- Pediatric CareNathaniel Hitt grew up in Lincolnton, North Carolina. He graduated from the University of South Carolina in 2015 with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. He then moved to Memphis, Tennessee, to attend Southern College of Optometry where he earned a Doctorate of Optometry in May of 2019. Nathaniel’s externship training experiences include Family Vision in Whitehaven, Tennessee, and Church Health Center in Memphis, Tennessee, where he gained valuable exposure to geriatric care and ocular disease. Nathaniel also has experience with corneal disease, specialty contact lenses and pediatric care.
- Primary CareDustin Reece is originally from Landis, NC and attended South Rowan High School. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1997 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. He attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry and graduated in 2003 with a Doctor of Optometry degree. His student externship experiences included training at the Birmingham VA Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama, and at the Duke University Eye Center in Durham, North Carolina. He completed an Optometric Residency in Primary Care and Ocular Disease at the Salisbury “W.G. (Bill) Hefner” VA Medical Center in 2004. He also received further training in Geriatrics, Low Vision, and Cataract Surgery co-management during his residency.
- Emergency CareBenjamin Hobbs grew up in eastern North Carolina. He attended East Carolina University and earned his bachelor degree in nursing with a minor in biology. While working in the emergency department at Montclair Baptist Hospital in Birmingham as a registered nurse, he continued to further his education at University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry and earned his doctorate of optometry. In addition, during his training he completed an externship at the Tuscaloosa Veterans Hospital.
- GlaucomaA new device that uses a light probe to make brief contact with the cornea to measure Interocular Pressure (IOP). Requiring no drops, it makes it checking IOP to identify diseases such as glaucoma more pleasant for patients.
- Macular DegenerationOptometry today is trained to treat a variety of eye diseases and syndromes. Treating and relieving dry eyes, glaucoma, and Age-related Macular Degeneration are just some of the reasons people see their eye doctor.
- Laser Eye SurgeryVision correction through Lasik eye surgery is now considered be a safe alternative to corrective lenses or contacts. At Modern Eye Care, we receive inquiries nearly every day from patients requesting more information and education on surgical options.
- CataractsIt’s summer, and sunglasses are the first accessory you reach for every day. Right!? If not, it’s time to start. Daily exposure to the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays can lead to unwanted conditions as you grow older, including cataracts, macular...
- Cataract SurgeryOur full range of vision services include examination of children and adults, contact lens fitting of all types, and co-management of laser and cataract surgery.
- Eye ExamThe visual system is a delicate and complicated part of the human anatomy. All parts of the eye and many parts of the body affect your ability to see correctly. In our comprehensive eye exam, the health of your eyes is fully evaluated.
- Geriatrics