Dr. Rachel Friel, OD, Carrboro, NC | Optometrist

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

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Contact Lenses

Eye Inflammation

Eyeglasses

Office location

EyeCare Specialties of North Carolina

200 W. Weaver St, Carrboro, NC 27510

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Education and background

Practice names

EyeCare Specialties of North Carolina

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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What practice does Dr. Rachel Friel work with?

Dr. Rachel Friel works with EyeCare Specialties of North Carolina.

Where is Dr. Rachel Friel's office located?

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.