Dr. James Lockwood

Dr. Arthur “Cliff” Guyton is a comprehensive ophthalmologist who provides both medical and surgical eye care for adults. He values clear communication and a collaborative approach, taking time to explain diagnoses and tailor treatment plans around each patient’s goals. His practice ranges from routine eye exams to managing common conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, dry eye, and diabetic eye disease, with a steady focus on preserving vision and comfort over the long term. Dr. Guyton earned his MD and MBA at Emory University, where he also completed his ophthalmology residency and served as president of the American Medical Association student chapter. He has remained active in professional advocacy, including service on the board of Georgia 2020 and engagement with the Georgia Society of Ophthalmology. In 2025, he and his family relocated to the Chicago area to be closer to his wife’s family. Patients describe his style as attentive, thorough, and reassuring—qualities he brings to every visit as he works to help people see their best.

Dr. Lauren Schaffer Mitchell is a comprehensive ophthalmologist at Emory Eye Center. She cares for a wide range of eye concerns—from routine exams and dry eye to cataract evaluation and surgery—with a friendly, straightforward style that helps patients feel informed and confident about their options. As an Emory faculty physician, she blends up-to-date techniques with clear communication and thoughtful follow-up. Dr. Mitchell earned her MD at Emory University School of Medicine, completed a transitional year at Emory, and finished her ophthalmology residency at Emory, where she now serves as an Assistant Professor. She welcomes adult patients seeking comprehensive eye care, cataract consultations, and ongoing management of common medical eye conditions.

Dr. Matthew W. Hollar is a comprehensive ophthalmologist who provides medical and surgical care for a wide range of eye conditions. He joined North Georgia Eye Clinic in 2016 and focuses on helping patients protect vision, stay comfortable, and understand their options for ongoing eye health. Dr. Hollar completed his undergraduate studies at Vanderbilt University and earned his M.D. from Duke University School of Medicine, where he also devoted two full-time years to research at the Duke Eye Center studying age-related eye diseases. He then completed ophthalmology residency training at the Vanderbilt Eye Institute and Veteran’s Administration Hospital. Dr. Hollar has published on topics that include macular degeneration, ocular oncology, infections of the eye, and congenital ophthalmic disease. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, and his clinical interests include dry eye syndrome, medical management of glaucoma, neuro-ophthalmology, and cataract surgery.