Dr. Rachel Friel, OD

Dr. Rachel Friel, OD

Optometrist
200 W. Weaver St, Carrboro, NC
"Rachel Friel, O.D., received her Doctor of Optometry from Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She went on to complete a primary care and ocular disease residency at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Salisbury, North Carolina, where she trained with specialists in primary care, retinal disease, glaucoma, and anterior segment conditions, including dry eye disease. Dr. Friel has a special interest in the diagnosis and management of dry eye disease. She understands how challenging this condition can be for patients and helps guide them through treatment with clear education, effective protocols, and ongoing support. She finds great fulfillment in helping patients achieve solutions to both visual and medical concerns. Outside of the office, Dr. Friel enjoys spending time with her husband, their two boys, and their golden retriever, Ken Scruffy Jr."
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100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Rachel Friel

"Rachel Friel, O.D., received her Doctor of Optometry from Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She went on to complete a primary care and ocular disease residency at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Salisbury, North Carolina, where she trained with specialists in primary care, retinal disease, glaucoma, and anterior segment conditions, including dry eye disease. Dr. Friel has a special interest in the diagnosis and management of dry eye disease. She understands how challenging this condition can be for patients and helps guide them through treatment with clear education, effective protocols, and ongoing support. She finds great fulfillment in helping patients achieve solutions to both visual and medical concerns. Outside of the office, Dr. Friel enjoys spending time with her husband, their two boys, and their golden retriever, Ken Scruffy Jr."

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Popular visit reasons

Botox Treatment
Contact Lenses
Eye Inflammation
Eyeglasses
Eyelid Lesions
General Eye Consultation
Retinal Detachment
Routine Eye Exam
Botox Treatment
Contact Lenses
Eye Inflammation
Eyeglasses

Office location

EyeCare Specialties of North Carolina
200 W. Weaver St, Carrboro, NC 27510

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Optometry
  • W.G. (Bill) Hefner Salisbury Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Residency in Primary Care and Ocular Disease

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1699297804

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Rachel Friel's office is located at 200 W. Weaver St, Carrboro, NC 27510.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Rachel Friel?

Dr. Rachel Friel frequently sees patients for Botox Treatment, Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Rachel Friel on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Rachel Friel speak?

Dr. Rachel Friel speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Rachel Friel in reviews?

1 patients have reviewed Dr. Rachel Friel. 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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