Optical Services in Charlotte, NC
Personalized optical care with a wide selection of frames, premium lenses, and specialty contacts tailored to your unique vision needs and lifestyle by Charlotte’s optical specialists.
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Why Fitting Matters
Selecting the right eyewear involves far more than picking attractive frames. Our optical specialists evaluate your prescription, face shape, coloring, nose shape, and lifestyle to ensure both optimal fit and the best possible vision correction.
Not all lenses are the same as many progressive failures result from wrong lens selection or improper measurement. Our expertise in complex prescriptions means you get the right lens the first time, whether your needs are simple or highly specialized.
Contact Lenses
From daily disposables to specialty lenses for astigmatism and presbyopia, we offer the full spectrum of contact lens options. Our experienced fitters ensure optimal comfort and vision while providing ongoing care to protect your eye health.
Whether you’re a first-time contact lens wearer or need specialty lenses for a complex prescription, our team provides thorough fittings, detailed instruction, and follow-up care to ensure the best possible experience every day.
Glasses & Frames
Our eyewear selection includes designer frames, premium lens options, and specialty coatings to meet any visual need or style preference. From progressive lenses to blue light filtering, we have the technology and selection to suit your life.
We carry a wide variety of brands for both practical shoppers and fashion-forward patients. Our team will help you find frames that work with your prescription, complement your features, and hold up to your daily routine.
Advanced Lens Technology
Today’s lens materials and coatings dramatically improve your visual experience. Anti-reflective coatings reduce glare and eye strain, photochromic lenses adjust to lighting conditions, and blue light filtering addresses digital eye strain from screens.
For challenging prescriptions, high-index materials provide thinner, lighter, and more attractive results. Custom progressive designs, aspheric lenses, and specialty tints are all available, matched to your specific prescription and lifestyle.
Our Optical Services
Our optical team offers comprehensive vision correction solutions, including contact lens fittings, designer frames, and specialty eyewear, all coordinated seamlessly with your eye care treatment plan.
Online Optical Store
Easy access to replacement contacts, eyewear accessories, and specialty products through our online store — with home delivery or in-office pickup and your prescription on file.
Contact Lenses
Full-spectrum contact lens care from daily disposables to specialty lenses for astigmatism and presbyopia, with professional fittings and ongoing monitoring to protect your eye health.
Glasses & Sunglasses
Designer frames, premium lens options, and specialty coatings for any visual need or style, including progressive, bifocal, and blue light filtering prescription glasses in a wide range of frame styles.
Specialty Optical Solutions
Progressive, occupational, and sports eyewear along with low vision aids and safety eyewear — custom solutions for patients whose needs go beyond what standard glasses and contacts can address.
Meet Your Charlotte Optical Specialists
Our optometrists and ophthalmologists provide comprehensive optical care, from precise refraction to expert fitting for every prescription.
Nicolas M. Beaupre, OD
Expert in Primary Eye Care & Advanced Ocular Health
Serving Cotswold, Huntersville & Mallard Creek
Stephen A. Daugherty, MD
Pediatric Ophthalmology & Adult Strabismus Specialist
Benjamin C. Kramer, MD
Pediatric Ophthalmology & Adult Strabismus Specialist
Serving Cotswold, Huntersville & Mallard Creek
Jonathan S. Minkowski, MD
Cataract, Cornea & Refractive Surgery Specialist
Gerald B. Rosen, MD
Cornea, Cataract & Refractive Surgery Specialist
Serving Cotswold, Mallard Creek & Pineville
Hunter S. Stolldorf, MD
Cataract, LASIK & Refractive Surgery Specialist
Serving Cotswold, Mallard Creek & Mooresville
Royce R. Syracuse, MD, MBA
Comprehensive Ophthalmology & Cataract Surgeon
Serving Huntersville & Mooresville
Kevin R. Tomasko, Jr., MD
Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon
Xueyang (Sarah) Wang, MD
Fellowship-Trained Cornea, Cataract & Refractive Surgeon
Serving Cotswold & Mallard Creek
Complete Optical Services Throughout Charlotte
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Vision Restored, Lives Transformed
“I transferred from CEENTA to Dr Ryder at Horizon Eye Care-Cotswold. Today was my first appointment. I can say I was pleasantly surprised. I had absolutely no wait time. The office has…”
“Dr. Cameron was friendly yet quite professional. His exam seemed thorough and his recommendations sound. He answered questions I had and took his time - he was not rushed to get to…”
“All staff from checking in at the front desk, throughout my appointment were very helpful. Dr.Minkowski did a great job of explaining options/the process of cataract surgery with me, especially given my…”
“I have been coming to Dr. Minkowski for over 2 years and he is an awesome doctor. He makes you feel welcomed and worry free. He explains everything in detail and will…”
“I've been Dr. James' patient for about 8 or 9 years. He's thorough, genuinely interested in eye health, collaborative with care options and very efficient. I'm very satisfied!”
“I was completely satisfied with my visit. Everything was explained clearly and questions were asked. I love the communication process. TY”
“Dr. Ryder is very knowledgeable and helpful.”
“Great dialogue in my health and felt he was listening to my feedback. Thorough exam but really efficient.”
“Check-in staff who arrives at 7 to set up for. Day, check-out male staff, Fiona, specialist who conducts comparative studies with machine are exemplary. Dr. Minkowski is highly professional and efficient.”
“Overall great experience!”
“Took less than hour. First time meeting Dr James. Accurate and knowledgeable. Asked questions..”
“Dr Tomasko made the whole blepharoplasty a piece of cake from start to finish. I felt cared for by confident, experienced hands.”
“Excellent provider care! Dr. Garcia is knowledgeable patient and careful. I trust her with the health of my eyes and highly recommend her.”
“Attention to details about my eyes with comparison fr last years visit to this year. Professional in every way. His Assistant sat in the room transcribing Dr Ryder’s comments. It took me…”
“Had a good visit.”
“Excellent experience! The surgery center staff made things easy, the procedure stayed on schedule, and Dr.Kaluzny’s bedside manner was fantastic. Results are excellent. Dr. Kaluzny, not his nurse called me the evening…”
“Excellent and appreciated his recommendation very much!”
“Best eye doctor ever”
“It was a hay day but I didn’t wait long. Dr Tomasko explained what was concerning me and took care of it immediately. Super professional super quick and most importantly no pain.…”
“As always the check up was professional and expert. Dr Wang is a caring professional and I have confidence in her work. This visit had an annoying amount of waiting time which…”
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