Located in Southern Pines, Carolina Eye Associates offer patients in North Carolina the latest in advanced diagnostic eye care and surgical technology in a caring, friendly environment. … See more
Slow. Its like they are herding cattle from room to room. There are numbered spots in the lot, no where does it state they are for employees. We got asked to move further back, my mom can barely see, but we had to move so they could be closer. The patients should have priority in the lot.
Doctor was knowledgeable, but the WAIT time was terrible. I had to wait almost 4 hours total. There is no excuse for being “forgotten about” in a doctor’s office.
The only reason this place is in business is the community is beyond patient. No one is ever seen on time. Wait times and visits are ridiculously long. I made an appointment as the first patient of the day – they still did not manage to see me on time.
My experience was horrible because they’re not good I have had glasses always but they checked and told me my eyes were wonderful ha ha I went to another eye doctor and they got me fixed up no thanks to Carolina eye care associates I feel …
Dr Messner was great and all the staff was caring and kind wonderful people I was very impressed with wait time I got super care and can see again I would recommend Carolina Eye Center to anyone Keep up the great work and may God bless yall Thanks so much for such great service
I was here last week and it took absolutely forever and now I’m here for surgery and it’s stupid slow again. When I signed in they took me right back to get payment then put me in a room that is full of other patients just waiting endlessly!!!
I can’t remember when I’ve had a better experience at a doctor’s office. From check-in to discharge, it was great. On a scale of 1 to 10, I give.them a 15.
Will not see you even if you have eye insurance and a referral form, has an attitude. I guess if you’re not rich they dont want to have anything to do with you. I’ll take my money elsewhere that actually has better customer serserv.
Wonderful employees and doctors. Sueanne, Rhonda; and Dr. Throneburg made me feel so comfortable and talked me through the problems I was having. I will recommend Carolina Eye to anyone!!!
I wanted to leave a review simply because I was so impressed. Because of other reviews, I expected the worst, but I am happy to say that they were very prompt and professional. I couldn’t be happier with my treatment.
Took my sister there today to see about getting special contact lenses the doctor did not even want to discuss it she just wanted to do surgery did not even have time to speak with her and answer any questions very poor service charge me …
Wonderful care and treatment at Carolina Eye….all were outstanding with special recognition for Dr French and Dr Nicole Apple. Great at their professional expertise. I am fortunate to have them….👍😁 …
Stay away!!! This place is highly unorganized and inefficient. They may WORN customers up-front concerning LENGTHY WAIT TIMES, but it doesn’t excuse them. The waiting area looks more like a bus station–very crowded and the buses are never …
I Richard G. craven am the one that had the appointment with Dr. Messner
at 10:10 Oct.27, 2021. I was well pleased with Dr. MESSNER and the staff at Carolina Eye.
My wife had cataract surgery by Dr. Fakadej. She immediately began having problems, then lost vision – took them a week to discover that she had developed an infection in her eye, which they treated with multiple painful antibiotic shots in …
Ten days post op eye lid surgery; fantastic bed side manner, excellent surgical skills, beyond pleased with results. I highly recommend Dr White and his wonderful staff.
I first went to Carolina Eye Associates 2 years ago as I was having vision issues with my left eye. I was first seen by Dr. Nicole Apple and upon seeing an issue with my eye I was sent to Dr. Hadad. Dr. Hadad discovered that I had what …
I went with my son and his 5 month old to an eye appointment here today. The check in person said it could take 2 hours because she was the only glaucoma doctor in the region (that was a lie) which was later cleared up by another staff …
Good care from people who seem to be concerned with your comfort and care. Dr.White is exceptional as is his staff. The personnel in pre-op are efficient but considerate. The only problem is that the wait to be seen can be long at times.
I have macular degeneration and for 3+ years have had nothing but excellent care from Dr. Almony and her staff. They are ALL very professional, knowledgeable and caring about my disease. Yes, sometimes the wait time can be long but my …
Waited two hours past my appointment time to see a doctor. Be prepared to walk a good bit to get to the front door. The landscaping is beautiful and the staff is very kind.
I have only been to the Lumberton office. That experience was ok. But when I had to call today about an eye drop prescription. It was a nasty hassle! In the Pinehurst office I had to speak to a Robbin. She is very nasty, condescending and …
Carolina Eye Associates is a professional organization with a courteous staff. Dr. Haddad is an excellent surgeon and her team is very professional. I am very pleased with the outcome of my surgery and highly recommend their services.
I had cataract surgery June 18,3020 in my left eye and July 9 on my right eye by Dr French . I explained to Dr French that I did not want to wear glasses,contacts or readers , he recommended the PanOptix titis lens implant , it was …
Even while preparing for inclement weather and being busy, as a first time patient I was well taken care of and all of my questions were tended to. Great place with great people!
Got me in quickly for a potential eye problem that suddenly appeared. Very well organized and friendly despite being very busy! This is now my go-to place for All of our vision-related needs!
Very good experience with cataract surgery. All aspects were handled very well. I suggest adding information about followup visits to the pre-op information that is shared.
This was a point in my life where i have never been so scared. Not knowing what to expect, or how my vision would be. Dr. Fakadej was absolutely amazing. The entire staff was professional, personable, and answered any and all questions to put my mind at ease. I highly recommend this facility. You will be glad you did!!
My doctor and the staff are wonderful and have my complete confidence… the wait time is too long…Two of us waiting had an appointment at the same time and mine was 5 minutes later..
I’m a long time patient of Carolina Eye Associates in Pinehurst NC. where I have always received exceptional care. My recent appointments with Dr. Throneburg and Dr. Fakadej deserve a special note of appreciation, however. After successful …
I had a very great visit with Doctor Apple at Carolina Eye on Friday. It was a very through exam, the staff was great as was the check in and check out team
My sister had eye surgery at 2:30 they told me it will be 30 minutes 3 hours later no one came out to inform me what was going on. Are how she was doing It’s now time for them to close the receptionist cut the lights out and leaving for …
I recently underwent cataract surgery on both eyes at Carolina Eye Associates in Southern Pines.
Dr Anna Fakadej performed both surgeries and the results are nothing less than …
Dr. White and his staff are great. I went in for a consultation and the procedure was performed that same day, to my surprise. I was very happy with Dr. White and his staff. I never felt rushed with his staff and they seemed to care about what they were doing the entire time. Highly recommended.
Without question, the two surgical eye procedures I entrusted to Dr. Anna F. Fakadej and her staff at Carolina Eye, provided me the ultimate in vision restoration with the very utmost in personal attention and care! Dr. Fakadej carefully …
I rarely review but I have to rave about the all star staff at Caroline Eye Associates in Pinehurst! From the lady who checks you in, Tracey, who is AWESOME and extremely helpful to the man, Bill, who operates the shuttle to your car …
My double blepharoplasty went well. No pain, few after-effects, and I was surprised by how much more I could see during my first drive to Sinclair. Eventually I realized my stitches were not dissolving: the 4-year-old I care for looked at …
Staff was very professional pleasant and Dr. Joey Harris explained everything very clearly to me. I would highly recommend this office and this physician to anyone.
Excellent full service eye care. They have provided all my eye care for many years. Routine eye exams through several eye surgeries. All the doctors and staff I’ve dealt with have provided excellent care, in a professional and friendly manner. It is a well run practice and I recommend them.
Dr. White has performed two eyelid surgeries for me. The outcome for both has been great. He is a caring surgeon – reassuring and supportive. During the two surgeries Carolina Eye and the surgical center have both shown top-notch …
My wife had eye surgery here and we were told to be there at 9:30 am. This has got to be the most inefficient ran clinic in the entire state of North Carolina. There is no way humanly possible we should have to be there until after 6:00 pm for the 10 minute procedure she had done.
Gave 3 stars because I didn’t know what to rate this experience. And it was an experience! Took 2 different people there. The results were great and have no complaints about that area. But the waiting time is horrendous. People are herded …
I recently had cataract surgery with PanOptix lens implants. Surgery was performed by Dr. French. My complete experience could not have been better. Each staff person gave full awareness to my needs. Scale of 1-10, they are a perfect 10!
While we were on vacation in Pinehurst, my husband got a pine needle in his eye, which was very painful, while golfing. I called Carolina Eye to see if they could see him asap. Dr. Throneburg’s nurse was very compassionate and said to …
My name is Shirley Shoemake. I went to Carolina Eye in Pinehurst NC on May 19, 2021 for cataract surgery. It was such a very pleasant experience! Everyone that I came in contact with was so compassionate, so friendly and so informative. …
Terrible from start to finish. No one was friendly or even seemed to care. Spent a half hour for them to enter our info in the computer and did not even give me the required paperwork. Upon leaving they assumed I was scheduling an …
The staff and Dr Millender were all first rate and very professional .
I had a lens replaced today and I’m amazed at the difference in my vision already. …
I have had nothing but exceptional care from the Pinehurst Doctors & Staff at Carolina Eye. I had Dr. Millender as my surgeon & I would highly recommend her. I have also seen Dr. Throneburg on several visit & I feel as if he genuinely cares …
On a Tuesday, I experienced for the first time a visual problem best described as a prism across my field of view. I called Carolina Eye Associates and described my symptoms to a Nurse Practioner. She told me to rest and it should go away, …
I was sent by my regular eye doctor because he saw something during a routine exam in my left eye that didnt look right. I saw Dr. Sitterson [after waiting for HOURS]. They did an ultrasound, revealing a shadow of something pressing against …
Called at 2:30 to ask about the eye drops they gave me to see if I can use something else. Left message and they never called me back and now it’s a weekend! On the recording they say to only leave one message and they will call you back! Not today………?
Dr White has worked his magic on my eyes. Could see better and look 10 years younger with VERY little discomfort. Took on pain pill to sleep the first night. Went out and eat and traveled via a driver for the first couple days. Iced and gooped the eye lids as needed. Am 100% satisfied.
Dr White and his team were amazing. I can SEE! The procedures were explained to me in detail. They were friendly and caring and made me feel secure and comfortable. Dr White and the on-call Judy Fleming responded right away on Labor Day …
Everyone at Carolina Eye Associates was very kind and personable from the receptionist to the checkout personnel. Quick, friendly service at very point during my visit. Dr. White was kind and caring and performed my inpatient procedure …
Dr White performed a Blepharoplasty on my eyelids. The entire staff was efficient and pleasant. I felt that the surgical team appreciated each other and liked working together. I am very pleased with the procedure and the healing process
I have never visited with an optometrist that worked in such a large organization before. But things ran very smoothly, the staff were professional, courteous, and friendly. My first visit was much better than I anticipated.
I had a great first visit at Carolina Eye! Dr. Apple was kind and informative. Travis went above and beyond to ensure I had a good experience from start to finish. He was super personable and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
There is a lot of “in and out” during the visit but they are the experts and know how to best run their business. I just plan accordingly. The staff is professional and have made a bad situation bearable for me. Dr. Almony is excellent and I never feel rushed with her.
Won’t return phone calls. It was easy to see them for an exam. After that they don’t want to even bother with me. I am trying to buy a new pair of glasses and they just don’t return phone calls so I can’t get them ordered.
Been in the place numerous times and they seem to do good work and the staff is pretty nice and considering they do a great job on people eyes they see better afterwards my gma and aunts have visited them in the past and they saw better
First eye done for cataracts. Fantastic! These people are the best. Saved my sight from Graves! Surgery was a cake walk! Wait was way less time than expected. Dr. Sharp and the nurse staff were great. Check in and processing went smoothly. Will be getting other eye done in two weeks.
My 95 year old mother suffered through 2 failed surgeries at Duke Eye Center. I brought her to Carolina Eye Associates to find out if Dr. John French could repair the damage done. This was not a routine case or an easy patient. Dr. …
I would just like to thank the Eye Surgery Center for their services. I really felt like I was their only patient, because if the treatment I received from entering through my surgery. I was so pleased at the care, treatment of all the …
I finally decided to get a evaluation about my cataracts and I thought that I would see clearly at a distance but because of my astigmatism my right eye is still very blurry. The doctor had mentioned toric lenses can help astigmatism …
Very courteous and friendly staff. Dr. Miller is so nice. He always takes time to explain your diagnosis and answer any questions you have. I’ve been going to Carolina Eye for several years and plan to continue.
Have been seeing Dr. Throneburg for about 15 years. He has always been absolutely top-notch. Dr. Throneburg has done a great job, has made great recommendations and has had great treatment plans. Dr. Throneurg has made two referrals …
Receptionist, ladies assisting getn me from a to b, and dr…am well pleased with their professionalisum and disposition of character…Dr. White explained in full detail everything that will be done, for my eye lids surgery coming up in …
The staff were very pleasant and helpful. Facility was very pleasing to the eye, airy and clean. Dr. Messner was very knowledgeable, pleasant, explained the testing and answered my questions in terms easily understood. I would recommend this facility to my friends.♥
Dr. Messner, Dana, Matt, Samantha and Kayla (at checkout) were amazing. I felt appreciated and I knew they cared. This was my first appointment and my expectations were definitely met!
Great appt with Nicole Apple. Checked my vision and did overall exam, very happy with the attention to detail and recommendations for follow up in 1 year.
It was a pleasant experience, all the staff was very helpful. It seems very crowded, but it is well managed and there is little waiting to being cared for
Absolutely thrilled with the results I’m having so far. Dr. Fakadej did an excellent job fitting my eyes with lens that were right for me. The staff was everything you could ask for in patient care. Top notch service with top notch care. Thanks to all that cared for me during my surgeries before and after. 10⭐️
My husband and I both had cataract surgery a few months ago. We were both very pleased with the services and outcomes. Dr. John French and his staff were knowledgeable and caring. Concerns and questions were readily explained. We were …
I thought the entire experience at Carolina Eye Associates was handled well. I was treated kindly by everyone on the staff that assisted in my evaluation and treatment. I had an evaluation and surgery in one day and that made for a long day, but it was better for me than having to make separate trips.
Everything went smooth as far as the procedures, BUT a lot of waiting between stages. It took 4 hours for a 10 minute procedure. The worst was pre surgery, waited 45 minutes, empty stomach, on my back. My neck was hurting. Once in surgery, …
Arrived with wife for her 8:45am appointment. It’s currently 2:20pm and we are still waiting. Great doctors (that’s why we are waiting) but the wait and lack of communication is concerning. Asked 2 hours ago how much longer and was told around and hour. Looks like an 8 hour appointment? Disappointing.
This was my first visit to Carolina Eye Associates. The staff was very courteous and pleasant. Everything was explained in detail for my upcoming surgery. I would give good recommendation to anyone.
Dr. Kendall wannamaker and staff were very courteous and informative. I had laser surgery for retinal tears from cataract surgery at Care Fear Eye whom I do not recommend. …
The staff were all quite professional. Dr. Sharpe clearly has excellent skills at removing cataracts and inserting IOC’s. The only annoyance was the time it took from entry into the clinic to exit. On the first surgery day I arrived at …
I always enjoy my visits with Dr’s at Caroline Eye. It’s like visiting an old friends. They are kind and very thorough and answers all my questions professionally and in a manner that I understand, as a patient. Over all, I have had nothing …
As expected, the wait to see the doctor was long since I had a late afternoon appointment, but the excellent doctors and staff make it worth it. Also, the waiting room is comfortable and spacious. …
Dr. Wannamaker is a knowledgeable and capable young man. We have moved into phase 2 of Macular Degenration eye treatment, and while no picnic, I believe Dr. Wannamaker is a skilled and trusted eye professional. He has my vote of confidence, and my sight depends on him.
The experience at Carolina Eye located at 2170 Midland Rd was a very pleasant experience. The doctors and staff were very friendly and made me feel very comfortable! Successful surgery! My doctor is Anna F. Facades. I’m thankful and appreciative to all the staff members!
I went for my second eye surgery. The staff are so good at what they do. I was treated with nothing but kindness and respect. The doctor talked to me put me at ease I was not worried at all. The staff made me very comfortable. They ask …
Great experience on cataract surgery on both my eyes. Good distance view now and so far even the reading part is very good. 20/20 or 20/25 with out glasses. Nurses are good and caring and I would highly recommend Dr. French. Office staff is highly professional.
I tore my cornea and had to be seen immediately per my regular eye doctor. They worked me in with the specialist that day. Everyone was helpful and patient with my questions, explaining things so I’d understand them. The assistant and nurse …
Dr Lisa Sitterson did a fantastic job at scraping my cornea to make it smooth and eliminate the need to wear hard contacts to stretch the cornea and make it wrinkle free without going under anesthesia. She made me very comfortable during …
I was amazed at how busy this office actually is at 7:30 a.m. Everyone was very cheerful, pleasant and professional. Each department communicated well with the other, all departments seem to be operating smoothly and efficiently. I was very impressed and look forward to my next appointment and trust them to help restore my vision.
I recently had cataract surgery performed by Dr. French. He is very personable and competent and did an amazing job. I have been a patient of Dr. Miller’s for 16 years and he is also very personable and always looking out for the patient’s …
I am not sure if this facility just doesn’t do it, but I thought it was standard to make phone calls to patients whenever their appointments are changed/canceled. The first time I was scheduled to go here, I received a call letting me know …
I had an excellent experience with Dr. Miller. He was thorough, professional, and answered all of my questions fully and thoughtfully. I never felt rushed. He is very knowledgeable and definitely a patient advocate. I was very appreciative of the time he took with me.
Plan on two hrs .
I had surgery for cataract at Carolina Surgery Center. Incredible experience..
Everyone works their job with precision. .I was home in 2 hrs. My vision has improved so quickly. Dr rechecks regularly.
Terrible wait times!
My mother used to come here for regular eye appointments. I attended once and immediately had her start seeing my Eye Dr in Fayettevile because there was no …
Since I arrived early as soon as I checked in I was immediately sent to the first of many test locations. Each associate promptly explained what the procedure was, made me comfortable and began the test. I was escorted to the next and …
Wonderfully good and competent doctors. Very caring to do the right thing for me, not just make as much money as possible. Dr Phillips even uses a pharmacy that cut the price of my eyedrop by more than 2/3! That’s really important for us folk on Medicare! I’m grateful to God and to Carolina Eye Associates.
Dr. David Throneberg was amazing and patient as always while providing care to me. I am sure that I pass about 20 eye specialists on my drive to see him specifically because of how amazing he takes care of me and my vision. I’m grateful …
I’m not one for long waits. And yes I see a lot of reviews complaining about the wait time. But I will tell you I would set there for 2+ hrs again . Dr Millendar did a great job on my eyes. Cataract surgery. She talked me thru everything …
I’ve had a detached retina in both eyes, not simultaneously. Drs Almony and Wanamaker did the surgeries. They are both caring professionals and very skilled. I feel very lucky to have them available in our community. …
Large establishment that’s run very efficiently. Lots of resources, communicative, and timely. I worked with two techs and my Dr., Nicole Apple while there. Incredibly sincere and helpful folks.
It was my first time at this clinic. It was really busy and I thought it would be a l ok ng wait. I can not have been more happy with my experience. Almost all of the people were in a room and many of them were leaving the hospital. I was …
Excellent service, just took too long. Each step before seeing the doctor took 5 minutes or less, then back to the waiting room anywhere from 20 to 30 minutes before being called for the next step. Every one of the aides that took care of …
Considering the volume of patients at Carolina Eye, staff have organized the office for smooth flow and individual attention. I do not require exceptional care, so during my routine visits, I haven’t experienced prolonged wait times or …
I was was referred here for a second opinion. Check-in to seeing the Dr. time is terrible. When you have an appointment and you’re there on time, you shouldn’t have to wait over an hour before being seen. Nice facility, friendly staff, but my God you wait for ever.
This was my first visit to Carolina Eye Associates. It was a very positive experience. Everyone was very kind and professional and I was very pleased with the services I received. Dr. French was very kind and took time to explain his recommended plan of treatment and gave me treatment options.
Carolina Eye was professional, thorough and friendly. The cataract surgery was not particularly fun but it was painless and the results exceed expectations. I felt my case was handled well. I’m eager to get the other eye done. I am …
I was extremely impressed with the efficiency of Carolina Eye Associates. I was about5 minutes late for my 1st appointment with them (didn’t realize how long a drive it would be.). I waited a bit for the registration process, but from …
Fist visit, just moved into the area. I found the staff to be very professional. I am glad that I selected Carolina Eye Associates for my total eye care!
I get excellent care at this location. The problem is excessive waiting times–not for every visit but for some visits. Based on my recent visit, I would try to avoid Monday mornings.
Great service here. They were prompt and timely and very efficent. They have prefected that workflow! Everyone I was seemed by was very nice and very capable. Highly recommended.
I had a 3:40 pm appointment and they called .me earlier that morning and offered me an earlier appointment. I asked what time should I come in and they said come as soon as I could. That’s great service!
Carolina Eye is a factory without real communication at the staff, technician and doctor level. I had to cancel my cataract surgery because the surgical staff wrote a prescription for Prednisolone after I repeatedly told the technician on the surgery team that It was toxic to me. They push people through like cans on a shelf
I visited Carolina Eye Associates this week and found everyone there from the intake receptionist to the doctor, Dr. Brandon Phillips to be very professional. I will certainly continue to go there for eye issues and treatment.
Staff is very friendly and courteous expedited my visit and kept things moving forward. I was very impressed with Dr. Winston Garris. He was kind courteous and very knowledgeable.
I wish we’d had the experiences listed like other here with comments. We’ve been coming here for 2 years and because of the extensive work needed we are stuck. There seems to be very little to no communication between departments. Yesterday …
I needed an emergency appointment and they worked me in. Staff and doctors were all caring and knowledgeable. I was frightened but they put me at ease.
A few tips – make your appointment on days that doc is NOT doing surgery and ask for an early appointment. The earlier the better. Outstanding service, doctors you can rely on.
Dr Apple and nurse provided excellent care for me when I had experienced a frightening sudden eye problem. Gave me drops that helped and re-scheduled me for follow up. Had appointment 10:30. Out by12:30. Thorough exam!! Very grateful for this care.
Jean Walker
I cannot say enough positive comments about Carolina Eye Associates! My experience there has been with four doctors: Dr. White, Dr. Harris, Dr. French, and Dr. Apple. All four have been wonderful and very professional in caring for my eye …
I have been a patient for over 30 years. Overall they are truly amazing. I have had a detached retina that they fixed in 1992. I have had absolutely no problem with it. There have been lens implants which are still great and I could not see …
The eventual care was fine. Had to wait for 1 1/2 hours. Check in person took 40 minutes. Felt like a factory assembly line in some ways. Dr. Throneburg was friendly, thorough, and competent.
The waiting was ridiculous…………..
Dr. Hadad is extremely thorough and answers questions in language even I can understand! Not only that, but I was in and out in much less than than what seems to be an obligatory half a day from some of Carolina Eye’s other providers.
Well organized process offering optimal patient care. Everyone was pleasant and efficient. I felt comfortable and glad I chose them for my eye care needs.
Carolina Eye Associates take very good care of their patients. The only issue I would have with them is the waiting times. Patients have to wait to see the nurse/technician who takes initial information, then wait for a room, then wait for the doctor, then wait to check out at the end of the visit. This is somewhat frustrating!
DR Apple explained what was happening with my eyes-dry eyes txed w/Restasis for 7 wks but still dry- and would require more time and adding otc eye drops prn. Also, was told previously I had MD but he said it was very mild (81 yrs old) and …
Great wait times and professional staff. Was in and out in 1 hr. Unbelievable for the amount of patients this health care facilities sees on a daily. Kudos to Carolina Eye Associates.
I love Carolina Eye in Southern Pines NC. Their up to date equipment means your contacts are right the first time. I had a really bad experience at Walmart. I actually thought after my 3rd trip there in a week maybe I just couldn’t wear …
Beware! Place is full of staff with no character, morals or integrity. They will cause you harm then cover it up. Even lying on medical documentation. Many people working there were involved in this incident and not an honest, honorable …
This is a wonderful clinic. Very professional. Very efficient and friendly. I highly recommend. This clinic offers all eye care services. I am sure anyone attending this clinic will be very satisfied.
Don’t bother making appt. You set there for hours before even being acknowledged. 1st in & the entire waiting room was cleared 4 times with no communication. They are really over scheduling. The ladies at desk are too busy personally …
Absolutely the best.
Tracey was wonderful. Hands down, the best person I’ve met. She was super sweet and made me feel like a bestie, not a patient. I will be back… forever.
What can I say? Robin got me in same day of call, made it in time, Dr. A. Apple always the most pleasant person who has been caring for my eyes for years. He and staff went over the top to get me seen and examined plus he gave me his …
Went for an appointment on Wed. at 9:50 a.m. Left after 2 hours at 11:50, ‘one patient still in front of you’. This place is a ‘factory’ for eye care. Save yourself the time and trouble and look elsewhere. That said, the staff was nice. It’s not their fault, just really poor management.
A great resource for the Sandhills, NC and greater area. Dr. Miller is a thoughtful Dr. who explains things very well, answering questions thoroughly with excellent judgment. The surgical center too is the very best, using the latest technology, with excellent after-care.
Dr. Miller and his staff are so professional and courteous. This office is extremely busy but he takes the time to listen to me at every appointment. Dr Miller’s calm demeanor prevents me from feeling anxious and stressed about my eye …
No one really likes going to the docs, but this place makes it a whole lot easier. They were very organized in every step of the process. My mom talked with a retna specialist and she was very nice and compassionate in her diagnosis.
The wait wasn’t as bad as everyone told me it would be. While I was waiting to see the doctor, I saw several others, so the time was broken up & not unpleasant at all. Each member of the team & Dr. White were all extremely courteous and informative. Thank you. Rose Hanson
Huge beautiful office!! Lots of assistance! Professional and thorough! Loved Dr. Apple!! Left my wallet at home but they were able to see me anyway! And the golf cart to and from my car was the BEST!! Thanks to all!
I had my eye exam this week and it will be my last. The practice had come highly recommended to me by friends that had cataract surgery here. Unfortunately, my exam with Dr. Brandon Phillips was the worst opthalmology appointment I have …
My daughter had a minor procedure done.. the whole process from check in to check out was super smooth. The surgery center, nurses, Dr White and all the staff were super attentive and helpful. Highly recommend!!
Had been referred there by my normal eye doc. Place is bigger than expected and busy. Staff is very friendly and my doctor was easy to understand, polite and answered all questions to my satisfaction. For a new patient the time of my appointment to leaving the office was one hour thirty minutes.
Dr White did an amazing job on my eye surgery. He’s has great bedside manner and is patient enough to to explain and answer questions. I highly recommend him.
I recently had Dr Fakadej do my cataract surgery and she was fantastic. Took the time to explain my options in great detail. Highly trained and did excellent work. …
All of the staff here were supper friendly, and the appointment went smoothly. Dr. Miller easily figured out what was wrong with my eyes and was able to get me treatment for them right away. Best eye doctor experience I could’ve hoped for.
The care and eye surgery outcome was great but the exhausting wait and never ending labyrinth of waiting rooms and sub-waiting rooms was too much. I would never have agreed to one day care if I had any idea it was that grueling. They are …
Great services from start till end. Doctor Hales was very attentive to my issue with the eye prescription and did what was necessary to correct it. He found I had high pressure in my left eye. He prescribed my eye drops and set up an appointment to return in one week to make sure the pressure on the eye had subsided.
Dr. Messner is excellent. I believe the medical aspect of Carolina Eye Associates is second to none. However, it took me an hour and 15 minutes before I saw the doctor past my appointment time. It is not unusual to have wait times …
I was very pleased with my care and the expertise of my doctor. The office staff at both the Sanford and Southern Pines offices were friendly, experienced, and very helpful. The medical staff were also friendly, knowledgeable, and …
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Everyone was very kind and patient oriented. Great atmosphere.
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THE WAIT TIME TO ACTUALLY GET MY SURGERY WAS A LONG DAY. THE SURGERY ITSELF WAS QUICK AND PROFESSIONAL
They just take so long to do anything no one comes out to give lives one updates or how long there gonna be
Great personality, bedside manner and extremely smart. Highly recommend!!
Really good eye specialists
One large waiting room with Lots of ppl, then into smaller ones where nurses call you back. Friendly & pretty fast.
Very smooth process from start to finish. Everyone very professional
Very efficient and professional.
The facilities are very nice and modern staff very friendly and knowledgeable made my grandfather feel very conformable and safe during his visit
Very helpful and easy to deal with
Super professional and friendly! Cares about their patients and their well being!
Dr Throneburg is awesome. He really cares about people
We have had a wonderful experience with all of our visits. The doctor is excellent and very caring.
Great doctor but had to wait 2 hours for my appointment!!!!!
Very well run office. Very little delay.
Everyone was very professional and compassionate.
Office very clean and short wait to be seen
Very efficient and nice staff !!
Slow. Its like they are herding cattle from room to room. There are numbered spots in the lot, no where does it state they are for employees. We got asked to move further back, my mom can barely see, but we had to move so they could be closer. The patients should have priority in the lot.
Terrible experience for me, Dr Fakadej was a total jerk, I will not have eye surgery at that clinic for sure. Waste of my time and money.
Great Dr’s here. Little bit slow on being seen dut definitely worth the wait
Doctor was knowledgeable, but the WAIT time was terrible. I had to wait almost 4 hours total. There is no excuse for being “forgotten about” in a doctor’s office.
Service is really slow. Been waiting for 4 hours for my family member surgery. I do not recommend this place unless you want to wait all day.
The only reason this place is in business is the community is beyond patient. No one is ever seen on time. Wait times and visits are ridiculously long. I made an appointment as the first patient of the day – they still did not manage to see me on time.
Excellent – from initial phone call to make an appointment to the end with the visit with the doctor . Great results.
I had brow lift surgery in April and eye lid surgery July . Dr. White did the surgery. He and his staff are exceptional!
Dr Harris &His Staff & Associate’s are ;
Kind & Awesome!!
&I would recommend this …
Excellent care and service. Covid precautions are in effect. Minimal wait time. All personnel were friendly, courteous and professional.
My experience was horrible because they’re not good I have had glasses always but they checked and told me my eyes were wonderful ha ha I went to another eye doctor and they got me fixed up no thanks to Carolina eye care associates I feel …
Efficient and personable. An often difficult combination to be efficient and organized and at the same time make people feel welcome and cared for.
Excellent people and short wait times
Dr Messner was great and all the staff was caring and kind wonderful people I was very impressed with wait time I got super care and can see again I would recommend Carolina Eye Center to anyone Keep up the great work and may God bless yall Thanks so much for such great service
Very organized and timely(long,but timely)!!
Dr. T worked me in his busy schedule to access my problem! Very competent and kind.
All of the staff was very nice and helpful. To be as busy as they were I was still attended to promptly.
Dr. French, the office and surgical staff were absolutely great! They were all the penultimate professionals.
I have been going there now for a few years I have had very good experience with them everyone is nice and curtious they make ypu feel comfortable.
I was here last week and it took absolutely forever and now I’m here for surgery and it’s stupid slow again. When I signed in they took me right back to get payment then put me in a room that is full of other patients just waiting endlessly!!!
I can’t remember when I’ve had a better experience at a doctor’s office. From check-in to discharge, it was great. On a scale of 1 to 10, I give.them a 15.
Will not see you even if you have eye insurance and a referral form, has an attitude. I guess if you’re not rich they dont want to have anything to do with you. I’ll take my money elsewhere that actually has better customer serserv.
I want to thanks all of d employees that took good care if me awesome care thanks you ,Dr. Lisa Sitterson thanks u did an excellent job
Very professional, and the people were friendly. My eyesight is very much improved. Highly recommend.
Efficient staff, nice facilities and latest technology and friendly. The overall wait was a bit long.
715 am appointment. In and out in one hour with three different tests and consultation with Doctor.
It takes a while but they are very thorough and I recommend them for your eye care needs
Wonderful employees and doctors. Sueanne, Rhonda; and Dr. Throneburg made me feel so comfortable and talked me through the problems I was having. I will recommend Carolina Eye to anyone!!!
Dr. Dave was great as usual. All staff treated me professionally and got me in and out. Thanks
Great emergency service thank goodness
Dr. Almony and staff are always very professional.
I wanted to leave a review simply because I was so impressed. Because of other reviews, I expected the worst, but I am happy to say that they were very prompt and professional. I couldn’t be happier with my treatment.
Couldn’t have had a better experience considering what I had to deal with. Dr. White is tops and I will be returning for care to him should I need to.
The quality of service is excellent … The wait time is quite lengthy.
The seem to have everything for all vision issues.
Took my sister there today to see about getting special contact lenses the doctor did not even want to discuss it she just wanted to do surgery did not even have time to speak with her and answer any questions very poor service charge me …
Wonderful care and treatment at Carolina Eye….all were outstanding with special recognition for Dr French and Dr Nicole Apple. Great at their professional expertise. I am fortunate to have them….👍😁 …
Waited over an hour past my appointment time!
Stay away!!! This place is highly unorganized and inefficient. They may WORN customers up-front concerning LENGTHY WAIT TIMES, but it doesn’t excuse them. The waiting area looks more like a bus station–very crowded and the buses are never …
I was so comfortable with the whole process. Everyone was so nice. I highly recommend Carolina Eye and Dr Fakadej
I Richard G. craven am the one that had the appointment with Dr. Messner
at 10:10 Oct.27, 2021. I was well pleased with Dr. MESSNER and the staff at Carolina Eye.
Dr. Sharp is a wonderful doctor
Dr. Throneberg was very thorough and very friendly as were his staff. Definitely a 5 star
Everyone is caring and wait time is minimal. That’s what they try to do. I am very glad I chose them to do my eye surgery.
My wife had cataract surgery by Dr. Fakadej. She immediately began having problems, then lost vision – took them a week to discover that she had developed an infection in her eye, which they treated with multiple painful antibiotic shots in …
Not too long a wait, everyone was very nice and professional. Made me feel at ease. Answered any questions I had. Good experience.
Ten days post op eye lid surgery; fantastic bed side manner, excellent surgical skills, beyond pleased with results. I highly recommend Dr White and his wonderful staff.
My wife has had nothing but positive experiences with cataract surgery and follow up with Dr French at Carolina Eye Care
Dr. Mincey of Caroline Eye Assoc. performed a retinal reattachment surgery on my eye. His surgery failed within a week. …
Excellent experience yesterday with Carolina Eye. I had an acute issue, and they worked me in to be seen. Dr. Throneberg was excellent.
Dr. Throneburg is very attentive and excellent at what he does. The entire staff is welcoming and professional. Always a great experience!
This doctor made me feel like he really cared and understood what was going on with me as a new patient. He’s very professional.
Always been extremely nice and helpful. Caring Staff
I first went to Carolina Eye Associates 2 years ago as I was having vision issues with my left eye. I was first seen by Dr. Nicole Apple and upon seeing an issue with my eye I was sent to Dr. Hadad. Dr. Hadad discovered that I had what …
Very professional staff and excellent service.
I went with my son and his 5 month old to an eye appointment here today. The check in person said it could take 2 hours because she was the only glaucoma doctor in the region (that was a lie) which was later cleared up by another staff …
Good care from people who seem to be concerned with your comfort and care. Dr.White is exceptional as is his staff. The personnel in pre-op are efficient but considerate. The only problem is that the wait to be seen can be long at times.
I have macular degeneration and for 3+ years have had nothing but excellent care from Dr. Almony and her staff. They are ALL very professional, knowledgeable and caring about my disease. Yes, sometimes the wait time can be long but my …
In and out relatively fast.
New formats mean quicker service.
Would recommend.
Waited two hours past my appointment time to see a doctor. Be prepared to walk a good bit to get to the front door. The landscaping is beautiful and the staff is very kind.
I have only been to the Lumberton office. That experience was ok. But when I had to call today about an eye drop prescription. It was a nasty hassle! In the Pinehurst office I had to speak to a Robbin. She is very nasty, condescending and …
Carolina Eye Associates is a professional organization with a courteous staff. Dr. Haddad is an excellent surgeon and her team is very professional. I am very pleased with the outcome of my surgery and highly recommend their services.
I had cataract surgery June 18,3020 in my left eye and July 9 on my right eye by Dr French . I explained to Dr French that I did not want to wear glasses,contacts or readers , he recommended the PanOptix titis lens implant , it was …
Even while preparing for inclement weather and being busy, as a first time patient I was well taken care of and all of my questions were tended to. Great place with great people!
Got me in quickly for a potential eye problem that suddenly appeared. Very well organized and friendly despite being very busy! This is now my go-to place for All of our vision-related needs!
Great experience, as usual. Excellent care, friendly staff.
Very good experience with cataract surgery. All aspects were handled very well. I suggest adding information about followup visits to the pre-op information that is shared.
This was a point in my life where i have never been so scared. Not knowing what to expect, or how my vision would be. Dr. Fakadej was absolutely amazing. The entire staff was professional, personable, and answered any and all questions to put my mind at ease. I highly recommend this facility. You will be glad you did!!
Professional, knowledgeable and timely considering everything that was done in preparation for surgery.
Dr French is the best. He restored my left eye to 20/20 vision. Just had second eye done today. I would highly recommend him and this institution.
My doctor and the staff are wonderful and have my complete confidence… the wait time is too long…Two of us waiting had an appointment at the same time and mine was 5 minutes later..
I’m a long time patient of Carolina Eye Associates in Pinehurst NC. where I have always received exceptional care. My recent appointments with Dr. Throneburg and Dr. Fakadej deserve a special note of appreciation, however. After successful …
Carolina Eye and Dr. French have been terrific in my treatment.
I had a very great visit with Doctor Apple at Carolina Eye on Friday. It was a very through exam, the staff was great as was the check in and check out team
Great place! Dr. White is the best. The nurses and all associates were so very kind and considerate. Made my visits so very easy.
My sister had eye surgery at 2:30 they told me it will be 30 minutes 3 hours later no one came out to inform me what was going on. Are how she was doing It’s now time for them to close the receptionist cut the lights out and leaving for …
I recently underwent cataract surgery on both eyes at Carolina Eye Associates in Southern Pines.
Dr Anna Fakadej performed both surgeries and the results are nothing less than …
Dr. White and his staff are great. I went in for a consultation and the procedure was performed that same day, to my surprise. I was very happy with Dr. White and his staff. I never felt rushed with his staff and they seemed to care about what they were doing the entire time. Highly recommended.
Without question, the two surgical eye procedures I entrusted to Dr. Anna F. Fakadej and her staff at Carolina Eye, provided me the ultimate in vision restoration with the very utmost in personal attention and care! Dr. Fakadej carefully …
I rarely review but I have to rave about the all star staff at Caroline Eye Associates in Pinehurst! From the lady who checks you in, Tracey, who is AWESOME and extremely helpful to the man, Bill, who operates the shuttle to your car …
Very pleased with the service received and the attention provided by the doctor and staff relating to the surgery and follow up visits.
I was very pleased with my treatment and with surgery outcome.
Very pleased with the efficiency of the administration and liked Dr. Miller very much.
Had an emergency eye issue and CEA personnel worked me in and resolved the issue. I found the entire staff to be helpful, knowledgeable and very kind
My double blepharoplasty went well. No pain, few after-effects, and I was surprised by how much more I could see during my first drive to Sinclair. Eventually I realized my stitches were not dissolving: the 4-year-old I care for looked at …
Great experience yesterday..
Dr. Millinder was the best, as was her staff.
Quite impressive! Very large, very busy facility however these folks have it down! Liked the Doctor and everyone was very friendly and accommodating.
Staff was very professional pleasant and Dr. Joey Harris explained everything very clearly to me. I would highly recommend this office and this physician to anyone.
Great team. Really take good care of me.
Excellent full service eye care. They have provided all my eye care for many years. Routine eye exams through several eye surgeries. All the doctors and staff I’ve dealt with have provided excellent care, in a professional and friendly manner. It is a well run practice and I recommend them.
Dr. White has performed two eyelid surgeries for me. The outcome for both has been great. He is a caring surgeon – reassuring and supportive. During the two surgeries Carolina Eye and the surgical center have both shown top-notch …
My wife had eye surgery here and we were told to be there at 9:30 am. This has got to be the most inefficient ran clinic in the entire state of North Carolina. There is no way humanly possible we should have to be there until after 6:00 pm for the 10 minute procedure she had done.
Gave 3 stars because I didn’t know what to rate this experience. And it was an experience! Took 2 different people there. The results were great and have no complaints about that area. But the waiting time is horrendous. People are herded …
The are very organized and move patients through very quickly.
I recently had cataract surgery with PanOptix lens implants. Surgery was performed by Dr. French. My complete experience could not have been better. Each staff person gave full awareness to my needs. Scale of 1-10, they are a perfect 10!
While we were on vacation in Pinehurst, my husband got a pine needle in his eye, which was very painful, while golfing. I called Carolina Eye to see if they could see him asap. Dr. Throneburg’s nurse was very compassionate and said to …
Dr Throneburg is amazing, great personality and really cares about your eye health
My name is Shirley Shoemake. I went to Carolina Eye in Pinehurst NC on May 19, 2021 for cataract surgery. It was such a very pleasant experience! Everyone that I came in contact with was so compassionate, so friendly and so informative. …
Dr.Terra millinder is one of the best eye doctors at Carolina eye. She really saved my vision without her I would have been blind.
Terrible from start to finish. No one was friendly or even seemed to care. Spent a half hour for them to enter our info in the computer and did not even give me the required paperwork. Upon leaving they assumed I was scheduling an …
The staff and Dr Millender were all first rate and very professional .
I had a lens replaced today and I’m amazed at the difference in my vision already. …
I have had nothing but exceptional care from the Pinehurst Doctors & Staff at Carolina Eye. I had Dr. Millender as my surgeon & I would highly recommend her. I have also seen Dr. Throneburg on several visit & I feel as if he genuinely cares …
On a Tuesday, I experienced for the first time a visual problem best described as a prism across my field of view. I called Carolina Eye Associates and described my symptoms to a Nurse Practioner. She told me to rest and it should go away, …
I was sent by my regular eye doctor because he saw something during a routine exam in my left eye that didnt look right. I saw Dr. Sitterson [after waiting for HOURS]. They did an ultrasound, revealing a shadow of something pressing against …
Called at 2:30 to ask about the eye drops they gave me to see if I can use something else. Left message and they never called me back and now it’s a weekend! On the recording they say to only leave one message and they will call you back! Not today………?
Dr White has worked his magic on my eyes. Could see better and look 10 years younger with VERY little discomfort. Took on pain pill to sleep the first night. Went out and eat and traveled via a driver for the first couple days. Iced and gooped the eye lids as needed. Am 100% satisfied.
Dr White and his team were amazing. I can SEE! The procedures were explained to me in detail. They were friendly and caring and made me feel secure and comfortable. Dr White and the on-call Judy Fleming responded right away on Labor Day …
Everyone at Carolina Eye Associates was very kind and personable from the receptionist to the checkout personnel. Quick, friendly service at very point during my visit. Dr. White was kind and caring and performed my inpatient procedure …
Dr White performed a Blepharoplasty on my eyelids. The entire staff was efficient and pleasant. I felt that the surgical team appreciated each other and liked working together. I am very pleased with the procedure and the healing process
I have never visited with an optometrist that worked in such a large organization before. But things ran very smoothly, the staff were professional, courteous, and friendly. My first visit was much better than I anticipated.
Had cataract surgery on 4-12-22. The staff in the surgical center were very professional and efficient. Great experience.
I had a great first visit at Carolina Eye! Dr. Apple was kind and informative. Travis went above and beyond to ensure I had a good experience from start to finish. He was super personable and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
Dr alimony was very personable & explained everything.
The doctor was great-very knowledgeable and professional. They were able to get me in and out quickly! Definitely recommend their office,
There is a lot of “in and out” during the visit but they are the experts and know how to best run their business. I just plan accordingly. The staff is professional and have made a bad situation bearable for me. Dr. Almony is excellent and I never feel rushed with her.
Won’t return phone calls. It was easy to see them for an exam. After that they don’t want to even bother with me. I am trying to buy a new pair of glasses and they just don’t return phone calls so I can’t get them ordered.
Been in the place numerous times and they seem to do good work and the staff is pretty nice and considering they do a great job on people eyes they see better afterwards my gma and aunts have visited them in the past and they saw better
Every one of the staff were professional, friendly and patient! Although it is a long day I am extremely pleased with the experience overall.
First eye done for cataracts. Fantastic! These people are the best. Saved my sight from Graves! Surgery was a cake walk! Wait was way less time than expected. Dr. Sharp and the nurse staff were great. Check in and processing went smoothly. Will be getting other eye done in two weeks.
I have been going to Dr. Miller for many years. He is highly professional, detailed oriented and cares about his patients. I highly recommend him.
this doc was knowledgably and too the point. Gave me clear instructions. I also made a follow up appt
My 95 year old mother suffered through 2 failed surgeries at Duke Eye Center. I brought her to Carolina Eye Associates to find out if Dr. John French could repair the damage done. This was not a routine case or an easy patient. Dr. …
I would just like to thank the Eye Surgery Center for their services. I really felt like I was their only patient, because if the treatment I received from entering through my surgery. I was so pleased at the care, treatment of all the …
My appointment was done with excellent care all around.
I finally decided to get a evaluation about my cataracts and I thought that I would see clearly at a distance but because of my astigmatism my right eye is still very blurry. The doctor had mentioned toric lenses can help astigmatism …
Very courteous and friendly staff. Dr. Miller is so nice. He always takes time to explain your diagnosis and answer any questions you have. I’ve been going to Carolina Eye for several years and plan to continue.
The doctor and nurses took very good care of me. I’m very pleased with the results.
Have been seeing Dr. Throneburg for about 15 years. He has always been absolutely top-notch. Dr. Throneburg has done a great job, has made great recommendations and has had great treatment plans. Dr. Throneurg has made two referrals …
Receptionist, ladies assisting getn me from a to b, and dr…am well pleased with their professionalisum and disposition of character…Dr. White explained in full detail everything that will be done, for my eye lids surgery coming up in …
The staff were very pleasant and helpful. Facility was very pleasing to the eye, airy and clean. Dr. Messner was very knowledgeable, pleasant, explained the testing and answered my questions in terms easily understood. I would recommend this facility to my friends.♥
DR.White is the best, he did my lower Blepharoplasty & even fixed my upper lid from a previous surgeon. Would highly recommend him.
Dr. Messner, Dana, Matt, Samantha and Kayla (at checkout) were amazing. I felt appreciated and I knew they cared. This was my first appointment and my expectations were definitely met!
Great appt with Nicole Apple. Checked my vision and did overall exam, very happy with the attention to detail and recommendations for follow up in 1 year.
Very Professional, Outstanding patient care. Very accommodating to special needs
It was a pleasant experience, all the staff was very helpful. It seems very crowded, but it is well managed and there is little waiting to being cared for
Absolutely thrilled with the results I’m having so far. Dr. Fakadej did an excellent job fitting my eyes with lens that were right for me. The staff was everything you could ask for in patient care. Top notch service with top notch care. Thanks to all that cared for me during my surgeries before and after. 10⭐️
My husband and I both had cataract surgery a few months ago. We were both very pleased with the services and outcomes. Dr. John French and his staff were knowledgeable and caring. Concerns and questions were readily explained. We were …
A superb experience every time I go. My doctor is the BEST!
I thought the entire experience at Carolina Eye Associates was handled well. I was treated kindly by everyone on the staff that assisted in my evaluation and treatment. I had an evaluation and surgery in one day and that made for a long day, but it was better for me than having to make separate trips.
Great experience. Dr Hadaad repaired my retina and I am grateful. Great doctor!!!
Everything went smooth as far as the procedures, BUT a lot of waiting between stages. It took 4 hours for a 10 minute procedure. The worst was pre surgery, waited 45 minutes, empty stomach, on my back. My neck was hurting. Once in surgery, …
Arrived with wife for her 8:45am appointment. It’s currently 2:20pm and we are still waiting. Great doctors (that’s why we are waiting) but the wait and lack of communication is concerning. Asked 2 hours ago how much longer and was told around and hour. Looks like an 8 hour appointment? Disappointing.
This was my first visit to Carolina Eye Associates. The staff was very courteous and pleasant. Everything was explained in detail for my upcoming surgery. I would give good recommendation to anyone.
Dr. Kendall wannamaker and staff were very courteous and informative. I had laser surgery for retinal tears from cataract surgery at Care Fear Eye whom I do not recommend. …
The staff were all quite professional. Dr. Sharpe clearly has excellent skills at removing cataracts and inserting IOC’s. The only annoyance was the time it took from entry into the clinic to exit. On the first surgery day I arrived at …
I always enjoy my visits with Dr’s at Caroline Eye. It’s like visiting an old friends. They are kind and very thorough and answers all my questions professionally and in a manner that I understand, as a patient. Over all, I have had nothing …
As expected, the wait to see the doctor was long since I had a late afternoon appointment, but the excellent doctors and staff make it worth it. Also, the waiting room is comfortable and spacious. …
Everyone in this place were friendly, knowledgeable, and they made you feel at ease. I would highly recommend this place to everyone.
Dr. Wannamaker is a knowledgeable and capable young man. We have moved into phase 2 of Macular Degenration eye treatment, and while no picnic, I believe Dr. Wannamaker is a skilled and trusted eye professional. He has my vote of confidence, and my sight depends on him.
The experience at Carolina Eye located at 2170 Midland Rd was a very pleasant experience. The doctors and staff were very friendly and made me feel very comfortable! Successful surgery! My doctor is Anna F. Facades. I’m thankful and appreciative to all the staff members!
I went for my second eye surgery. The staff are so good at what they do. I was treated with nothing but kindness and respect. The doctor talked to me put me at ease I was not worried at all. The staff made me very comfortable. They ask …
Great experience on cataract surgery on both my eyes. Good distance view now and so far even the reading part is very good. 20/20 or 20/25 with out glasses. Nurses are good and caring and I would highly recommend Dr. French. Office staff is highly professional.
I tore my cornea and had to be seen immediately per my regular eye doctor. They worked me in with the specialist that day. Everyone was helpful and patient with my questions, explaining things so I’d understand them. The assistant and nurse …
Dr Lisa Sitterson did a fantastic job at scraping my cornea to make it smooth and eliminate the need to wear hard contacts to stretch the cornea and make it wrinkle free without going under anesthesia. She made me very comfortable during …
I was amazed at how busy this office actually is at 7:30 a.m. Everyone was very cheerful, pleasant and professional. Each department communicated well with the other, all departments seem to be operating smoothly and efficiently. I was very impressed and look forward to my next appointment and trust them to help restore my vision.
I recently had cataract surgery performed by Dr. French. He is very personable and competent and did an amazing job. I have been a patient of Dr. Miller’s for 16 years and he is also very personable and always looking out for the patient’s …
I am not sure if this facility just doesn’t do it, but I thought it was standard to make phone calls to patients whenever their appointments are changed/canceled. The first time I was scheduled to go here, I received a call letting me know …
I had an excellent experience with Dr. Miller. He was thorough, professional, and answered all of my questions fully and thoughtfully. I never felt rushed. He is very knowledgeable and definitely a patient advocate. I was very appreciative of the time he took with me.
Plan on two hrs .
I had surgery for cataract at Carolina Surgery Center. Incredible experience..
Everyone works their job with precision. .I was home in 2 hrs. My vision has improved so quickly. Dr rechecks regularly.
I am a new patient and they have been very thorough in checking my eyes and recommending any treatment.
Terrible wait times!
My mother used to come here for regular eye appointments. I attended once and immediately had her start seeing my Eye Dr in Fayettevile because there was no …
Same day surgery. Pleasant and professional atmosphere. Staff friendly and compassionate.
Since I arrived early as soon as I checked in I was immediately sent to the first of many test locations. Each associate promptly explained what the procedure was, made me comfortable and began the test. I was escorted to the next and …
Wonderfully good and competent doctors. Very caring to do the right thing for me, not just make as much money as possible. Dr Phillips even uses a pharmacy that cut the price of my eyedrop by more than 2/3! That’s really important for us folk on Medicare! I’m grateful to God and to Carolina Eye Associates.
Dr. David Throneberg was amazing and patient as always while providing care to me. I am sure that I pass about 20 eye specialists on my drive to see him specifically because of how amazing he takes care of me and my vision. I’m grateful …
I’m not one for long waits. And yes I see a lot of reviews complaining about the wait time. But I will tell you I would set there for 2+ hrs again . Dr Millendar did a great job on my eyes. Cataract surgery. She talked me thru everything …
Very good experience. Looking forward to having the cataract on my other eye removed.
I’ve had a detached retina in both eyes, not simultaneously. Drs Almony and Wanamaker did the surgeries. They are both caring professionals and very skilled. I feel very lucky to have them available in our community. …
Large establishment that’s run very efficiently. Lots of resources, communicative, and timely. I worked with two techs and my Dr., Nicole Apple while there. Incredibly sincere and helpful folks.
It was my first time at this clinic. It was really busy and I thought it would be a l ok ng wait. I can not have been more happy with my experience. Almost all of the people were in a room and many of them were leaving the hospital. I was …
Excellent service, just took too long. Each step before seeing the doctor took 5 minutes or less, then back to the waiting room anywhere from 20 to 30 minutes before being called for the next step. Every one of the aides that took care of …
Extremely efficient and throughout my visit. Friendly and helpful employees . Dr Apple is the very best!!!
Considering the volume of patients at Carolina Eye, staff have organized the office for smooth flow and individual attention. I do not require exceptional care, so during my routine visits, I haven’t experienced prolonged wait times or …
I was was referred here for a second opinion. Check-in to seeing the Dr. time is terrible. When you have an appointment and you’re there on time, you shouldn’t have to wait over an hour before being seen. Nice facility, friendly staff, but my God you wait for ever.
This was my first visit to Carolina Eye Associates. It was a very positive experience. Everyone was very kind and professional and I was very pleased with the services I received. Dr. French was very kind and took time to explain his recommended plan of treatment and gave me treatment options.
Carolina Eye was professional, thorough and friendly. The cataract surgery was not particularly fun but it was painless and the results exceed expectations. I felt my case was handled well. I’m eager to get the other eye done. I am …
I was extremely impressed with the efficiency of Carolina Eye Associates. I was about5 minutes late for my 1st appointment with them (didn’t realize how long a drive it would be.). I waited a bit for the registration process, but from …
Excellent service with the patients. Organized and efficient with a friendly attitude. Thanks for a great experience.
Very professional and thorough. Was not rushed through my appointment and answered all of my questions.
Dr Jeffrey White was very professional along with the clinic staff. I was in and out in an expeditious manner.
Fist visit, just moved into the area. I found the staff to be very professional. I am glad that I selected Carolina Eye Associates for my total eye care!
Well organized, however, since it’s a very busy clinic, takes time. Specialists have outstanding credentials.
I get excellent care at this location. The problem is excessive waiting times–not for every visit but for some visits. Based on my recent visit, I would try to avoid Monday mornings.
Great service here. They were prompt and timely and very efficent. They have prefected that workflow! Everyone I was seemed by was very nice and very capable. Highly recommended.
I had a 3:40 pm appointment and they called .me earlier that morning and offered me an earlier appointment. I asked what time should I come in and they said come as soon as I could. That’s great service!
Pleasant staff and nice facility. Treated very well. And had Saturday appointments available.
Carolina Eye is a factory without real communication at the staff, technician and doctor level. I had to cancel my cataract surgery because the surgical staff wrote a prescription for Prednisolone after I repeatedly told the technician on the surgery team that It was toxic to me. They push people through like cans on a shelf
Update:08-24-2022
I have been working for an entire month to get my billing correct! It appears …
I visited Carolina Eye Associates this week and found everyone there from the intake receptionist to the doctor, Dr. Brandon Phillips to be very professional. I will certainly continue to go there for eye issues and treatment.
Staff is very friendly and courteous expedited my visit and kept things moving forward. I was very impressed with Dr. Winston Garris. He was kind courteous and very knowledgeable.
I wish we’d had the experiences listed like other here with comments. We’ve been coming here for 2 years and because of the extensive work needed we are stuck. There seems to be very little to no communication between departments. Yesterday …
The office was extremely friendly and professional. There was little wait time. I feel comfortable getting surgery at this eye institute.
I had very fast and professional treatment done for retina repair.
I needed an emergency appointment and they worked me in. Staff and doctors were all caring and knowledgeable. I was frightened but they put me at ease.
A few tips – make your appointment on days that doc is NOT doing surgery and ask for an early appointment. The earlier the better. Outstanding service, doctors you can rely on.
I had several test and most employees were nice but, it sure gave me the feeling I was in a factory, just a number
Dr Apple and nurse provided excellent care for me when I had experienced a frightening sudden eye problem. Gave me drops that helped and re-scheduled me for follow up. Had appointment 10:30. Out by12:30. Thorough exam!! Very grateful for this care.
Jean Walker
Great experience. Every member of the staff was very professional and friendly. I definitely recommend this place for any vision-related needs.
I cannot say enough positive comments about Carolina Eye Associates! My experience there has been with four doctors: Dr. White, Dr. Harris, Dr. French, and Dr. Apple. All four have been wonderful and very professional in caring for my eye …
I have been a patient for over 30 years. Overall they are truly amazing. I have had a detached retina that they fixed in 1992. I have had absolutely no problem with it. There have been lens implants which are still great and I could not see …
Great organization. Dr. Miller is extremely knowledgeable and takes time to make sure my vision is good and eyes are healthy.
The eventual care was fine. Had to wait for 1 1/2 hours. Check in person took 40 minutes. Felt like a factory assembly line in some ways. Dr. Throneburg was friendly, thorough, and competent.
The waiting was ridiculous…………..
This office was very busy, but always kept me up to date on the next steps. The doctor I saw was kind and understanding.
Dr. Hadad is extremely thorough and answers questions in language even I can understand! Not only that, but I was in and out in much less than than what seems to be an obligatory half a day from some of Carolina Eye’s other providers.
Well organized process offering optimal patient care. Everyone was pleasant and efficient. I felt comfortable and glad I chose them for my eye care needs.
Carolina Eye Associates take very good care of their patients. The only issue I would have with them is the waiting times. Patients have to wait to see the nurse/technician who takes initial information, then wait for a room, then wait for the doctor, then wait to check out at the end of the visit. This is somewhat frustrating!
DR Apple explained what was happening with my eyes-dry eyes txed w/Restasis for 7 wks but still dry- and would require more time and adding otc eye drops prn. Also, was told previously I had MD but he said it was very mild (81 yrs old) and …
Great wait times and professional staff. Was in and out in 1 hr. Unbelievable for the amount of patients this health care facilities sees on a daily. Kudos to Carolina Eye Associates.
I love Carolina Eye in Southern Pines NC. Their up to date equipment means your contacts are right the first time. I had a really bad experience at Walmart. I actually thought after my 3rd trip there in a week maybe I just couldn’t wear …
Beware! Place is full of staff with no character, morals or integrity. They will cause you harm then cover it up. Even lying on medical documentation. Many people working there were involved in this incident and not an honest, honorable …
This is a wonderful clinic. Very professional. Very efficient and friendly. I highly recommend. This clinic offers all eye care services. I am sure anyone attending this clinic will be very satisfied.
Don’t bother making appt. You set there for hours before even being acknowledged. 1st in & the entire waiting room was cleared 4 times with no communication. They are really over scheduling. The ladies at desk are too busy personally …
Absolutely the best.
Tracey was wonderful. Hands down, the best person I’ve met. She was super sweet and made me feel like a bestie, not a patient. I will be back… forever.
What can I say? Robin got me in same day of call, made it in time, Dr. A. Apple always the most pleasant person who has been caring for my eyes for years. He and staff went over the top to get me seen and examined plus he gave me his …
Went for an appointment on Wed. at 9:50 a.m. Left after 2 hours at 11:50, ‘one patient still in front of you’. This place is a ‘factory’ for eye care. Save yourself the time and trouble and look elsewhere. That said, the staff was nice. It’s not their fault, just really poor management.
A great resource for the Sandhills, NC and greater area. Dr. Miller is a thoughtful Dr. who explains things very well, answering questions thoroughly with excellent judgment. The surgical center too is the very best, using the latest technology, with excellent after-care.
Dr. Miller and his staff are so professional and courteous. This office is extremely busy but he takes the time to listen to me at every appointment. Dr Miller’s calm demeanor prevents me from feeling anxious and stressed about my eye …
Had my wife’s cataract surgery done here. 100% satisfied with the process from beginning to end. Follow up care was on point. 10/10 would recommend.
No one really likes going to the docs, but this place makes it a whole lot easier. They were very organized in every step of the process. My mom talked with a retna specialist and she was very nice and compassionate in her diagnosis.
The wait wasn’t as bad as everyone told me it would be. While I was waiting to see the doctor, I saw several others, so the time was broken up & not unpleasant at all. Each member of the team & Dr. White were all extremely courteous and informative. Thank you. Rose Hanson
Huge beautiful office!! Lots of assistance! Professional and thorough! Loved Dr. Apple!! Left my wallet at home but they were able to see me anyway! And the golf cart to and from my car was the BEST!! Thanks to all!
I had my eye exam this week and it will be my last. The practice had come highly recommended to me by friends that had cataract surgery here. Unfortunately, my exam with Dr. Brandon Phillips was the worst opthalmology appointment I have …
My daughter had a minor procedure done.. the whole process from check in to check out was super smooth. The surgery center, nurses, Dr White and all the staff were super attentive and helpful. Highly recommend!!
Had been referred there by my normal eye doc. Place is bigger than expected and busy. Staff is very friendly and my doctor was easy to understand, polite and answered all questions to my satisfaction. For a new patient the time of my appointment to leaving the office was one hour thirty minutes.
Dr White did an amazing job on my eye surgery. He’s has great bedside manner and is patient enough to to explain and answer questions. I highly recommend him.
I recently had Dr Fakadej do my cataract surgery and she was fantastic. Took the time to explain my options in great detail. Highly trained and did excellent work. …
All of the staff here were supper friendly, and the appointment went smoothly. Dr. Miller easily figured out what was wrong with my eyes and was able to get me treatment for them right away. Best eye doctor experience I could’ve hoped for.
The care and eye surgery outcome was great but the exhausting wait and never ending labyrinth of waiting rooms and sub-waiting rooms was too much. I would never have agreed to one day care if I had any idea it was that grueling. They are …
Great services from start till end. Doctor Hales was very attentive to my issue with the eye prescription and did what was necessary to correct it. He found I had high pressure in my left eye. He prescribed my eye drops and set up an appointment to return in one week to make sure the pressure on the eye had subsided.
Dr. Messner is excellent. I believe the medical aspect of Carolina Eye Associates is second to none. However, it took me an hour and 15 minutes before I saw the doctor past my appointment time. It is not unusual to have wait times …
I was very pleased with my care and the expertise of my doctor. The office staff at both the Sanford and Southern Pines offices were friendly, experienced, and very helpful. The medical staff were also friendly, knowledgeable, and …