Dr. Katherine Whitfield

Dr. Katherine Whitfield is a pediatric ophthalmologist at UNC Health, practicing at the UNC Kittner Eye Center in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. She provides medical and surgical eye care for children, offering comprehensive diagnosis and management of pediatric eye conditions.

Dr. Whitfield completed a fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology at Vanderbilt University, following her residency in ophthalmology at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. She is board certified in ophthalmology and is committed to providing thorough, compassionate care to her young patients and their families.

As part of UNC Health, Dr. Whitfield collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care. She emphasizes clear communication and shared decision-making with families, helping them understand treatment options and actively involving them in their child's eye health journey.