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Oculofacial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Christopher J. Hwang, MD, MPH
Christopher Hwang, MD, MPH

Catherine Cuite, MD

The University of North Carolina Department of Ophthalmology offers comprehensive oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgical services that treat and manage deformities and abnormalities of the eyelids, lacrimal (tear) system and orbit (eye socket), as well as the adjacent face. The Department’s highly skilled, fellowship-trained Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery specialist treats conditions including eyelid malpositions, eyelid and orbital cancer, tearing disorders, periocular trauma, Graves’ Disease (also known as thyroid eye disease), and spastic eyelid disease (blepharospasm and hemifacial spasm). This service also offers non-surgical and surgical facial cosmetic surgery, including blepharoplasty and Botox® injections for wrinkle reduction.

Assistant Professor Dr. Christopher Hwang is extensively trained in delicate procedures limited to the structures surrounding the eye that can affect a patient’s ability to see. Dr. Hwang is an American Board of Ophthalmology board-certified ophthalmologist and has completed training in plastic surgery and passed rigorous American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery tests to practice in this highly specialized field.

Associate Professor Dr. Catherine (“Cate”) Cuite has served patients in both academic and private practice for over 20 years. Her scope of expertise includes aesthetic and functional oculofacial care specific to the eyelids and periorbital area. Dr. Cuite performs endoscopic (incisionless) tear drain surgery, eyelid reconstruction and cosmetic rejuvenation as well as caring for tumors and trauma to the soft tissue around the eye. Dr. Cuite is American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO) certified in ophthalmology and additionally ABO specialty certified in oculoplastic surgery.

Dr. Hwang cares for patients at UNC Kittner Eye Center in Chapel Hill, NC. Dr. Cuite sees patients at both UNC Kittner Eye Center in Chapel Hill, NC, and at UNC Health Eye Care at Cary. To schedule an appointment with either Dr. Hwang or Dr. Cuite, call (984) 974-2020.