our friends and family.

UofU Patient
June 03, 2013
great, everyone is really friendly and smart too

UofU Patient
May 31, 2013
The care is excellent but getting an appointment and the wait time is ridiculous. Best be prepared with an overnight bag when arriving for services!

UofU Patient
May 29, 2013
i like dr hoffman allot he is so good with kids and very good at what he dose

UofU Patient
May 27, 2013
top notch the best

UofU Patient
May 27, 2013
Excellent service and demeanor

UofU Patient
May 27, 2013
Dr. Hoffman is great, very friendly and warm.

UofU Patient
May 20, 2013
good

UofU Patient
May 19, 2013
Our little girl has grown to be comfortable with Dr. Hoffman and we appreciate the level of care he provides.

UofU Patient
May 17, 2013
Dr. Hoffman is a well-known name among families with children who wear glasses. He always is very helpful and I feel confident that we're given the correct solution/remedy for the issues present.

UofU Patient
May 13, 2013
I have high confidence in my Doctor. He delivered what was promised.

UofU Patient
May 10, 2013
We have been seeing Dr. Hoffman for 14 years. He has always been exceptional.

UofU Patient
May 10, 2013
Dr. Hoffman is an excellent doctor and is great with my daughter, makes it difficult for me to decide if I should find a different doctor due to excessive wait time.

UofU Patient
April 22, 2013
I was disappointed in the bedside manor of the doctor. my younger son who is 5 got out of his chair to watch what the doctor was doing, and he snapped at him and told him to sit back down, now, he will have his turn.

UofU Patient
April 22, 2013
he was fast and efficient but a little short with my 2 year old who had just waited for 2 hours! and was a little restless.

UofU Patient
April 12, 2013
recommendations only with huge warnings that you will not enjoy your visit because the wait time is too long and the waiting room is too crowded

UofU Patient
April 11, 2013
Dr Hoffman may be good at his field but he was not "kid friendly" at all. just in a hurry. very rude - I was trying to ease my son's fears but he just rudely said "sit down on that chair and don't move!"

UofU Patient
April 04, 2013
Dr. Hoffman is a wonderful doctor. We have great confidence in his knowledge and care for our daughter.

UofU Patient
April 01, 2013
He was in and out quickly.

UofU Patient
March 24, 2013
Always amazing.

UofU Patient
March 18, 2013
Always a good experience...thank you!

UofU Patient
February 21, 2013
A no nonsense kind of Dr. But he was still great. Do wish he would call and tell results of MRI. We have waited a couple weeks. I'm sure no news must be good news, but it still would be nice to hear it from the Dr.

UofU Patient
February 08, 2013
Have recommended Dr. Hoffman on several occasions. He has been great to work with.

UofU Patient
February 08, 2013
good

UofU Patient
February 04, 2013
It was very nice to see how Dr. Hoffman took the time to explain what was going on about my daughter's eye problem, and also the way he made us feel relieve after all the tests were done on her.

UofU Patient
January 28, 2013
Dr. Hoffman has been amazing with us every time we have seen him. He truly seems to care about Giana's well being and is seriously one of the best doctors we have ever seen. He is personable and kind to us each time, and we just love him! His demeanor made this difficult time in our lives much easier.

UofU Patient
January 23, 2013
The doctor exam was fast. When he was done with the exam he dictated his notes about our case right in front of us. It was a little awkward!

UofU Patient
January 14, 2013
Glad we brought my son in. The Dr. was very good explaining the situation and path forward.

UofU Patient
December 26, 2012
good

UofU Patient
December 26, 2012
dr hoffman made me feel like i made the wrong decision to go to the moran at redwood. that is just the feeling i got. he did not come out and say it he just looked irritated

UofU Patient
December 24, 2012
Absolutely baffled at the diagnosis. We were told by numerous doctors that patient needed surgery to correct vision problem and Dr. Hoffman stated that he eyes were fine. We are still trying to understand that.

UofU Patient
December 21, 2012
I like Dr Hoffman's "think out loud" way of explaining my particular situation...

UofU Patient
December 19, 2012
By the time I got back to see Dr Hoffman, he rushed through our appt so I could get out. But I didn't have time to ask him any questions or anything

UofU Patient
December 18, 2012
The doctor never looked at my son's eyes. He came into the room and said "his tear ducts are definitely blocked". We waited two hours for him to tell us what we already knew & schedule a surgery. I wish we could've saved time & gas and done that part over the phone. Since he never looked at his eyes anyway!

UofU Patient
December 07, 2012
The doctor seemed very knowledgeable and good, but rushed.

UofU Patient
November 06, 2012
Dr Hoffman was kind of business like and not very friendly with the kids. He also dictated his notes/letters while we sat in the room with two wiggly crying kids, it was kind of uncomfortable. I feel confident in his abilities and he explained things in a way that was easy to understand.

UofU Patient
November 05, 2012
Dr. Hoffman is an excellent Dr. I really enjoy him. He is very knowledgable in his field and does a godd job, especially when checking my Daughter Rachel. He is just really good and informs me of things and answers my questions about Rachel when I ask them. He has been seeing Rachel since she was about 4 or 5 years old. He is just really good with her.

UofU Patient
October 22, 2012
Dr. Hoffman snapped at my daughter who was also in the room, and cut my questions short, seeming not to have time or concern about the questions I had.

UofU Patient
October 16, 2012
Dr. Hoffman has been amazing for the last 11 years!

UofU Patient
October 11, 2012
After driving 14 hours round trip, I thought there would be more to my appointment than the 20-25 minutes Dr. Hoffman spent with me doing the same things that the Dr. in Boise did with me. I guess my expectations were greater than what transpired.

UofU Patient
October 08, 2012
Both the resident and Dr Hoffman were very good.

UofU Patient
October 01, 2012
Dr. Hoffman is an excellent opthamologist and he has a good bedside manner. He answers questions well and gives opportunity to ask questions.

UofU Patient
September 04, 2012
If you have 3 hours for every appointment, this a great place to go. Excellent skilled professional.

UofU Patient
September 04, 2012
I am answering this based on the surgery AND follow-up. Dr. Hoffman is not warm and fuzzy but he is friendly and courteous. (Not complaining, just saying.) His staff however WAS warm and fuzzy. All of them.

UofU Patient
August 30, 2012
He was able to fix a problem that had occurred in a previous surgery and now my eye is straight so I will recommend him to everyone.

UofU Patient
August 25, 2012
It was just a consultation, so I am not yet sure if I will recommend him yet.

UofU Patient
August 24, 2012
Dr. Hoffman really knows his stuff.

UofU Patient
August 24, 2012
Dr. Hoffmann and his staff have always been good to us.

UofU Patient
August 24, 2012
Dr. Hoffman is an excellent doctor and I would not take my kids to see anyone else.

UofU Patient
August 15, 2012
I would recommend him, but always state that the office stay is extremely long.

UofU Patient
August 13, 2012
Dr. Hoffman always does a great job explaining where we are at and where to go from there. Completely comfortable with him as a doctor and have recommended him in the past - and will continue to do so.

UofU Patient
August 13, 2012
I really liked Dr. Hoffman and his staff but if the wait is always like that at his office, I don't think I would recommend him to anyone.

UofU Patient
August 10, 2012
Hoffman is great but the visit took WAY too long and time with Hoffman seemed rushed due to having too many patients scheduled.

UofU Patient
August 10, 2012
Dr. H. is tops and always has great students

UofU Patient
August 06, 2012
Dr. Hoffman was wonderful.

UofU Patient
August 06, 2012
I have recommended this office to relatives but with the understanding that they know there will be a long wait time even with an appointment.

UofU Patient
July 23, 2012
I very much appreciated the level of depth and explanation that I got from Dr. Hoffman.

UofU Patient
July 16, 2012
Dr. Hoffman has a very no-nonsense, brusque manner. It's very clear his tolerance level for children and childish behavior is low. I'm confused as to why he would choose a specialty involving children.

UofU Patient
July 13, 2012
Dr. Hoffman was fantastic! He's always great, but on this visit, Thor had a black eye that prevented him from getting his regular eye exam. Dr. Hoffman saw Thor right away and prevented us from waiting an extra long time to be told that we'd have to res

UofU Patient
July 03, 2012
I felt a little rushed and not sure the doctor understood all my concerns.

UofU Patient
June 12, 2012
Dr. Hoffman made me feel comforable about my condition and I was impressed by his confidence in his knowledge and about doing my surgery.

UofU Patient
June 08, 2012
Dr Hoffman is the best!

UofU Patient
June 06, 2012
Doctor was having an off day,not quit as nice. I asked a qu. He blurted out No Way

UofU Patient
June 04, 2012
Dr. Hoffman is a great doctor. He came highly recommended to us and we have been happy with his care. His "bedside manner" is a little curt. He always seems to be in a hurry.

UofU Patient
June 01, 2012
I recommend Hoffman all of the time.

UofU Patient
April 27, 2012
Dr. Hoffman truly is a gentleman and a scholar! He obviously knows his practice thoroughly and yet he is humble and kind. It's very reasuring that my delicate eyes are in good hands of a man who is capable, steady, and careful, as well as caring.

UofU Patient
April 17, 2012
Dr. Hoffman is a very busy doctor. There is usually a long wait in the office and appointments are scheduled several months in advance. He is usually rushed in his visits so doesn't spend much time in the exam room, which is understandable given his schedule. However, we feel like he is a very competent physician.

UofU Patient
April 10, 2012
Dr. Hoffman is very busy. He spends the time he needs to get the job finished well, but there is a distinct feeling he is in a rush. Clearly he is squeezing in lots of patients.

UofU Patient
April 09, 2012
good experience

UofU Patient
April 04, 2012
i would highly recommend you guys!

UofU Patient
April 03, 2012
Dr. Hoffman is highly recommended in my book.

UofU Patient
March 23, 2012
Dr Hoffman was very warm and friendly, he made us feel comfortable and he took great care of us

UofU Patient
March 23, 2012
We love Dr. Hoffman. He is so cute with my son and even involved my little 2 year old. We are glad we go to him.

UofU Patient
March 09, 2012
Because the nurse had not notated the chart properly and he doctor was unaware that we were there for a pre op appointment, the explanations that he gave to us and to the student who was shadowing him, we're way off base. For example, he stated that the condition was a result of congenital third nerve palsy, while the condition was not present at birth. He said nothing about surgery until the parent informed him that that was what we had come for. It was confusing to say he least and hard to be confident about returning for surgery the next week.

UofU Patient
February 03, 2012
The doctor, resident doctor, and nurse all were very kind and helpful

UofU Patient
February 03, 2012
I would recommend Dr Hoffman and have but I always say the wait time is pretty bad so I leave it up to the person if they want to try and see him.

UofU Patient
February 03, 2012
Dr. Hoffman is a great doctor. When I tell other people about the doctor I warn them extensively on how horrible the office is ran and the ridiculousness of the wait time.

UofU Patient
February 01, 2012
I am fortunate to have found a doctor that is as compassionate and understanding as Dr. Hoffman in my daughter's care.

UofU Patient
January 31, 2012
You asked... I was very disappointed with the staff, particularly Dr. Hoffman. For being a clinic specializing in children he was not at all friendly with my kids. In fact he was almost rude. There was, however, an intern I think he was, with whom I was happy; he was nice.

UofU Patient
January 31, 2012
We love Dr. Hoffman. We have a great deal of confidence in him. We were able to ask questions and get answers.

UofU Patient
January 31, 2012
I have trusted my vision to Dr Hoffman and Dr Patel as well as my life. I am so blessed to have them working on my case. they are the best you could ask for.

UofU Patient
January 31, 2012
Dr. Hoffman is amazing!

UofU Patient
January 27, 2012
Dr. Hoffman has been especially helpful in providing good care and referrals to providers as needed. He is an exceptionally good doctor in my opinion.

UofU Patient
January 24, 2012
Dr Hoffman is the greatest dr in the world!! love him! totally put us at ease.

UofU Patient
January 20, 2012
Dr. Hoffman is a wonderful ophthalmologist. He has made our experience with our son's Port Wine Stain much more bearable. He is knowledgeable and easy to talk to. We are very lucky to have him as our doctor for our son.

UofU Patient
January 17, 2012
The thing I did not like was that the doctor made the referring doctor sound mistaken. I did not appreciate that.

UofU Patient
January 17, 2012
Dr. Hoffman is always very informative and professional. We feel Like out son is under the care of one of the best!

UofU Patient
January 13, 2012
excellent!

UofU Patient
January 11, 2012
We love Dr. Hoffman.

UofU Patient
January 11, 2012
I am hoping that i get dr hoffmans letter in the mail about my daughters recent visit so i can know what even happened

UofU Patient
January 06, 2012
good

UofU Patient
January 03, 2012
He was in a hurry, but it seemed that they schedule too many pts in one day. You can't spend a lot of time with pts when you are seeing so many