Dr. Alan E. Hein, MD | Woodbury, MN | Optometrist

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Dr. Hein works in Woodbury, MN and 2 other locations and specializes in Optometry. Dr. Hein is affiliated with Rush Copley Medical Center.

accepting new patients
4.7

64 Ratings
48 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
64 written reviews
1 award
1 specialty
2 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

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

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4.7

64 Ratings with 64 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (45) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Had a good bedside manner: (50) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
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Provided follow-up after the visit: (29) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (31) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Staff was courteous: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)

Patients express high satisfaction with Dr. Alan E Hein, noting his friendliness, professionalism, and thorough approach to eye examinations. He is often described as knowledgeable, efficient, and willing to take time to answer questions clearly, building trust with his patients. However, some patients mention a few negatives, such as instances of rushed interactions or administrative oversights, like forgetting to send a prescription. Overall, patients generally appreciate Dr. Hein's personable demeanor and the care they receive during their visits.

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Very informative, not rushed and willing to spend the time to answer your questions and get to know lifestyle and vision needs.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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July 24th, 2026

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This is the 3rd or 4th time in a row that I've been treated by Dr Hein for my eyes. After the 1st visit, I've now always scheduled my annual eye checkup with him. He is very competent, knowledgeable, friendly, personable, efficient and timely. I trust his opinion and he always makes you feel heard and cared for. He remembers me and what we talked about last time.

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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
Saw me in a timely manner

Needs Improvement

July 18th, 2026

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It was great everything went smoothly.

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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
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

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June 26th, 2026

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Friendly and took time to explain and answer my questions.

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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
Saw me in a timely manner

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June 10th, 2026

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Did a very thorough job! Got me in right away! He definitely know his stuff. Would highly recommend him.

May 21st, 2026

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Very professional, friendly. All business.

May 14th, 2026

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Visit was efficient and effective. Tests and referral all done.

May 12th, 2026

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He forgot to send my prescription to Walgreens. I don’t have it and my eye is in significant discomfort

April 24th, 2026

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I’m was very happy with my visit with Dr Hein

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

Needs Improvement

April 7th, 2026

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Dr. Hein was friendly and matter of fact about my vision exam results. I would recommend him for any eye needs.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

Needs Improvement

April 7th, 2026

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Dr. Alan E Hein, MD	Roy E Peterson	Luonna Lori Burns	Curtis Patrick Knight
Optometry	Optometry	Optometry	Optometry
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No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
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Dr. Alan E Hein holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

Doctor Of Optometry with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2025.

NPI Number

Dr. Hein's NPI number is 1952324048.

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