The 20 Best Nearsightedness Doctors Near Me in Asheville, NC

Find the Top Nearsightedness Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

Save doctors for later
Sign Up
Not sure about your diagnosis?
Check Your Symptoms
Already have a doctor?
Find A Second Opinion

MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Nearsightedness near Asheville, NC. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

Location
LocationClose
14 providers found
    Advanced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Robert Wiggins
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Robert Wiggins
    Ophthalmology

    Asheville Eye Associates

    8 Medical Park Dr, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (3.3 miles away)
    828-258-1586
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Wiggins is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Wiggins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Esotropia, Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type, and Optic Nerve Atrophy.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Alexander Walters
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Alexander Walters
    Ophthalmology

    Asheville Eye Associates

    8 Medical Park Dr, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (3.3 miles away)
    704-350-2828
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Walters is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Walters is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Meibomianitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Glaucoma.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Walter Mclean
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Walter Mclean
    Ophthalmology

    Asheville Eye Associates PLLC

    21 Medical Park Dr, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (3.3 miles away)
    828-255-8978
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Walter Mclean is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Mclean is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Learn about our expert tiers
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Cameron Stone
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Cameron Stone
    Ophthalmology

    Asheville Eye Associates PLLC

    21 Medical Park Dr, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (3.3 miles away)
    828-255-8978
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Cameron Stone is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Stone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Christopher Komanski
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Christopher Komanski
    Ophthalmology

    Asheville Eye Associates PLLC

    21 Medical Park Dr, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (3.3 miles away)
    828-258-1586
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    Christopher Komanski is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Komanski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. William Bridges
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. William Bridges
    Ophthalmology

    Asheville Eye Associates PLLC

    21 Medical Park Dr, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (3.3 miles away)
    828-255-8978
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    William Bridges is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Bridges is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Geographic Atrophy, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Jeffrey Goldstein
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Jeffrey Goldstein
    Ophthalmology

    Asheville Eye Associates

    8 Medical Park Dr, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (3.3 miles away)
    704-350-2828
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Goldstein is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Goldstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Blocked Tear Duct.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Frank Killian
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Frank Killian
    Ophthalmology

    Asheville Eye Associates PLLC

    8 Medical Park Dr, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (3.3 miles away)
    828-258-1586
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Frank Killian is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Killian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract, Presbyopia, and Astigmatism.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. James Crandall
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. James Crandall
    Ophthalmology

    Asheville Eye Associates PLLC

    8 Medical Park Dr, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (3.3 miles away)
    828-258-1586
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    James Crandall is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Crandall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Dry Eye Syndrome.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. William Haynes
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. William Haynes
    Ophthalmology

    Asheville Eye Associates PLLC

    8 Medical Park Dr, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (3.3 miles away)
    828-213-7068
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    William Haynes is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Haynes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, and Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Daniel Yoder
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Daniel Yoder
    Ophthalmology

    Asheville Eye Associates PLLC

    8 Medical Park Dr, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (3.3 miles away)
    828-258-1586
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Yoder is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Yoder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD).

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Damien Macaluso
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Damien Macaluso
    Ophthalmology

    Asheville Eye Associates

    8 Medical Park Dr, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (3.3 miles away)
    704-350-2828
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Damien Macaluso is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Macaluso is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Presbyopia, and Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Jordan Masters
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Jordan Masters
    Ophthalmology

    Asheville Eye Associates

    8 Medical Park Dr, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (3.3 miles away)
    704-350-2828
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Jordan Masters is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Masters is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Cloudy Cornea, and Pterygium.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Thomas Brosnan
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Thomas Brosnan
    Ophthalmology

    Asheville Eye Associates - Arden

    2001 Hendersonville Rd, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (7.8 miles away)
    828-258-1586
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Brosnan is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Brosnan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Blepharitis, and Nearsightedness.

    Showing 1-14 of 14

    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Nearsightedness?

    Nearsightedness is when light entering the eye is focused incorrectly. This makes distant objects appear blurred. Nearsightedness is a type of refractive error of the eye.

    If you are nearsighted, you have trouble seeing things that are far away.

    When should I see an Nearsightedness doctor near Asheville, NC?

    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 an Nearsightedness doctor near Asheville, NC?

    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 Nearsightedness doctor near Asheville, NC?

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

    Nearsightedness doctor near New York, NY
    Nearsightedness doctor near Los Angeles, CA
    Nearsightedness doctor near Chicago, IL
    Nearsightedness doctor near Houston, TX
    Nearsightedness doctor near Phoenix, AZ
    Nearsightedness doctor near Philadelphia, PA
    Nearsightedness doctor near Atlanta, GA
    Nearsightedness doctor near Boston, MA
    Nearsightedness doctor near Dallas, TX
    Nearsightedness doctor near San Jose, CA

    How does MediFind rank Nearsightedness doctors near Asheville, NC?

    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 Nearsightedness doctors near Asheville, NC?

    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 an Nearsightedness doctor near Asheville, NC?

    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 Nearsightedness doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Nearsightedness 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 an Nearsightedness doctor near Asheville, NC?

    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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness doctors near Asheville, NC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Nearsightedness 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 an Nearsightedness doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Nearsightedness 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 

    Read more about our Content Policy. 

    More Nearsightedness Doctors by city