I’m a retina specialist who takes care of patients who have problems with the back of the eye. When a patient comes to see me, I like getting to know them and their history, so that I can tailor their treatment. My patients come from a variety of different backgrounds, so I find that I often learn as much from them as they do from me. Everybody has a different story and I very much like to learn about the patients to whom I provide care. Duke is a great place at which to work and from which to seek treatment because it’s a very collaborative institution. Everyone works together to do what’s best for the patient. Outside of work, I like to spend as much time as possible with my family. I also enjoy cooking, playing sports and watching sports. Dr. Jaffe is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Geographic Atrophy, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy.

I am a Duke vitreoretinal surgeon and Moorfields uveitis trained ophthalmologist, specializing in patients with complex medical and surgical problems of the back of the eye, known as the retina, as well as patients with inflammation in the eye or uveitis. I use the latest diagnostic and therapeutic methods along with a collaborative team effort with colleagues across Duke Eye Center and the Duke Rheumatology and Immunology division to develop the optimum treatment plans for patients with uveitis. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with the family, traveling, watching sports, and landscape photography. Dr. Grewal is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. His top areas of expertise are Uveitis, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Cataract Removal, and Vitrectomy.

Paula Pecen is an Ophthalmologist in Greensboro, North Carolina. Dr. Pecen is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. Her top areas of expertise are Uveitis, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Pecen is currently accepting new patients.

Rajiv Shah is an Ophthalmologist in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. His top areas of expertise are Endophthalmitis, Uveitis, Neuroretinitis, Cataract Removal, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

Thomas Griffin is a Pediatric Rheumatologist in Hickory, North Carolina. Dr. Griffin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. His top areas of expertise are Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Arthritis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Juvenile Dermatomyositis. Dr. Griffin is currently accepting new patients.

Nehali Saraiya is an Ophthalmologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Saraiya is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. Her top areas of expertise are Uveitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, Neuroretinitis, and Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy (APMPPE). Dr. Saraiya is currently accepting new patients.

Sumit Gupta is an Ophthalmologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Gupta has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. His top areas of expertise are Neuroretinitis, Cataract, Uveitis, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

Frederick Weidman is an Ophthalmologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Weidman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Uveitis, and Geographic Atrophy. Dr. Weidman is currently accepting new patients.

Sarah Escott is an Ophthalmologist in Marion, North Carolina. Dr. Escott is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Kallikrein Hypertension, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Neuroretinitis. Dr. Escott is currently accepting new patients.

Omar Punjabi is an Ophthalmologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Punjabi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Punjabi is currently accepting new patients.

Kashyap Kansupada is an Ophthalmologist in Belmont, North Carolina. Dr. Kansupada has been practicing medicine for over 35 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Neuroretinitis, and Astigmatism. Dr. Kansupada is currently accepting new patients.

I am a retina specialist, and in this role, I treat patients who have problems with the back of the eye. My practice is focused on injection and laser-based treatment in the clinic, as well as complex surgical cases in the operating room. I treat conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal vascular occlusion, macular edema, macular holes, epiretinal membranes, vitreomacular traction, secondary intraocular lens placement, and complex retinal detachments, among others. I truly enjoy the science behind treating retinal disease and helping patients optimize their visual potential. Many of the conditions I take care of require ongoing treatment and office visits, and one of my favorite things about my job is getting to know my patients and their families during these visits. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, running, and traveling. Dr. Borkar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. Her top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Cataract Removal, and Vitrectomy.

John Allen is an Ophthalmologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Allen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Diabetic Retinopathy. Dr. Allen is currently accepting new patients.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. His top areas of expertise are Neuroretinitis, Uveitis, Birdshot Chorioretinopathy, and Cicatricial Pemphigoid.

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

Vision is so intricately related to one's quality of life. Many patients who come to the Duke Eye Center are concerned that they could be going blind, but they rarely ask that question directly. It is important that my patients clearly understand their eye disease process, the risks, benefits and all treatment options so that we can make joint decisions. I try to reassure, when possible, and share the positives, such as 'their eye condition may only affect one eye' or that 'it is possible to improve their vision or prevent further visual loss'. We also discuss how other health problems or lifestyle decisions can affect their visual health. When someone has a vision threatening condition, it is my goal to ensure that they know that, as their physician, I will advise them and guide them through their treatment and the often complicated medical system. I enjoy what I do every day as part of the Duke Health family!. Dr. Fekrat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. Her top areas of expertise are Retinal Vein Occlusion, Endophthalmitis, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

Robert Saltzmann is an Ophthalmologist in Belmont, North Carolina. Dr. Saltzmann has been practicing medicine for over 21 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Saltzmann is currently accepting new patients.

Donald Stewart is an Ophthalmologist in Matthews, North Carolina. Dr. Stewart has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. His top areas of expertise are Optic Neuritis, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Cataract, and Benign Essential Blepharospasm. Dr. Stewart is currently accepting new patients.

Peter Lipscomb is an Ophthalmologist in Boone, North Carolina. Dr. Lipscomb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. His top areas of expertise are Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Cataract, Eyelid Bump, Meibomianitis, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Lipscomb is currently accepting new patients.

Joseph Krug is an Ophthalmologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Krug has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uveitis. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Neuroretinitis, and Uveitis. Dr. Krug is currently accepting new patients.