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Kelly Eye Center’s Experienced Doctors
At Kelly Eye Center, we put patients first. Our patient-centered value is what sets us apart from other practices and makes us the clear choice for patients in the Triangle area. We offer first-class, comprehensive treatment in optometric and ophthalmic practices while continuing our quest for innovation, thoughtful adoption of new technologies and an unsurpassed commitment to patient care.
Cataract Surgery
Cataracts are one of the most common eye conditions in the United States today. Cataracts blur and distort vision, dull colors, and make daily activities more difficult. With thousands being affected each year, cataract surgery is constantly advancing and improving.
Read more about Cataract SurgeryComprehensive Eye Exams
In order to keep you in the best eye health possible, our doctors at Kelly Eye Center offer comprehensive eye examinations. Eye examinations are very important to your overall eye health, and are able to detect diseases such as cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, retinal issues and much more.
Read more about our eye examsGlaucoma
Glaucoma is often referred to as the “silent thief of sight”. This is because glaucoma can develop with no symptoms, and once it causes damage to vision, there is no restoring it. This condition is very common, especially in our older patients. Fortunately, glaucoma is easily detectable through routine eye examinations.
Read more about GlaucomaDry Eyes
Dry eye is a condition that is more common than you might think. Over 10 million Americans suffer from dry eye, but the good news is that there are effective dry eye treatments available.
Read more about dry eyesMichael Kelly, M.D.
Eye Surgeon and Board Certified Ophthalmologist
Dr. Michael Kelly, eye surgeon and Board Certified Ophthalmologist and Medical Director of The Kelly Eye Center in Raleigh, is committed to providing quality eye care in a compassionate manner. As a leading eye doctor in Raleigh, NC, Dr. Kelly received his medical degree from Southwestern Medical School at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. His internship in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Ophthalmology was completed at the Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation in New Orleans.
Read more about Dr. Michael KellySean Smolenyak, O.D.
Doctor of Optometry
Dr. Sean Smolenyak is a native of Great Falls, Virginia. He completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Virginia, and received his Doctor of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 2001. Since then Dr. Smolenyak has specialized in the medical management of eye diseases. His interests include dry eye disease, conjunctivitis, uveitis, ocular emergencies, macular degeneration and glaucoma. He also works closely with local physicians to help manage diabetic patients.
Read more about Dr. Sean SmolenyakDr. John Langel, O.D.
Doctor of Optometry
Dr. John Langel is an optometrist at Kelly Eye Center who specializes in helping patients manage ocular diseases. He is dedicated to providing the best in individualized care so that every patient can enjoy a fuller life through better eye health. Dr. Langel is originally from McFarland, Wisconsin and earned his undergraduate and optometry degrees at The Ohio State University. Before coming to Raleigh, he completed his residency in Ocular disease and Primary Care at the Columbus and Chillicothe VA hospitals in Ohio.
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