Overview
Dr. Jennifer Lira specializes in small incision and laser-assisted cataract surgery with intraocular lens implants, cataract surgery with iStent, and anterior segment surgery. She also provides medical and laser treatment for glaucoma, manages external diseases of the eye, and offers primary eye care, including comprehensive eye examinations and prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses. Dr. Lira is also fluent in Spanish.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Presbyopia, and Amblyopia.
Dr. Lira is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Lira is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
2424 Century Place SE, Hickory, NC 28602
2311 East Main Street, Lincolnton, NC 28092
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jennifer Lira
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jennifer Lira?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jennifer Lira by calling their office at 888-626-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jennifer Lira a top-rated expert for Cataract?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jennifer Lira is classified as an Experienced expert for Cataract, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Jennifer Lira specialize in?
While Dr. Jennifer Lira is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Presbyopia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Jennifer Lira participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jennifer Lira has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cataract. You can view a list of Dr. Jennifer Lira's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jennifer Lira accept my insurance?
Dr. Jennifer Lira accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-626-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- AmblyopiaDr. Lira isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- CataractDr. Lira isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Lira isExperienced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- GlaucomaDr. Lira isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- NearsightednessDr. Lira isExperienced. Learn about Nearsightedness.
- PresbyopiaDr. Lira isExperienced. Learn about Presbyopia.