Carolina Eye Associates

Southern Pines, North Carolina • LASIK Eye Surgery Center

Patient rating

Google reviews
4.6 1,126 reviews

Price transparency

How we score
4/5 out of 5

Contact Information

2170 Midland Rd, Southern Pines, North Carolina, 28387

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LASIK Price at Carolina Eye Associates

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Financing & Payment Options:

  • Financing Available
  • FSA Accepted
  • HSA Accepted

Center Overview

Carolina Eye Associates is a LASIK and vision correction center located in Southern Pines, North Carolina. Led by Dr. Lisa V. Sitterson .

Carolina Eye Associates receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its skilled and compassionate doctors, who are praised for their expertise and attentiveness. However, significant concerns exist regarding long wait times and scheduling inefficiencies. While some patients appreciate the advanced technology and clean facilities, others express frustration with communication issues, particularly concerning scheduling and lack of timely updates on surgery times. The experience appears to vary significantly between locations and even between appointments at the same location.

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How we score
4/5

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Center Features

Online Booking
Wavefront Technology

Pricing Details

Price Per Eye
$2,100
Verified 4 times
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Budget-Friendly Average Premium
Area Average
$2,500
16% below
Based on 0 centers in your area
$175/month
With 24-month financing through CareCredit
FSA/HSA funds can also be used for this procedure

Price History

Price & Promotion History

Nov 12, 2025
Latest check
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Jun 22, 2025
Previous check
$2,100 per eye
Dec 10, 2024
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What's Included

What's Included

Financing Options

Financing partners:

  • CareCredit
FSA Accepted HSA Accepted

Guarantee Information

Lifetime Guarantee
Not Available

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What This Means

Additional procedures or adjustments after your initial surgery may incur extra costs. We recommend discussing coverage options during your consultation.

Technology & Services

LASIK Technologies
LASIK
PRK
AK
Wavefront-Guided Technology
Additional Vision Services
Cataract Surgery
Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery (Catalys)
Premium IOLs
ORA System
Glaucoma Treatment
MIGS
Macular Degeneration treatment
Diabetic Eye Disease management
Corneal conditions
Corneal transplants
DSEK/DMEK
Corneal cross-linking
Corneal infections
Dry Eye Syndrome treatment
Retina services
Vitrectomy
Retinal detachment repair
Ocular Plastic/Cosmetic Surgery
Botox
Fillers
Routine Eye Exams
Contact Lens Fittings

Surgeon Information

Surgeon Information
Dr. Lisa V. Sitterson
ABO Certified
Board Certified American Board of Ophthalmology

Patient Reviews

Patient Experience

Based on 20 reviews from Google

55.0%
Good

Carolina Eye Associates receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its skilled and compassionate doctors, who are praised for their expertise and attentiveness. However, significant concerns exist regarding long wait times and scheduling inefficiencies. While some patients appreciate the advanced technology and clean facilities, others express frustration with communication issues, particularly concerning scheduling and lack of timely updates on surgery times. The experience appears to vary significantly between locations and even between appointments at the same location.

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Key Strengths

Excellent doctors
High-quality care
Prompt emergency care

Areas for Improvement

Long wait times
Scheduling difficulties
Communication issues with staff

Common Procedures

Eye exams
Cataract surgery
Retina surgery

Detailed Impressions

Staff Experience

Doctors receive consistently high praise, but opinions on administrative and support staff are more mixed, with some reporting rudeness or inattentiveness.

Facility

Generally clean and well-equipped, though some patients note overcrowding in waiting areas.

Typical Outcomes

Successful surgeries and accurate diagnoses are frequently reported, although the overall patient experience is often impacted by long wait times and communication issues.