My clinical practice focuses on the surgical treatment of patients who have cataracts, corneal problems, and those who are looking to get out of their contacts and/or glasses. I’m a professor of ophthalmology and the division chief for cornea and refractive surgery. I find my work extremely rewarding. It’s a special experience and privilege to help give patients their vision back. I grew up studying classical piano, which has interestingly been a positive factor in developing my manual dexterity for both hands. I enjoy music in general and DJ for our ophthalmology meetings across the country and the world. Dr. Kim is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Cataract Removal, and Corneal Transplant.

I provide medical oversight for comprehensive patients and established cornea patients. Preserving and restoring vision is my passion, and it is a commitment I make to all of my patients. Duke uses the most current technologies and innovations to deliver the latest in care. It gives patients great confidence to know they are being treated by leaders in their field who use a team approach. I came back to Duke in 1996 after earning my medical degree here in 1981. In my spare time, I enjoy playing guitar, reading and traveling. Dr. Carlson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.

Christopher Boehlke is an Ophthalmologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Boehlke has been practicing medicine for over 22 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Fuchs Dystrophy, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, and Corneal Transplant.

I am an eye doctor who performs cornea transplants, Lasik eye surgery and takes care of patients with cataracts. I’ve been at Duke for over 12 years. I chose medicine because it allows me to apply science in a very effective, tangible way to improve people’s lives. When I see patients, my goal is to combine compassionate care with personalized attention. I also try to educate my patients so they can more easily understand and follow their treatment plan. I was inspired to become an eye doctor after having an experience teaching a man with vision impairment to ski again. I continue to obtain great fulfillment from helping patients improve their vision so they can see well and have the confidence to function again on a high level. In my free time, I play ice hockey and enjoy spending time with my family. Dr. Semchyshyn is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, and Cataract.

Keith Walter is an Ophthalmologist in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Walter is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Fuchs Dystrophy, Cataract, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Cataract Removal, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Walter is currently accepting new patients.

Matthew Giegengack is an Ophthalmologist in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Giegengack is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Cloudy Cornea, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Giegengack is currently accepting new patients.

Charles Zwerling is an Ophthalmologist in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Dr. Zwerling is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Kallikrein Hypertension, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, and Fuchs Dystrophy. Dr. Zwerling is currently accepting new patients.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Sjogren Syndrome, Interstitial Keratitis, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.

Vipul Shah is an Ophthalmologist in Monroe, North Carolina. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Keratoconus, Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, and Pterygium. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

I am a clinician dedicated to helping children and adults preserve and restore their vision. I perform a wide variety of procedures including cataract surgery, cornea transplants and Lasik surgery. I also see a large number of patients with ocular surface disease, ranging from dry eye to limbal stem cell disease. At Duke, we are able to offer new technologies and unique surgeries for these conditions. I truly love what I do and the relationships I build with my patients. When I am not busy at work, I am home spending time with my two children or trying to sneak in a long run. Dr. Daluvoy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Cicatricial Pemphigoid, Pterygium, Interstitial Keratitis, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.

William Hammonds is an Ophthalmologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Hammonds is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Keratoconus, and Presbyopia. Dr. Hammonds is currently accepting new patients.

Joseph Biber is an Ophthalmologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Biber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, and Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1. Dr. Biber is currently accepting new patients.

Shaun Robinson is an Ophthalmologist in Concord, North Carolina. Dr. Robinson has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Cloudy Cornea, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, and Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness. Dr. Robinson is currently accepting new patients.

Dean Ouano is an Ophthalmologist in New Bern, North Carolina. Dr. Ouano is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Fuchs Dystrophy, Glaucoma, Vitrectomy, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Ouano is currently accepting new patients.

Brian Groat is an Ophthalmologist in Wilmington, North Carolina. Dr. Groat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, and Fuchs Dystrophy. Dr. Groat is currently accepting new patients.

Travis Jenkins is an Ophthalmologist in Wilmington, North Carolina. Dr. Jenkins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Fuchs Dystrophy, and Cataract. Dr. Jenkins is currently accepting new patients.

Miles Whitaker is an Ophthalmologist in Pinehurst, North Carolina. Dr. Whitaker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Fuchs Dystrophy, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, and Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1. Dr. Whitaker is currently accepting new patients.

Edward Isbey is an Ophthalmologist in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Isbey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Cloudy Cornea, Cataract, and Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness. Dr. Isbey is currently accepting new patients.

Michelle Patel is an Ophthalmologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Blepharitis, and Glaucoma. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.