Dr. Jeffrey Durkin, OD, Akron, OH | Optometrist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

4.80

Bedside manner

5.00

“Appointment was easy, friendly staff and provided an in & out service was able to get everything I needed done and then some. Any questions I had regarding what I made an appointment for it was answered with no problems clear communication and cleanliness would definitely request another appointment in future. ?”

Aniyah G.January 27, 2026

“I am a complicated person because of my disability, he took time to listen and believe me, even though most doctors just blew it off. I had a very good exam in a very friendly person.”

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About Dr. Jeffrey Durkin

Dr. Durkin is a 1987 graduate of the Ohio State University College of Optometry. In 1988, he completed a residency program in Family Practice at the University of Alabama in Birmingham. In addition to family eyecare, Dr. Durkin has a special interest in working with the visually impaired. In 1989, he created Ohio Low Vision Rehabilitation Services, a unique service geared toward assisting children and adults with vision loss or blindness. He is a current board member of Vision Support Services, formerly known as the Akron Blind Center. Dr. Durkin is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. He is a past committee chairperson and Distinguished Service Award recipient from the Ohio Optometric Association. He is a past president of the Summit County Optometric Society, a past board member of the Akron Jaycees, and has been active in Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Greater Akron. Dr. Durkin lives in Akron with his wife Cathie, daughter Eleanor, and sons John, Frank, and Charlie.

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Popular visit reasons

Contact Lenses

Eye Inflammation

Eyeglasses

General Eye Consultation

Glaucoma Consultation

Retina Consultation

Retinal Detachment

Routine Eye Exam

Contact Lenses

Eye Inflammation

Eyeglasses

General Eye Consultation

Office location

Family EyeCare - Snow & Durkin

1655 W Market St, Ste 110, Akron, OH 44313

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Education and background

Practice names

EyeCare Specialties of Ohio

Education and training

Ohio State University, Doctor of Optometry
University of Alabama, Birmingham, Residency in Family Practice

Professional memberships

American Academy of Optometry

Awards and publications

Dr. Jeffrey Durkin is a Distinguished Service Award recipient from the Ohio Optometric Association.

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1245213610

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

4.80

Bedside manner

5.00

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everything went well and on time.

February 16, 2026jack S.Verified patient

Appointment was easy, friendly staff and provided an in & out service was able to get everything I needed done and then some. Any questions I had regarding what I made an appointment for it was answered with no problems clear communication and cleanliness would definitely request another appointment in future. ?

January 27, 2026Aniyah G.Verified patient

Doctor and staff was great

December 16, 2024Brenda R.Verified patient

I am a complicated person because of my disability, he took time to listen and believe me, even though most doctors just blew it off. I had a very good exam in a very friendly person.

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What practice does Dr. Jeffrey Durkin work with?

Dr. Jeffrey Durkin works with EyeCare Specialties of Ohio.

Where is Dr. Jeffrey Durkin's office located?

Dr. Jeffrey Durkin's office is located at 1655 W Market St, Akron, OH 44313.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Jeffrey Durkin?

Dr. Jeffrey Durkin frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Jeffrey Durkin on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Jeffrey Durkin speak?

Dr. Jeffrey Durkin speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Jeffrey Durkin in reviews?

41 patients have reviewed Dr. Jeffrey Durkin. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.8/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.