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 Hereditary Keratitis. His top areas of expertise are Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.

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 Hereditary Keratitis. Her top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Sjogren Syndrome, Interstitial Keratitis, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.

Jay Meyer is an Ophthalmologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Meyer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Keratitis. His top areas of expertise are Keratoconus, Hereditary Keratitis, Neurotrophic Keratitis, Cataract Removal, and Corneal Transplant.

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 Hereditary Keratitis. His top areas of expertise are Neuroretinitis, Uveitis, Birdshot Chorioretinopathy, and Cicatricial Pemphigoid.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Keratitis. Her top areas of expertise are Cicatricial Pemphigoid, Pterygium, Interstitial Keratitis, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Keratitis. His top areas of expertise are Blocked Tear Duct, Entropion, Orbital Cellulitis, and Ptosis.

Preeya Gupta is an Ophthalmologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Keratitis. Her top areas of expertise are Blepharitis, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract Removal, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Keratitis. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Hereditary Keratitis, Cloudy Cornea, Interstitial Keratitis, and Corneal Transplant.