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Dr. Pujan Dave is a glaucoma and cataract specialist who offers advanced medical, laser, and surgical options tailored to each patient’s goals. He explains complex diagnoses in plain language and uses shared decision-making to choose the safest, most effective path—whether that’s eye-drop therapy, in-office laser, or minimally invasive and traditional operations. He also performs complex anterior segment procedures to address lens and pupil problems. Dr. Dave studied public health and epidemiology at Johns Hopkins University, earned his MD from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, completed ophthalmology residency at the Wilmer Eye Institute, and pursued a glaucoma fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute Glaucoma Center of Excellence. He practices in the Charlotte region and welcomes referrals for newly diagnosed and previously treated glaucoma, as well as cataracts in patients seeking premium lens options.

Dr. Nicholas Grissom is a cataract and glaucoma specialist who helps patients make clear, confident decisions about their vision care. He offers comprehensive evaluation and a full spectrum of glaucoma management—medical, laser, and surgical—alongside modern cataract surgery options tailored to each person’s lifestyle and goals. Patients appreciate his calm explanations, step-by-step guidance, and attention to comfort before, during, and after treatment. Dr. Grissom completed ophthalmology residency at the Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute and advanced fellowship training in glaucoma at Devers Eye Institute in Portland, Oregon. He also studied biology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and earned his medical degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine. Whether planning refractive cataract surgery, selecting toric lenses, or addressing complex glaucoma, he focuses on evidence-based care and long-term vision protection.

Dr. Logan Smith is a glaucoma specialist and cataract surgeon dedicated to helping patients preserve sight with personalized, evidence-based care. He treats the full spectrum of glaucoma and offers modern cataract surgery with thoughtful lens counseling, working closely with each patient to match treatment to their lifestyle and goals. Patients appreciate his clear communication, step-by-step planning, and attention to comfort at every visit. Dr. Smith completed medical school at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, followed by ophthalmology residency at the University of Texas (Houston). He then pursued a glaucoma fellowship at Vanderbilt University, where he focused on both medical and surgical management, including minimally invasive glaucoma procedures. He is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and sees patients across multiple clinic locations. His approach emphasizes early diagnosis, close monitoring, and right-sized interventions to protect vision now and for the long term.

Dr. Rodolfo Bonatti is an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Department of Ophthalmology. He contributes his passions to treating glaucoma and other areas of expertise in the field. Recognizing the enduring nature of glaucoma, he enjoys engaging with patients to explore tailored treatment options. From experience in private practice and academia, his proficiency extends to medical and surgical glaucoma interventions, including laser procedures, trabeculectomy, tube shunts, and minimally invasive surgeries. Early in his academic journey, Dr. Bonatti completed his Ophthalmology residency (2017-2020) and an Oculoplastic fellowship (2019-2021) at Hospital das Clinicas of the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil. He furthered his ophthalmic expertise in completing a Glaucoma fellowship (2022-2023) at Dalhousie University Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences in Nova Scotia, Canada. Patients seeking specialized care for glaucoma and cataracts can consult with Dr. Bonatti at the UNC Kittner Eye Center and UNC Holly Springs Ophthalmology offices. He offers care in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. Your vision health is his priority.

Dr. Connor Dugan is a fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist who provides comprehensive medical and surgical eye care. He focuses on preserving vision and quality of life for patients with all stages of glaucoma, pairing careful diagnostics with stepwise treatments tailored to each person’s pressure targets and daily needs. Patients describe his approach as attentive, collaborative, and clearly explained. A native of southern New Jersey, Dr. Dugan completed his medical degree at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, then ophthalmology residency and glaucoma fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. At Raleigh Eye Center, he offers the full continuum of care—from medications and in-office laser procedures to advanced surgical options—and partners with referring doctors to ensure smooth, coordinated follow-up.

Dr. Luke Peterson is a fellowship-trained Glaucoma specialist, board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He has contributed extensively to the field, publishing multiple book chapters and co-authoring several peer-reviewed publications. Dr. Peterson specializes in the medical and surgical management of glaucoma, offering a comprehensive range of treatments including advanced glaucoma lasers and surgical techniques. He has significant expertise in minimally-invasive glaucoma procedures such as iStent, Goniotomy, and Canaloplasty. Additionally, Dr. Peterson performs small incision and laser cataract surgery, utilizing Toric and Multifocal intraocular lenses to reduce or eliminate the need for glasses after cataract surgery. Dr. Peterson graduated with highest honors from Montana State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in Cell Biology & Neuroscience. He then went on to receive his medical degree from Emory University in Atlanta, GA, graduating cum laude. He completed both his ophthalmology residency and a fellowship in Glaucoma at Emory University. Originally from North Dakota, Dr. Peterson spent much of his childhood in Montana, where he and his wife developed a passion for the outdoors, enjoying activities such as golfing, hiking, and skiing.

Dr. Randall Stein is an ophthalmologist specializing in glaucoma management, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, and cataract surgery at Horizon Eye Care's Charlotte area locations. He has been practicing since 2016 and takes pride in offering his patients the newest and safest treatment options available. Dr. Stein was the first doctor in Charlotte to perform two new and innovative minimally invasive glaucoma surgeries and was also the first doctor in North Carolina to administer DURYSTA™, a biodegradable sustained release glaucoma implant that represents a paradigm shift in the treatment of glaucoma. He continues to remain at the leading edge of new glaucoma treatment options as he strives to provide excellent care for his patients. Dr. Stein graduated cum laude from Tulane University and went on to receive his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine. He completed a general surgery internship at Abington Memorial Hospital in Pennsylvania before returning to New Orleans to finish his three-year Residency in Ophthalmology at Tulane University. He received further subspecialty training in Glaucoma at UNC Chapel Hill where he completed a Glaucoma fellowship. Outside of medicine, Dr. Stein loves being dad to his two children and two fur babies, woodworking, brewing beer, hiking, camping and cooking. He earned his SCUBA certification back in 2017 and has since loved exploring under the sea in different regions of the world.

I am a board-certified and fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist with training in the medical and surgical treatment of glaucoma, cataracts, and comprehensive ophthalmology. I chose to become a glaucoma specialist because I enjoy getting to know my patients and being able to take care of them over many years of longitudinal follow-up. In clinical decision-making, I take a patient-centered and evidence-based approach, and partner with my patients to help them make the best possible decision for the management of their eye disease. I am grateful to be in an academic environment where I also have the opportunity to teach residents and medical students, and interact with excellent colleagues across a university health system. In addition to my clinical and teaching duties, I am a clinician-scientist with active research interests studying imaging and visual function in age-related diseases such as glaucoma, Alzheimer's and Parkinson’s Disease, and investigating the development and implementation of artificial intelligence for detection of neurodegenerative diseases of the eye and brain. I completed my undergraduate degree at Harvard College, my medical degree at Stanford Medical School, and a master’s in public health at the University of California, Berkeley, School of Public Health. I trained in ophthalmology at Duke Eye Center and completed a glaucoma fellowship at Duke. I am now at Wake Forest Baptist Health, where I serve as Vice Chair of Learning Health Systems in the Department of Surgical Ophthalmology and am a Pepper Scholar with a co-appointment in Gerontology and Geriatrics and membership in the J. Paul Sticht Center on Aging and Rehabilitation.

R. Allan Sharpe, M.D. is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in cataract and glaucoma surgery. He offers advanced technology cataract surgery and has a special interest in minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, providing patients with the latest surgical options. Dr. Sharpe attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he studied Romance Languages with minors in Chemistry and Music, graduating with honors and induction into the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina, where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. He completed his ophthalmology residency at MUSC's Storm Eye Institute, receiving the William W. Vallotton Award for academic excellence, and then pursued fellowship training in glaucoma and cataract surgery at the Baylor College of Medicine's Cullen Eye Institute. Dr. Sharpe actively participates in research to develop improved glaucoma treatments and has authored numerous research papers and textbook chapters. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a member of the American Glaucoma Society and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, ensuring he stays at the forefront of his field.