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Dry Eye Specialists in North Carolina
Our Practice Focuses Solely on Diagnosis & Management of Dry Eye Disease & Related Conditions
About Us
Our goal is to foster a collaborative relationship where you feel informed and involved in your treatment journey. We offer a unique and personalized approach to dry eye diagnosis, treatment and routine maintenance that empowers our patients to take an active role in their ocular health, guiding them towards lasting relief and improved quality of life. That's why we offer and holistic solutions that address both the symptoms and root causes of dry eye. Our providers will give you the explanation and guidance you need to understand your diagnosis, and provide personalized treatment options that yield results.
Our Approach
At our Dry Eye Center in North Carolina, we focus on helping patients with ocular surface diseases, including dry eye syndrome, and eyelid conditions. We know how much this condition affects your daily life. That's why we use the latest tools and research to understand your symptoms fully. By figuring out what's causing your dry eyes, we can create a treatment plan just for you. Our goal is to make your eyes feel better, improve your vision, and give you back control over your daily activities.
What is Dry Eye Disease?
Over 30 million people in the U.S. suffer from Dry Eye Disease. From irritation, redness, and sensitivity to light, dry eyes can make everyday life uncomfortable, to the say the least. Dry Eye Disease, also known as Ocular Surface Disease, results from an imbalance in the tear film composition on the surface of the eyes. This imbalance leads to symptoms such as burning, itching, watery discharge, redness, discomfort, and variable vision. Essentially, dry eye occurs when the eyes lack sufficient high-quality tears to lubricate and nourish the front surface adequately. Diagnosis and treatment of dry eye necessitate specialized expertise and a comprehensive assessment of the ocular surface, tear film and eyelids.
Dry Eye Evaluation & Treatment
At Dry Eye Center of North Carolina, we utilize cutting-edge technologies to accurately assess the severity of your condition. Our advanced diagnostic tools allow us to provide thorough evaluations and recommend personalized treatment options tailored to your specific needs. Our approach revolves around our precision dry eye diagnostic algorithm, combined with a cutting-edge blend of treatments, a patient support program, and ongoing treatment management .
Dr. Renzo A. Zaldívar is a highly trained ocular surgeon who has specialized in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery. He trained at the Mayo Clinic and the University of Minnesota and is a member of the prestigious American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (ASOPRS). This society recognizes surgeons who have expertise in this field and has less than 600 members worldwide.Dr. Renzo A. Zaldivar Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Donathan Hudgins
Dry Eye Specialist
Dr. Hudgins earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Houston, College of Optometry. Dr. Hudgins completed an externship in primary eye care at the Womack Army Medical Center General Optometric Clinic. He also completed two tertiary externships at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center concentrating in Corneal and Anterior Segment Pathology and Neurological Ocular Disorders. 
