Sara Vandegrift, OD

Languages:

English

Specialties:

Optometry
Patient Rating
4.9 / 5 (400 Reviews)

Sara Vandegrift, OD, is an optometrist at Medical Associates Clinic in Dubuque, Iowa. She is a Dubuque native, and provides routine and preventive care of the eyes as well as the diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases affecting the eye and vision.

Eye Care Department

Locations

Credentials

Medical School

Illinois College of Optometry - 2020

Ratings and Reviews

Distribution

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88 Comments
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Question Rating Breakdown

0.0
"Seen By Provider In Timely Manner"
4.9
"Provider gave enough information "
4.9
"Provider Listened"
0.0
"Trust Provider With Care"
0.0
"Provider Knew Medical History"
0.0
"Knew what to do if questions"
4.9
"Provider Would Recommend"
4.9
"Providers Courtesy and Respect"

What Patients Are Saying

3 Stars
February 04, 2026
"I like her. She's a good doctor. She's friendly and she's hospital. And yes, I would recommend anybody to go see her. Thank you."
5 Stars
January 28, 2026
"Dr.V. Went out the way to squeeze me into her busy schedule, she listened, examined my eyes, and took time to explain her diagnosis. She also gave me an eye wash and explained its use. I never felt rushed. All doctors can take a lesson from Dr. V."
5 Stars
January 26, 2026
"Dr. Vandegrift was attentive to my concerns and discussed options with me. Very much appreciated!"
5 Stars
January 22, 2026
"I was very pleased with my interaction with Dr. Vandegrift and her staff. MA staff are why I keep using MA as my specialty clinic."
5 Stars
January 21, 2026
"Happy with my new doctor"
5 Stars
January 14, 2026
"It was a very thorough examination and my questions were answered!"
5 Stars
January 07, 2026
"Dr. Vandegrift was very thorough and listened to my questions and answered thoughtfully."
5 Stars
December 31, 2025
"Sara was a good listener and helped me understand macaular degeneration as never before. She also addressed a poor fit for my glasses. Then she said how good Bob was in the Optical Drpartment. He solved my 2 problem areas like no one else was able to do. Excellent visit. So happy to have Dr. Vandegrift now."
5 Stars
December 18, 2025
"Always great care here!"
4 Stars
December 12, 2025
"Probably the best checkup I have ever had."
5 Stars
December 11, 2025
"First time I have seen Sara & she was wonderful answering all my questions."
5 Stars
December 11, 2025
"Dr Daley is a wonderful physician. I just had my first cataract surgery and was nervous about it due to other medical issues I have. He listened to me and was highly understanding and supportive . He explained the procedure and was not rushed, he was positive and friendly and put me at ease right away. The procedure went well and from start to finish I just had the best trust and confidence in him. 5 stars to both him and his staff ! I will highly recommend him him !"
5 Stars
December 10, 2025
"Everyone is just so nice!"
5 Stars
December 08, 2025
"The technician doing the field of vision test was extremely helpful. She provided insights into how the test worked and how to do it successfully. She was very pleasant and professional. Dr Vandegrift was thorough and took time to answer all my questions."
5 Stars
December 04, 2025
"Each visit that I have had at this place has been very pleasant and informative. The nurses and staff talked me through everything that was going on and told me what they were doing and why. Going in nervous I was very comfortable once I got in there with them."
5 Stars
December 03, 2025
"Hi, this is my first appointment with doctor after being with [REDACTED]r for, I don't know, 15 years or whatever. So it was great. It was just as good as always. Thank you."
5 Stars
November 19, 2025
"Had a wonderful experience. I had confidence in provider- friendly, respectful, communicating well,on time with appointment"
3 Stars
November 17, 2025
"I had my eyes dilated and they still feel like they have sand in them. I'm going to wait until tomorrow and I will call back."
5 Stars
November 17, 2025
"Dr. Vandergrift and staff were pleasant and efficient. (I probably wasted some of their valuable time by lively banter). All of my minimal concerns were addressed and I am very satisfied with the followup visit and my post cataract extraction and IOL placement recovery."
5 Stars
November 13, 2025
"Always excellent and professional"
5 Stars
November 12, 2025
"The three nurses I saw were great. It was time because it was not done since the covid. IT ALL WENT GOOD."
5 Stars
November 10, 2025
"I had an eye infection and needed to be seen. I appreciate that she was able to see me the day I called. She prescribed a medication that seems to already be working. She booked me for a follow up in a week, very thorough"
5 Stars
November 06, 2025
"My experience with Dr. Vanderdrift and staff was exceptional and top notch from beginning to end!! Thank you!!"
5 Stars
November 06, 2025
"Excellent"
5 Stars
November 05, 2025
"Doctor Vandergriff and her assistant, Michelle I think was her name, were great: friendly, professional, and provided helpful, insightful directions."
5 Stars
November 03, 2025
"Dr. Vandergrift is wonderful, she takes her time with you and answers all your questions. Nurse Marissa is the best! I told her I did not like exams and she was so compassionate and easy going. She made my anxiety go away immediately. She is so personable and knows her job well. A great team together, keep up the excellent job!"
5 Stars
October 29, 2025
"Pleasant experience!"
5 Stars
October 29, 2025
"Went very well"
5 Stars
October 22, 2025
"The Doctor and her nurse were very nice and explained what was going on with my eyes."
5 Stars
October 20, 2025
"Marissa was my nurse and she was so pleasant and very gentle with my screening. Dr. Vandegrist was very informative on her diagnosis and made me feel so comfortable. When I scheduled my appointment I thought I may be wasting their time but they reassured me that being proactive was the best thing to do. I felt so well cared for with this appointment and will tell all my friends and family of my great experience!!"
5 Stars
October 16, 2025
"Overall good experience."
5 Stars
October 13, 2025
"Very nice group of people."
5 Stars
October 13, 2025
"Staff was very positive and informational, and the appointment was timely and very impressed with all staff."
5 Stars
October 06, 2025
"Very friendly. And very easy to use the self check in."
5 Stars
October 01, 2025
"I am completely pleased with Dr. Vandegrift and her treatment. The Optical Assistant (Marissa) is an absolute jewel. She was especially upbeat during the entire visit. She explained very clearly everything that she was doing. This visit set the standard of what I wish all medical visits could meet."
5 Stars
October 01, 2025
"A great asset to Medical Associates Clinic!"
5 Stars
September 29, 2025
"Staff has always been amazing in ophthalmology. They've always been kind and quick to help. I really appreciate that you've got an awesome team, thank you for everything!"
5 Stars
September 29, 2025
"My original appointment was changed numerous times and finally got in on a cancellation"
5 Stars
September 29, 2025
"Excellent, very professional, great advice and a good sense of humor ?"
5 Stars
September 24, 2025
"Loved her expertise and knowledge. Great experience!!"
5 Stars
September 18, 2025
"Dr. Vandegrift was sensational. Also, early checkin was great!"
5 Stars
August 28, 2025
"Good experience."
5 Stars
August 25, 2025
"Extremely friendly and knowledgeable! Couldn't ask for a better visit."
5 Stars
August 25, 2025
"Great"
5 Stars
August 21, 2025
"Excellent."
5 Stars
August 20, 2025
"Dr. Vandegrift became my eye doctor after [REDACTED] left. I liked [REDACTED] very much and was sad to lose her. However, Dr. V has more than satisfied my expectations. I am glad to have her taking care of me. She is patient, knowledgeable, caring, and competent. And nice."
5 Stars
August 18, 2025
"The medical staff were very patient, kind and courteous to me at my most recent visit to Medical Associates. I would highly recommend them to anyone without a healthcare plan."
4 Stars
August 18, 2025
"Felt alittle rushed through my appointment this time ."
5 Stars
August 18, 2025
"Dr. Vandergrift is excellent about explaining the options and pros and cons of what is available to me. And she has an engaging personality to go with her knowledge and expertise."
5 Stars
August 18, 2025
"Good doctors and staff, did a great job."
5 Stars
August 18, 2025
"Wonderful."
5 Stars
August 13, 2025
"I had the best eye exam from Sara for the first time and she was very kind, knowledgeable, and answered my questions and I will be continuing with her and looking forward to anything she might have. as far as what I need for my eyesight. She's great."
5 Stars
August 13, 2025
"The question about getting an appointment when needed is silly as they book us more than a year out"
5 Stars
August 13, 2025
"Very professional and kind."
5 Stars
August 13, 2025
"Good"
5 Stars
August 07, 2025
"My appointment started to be in March. Then they wanted to change it to September. I told them I needed it sooner because I knew I had a change. So it was made for August 4th then changed again for August 7th. I was getting frustrated."
5 Stars
August 06, 2025
"Everything was great I truly appreciate the service"
5 Stars
August 06, 2025
"Excellent experience. Appointment was on time. Sara was very helpful with her advice, and is always personal."
5 Stars
August 06, 2025
"She was a new doctor and very nice and helpful."
5 Stars
August 04, 2025
"Could not have been better"
5 Stars
August 04, 2025
"All good"
5 Stars
July 28, 2025
"I received a call this morning that my provider was ill, and my appointment would need to be rescheduled. The person who called was very understanding and helpful, and was able to get me an appointment just 40 minutes earlier with another provider - who was excellent! Amazing service!"
5 Stars
July 28, 2025
"Everyone was very kind and professional"
5 Stars
July 24, 2025
"Everything went very well. Hardly any wait time.Yea for me"
5 Stars
July 23, 2025
"Sara is a fantastic provider! She is always warm & friendly and provides excellent care. She explains everything thoroughly and has made improvements to my vision over the years. Medical Associates is lucky to have her! And her nurse was great too!"
5 Stars
July 21, 2025
"Sara is extremely in tune with her patients and spends a good amount of time listening to and explaining protocol. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who asked for a reference."
5 Stars
July 21, 2025
"Dr. Sarah Vandegrift is excellent"
5 Stars
July 17, 2025
"No complaints, excellent treatment."
5 Stars
July 17, 2025
"LOVE DR. Vandegrift!"
5 Stars
July 16, 2025
"Thank you, excellent service!"
5 Stars
July 14, 2025
"The staff were friendly and helpful. They listened to me and asked great questions. I left with clarity on what I need to do next. Awesome team."
5 Stars
July 14, 2025
"I was happy to meet this doctor for the first time and was impressed with her putting me at ease and giving me information without my having to ask."
5 Stars
July 14, 2025
"Great experience Thank you!"
5 Stars
July 10, 2025
"Everyone great. Dr. Daley came in to see how things were going. Complete confidence in everyone."
5 Stars
July 10, 2025
"The Dr in my opinion went beyond my expectations and suggested treatment and I was able to see Dr Daley and we set up two procedures, hopefully leading up to a great improvement in my eye sight! I saw maybe 5 different nurses, did different tests, and all of them were terrific! I;m sorry I can;t remember names well but Marcia and Nancy seem correct for two of them. (and they all introduced themselves, just getting more senile all the time)"
5 Stars
July 09, 2025
"Excellent care on all counts"
5 Stars
July 09, 2025
"Med-tech and Dr. both listened carefully to description of symptoms, performed detailed exams specific to to potential maladies and explained their findings completely. Happy with the explanation and fact that no further action required. Thanks."
5 Stars
July 09, 2025
"Excellent!"
5 Stars
July 03, 2025
"Dr 0Daley is a wonderful doctor"
5 Stars
June 30, 2025
"Very professional, good bed side manner to boot. Answered the questions I asked."
5 Stars
June 30, 2025
"After my visit was over I needed to go to the desk and check out. I wanted to transfer my care to here at medical associates The older lady at the desk was just ok. She said she didn't have an appointment till October. I said that was fine. She said why don't you keep your next appointment with your eye dr and call back later. I was dissatisfied."
5 Stars
June 25, 2025
"Gabbie was fantastic. She was very cheerful, professional and knowledgeable."
5 Stars
June 25, 2025
"First time seeing this provider and I really liked her"
5 Stars
June 23, 2025
"Great teamwork."
5 Stars
June 23, 2025
"This appointment was a one-time session and helpful."
5 Stars
June 23, 2025
"The staff accommodated me to move up my appointment and were very professional and courteous. Five star review"
5 Stars
June 16, 2025
"Very friendly assistant and doctor!"
5 Stars
June 11, 2025
"The only reason I had to wait for a appointment she was on maternity leave otherwise very good!"
5 Stars
June 05, 2025
"My entire experience with my cataract surgery and the follow-ups and everything was very good. I have no complaints at all. Excellent care. Thank you."
5 Stars
June 03, 2025
"Completely satisfied. Dr Vandegrift was so helpful, felt I was in good hands"
5 Stars
June 03, 2025
"I enjoyed meeting this doctor and her staff. I gota thorough exam and will have my new lenses shortly."
5 Stars
June 02, 2025
"My experience across all services of medical associates has been outstanding. I have doctored in Chicago and New York and would place your services far above both, mostly because of the personal touch."
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