Dr. James Yoakum, OD

Dr. James Yoakum, OD

Optometric Glaucoma Specialist
3211 Rogers Rd, Ste 100, Wake Forest, NC
5.00
“Friendly staff running efficiently with purpose and knowledge of their work. A very positive experience with professional staff. Answered all questions and provided a detailed exam. No pressure on sales of eye wear. Very satisfied and will continue to use this establishment. ”
David M.October 22, 2026
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“Friendly staff running efficiently with purpose and knowledge of their work. A very positive experience with professional staff. Answered all questions and provided a detailed exam. No pressure on sales of eye wear. Very satisfied and will continue to use this establishment. ”
David M.October 22, 2026

About Dr. James Yoakum

Dr. Dan Yoakum, a native of Indiana, moved to Raleigh in 1985. He graduated cum laude from NC State with a Bachelors degree in Microbiology and a minor in Genetics. He attended the prestigious Pennsylvania College of Optometry where he graduated in 1995 with Clinical Honors. He completed general Optometric externships at Quantico Naval base and Hahnemann University School of Medicine, and a Pediatric externship at The Eye Institute of Philadelphia. Dr. Yoakum has been practicing as a licensed Optometrist for over 25 years. He is a member of the American Optometric Association and NC State Optometric Society. Dr. Yoakum is married to Kim, who works in our optical department. They have four children, three of whom are triplets. Dr. Yoakum is active in his church and in his spare time he enjoys working out, hiking, reading and learning to play the banjo. He is also an avid N.C. State fan. Go Pack!

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Popular visit reasons

Comprehensive Eye Exam
Contact Lens Exam
Contact Lenses
Eye Infection
Eyeglasses
General Eye Consultation
Glaucoma Consultation
Routine Eye Exam
Comprehensive Eye Exam
Contact Lens Exam
Contact Lenses
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Office location

MyEyeDr.
3211 Rogers Rd, Ste 100, Wake Forest, NC 27587

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Drexel University, Elkins Park Campus, Doctor of Optometry
  • North Carolina State University (Bachelor's)

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1962464289

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Friendly staff running efficiently with purpose and knowledge of their work. A very positive experience with professional staff. Answered all questions and provided a detailed exam. No pressure on sales of eye wear. Very satisfied and will continue to use this establishment.
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Dr. James Yoakum's office is located at 3211 Rogers Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587.

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Dr. James Yoakum frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eye Infection, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. James Yoakum on their profile.

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Dr. James Yoakum speaks English.

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1 patients have reviewed Dr. James Yoakum. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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