General Practitioners

• Primary Care
  Some insurance companies require patients to obtain a referral form from their primary care doctor to obtain medical attention. Patients who do not have prior authorization will be responsible for the entire cost of the visit.
• Emergency Care
  When you get emergency care or get treated by an out-of-network provider at an in-network hospital or ambulatory surgical center, you are protected from surprise billing or balance billing.

Ophthalmologists

• Glaucoma
  By Daniel Messner, M.D.Glaucoma Specialist at Carolina Eye Associates, P.A. Let’s say you go to see your eye doctor for what you expect to be a “routine†eye checkup. Perhaps you wear glasses and your distance vision could be better. Perhaps you are in your mid-40’s and you are having trouble seeing up close or… Read More
• Ophthalmology
  At Carolina Eye Associates, we understand that your vision is a top priority. Our goal is to deliver excellent quality, patient-centered eye care, with a focus on using the latest and most effective advances in modern eye health. Founded in 1977, CEA is one of the largest ophthalmology practices in the southeastern United States, with 14 regional eye care centers across North and South Carolina. We offer an array of comprehensive eye care services, plus full-service accredited eye surgical centers in our Pinehurst/Southern Pines and Greensboro locations.
• Macular Degeneration
  Focus Select is based on the formula utilized in AREDS 2, providing a safe, preventative supplement for individuals with Macular Degeneration. Developed by a group of over 400 retina specialists, representing some of the most prestigious retina institutions in the country. Focus Select is a trusted formula developed through scientific research and industry expertise. Ask your doctor if
• Laser Eye Surgery
  Blade-Free LASIK can correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. It is safe and effective and is one of the most commonly performed elective procedures in the country.
• Cataracts
  Cataracts cause an overall blurring and haziness of vision. If you have cataracts, it often appears as if everything is out of focus. People with cataracts tend to be very sensitive to bright light and glare.
• Cataract Surgery
  Carolina Eye was the first ophthalmic center on the east coast and the second in the United States to offer cataract surgery with the Catalysâ„¢ Precision Laser System. Catalysâ„¢ combines a state-of-the-art femtosecond laser, advanced 3D Optical Coherence Tomography imaging, sophisticated software and a host of other unique features to deliver a precise, customized procedure and an exceptional experience for patients.
• Eye Exam
  The time required depends on the type of appointment. Please allow several hours for your first eye examination. If you are coming for a laser or surgery evaluation, please allow three or more hours for your examination. This amount of time is usually needed for the screening procedures, diagnostic examination and any required pre-surgical testing. Patients who are scheduled to have their surgery performed on the same day as their evaluation should anticipate spending most of the day at the clinic. This will allow time for all the necessary testing as well as the surgery.

Endocrinologist

• Diabetes Care
• Diabetic Retinopathy
  The Retina and Vitreous Service at Carolina Eye provides a full spectrum of medical and surgical management of diseases affecting the retina, macula, choroid, and vitreous. Our retina surgeons are highly skilled in the management of diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration and have extensive experience in the treatment of conditions such as...

Radiologist

• Radiology
  When you get services from an in-network hospital or ambulatory surgical center, certain providers there may be out-of-network. In these cases, the most those providers may bill you is your plan’s in-network cost-sharing amount. This applies to emergency medicine, anesthesia, pathology, radiology, laboratory, neonatology, assistant surgeon, hospitalist, or intensivist services. These providers can’t balance bill you and may not ask you to give up your protections not to be balance billed.

Plastic Surgeons

• Botox
  Our cosmetic patients love that we offer a discrete alternative for their medical, laser, and non-surgical treatments. This includes the medical and laser expertise of Dr. Anna Fakadej, Dr. Anthony Leonard, and Dr. Jeffrey White, who have extensive experience with Botox, dermal fillers, and laser treatments.
• Brow Lift
  As with any surgical procedure, brow lifts carry some risks. Most people who undergo brow lifts walk away with no side effects, but some may have complications following surgery. Some of these side effects may include nausea from anesthesia, hair loss around the incision site, temporary numbness, and blood pooling under the skin. Severe problems may consist of excessively high eyebrows or having difficulty closing your eyelids. While rare, these issues will require additional surgery to correct. Before undergoing a brow lift, these risks should be discussed with a
• Eyelid Surgery
  While both surgeries can be considered cosmetic procedures, they provide vastly different results. An eyelid surgery strictly focuses on eyelids, whereas a brow lift focuses on your eyebrows and, subsequently, your forehead as well. Though usually considered “cosmetic” surgery, Eyelid surgery can be seen as “functional” surgery when the eyelids droop into or obscure the line of vision. However, brow lifts are a “cosmetic” procedure and cannot be “functional.”
• Plastic Surgery
  Carolina Eye Associates Aesthetics offers a number of facial cosmetic procedures, including eyelid and brow lifts. The service also offers expert management of a variety of conditions affecting the orbit, such as Graves eye disease, inflammation, fractures, and vascular malformations.
• Blepharoplasty
  An eyelid lift, also known as blepharoplasty, removes puffiness and bags under the eyes and corrects droopy eyelids. This procedure can help to improve range of vision and help patients to achieve a more youthful appearance.Â
• Forehead Lift
  Eyelid lifts work by removing excess fat, muscle, and skin from the upper and lower eyelids. The oculoplastic specialists at Carolina Eye Associates can help you to determine whether additional use of injectables like dermal fillers, or a forehead lift procedure could help further enhance results.

Dermatologists

• Acne Treatment
• Ulcer
  Corneal ulcers are open sores on the cornea of your eye. They can be caused by multiple different infections and injuries such as bacteria, fungi, or viruses. Corneal Ulcers can mostly be treated using antibiotic, antifungal, or antiviral eye drops.
• Chemical Peels
  Jessner chemical peels are chemical peels that help improve the appearance of the skin by removing dead skin cells. After removing these dead skin cells, the peel helps stimulate the growth of new ones.Â