Surgical Specialties

A cataract can be the reason sharp images are out of focus, bright colors become dull, or seeing at night is more difficult. During cataract surgery, we remove the cataract and replace it with an artificial lens, significantly improving your vision and quality of life.

Oculoplastic surgery is a specialized field of medicine that combines the microsurgery of ophthalmology with the cosmetic principles of plastic surgery. Our surgeons focus on functional plastic and reconstructive surgery for the eyelids, tear ducts, and ocular orbits, as well as aesthetic cosmetic procedures for the eyelids and eyebrows.

Seeing spots can be a sign of floaters. We offer an innovative laser procedure that is minimally invasive and can improve the appearance of floaters, eliminating the obstructions to sharp vision. The procedure takes 20-60 minutes and multiple procedures may be needed to achieve optimal surgical results.

We offer the latest in vision correction procedures, helping patients achieve 20/20 after their survey, reducing and oftentimes eliminating the need for corrective lenses. Our specialized vision correction surgeons have helped thousands of patients achieve crystal clear vision without the need for corrective lenses.

Wilmington Eye Surgery Center is proud to include the only pediatric ophthalmologist in our region. Our youngest patients will receive the best surgical care to correct amblyopia, strabismus, and other pediatric eye disorders.

Strabismus is a condition in which both eyes do not look at the same place at the same time. While strabismus usually occurs among children, it can occur in adults. Our skilled ophthalmic surgeon works to correct the eye muscles and improve your eye’s ability to work as a team, helping you to see clearly again.

Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness in the United States. Our team of highly trained ophthalmic surgeons offer several surgical treatments, including the newest medical device for glaucoma management—the Dursyta sustained release implant—to help safeguard your vision from the damaging effects of glaucoma.

In order to see well, the cornea must remain transparent to refract light properly and all layers of the cornea must be free of any cloudy or opaque areas. When there is a problem with your cornea, it can significantly affect your vision. Our corneal specialists offer specialized procedures that finely target the distinct parts of the cornea.