Swagel Wootton Eye Institute was founded in 1962 by Dr. James Wootton, with Dr. Lorin Swagel later joining to form Swagel Wootton Eye Institute. For 60 years, Swagel Wootton Eye Institute has been caring for the vision health need of the East Valley.
As an ophthalmology practice rooted in surgical and medical services, we place the needs of our patients first, investing in industry-leading technology, including advanced cataract lens implants, laser-assisted cataract surgery, Femtosecond and Wavelight® lasers, and Contoura® and Vario testing, to ensure patient safety, comfort, and high-quality results. Under the leadership of Medical Director Dr. Loan Ramsey, renowned refractive and cataract surgeon, the Swagel Wootton Eye Institute had increased its scope of service and streamlined the patient experience.
Our dedicated team of eyecare experts can address a variety of eye health concerns ranging from cataracts and refractive errors to dry eye, glaucoma, and retinal issues. Swagel Wootton’s board-certified eye doctors are committed to delivering the highest-quality eyecare in the East Valley and have improved the lives of thousands of patients through customized vision correction procedures.
Swagel Wootton Eye Institute’s mission is to improve lives through better vision and outstanding patient experiences.
ServicesSwagel Wootton Eye Institute is an ophthalmology practice with a 60-year history of excellence in Arizona. We are rooted in ophthalmic services, both surgical and medical, and have a dedicated team of eye doctors to address a variety of eye health concerns ranging from cataracts and refractive errors to dry eye, glaucoma, and retinal issues.
I really like Dr Hammond but did not like being seen by Dr Crump, she was rude and patronizing. She was not familiar with my case. After having cataract surgery, and getting a multi focal lens in one eye, I had issues with my sight. She insisted I jus5 got the surgery to get rid of the cataracts but did not consider the multifocal lens and her solution was a RX for glasses instead of focusing on my specific issue. I did the surgery and get multifocal lens so I did not have to wear glasses but she did not want to listen to me. She also inserted tear duct plugs for my dry eyes and did not tell me there was a charge for it. After seeing her, I saw Dr Hammond and he said the plugs had fallen out so he inserted new ones. When I went back to see Crump, she said the original plugs would no5 have fallen out and Hammond put plugs in on top of her plugs. My vision got worse after cataract surgery. Dr Hammond said the lenses moved so he did lasik surgery. I wish he would have told me how painful it was going to be. After this surgery, my vision got even worse. He told me there is still healing and swelling to be reduced and be patient. I am very concerned.