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Julie Pan, O.D.
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Jack M. Chapman
M.D.
Dr. Chapman’s primary areas of focus are cataract refractive surgery, laser cataract surgery and treatment for eye conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, astigmatism, dry eye, glaucoma, macular degeneration and cataracts.
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Matthew B. Kaufman
M.D.
Matthew B Kaufman, M.D. is a leading ophthalmologist in Georgia and the Director of Refractive Surgery at North Georgia Eye Associates. Fellowship trained in cornea, advanced cataract surgery and laser vision correction, he specializes in laser-assisted refractive cataract surgery and performs the laser vision correction procedures for the practice.
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Clayton G. Blehm
M.D.
Dr. Blehm was among the first in Georgia to perform laser cataract surgery and has taught this technique to surgeons across the country.
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Lori C. Lebow
M.D.
A board-certified ophthalmologist and a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Dr. Lebow has done research for both the National Eye Institute in Bethesda, Maryland and Harvard Medical School’s Joslin Diabetes Institute.
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Matthew W. Hollar
M.D.
Dr. Hollar is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, and specializes in medical and surgical care of the eye.. He is a member of both the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Medical Association.
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Bhairavi Dholakia
M.D.
Dr. Dholakia is a board certified ophthalmologist with extensive clinical and surgical experience in the field of corneal disorders, cataract surgery, and refractive surgery.
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Zach R. Balest
M.D.
Dr. Balest’s professional interests include cataract surgery with premium lens options, medical and surgical management of glaucoma, diabetic eye care and eyelid rejuvenation.
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Brent Hayek
M.D., F.A.C.S.
Dr. Hayek’s research interests involve improvements and innovative drug therapy for thyroid eye disease, as well as more predictable facial fat transfer techniques for peri-orbital rejuvenation.
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Mark M. Novotny
O.D.
Dr. Novotny has a wide range of experience in the field of optometry and specialized in contact lens fittings and general eye exams. Prior to his current position with North Georgia Eye Clinic, Dr. Novotny spent two years working for Envision Eyecare in Clearwater, Florida.
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Elizabeth F. Ellison
O.D.
Dr. Ellison’s professional interests include dry eye disease and fitting specialty lenses.
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Stephen S. Ellison
O.D.
Dr. Ellison’s professional interests include dry eye disease and fitting specialty contact lenses.
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Jason Gabrels
O.D.
Dr. Jason Gabrels grew up in Norcross, Georgia. Graduating from Norcross High School. He went on to the University of Richmond where he graduated with honors. He earned his doctorate of optometry at the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN.
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Julie Pan
O.D.
Dr. Xiaowen (Julie) Pan is a highly skilled optometrist with a passion for delivering exceptional eye care. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Emory University and graduated with honors from Southern College of Optometry in 2022.
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Philip Shaffer
O.D.
Dr. Philip Shaffer is a fellowship-trained optometrist who specializes in medical and comprehensive eye care including the diagnosis and management of diabetic eye disease, glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts, anterior segment disorders and the fitting of contact lenses.
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Jeffrey Crowder
M.D.
Dr. Jeffrey Crowder is a board-certified comprehensive ophthalmologist who specializes in premium cataract surgery.
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Sheetal M. Shah
M.D.
Dr. Sheetal M. Shah, a board certified Ophthalmologist, attended Cornell University in Ithaca, New York graduating with honors in biological sciences and applied economics and management and then received her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical College in Brooklyn, NY.
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Somi Kwon
O.D.
Dr. Somi Kwon is an experienced optometrist with a commitment to delivering top-quality eye care across all age groups, from pediatric to geriatric patients.
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John Thomas
M.D.
With nearly 20 years’ experience, Dr. Thomas is a leader in the field of vitreoretinal disease and surgery. Dr. Thomas has extensive skill in managing severe diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and other retinal disorders.
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Christina Weeks
M.D.
Dr. Weeks specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus (improper ocular alignment) at the North Georgia Eye Clinic and has broad experience treating children.
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