Magdalena G Krzystolik, MD
Not currently accepting new patients
4.849639 average rating from 415 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Providence, RI
- Plainville, MA
Dr. Magdalena G. Krzystolik is Site Director at Mass. Eye and Ear, Providence and Mass. Eye and Ear, Plainville (MA) where she specializes in the treatment and surgery of retinal diseases with a clinical focus on diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusions, age-related macular degeneration, and retinal detachments. Dr. Krzystolik's academic interests include anti-angiogenic treatments of retinal diseases, prevention of sport-related ocular trauma in children, and integrating retinal surgery into the ophthalmic graduate medical education curriculum.
Dr. Krzystolik earned her MD from the Pritzker School of Medicine at the University of Chicago, followed by an ophthalmology residency at Harvard Medical School (HMS). Following graduation, she served as Chief Resident at Mass. Eye and Ear before completing a vitreoretinal fellowship there in 2000 as a Heed Fellow.
Dr. Krzystolik is a Member of the Faculty at Harvard Medical School, and a Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University where she lectures, supervises and mentors trainees, and conducts clinical research. She is a member of several professional societies including the New England Ophthalmological Society, Massachusetts Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, the Rhode Island Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Vitreoretinal Diseases, 2000
- Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Ophthalmology, 1998
- Internship: University of Chicago Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1994
- Medical Education: University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine, 1993
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology, American Board of Ophthalmology
Languages Spoken
- Polish
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.849639 average rating from 415 reviews
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Dr Krzystolik is clearly a brilliant and kind clinician all the staff was spot on re their skills and very kind
2026-10-05
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Very good care
2026-10-05
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I have been seeing Dr. Krzystolik for many years. I have been very fortunate to have such a caring and skillful Retinal Specialist attending to my AMD. Her entire team are very courteous and professional. I will miss them, as transportation needs require me to transfer to MEE/Weymouth.
2026-09-26
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I see this care provider once per year. She remembers details about me and my eyes in detail. She is very expert in her specialty. Very impressive. She has earned my trust over the years.
2026-09-24
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Dr K continues to keep me informed as to the progresson of my condition
2026-09-23
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She is very attentive and detail oriented
2026-09-21
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Got waited on promptly and received all medical information that I need to know
2026-09-11
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I'm extremely pleased with my experience with Dr. Krzystolik. She is intelligent, she communicates well, and she is compassionate. She knows what she's doing. I have nothing but the highest praise for her and for my experience at the office.
2026-09-11
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Felt confident in advice
2026-09-09
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All good
2026-09-06
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I am completely satisfied.
2026-09-02
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Very satisfied with entire visit
2026-08-31
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Doctor Krzystolik is the best!
2026-09-01
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Dr Krzystolik is compassionate and knowledgeable
2026-08-31
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First visit & she was very thorough, courteous, informative, and kind.
2026-08-04
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The dr. Explained my eye condition thoroughly and in easy to understand terms. She made a referral to Insight which I am following up on.
2026-08-05
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Overall, was a good visit, being my first appointment with care provider. [redacted] After reviewing all my images and testing results, she did explain things in simpler terms so I would understand.
2026-08-04
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Hello, yeah, she did a great job. [redacted] I'm going back to see her in a year, and my wife has been to her as well. And, you know, I think she's very good. You know, she did a good job. So all good. Thank you. Bye.
2026-07-29
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I think all my time there has been very good. I'm quite satisfied. Thank you.
2026-07-29
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Very good
2026-07-21
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I'm very happy with the plainville location. They are very professional.
2026-07-23
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Everything went smoothly and we will be following up in 6-months.
2026-07-15
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Wonderful interaction as always
2026-07-15
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Her explanation was clear, her understanding of my problem was excellent, and her instructions were forceful and appreciated.
2026-07-15
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All I can say is that they do a great job.
2026-07-14
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Problem-free experience.
2026-07-15
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I am blessed to be a patient of Dr K. . She is always respectful, friendly, and so efficient in her treatment of me.
2026-07-13
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It was my first experience with Dr. Krzystolik. [redacted] She was informative, seemed very thorough, and didn't rush through my exam.
2026-07-13
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A wonderful group of professionals
2026-07-11
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I was very satisfied
2026-07-11
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She was courteous and thorough. Everyone was kind enough to fit my emergency into their schedule.
2026-07-09
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Kind, empathetic, clear, very appreciative
2026-07-08
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As always, any Mass General Brigham provider I see is never a disappointment.
2026-07-05
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The staff that works in this office. Have a great report with patients as well as with each other. Great atmosphere.
2026-07-04
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Dr. Magda was meticulous, so caring, and so kind, and was able to explain and reassure me regarding my diagnosis and my prognosis. She was very thorough, very compassionate, and kind. I would highly recommend her to any patient. I had to be seen emergently, and she saw me as soon as I needed to be seen, which I greatly appreciate.
2026-07-03
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Dr Krzystolik is always pleasant and explains everything in detail. She always manages to make me feel at ease.
2026-07-01
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Experience has always been amazing. Have recommended Dr K and the staff to friends.
2026-06-27
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She could have explained what i have in more detail. She did a thorough exam speaking out figures to another person. But very little explanation to me.
2026-06-23
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Very efficient and caring, excellent experience, thank you!
2026-06-22
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Excellent
2026-06-22
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She was friendly and very knowledgeable
2026-06-22
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I've been seeing this providers office for my retinal issues since 2016. I appreciate the expertise that Dr K has and am completely happy with every visit.
2026-06-22
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My vision is very important to me and the care I receive makes me feel that my vision is as important to mass eye and ear.
2026-06-22
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I am very impressed with Dr. Krzystolik . I've been going to her for many years and think she's a great doctor and she was one of the best.
2026-06-21
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Excellent care with trusted Doctor
2026-06-18
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Fine
2026-06-17
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Always professional and courteous. I trust all in this office for my continued care.
2026-06-18
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I receive excellent care from this provider.
2026-06-14
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Everyone is wonderful! [redacted]
2026-06-13
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Yes, Dr. K is a very professional lady. She answered my questions thoroughly so that I could understand, very friendly. Visiting the office is good. Okay, that's it.
2026-06-10
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This was my first appointment at that office because my other doctors retired and the retinol specialists, I can't say anything bad at all. They were wonderful, courteous, answered my questions, took time with me. I was very happy with the whole office. Thank you.
2026-06-10
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Excellent, excellent, outstanding. Thank you.
2026-06-07
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Overall a very good experience as usual.
2026-06-07
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Very good
2026-06-07
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Dr. K was very thorough, knowledgeable and understanding. She explained everything so I could understand and took the time to make sure I was comfortable.
2026-06-04
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Dr K is an excellent doctor - knowledgeable and empathetic.
2026-06-03
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Highly competent and efficient.
2026-06-03
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Kind professional staff
2026-06-02
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I feel very comfortable and confident with my care provider.
2026-05-28
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Excellent
2026-05-17
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Excellent doctor
2026-05-17
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Excellent care. Professional, timely, and extremely knowledgeable and talented.
2026-05-14
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On time , complete review
2026-05-13
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This provider was very professional, answered all my questions, talked to me about my condition. I have several and they're very complicated. I had changed doctors and she is going to be my new doctor and I was very, very happy and satisfied with her.
2026-05-11
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She has good equipment and keeps good records
2026-05-08
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It was good.
2026-05-04
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She was excellent
2026-05-06
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I trust Dr K wholeheartedly. So blessed to have her as my retina specialist.
2026-05-05
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Explained my condition in a way I could understand.
2026-05-03
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Even though the doctor was very busy, I never felt like I, or she, were being rushed. She took her time discussing my condition, and provided me ample time for questions. The same with her staff that were both courteous and professional.
2026-04-29
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Dr. K is Kind and Friendly and you can tell she really cares to help you. She listens and understands your fears and concerns and does her best to explain and comfort you, she is really WONDERFUl! I am really terrified about this procedure and she knows this and is trying to help me to feel less stressed, so I go through with it and do not cancel. I feel she will be there for me and she will do all she can to help me not lose my vision. I do not like most doctors, but I do like Dr. K she is very warm and compassionate as well as being a very smart woman. That is what I need in a doctor that cares and treats me.
2026-04-26
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I feel that I am well-cared for at this facility and am grateful for the treatment I've received.
2026-04-21
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Yes, I love Dr. Krzystolik . [redacted] She's a good doctor.
2026-04-23
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Explained causes of my eye issues and ways to possibly improve vision.
2026-04-20
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All was good
2026-04-19
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I'm in good hands
2026-04-19
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Great care
2026-04-16
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Excellent service all around
2026-04-18
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I absolutely love Dr Magdalene. She is the best.
2026-04-13
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Great staff and the doctor discussed the issue in a way it's easily understood. [redacted].
2026-04-13
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Dr. 'K' is extremely thorough in her exam.
2026-04-11
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I was very impressed. People were very kind and thorough and explained things very well.
2026-04-09
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Totally great
2026-04-06
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I love Dr. Krzystolik! She's the best!
2026-04-09
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Dr. Krzystolik is kind and actually brilliant. I have great confidence in her and she's helped me very much over the last few years.
2026-04-08
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Very professional
2026-04-08
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Dr K and her staff have always provided the best medical service They are thorough, professional, and a pleasure to be with
2026-04-06
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Exceptional
2026-04-05
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Very professional and informative.
2026-04-03
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I love the care Dr. Krzystolik gives her patients, and the office follow her ways.
2026-04-01
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Satisfactory.
2026-03-30
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I have been here many times always treated great
2026-03-29
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Given respect and perfect care in a very difficult situation. We are so lucky to have such great specialists so close to home in our times of need.
2026-03-29
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Thorough, kind and caring. Top notch.
2026-03-10
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Always top notch. Very trustworthy and knowledgeable
2026-03-09
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She is excellent
2026-03-08
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Dr. Krzytolik is always thoughtful, listens carefully and offers sincere professional guidance. I am grateful to be her patient.
2026-02-24
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Dr. Krzystolik is a wonderful doctor. She has the highest level of skill and knowledge, and is very caring. She explains everything so I can understand and make informed decisions. I am very fortunate and grateful to have her as my doctor. Her staff are also excellent, and the level of care and expertise is top notch.
2026-02-17
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The doctor was excellent. She explain everything .
2026-02-16
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Don't change a thing
2026-02-15
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My visit with Dr. Krzystolik was excellent, as always. She's an awesome doctor.
2026-02-16
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Very thorough, excellent care.
2026-02-16
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I was satisfied
2026-02-15
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Continue the great service
2026-02-15
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I was impressed with the various photos of my eyes & the friendly attention that I received. Also how they tried to make me comfortable during my visit. Very efficient even though I do not always understand all that is being explained about my condition.
2026-02-28
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Yes, she's very professional and yes, I love going to her. She treats me with respect and everything. I love her.
2026-02-25
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She was empathetic, kind and did her best to be helpful with my situation.
2026-02-25
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Everything about the experience was wonderful. Very, very positive. The doctor, all the nurses, everybody there, I couldn't be happier. Thank you.
2026-02-11
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Dr.K is an excellent eye doctor. I recommend her to everyone I talk to about eye problems.
2026-02-09
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Sorry to be brief but it was a terrific experience in all aspects!
2026-02-06
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Attentive and not dismissive
2026-02-04
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I was very happy with the service that I received from this provider. She was going to refer me to a different doctor to deal with my eye issue and I have not heard a response back from her office yet. Thank you.
2026-02-04
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I was extremely impressed with Dr Krzystolik.
2026-02-01
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I visit once a year to have my eyes examined. I am confident I am getting the best advice to protect my sight.
2026-01-28
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Dr Krzystolik was amazing. She answered all questions I had about my concerns. She was not hurried or abrupt, she listened carefully. Really great experience.
2026-01-26
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Dr. Krzystolik is very thorough. She takes time to go over images and recommend what is needed, discuss what her opinion on this matter and make any recommendation necessary. Absolutely will recommend this doctor for anyone.
2026-01-23
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Great experience, thorough exam and friendly atmosphere.
2026-01-22
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Excellent provider and incredible staff that work in the office
2026-01-22
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She was professional, courteous, listened to me & explained my situation & tests very well.
2026-01-21
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Very thorough
2026-01-14
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This provider came in on her day off, and vacation and a day that the nurses were not working to provide care for an injury due to trauma the previous day. She is not even my regular provider. I couldn't have received better support from any office.
2026-01-01
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Professional, knowledgeable
2025-12-23
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I felt listened to and respected. I appreciated her thoughtful approach and advice
2025-12-22
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I was there far longer than usual but I am not unhappy. I feel I am getting the proper evaluation and the sufficient amount of information needed.
2025-12-22
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Always a pleasure to visit this doctor and her staff.
2025-12-24
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They were very professional and knowledgeable.
2025-12-22
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Kind, considerate, and thoughtful/professional care.
2025-12-22
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Very positive, I have a lot of confidence in her expertise.
2025-12-16
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it was a pleasant experience -
2025-12-15
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I think I am in the best of hands.
2025-12-15
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I felt very comfortable speaking about my sight that I felt has gotten worse and was treated with respect I was very satisfied and didn't feel rushed
2025-12-15
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Excellent
2025-12-08
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Was a very good professional visit. Left with a better feeling about my eye condition.
2025-12-07
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This provider is excellent. Your questions are repetious.
2025-12-07
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professional and caring
2025-12-07
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Very rushed.
2025-11-30
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Very courteous and professional
2025-11-30
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She knows her specialty very well and she is friendly as well. Great to have her as my ophthalmologist.
2025-11-27
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very good
2025-12-02
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Always very good experience!!!
2025-11-26
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She saved my vision when I had a hole in my retina. Her care and skills are exemplary. She has earned my highest praise!
2025-11-19
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Dr. K is awesome! She is the first person in months to listen to me and diagnose what is going on with my eye.
2025-11-20
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Excellent
2025-11-19
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very comfortable with the care and explanations
2025-11-17
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Professional, [redacted]
2025-11-16
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The doctor always answers questions, and is unfailingly professional and polite.
2025-11-12
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I have been a patient for over 15 years. Dr. Krzystolik and the staff are very professional and caring. With new medical issues for heart and type 2 diabetes they were very careful to record and ask questions about my new meds. I have a yearly re-occurring appt. To follow my retina issues. I am very happy with my care in Plainville.
2025-11-12
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