I specialize in treating patients with drooping eyelids, under-eye bags, and various eyelid concerns, including the removal of lumps, bumps, and even cancerous lesions around the eyes. My work also includes reconstructive procedures and addressing issues with the eye’s tear drainage system. Beyond medical care, I believe everyone deserves to look and feel like their best self. That’s why I offer cosmetic procedures such as upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty (for under-eye bags) and eyebrow lifts. Outside of work, I love diving into new languages, getting creative with mini art projects around the house, and challenging myself with baking recipes inspired by The Great British Bake Off. Dr. Wanja is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. Her top areas of expertise are Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, Meibomianitis, and Ptosis.

As an oculoplastic surgeon, I am an ophthalmologist trained specifically in the management of eyelid, eye socket and tear duct disease. This includes droopy eyelids, lumps and bumps around the eyelids, skin cancers, and orbital tumors, among other conditions. Oculoplastic surgeons bring a unique perspective to eyelid and orbital surgery, as we are trained first as eye experts before specializing in the area around the eyes. Although oculoplastics is a surgical field, I prioritize the desires and symptoms of each of my patients, and strongly consider the risk to benefit ratio of a potential surgery. I am not in a rush to operate without a compelling reason. I moved to Durham from the northeast and have thoroughly enjoyed living here. I enjoy playing tennis, eating at local restaurants, and exploring the mountains of western Carolina with my family. Dr. Liss is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. His top areas of expertise are Blocked Tear Duct, Entropion, Orbital Cellulitis, and Ptosis.

I like to treat every patient like they are family – with caring compassion and individualized attention. In my practice, I perform laser cataract surgery using the most advanced intraocular lenses. I also provide aesthetic facial treatments, including Botox and injectable fillers, and oculoplastic surgery for correction of eyelid abnormalities. I see patients with a wide range of general ophthalmic conditions including trauma, glaucoma, eye infections, dry eye, and retinal disease. When I’m not busy working, you can find me spending time with my family, cooking, traveling, and hiking with my two Chow dogs. Dr. Li is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Meibomianitis, Entropion, and Eyelid Bump.

Esen Akpek is an Allergy and Immunologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Akpek has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. Her top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Sjogren Syndrome, Interstitial Keratitis, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.

I specialize in the medical and surgical care of patients with complex inflammatory, autoimmune, and infectious diseases of the eyes, including inflammation inside of the eyes (uveitis) and on the surface of the eyes. I am experienced in using new immunosuppressive medications, biologic agents, injectable therapies, and in-office technologies for uveitis and ocular surface disease. I also perform routine and complex cataract surgery. I believe in an individualized approach to treating disease. This involves a complete review of one’s health, close monitoring, and collaboration with other specialists, such as rheumatologists, infectious disease specialists, pediatricians, and internal medicine doctors. My clinical interests include uveitis, iridocyclitis, scleritis, pediatric uveitis, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, ocular cicatricial pemphigoid, bacterial and viral infections of the eye, ocular rosacea, and severe dry eye. I believe in providing the best care to patients with serious eye conditions. Dr. Sura is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. His top areas of expertise are Neuroretinitis, Uveitis, Birdshot Chorioretinopathy, and Cicatricial Pemphigoid.

As the chief of oculofacial surgery at Duke, I specialize in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids and orbit as well as the cosmetic laser surgery of the skin. I have published extensively on my work with cosmetic lasers, injectable fillers, neuromodulators, and benign essential blepharospasm in peer-reviewed journals and several textbooks. I speak frequently at both national and international meetings. I also serve on the editorial board of two aesthetic journals and was the first female oculofacial surgeon to be featured on the cover of the Plastic Surgery Practice Magazine. I am also a passionate artist and work with a variety of mediums. I believe that my work as a cosmetic surgeon is an extension of my great love of art. Dr. Ann Woodward is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. Her top areas of expertise are Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Anophthalmia Plus Syndrome, Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, and Vitrectomy.

I am a native of Ohio but a Blue Devil since I graduated college from Duke University. I returned to my Buckeye roots for my medical training but was happy to return to North Carolina and join the Duke Eye Center. My practice is a comprehensive ophthalmology practice and I welcome all patients that are looking for thorough, efficient and thoughtful care for acute eye problems and early management of chronic eye diseases. My particular interest is in Cataract surgery and aim to provide my patients with the most up-to-date advancements in the fast-growing field, including premium lens implants and laser-assisted cataract surgery. I understand that eyesight is so highly valued by most of us and therefore I do my best to inform patients of all of their options, whether surgical or medical, and to help patients make the best decision for their eyes. Dr. Horne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Strabismus.

Laurie Pollock is an Ophthalmologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Pollock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Strabismus, and Glaucoma. Dr. Pollock is currently accepting new patients.

Joseph Mccracken is a General Surgeon in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Mccracken is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. His top areas of expertise are Kallikrein Hypertension, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Glaucoma, and Cataract.

John Howard is an Ophthalmologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Howard has been practicing medicine for over 35 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. His top areas of expertise are Meibomianitis, Glaucoma, Cataract, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

Carmen Mclean is an Ophthalmologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Mclean is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, and Entropion. Dr. Mclean is currently accepting new patients.

Jon Brisley is an Ophthalmologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Brisley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Eyelid Bump, Meibomianitis, and Cataract. Dr. Brisley is currently accepting new patients.

David Haas is an Ophthalmologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Haas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Meibomianitis, and Glaucoma. Dr. Haas is currently accepting new patients.

With over 15 years of experience as a general ophthalmologist, I have extensive expertise in management of a variety of straightforward and complex eye diseases. In particular, I am noted for cataract surgery, and enjoy maximizing outcomes in all, even complex cases. I am known by my patients as a highly caring physician who gives individual attention, and understand my patient's eye problems in relation to their overall health and wellness. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Retinochoroidal Coloboma, Uveitis, and Glaucoma.

My practice focuses on the surgical and medical treatment of cornea, anterior segment, and lens disorders in adults and children. I specialize in corneal transplant surgery, cataract surgery with advanced technology lenses, intraocular lens complications, and refractive surgery such as LASIK and PRK. I am fortunate to work at this wonderful institution and in a field where we have the technology to impact lives daily through improvement and customization of vision. I love forming relationships with patients and offering the newest technologies available. Outside of work, I enjoy teaching residents, fellows, and other ophthalmologists both locally and at national meetings. I also love traveling, spending time outdoors biking or running, trying new restaurants, and spending time with my husband and dog. Dr. Houser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. Her top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.

I am dedicated to helping people of all ages preserve, restore, and maximize their vision. I perform all types of refractive surgery (LASIK, PRK, ICL, and refractive lens exchange) so that I can offer my patients a treatment customized to their needs. I also specialize in cataract surgery, including premium lenses, corneal transplants, and other procedures of the eye surface. In addition to my work at Duke Health, I am heavily involved in humanitarian eye care in Africa and around the world. I am the founder of HelpMercy International, a founder of the Moran CORE education website, and was one of the surgeons featured in the award-winning movie Duk County. I live in Chapel Hill with my wife and three children who helped me write and produce a full-length musical called “RISE.” We also enjoy cycling, rock climbing, and building and playing guitars, basses, and drums. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Hereditary Keratitis, Cloudy Cornea, Interstitial Keratitis, and Corneal Transplant.

Renzo Zaldivar is an Ophthalmologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Zaldivar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. His top areas of expertise are Blocked Tear Duct, Entropion, Dacryoadenitis, and Chalazion. Dr. Zaldivar is currently accepting new patients.

Charles Rice is an Ophthalmologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Rice is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. His top areas of expertise are Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Blocked Tear Duct, and Entropion. Dr. Rice is currently accepting new patients.

Tal Rubinstein is an Ophthalmologist and a Plastic Surgeon in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Rubinstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. His top areas of expertise are Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Thyroid Eye Disease, Graves Disease, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Rubinstein is currently accepting new patients.

I am a clinician-scientist and retinal ophthalmologist with the primary goal of developing novel ways to diagnose and treat age-related macular degeneration (AMD). I am involved in clinical trials, including the study of innovative therapies related to macular diseases. I also specialize in treating patients with diabetic retinopathy and retinal vascular diseases. I am committed to providing the highest level of evidence-based patient care. I was awarded the Clinical Scientist Development Award from the National Eye Institute, and I received the Heed Foundation award. I am a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, Society of Heed Fellows, Society for Neuroscience and American Society for Neural Therapy and Repair. Dr. Lad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Entropion. Her top areas of expertise are Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Geographic Atrophy.