The 20 Best Cataract Doctors Near Me in Summerville, SC

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 21 doctor with experience in Cataract near Summerville, SC. Of these, 9 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Cataract

    Dr. Robert G. Reuther
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract

    Dr. Robert G. Reuther
    Ophthalmology
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    Carolina EyeCare Physicians LLC

    296 Midland Pkwy, 
    Summerville, SC 
     (3.9 miles away)
    843-873-5577
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Robert Reuther is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Summerville, South Carolina. Dr. Reuther is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Blepharitis, Glaucoma, and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Reuther is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cataract

    Dr. Berdine M. Burger
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract

    Dr. Berdine M. Burger
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Carolina EyeCare Physicians LLC

    296 Midland Pkwy, 
    Summerville, SC 
     (3.9 miles away)
    843-873-5577
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Berdine Burger is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Summerville, South Carolina. Dr. Burger is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Meibomianitis, Glaucoma, and Cataract. Dr. Burger is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cataract

    Dr. Prat Itharat
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract

    Dr. Prat Itharat
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Palmetto Cataract And Eye Specialists LLC

    515 Carnes Crossing Blvd Ste C, 
    Summerville, SC 
     (0.1 miles away)
    843-259-2002
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Prat Itharat is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Summerville, South Carolina. Dr. Itharat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye). Dr. Itharat is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Cataract

    Dr. Tala M. Kassm
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Cataract

    Dr. Tala M. Kassm
    Ophthalmology
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    MUSC Health Ophthalmology At Nexton Medical Park

    5500 Front St, Suite 320, 
    Summerville, SC 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Tala Kassm is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Summerville, South Carolina. Dr. Kassm is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, Uveitis, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Kassm is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cataract

    Dr. John E. Thompson
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract

    Dr. John E. Thompson
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    LowCountry Eye Specialists

    9565 Highway 78 Bldg 200, 
    Ladson, SC 
     (4.2 miles away)
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    English
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    John Thompson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Ladson, South Carolina. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD), Usher Syndrome Type 2A, and Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cataract

    Dr. Millin C. Budev
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract

    Dr. Millin C. Budev
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Carolina Cataract And Vision Center

    137 Gateway Dr, 
    Ladson, SC 
     (5.1 miles away)
    843-797-3676
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Millin Budev is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Ladson, South Carolina. Dr. Budev is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Blepharitis, and Amblyopia. Dr. Budev is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cataract

    Dr. Michelle S. Ying
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract

    Dr. Michelle S. Ying
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Carolina Cataract And Vision Center

    137 Gateway Dr, 
    Ladson, SC 
     (5.1 miles away)
    843-797-3676
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Michelle Ying is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Ladson, South Carolina. Dr. Ying is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract, Pterygium, and Presbyopia. Dr. Ying is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cataract

    Dr. Paul M. Herring
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract

    Dr. Paul M. Herring
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Carolina EyeCare Physicians LLC

    2861 Tricom St, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    843-722-2010
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Paul Herring is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Herring is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pinguecula, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Glaucoma. Dr. Herring is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cataract
    Experienced in Cataract
    Referral may be required

    Carolina Eyecare Physicians - Summerville

    296 Midland Pkwy, 
    Summerville, SC 
     (3.9 miles away)
    843-873-5577
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Sign Language
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    Jonathan Brugger is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Summerville, South Carolina. Dr. Brugger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Retinal Vein Occlusion. Dr. Brugger is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cataract

    Dr. Phelan G. Piehota
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Cataract

    Dr. Phelan G. Piehota
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    LowCountry Eye Specialists

    9565 Highway 78 Bldg 200, 
    Ladson, SC 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Phelan Piehota is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Ladson, South Carolina. Dr. Piehota is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Chalazion, Glaucoma, and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Piehota is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cataract
    Advanced in Cataract
    Referral may be required

    Trident Dental Associates LLC

    9228 Medical Plaza Dr, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    843-876-7080
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Matthew Bickford is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Bickford is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract, Keratoconus, and Meibomianitis.

    Advanced in Cataract

    Dr. Alexander R. Kent
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract

    Dr. Alexander R. Kent
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Plantation Pediatrics

    149 Saint James Ave, 
    Goose Creek, SC 
     (7.7 miles away)
    843-574-9818
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Spanish
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    Alexander Kent is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Goose Creek, South Carolina. Dr. Kent is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Subconjunctival Hemorrhage. Dr. Kent is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Referral may be required

    Carolina EyeCare Physicians LLC

    2060 Charlie Hall Blvd Ste 201, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (13.3 miles away)
    843-722-2010
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    John Boatwright is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Boatwright is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Boatwright is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cataract

    Dr. Evan D. Jones
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Cataract

    Dr. Evan D. Jones
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Roper St. Francis Hospital-Berkeley

    100 Callen Blvd, 
    Summerville, SC 
     (5.8 miles away)
    843-552-8220
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Evan Jones is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Summerville, South Carolina. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Glaucoma. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cataract

    Dr. John D. Gross
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Cataract

    Dr. John D. Gross
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Plantation Pediatrics

    149 Saint James Ave, 
    Goose Creek, SC 
     (7.7 miles away)
    843-724-3456
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    John Gross is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Goose Creek, South Carolina. Dr. Gross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Dry Eye Syndrome, and Diabetic Retinopathy. Dr. Gross is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cataract

    Dr. John C. Kulze
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract

    Dr. John C. Kulze
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Eye Center Of Charleston

    2270 Ashley Crossing Dr Ste 100, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (13.3 miles away)
    843-556-2357
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    John Kulze is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Kulze is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Kulze is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cataract

    Dr. Patrick H. Dennis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract

    Dr. Patrick H. Dennis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

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    2097 Henry Tecklenburg Dr Ste 204, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (13.3 miles away)
    843-577-2020
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Patrick Dennis is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Dennis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina, and Interstitial Keratitis.

    Experienced in Cataract
    Experienced in Cataract
    Referral may be required

    Eye Center Of Charleston

    2270 Ashley Crossing Dr Ste 100, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (13.3 miles away)
    843-556-2357
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Spanish
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    Charles Beischel is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Beischel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Beischel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cataract

    Dr. John C. Ellyn
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Cataract

    Dr. John C. Ellyn
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Eye Center Of Charleston

    2270 Ashley Crossing Dr Ste 100, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (13.3 miles away)
    843-556-2357
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Spanish
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    John Ellyn is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Ellyn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Amblyopia, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Dr. Ellyn is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cataract

    Dr. Lowrey P. King
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Cataract

    Dr. Lowrey P. King
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    The Retina Center Of Charleston PA

    2057 Charlie Hall Blvd Ste A, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (13.3 miles away)
    843-763-6491
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Lowrey King is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. King is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Vein Occlusion. Dr. King is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Cataract?

    A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye.

    When should I see a Cataract doctor near Summerville, SC?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Cataract doctor near Summerville, SC?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How do I find the best Cataract doctor near Summerville, SC?

    You can find a Cataract doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Cataract doctors near Summerville, SC?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Cataract doctors near Summerville, SC?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Cataract doctor near Summerville, SC?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Cataract doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cataract doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Cataract doctor near Summerville, SC?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Cataract doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Cataract doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Cataract doctors near Summerville, SC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Cataract doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Cataract doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cataract doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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