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To make an appointment:\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n* Call UNC Department of Ophthalmology Scheduling Center:
\nAll locations (984-974-2020), <\/strong>except for Alamance Eye Center (336-228-0254)<\/strong><\/h5>\nHours
\n<\/strong>8:00am to 5:00pm
\nMonday \u2013 Friday<\/h5>\nEmergency Eye Care, Nights and Weekends<\/strong><\/h4>\n(919) 966-4131
\nAsk for the ophthalmologist on call.<\/h5>\nGeneral Information<\/strong><\/h4>\nPH: (919) 966-5296<\/strong> (UNC Department of Ophthalmology offices)<\/h5>\n <\/p>\n
Patient’s First Visit<\/strong><\/h4>\nPatients are requested to bring glasses or contact lenses currently being used with them, along with any other visual aids or prostheses. Also, patients should bring with them all medications, including ointments or drops, and medication being taken for other health reasons. Patients should bring all X-ray films (not simply written reports) including MRI and CT scans. Patients should plan on the first visit lasting two and one-half hours and return visits one hour. Patients should have someone with them who can drive home since their eyes will be dilated and vision will be restricted.<\/p>\n
The following information is necessary for an appointment with the Department of Ophthalmology:<\/p>\n
\n- Full name with correct spelling<\/li>\n
- Date of birth<\/li>\n
- Mailing address<\/li>\n
- Daytime phone number<\/li>\n
- Chief complaint or reason for appointment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Routine Appointments (Comprehensive Eye Care)<\/strong><\/h4>\nPatients who have appointments for routine eye examinations will be asked to complete a medical and family history questionnaire (first appointment only). Patients next receive a routine examination to check for vision and glaucoma. The physician also examines both the front and the back of the eye for any disorders or abnormalities. If a problem is suspected, the physician may do one or more of the following:<\/p>\n
\n- Photograph the eyes<\/li>\n
- Prescribe glasses or contact lenses<\/li>\n
- Prescribe medication<\/li>\n
- Schedule appointment for additional evaluation<\/li>\n
- Test visual fields<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nPatients are encouraged to use My UNC Chart<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0 (EPIC@UNC) for timely access to their medical information and connection with their providers across the UNC Health system. My UNC Chart<\/a><\/strong> is a secure, easy-to-use online dashboard with a comprehensive panel of features, including:<\/p>\n\n\n- Appointment scheduling\/management<\/li>\n
- Messaging with providers<\/li>\n
- Test results access<\/li>\n
- Online bill pay<\/li>\n
- Third-party access (authorized) to managing patient care<\/li>\n
- Prescription refills requests<\/li>\n
- Physical health tracking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Sign up for My UNC Chart here!<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\nLearn more by visiting<\/span> My UNC Chart Patient Guide<\/a><\/strong>.<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
\nAll locations (984-974-2020), <\/strong>except for Alamance Eye Center (336-228-0254)<\/strong><\/h5>\n
Hours
\n<\/strong>8:00am to 5:00pm
\nMonday \u2013 Friday<\/h5>\nEmergency Eye Care, Nights and Weekends<\/strong><\/h4>\n(919) 966-4131
\nAsk for the ophthalmologist on call.<\/h5>\nGeneral Information<\/strong><\/h4>\nPH: (919) 966-5296<\/strong> (UNC Department of Ophthalmology offices)<\/h5>\n <\/p>\n
Patient’s First Visit<\/strong><\/h4>\nPatients are requested to bring glasses or contact lenses currently being used with them, along with any other visual aids or prostheses. Also, patients should bring with them all medications, including ointments or drops, and medication being taken for other health reasons. Patients should bring all X-ray films (not simply written reports) including MRI and CT scans. Patients should plan on the first visit lasting two and one-half hours and return visits one hour. Patients should have someone with them who can drive home since their eyes will be dilated and vision will be restricted.<\/p>\n
The following information is necessary for an appointment with the Department of Ophthalmology:<\/p>\n
\n- Full name with correct spelling<\/li>\n
- Date of birth<\/li>\n
- Mailing address<\/li>\n
- Daytime phone number<\/li>\n
- Chief complaint or reason for appointment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Routine Appointments (Comprehensive Eye Care)<\/strong><\/h4>\nPatients who have appointments for routine eye examinations will be asked to complete a medical and family history questionnaire (first appointment only). Patients next receive a routine examination to check for vision and glaucoma. The physician also examines both the front and the back of the eye for any disorders or abnormalities. If a problem is suspected, the physician may do one or more of the following:<\/p>\n
\n- Photograph the eyes<\/li>\n
- Prescribe glasses or contact lenses<\/li>\n
- Prescribe medication<\/li>\n
- Schedule appointment for additional evaluation<\/li>\n
- Test visual fields<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nPatients are encouraged to use My UNC Chart<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0 (EPIC@UNC) for timely access to their medical information and connection with their providers across the UNC Health system. My UNC Chart<\/a><\/strong> is a secure, easy-to-use online dashboard with a comprehensive panel of features, including:<\/p>\n\n\n- Appointment scheduling\/management<\/li>\n
- Messaging with providers<\/li>\n
- Test results access<\/li>\n
- Online bill pay<\/li>\n
- Third-party access (authorized) to managing patient care<\/li>\n
- Prescription refills requests<\/li>\n
- Physical health tracking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Sign up for My UNC Chart here!<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\nLearn more by visiting<\/span> My UNC Chart Patient Guide<\/a><\/strong>.<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
(919) 966-4131
\nAsk for the ophthalmologist on call.<\/h5>\nGeneral Information<\/strong><\/h4>\nPH: (919) 966-5296<\/strong> (UNC Department of Ophthalmology offices)<\/h5>\n <\/p>\n
Patient’s First Visit<\/strong><\/h4>\nPatients are requested to bring glasses or contact lenses currently being used with them, along with any other visual aids or prostheses. Also, patients should bring with them all medications, including ointments or drops, and medication being taken for other health reasons. Patients should bring all X-ray films (not simply written reports) including MRI and CT scans. Patients should plan on the first visit lasting two and one-half hours and return visits one hour. Patients should have someone with them who can drive home since their eyes will be dilated and vision will be restricted.<\/p>\n
The following information is necessary for an appointment with the Department of Ophthalmology:<\/p>\n
\n- Full name with correct spelling<\/li>\n
- Date of birth<\/li>\n
- Mailing address<\/li>\n
- Daytime phone number<\/li>\n
- Chief complaint or reason for appointment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Routine Appointments (Comprehensive Eye Care)<\/strong><\/h4>\nPatients who have appointments for routine eye examinations will be asked to complete a medical and family history questionnaire (first appointment only). Patients next receive a routine examination to check for vision and glaucoma. The physician also examines both the front and the back of the eye for any disorders or abnormalities. If a problem is suspected, the physician may do one or more of the following:<\/p>\n
\n- Photograph the eyes<\/li>\n
- Prescribe glasses or contact lenses<\/li>\n
- Prescribe medication<\/li>\n
- Schedule appointment for additional evaluation<\/li>\n
- Test visual fields<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nPatients are encouraged to use My UNC Chart<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0 (EPIC@UNC) for timely access to their medical information and connection with their providers across the UNC Health system. My UNC Chart<\/a><\/strong> is a secure, easy-to-use online dashboard with a comprehensive panel of features, including:<\/p>\n\n\n- Appointment scheduling\/management<\/li>\n
- Messaging with providers<\/li>\n
- Test results access<\/li>\n
- Online bill pay<\/li>\n
- Third-party access (authorized) to managing patient care<\/li>\n
- Prescription refills requests<\/li>\n
- Physical health tracking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Sign up for My UNC Chart here!<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\nLearn more by visiting<\/span> My UNC Chart Patient Guide<\/a><\/strong>.<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
PH: (919) 966-5296<\/strong> (UNC Department of Ophthalmology offices)<\/h5>\n <\/p>\n
Patient’s First Visit<\/strong><\/h4>\nPatients are requested to bring glasses or contact lenses currently being used with them, along with any other visual aids or prostheses. Also, patients should bring with them all medications, including ointments or drops, and medication being taken for other health reasons. Patients should bring all X-ray films (not simply written reports) including MRI and CT scans. Patients should plan on the first visit lasting two and one-half hours and return visits one hour. Patients should have someone with them who can drive home since their eyes will be dilated and vision will be restricted.<\/p>\n
The following information is necessary for an appointment with the Department of Ophthalmology:<\/p>\n
\n- Full name with correct spelling<\/li>\n
- Date of birth<\/li>\n
- Mailing address<\/li>\n
- Daytime phone number<\/li>\n
- Chief complaint or reason for appointment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Routine Appointments (Comprehensive Eye Care)<\/strong><\/h4>\nPatients who have appointments for routine eye examinations will be asked to complete a medical and family history questionnaire (first appointment only). Patients next receive a routine examination to check for vision and glaucoma. The physician also examines both the front and the back of the eye for any disorders or abnormalities. If a problem is suspected, the physician may do one or more of the following:<\/p>\n
\n- Photograph the eyes<\/li>\n
- Prescribe glasses or contact lenses<\/li>\n
- Prescribe medication<\/li>\n
- Schedule appointment for additional evaluation<\/li>\n
- Test visual fields<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nPatients are encouraged to use My UNC Chart<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0 (EPIC@UNC) for timely access to their medical information and connection with their providers across the UNC Health system. My UNC Chart<\/a><\/strong> is a secure, easy-to-use online dashboard with a comprehensive panel of features, including:<\/p>\n\n\n- Appointment scheduling\/management<\/li>\n
- Messaging with providers<\/li>\n
- Test results access<\/li>\n
- Online bill pay<\/li>\n
- Third-party access (authorized) to managing patient care<\/li>\n
- Prescription refills requests<\/li>\n
- Physical health tracking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Sign up for My UNC Chart here!<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\nLearn more by visiting<\/span> My UNC Chart Patient Guide<\/a><\/strong>.<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Patients are requested to bring glasses or contact lenses currently being used with them, along with any other visual aids or prostheses. Also, patients should bring with them all medications, including ointments or drops, and medication being taken for other health reasons. Patients should bring all X-ray films (not simply written reports) including MRI and CT scans. Patients should plan on the first visit lasting two and one-half hours and return visits one hour. Patients should have someone with them who can drive home since their eyes will be dilated and vision will be restricted.<\/p>\n
The following information is necessary for an appointment with the Department of Ophthalmology:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Full name with correct spelling<\/li>\n
- Date of birth<\/li>\n
- Mailing address<\/li>\n
- Daytime phone number<\/li>\n
- Chief complaint or reason for appointment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Routine Appointments (Comprehensive Eye Care)<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Patients who have appointments for routine eye examinations will be asked to complete a medical and family history questionnaire (first appointment only). Patients next receive a routine examination to check for vision and glaucoma. The physician also examines both the front and the back of the eye for any disorders or abnormalities. If a problem is suspected, the physician may do one or more of the following:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Photograph the eyes<\/li>\n
- Prescribe glasses or contact lenses<\/li>\n
- Prescribe medication<\/li>\n
- Schedule appointment for additional evaluation<\/li>\n
- Test visual fields<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
Patients are encouraged to use My UNC Chart<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0 (EPIC@UNC) for timely access to their medical information and connection with their providers across the UNC Health system. My UNC Chart<\/a><\/strong> is a secure, easy-to-use online dashboard with a comprehensive panel of features, including:<\/p>\n
\n- \n
- Appointment scheduling\/management<\/li>\n
- Messaging with providers<\/li>\n
- Test results access<\/li>\n
- Online bill pay<\/li>\n
- Third-party access (authorized) to managing patient care<\/li>\n
- Prescription refills requests<\/li>\n
- Physical health tracking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Sign up for My UNC Chart here!<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n
Learn more by visiting<\/span> My UNC Chart Patient Guide<\/a><\/strong>.<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"