Dr. Alan W. Solway, MD | Livonia, MI | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Alan Solway is an ophthalmologist with 47 years of experience treating conditions of the eye. He earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the United States Army Medical Center. Dr. Solway speaks English.

He practices at Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital with locations in Livonia and Southfield, Michigan. Dr. Solway specializes in treating cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma. His procedures include retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and comprehensive eye exams. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.2 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
3.2

16 Ratings
47 years of experience
34 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
United States Army Medical Center
11 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

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Dr. Solway's Ratings and Reviews

3.2

16 Ratings with 11 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 22 Minutes

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Dr. Solway?

Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Had a good bedside manner: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Spent time with me: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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I CALLED TO MAKE AN APPT FOR MY BROTHER RONALD BOIK. THE RECEPTIOIST WAS VERY RUDE. I CALLED BETWEEN 9 AND NOON. SHE WOULD NOT MAKE AN APT FOR RON OR REFER ME TO ANOTHER DR. HOW RUDE IS SHE. I DID NOT GET HER NAME. IF I DID THAT WHEN I WORKED, I WOULD GET FIRED. THANKS, CINDY HENK

Did Well

Needs Improvement

Had a good bedside manner

October 11th, 2019

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I had a 1:45 appointment, got to Solway's office at 1:50, went in only to find that there are 5 other patients ahead of me...I sat there for 15 minutes...not a single patient was called..the lady at the front desk rudely said, "yes there are 5 people ahead of you, you might want to reschedule" I figured 5 other people, 15 minutes each, I won't get to see the eye doctor until maybe 3:00 if I am lucky...let me ask you...if I went to my eye doctor an hour and 15 minutes late for my appointment..do you think they would see me??? This doctor does not keep him commitment to the appointment we had. If enough people start walking out of these places...these doctors will quit taking patients and their time for granted. Had Catarat surgery, my sight is still not right...I will find a different doctor..I would NOT recommend this place

August 28th, 2019

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I recently had to get eye surgery to remove my cataracts. My doctor is Michael Rasansky, who has the best bedside manner with the ability to relax. I recommend him to anyone that needs surgery. You'll love him too

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 29th, 2018

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My patient experience with Dr. Solway was not acceptable. I found him to be very dismissive, impatient, arrogant, and adverse to clearly answering a question that I had concerning a diagnosis and procedure that he advised having done during a recent office visit. Subsequently, I called the office manager to discuss this unacceptable experience, and told her that if Dr. Solway were, in fact, tired of seeing patients, perhaps he should consider discontinuing the practice of medicine.

Did Well

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

November 23rd, 2016

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Dr. Solway was extremely curt and told me that he didn't have time to explain a question I had about a surgical procedure. His staff was much more courteous than he.

Did Well

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

November 18th, 2016

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Great Physician - a patient for over 20 years

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 26th, 2015

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Great doctor!! I'm so thankful a colleague referred me to Dr. Solway, I wouldn't take my family anywhere else!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 6th, 2015

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Dr. Solway is just great and his staff is outstanding also.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 20th, 2015

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Horrible doctor. Egotistical gerk. Do not see him!

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Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

November 17th, 2012

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Very experienced and knowledgable

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 30th, 2012

Comprehensive Vision Center

32410 5 Mile RdLivonia, MI 48154

Mon8:00 am - 3:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 3:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 3:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 3:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 3:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Straith Hospital

23901 Lahser RdSouthfield, MI 48033

Tel: (248) 357-3360


Dr. Alan Warren Solway, MD	Dr. Carl Alan Williams	Dr. Visionworks Auburn Hills	Dr. Visionworks Washtenaw Commons
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients
3.2 (16 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
47 Years of Experience	47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Livonia , MI	Detroit , MI	Lake Orion , MI	Ann Arbor , MI
Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Ophthalmology

Blindness
Cataract
Diabetic Retinopathy
Eye Exam
Eye Pain
Glaucoma
Lasik Surgery
Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
Macular Degeneration
Vision Issues

Dr. Alan Warren Solway holds an expired medical license in the state of Michigan.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Michigan that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at United States Army Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Wayne State University School Of Medicine in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Solway's NPI number is 1780651281.

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What languages does Dr. Alan Solway speak?: Dr. Alan Solway speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alan Solway affiliated with?: Dr. Alan Solway is affiliated with Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital.
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