At Asheville Vision and Wellness, we've been dedicated to caring for the visual health of Western North Carolina residents for over three decades. Our team of experienced optometrists and staff combine the latest technological advancements with personalized care to ensure your eyes remain healthy and your vision clear throughout every stage of life.
Your Trusted Eye Care Professionals in Western North Carolina Since 1989
Located conveniently in South Asheville, our practice offers comprehensive eye examinations, contact lens evaluations, medical eye care, and a wide selection of quality eyewear to meet the unique needs of every patient who walks through our doors.
Meet Our Doctors
Our team of highly qualified optometrists brings decades of combined experience to your eye care:
Dr. Sid Morse
With extensive training in the latest diagnostic and treatment techniques, Dr. Morse is committed to providing exceptional eye care to patients of all ages.
Dr. Lisa M. Greene
Dr. Greene specializes in comprehensive eye examinations and the diagnosis, treatment, and management of ocular diseases.
Dr. Adam Greene
Dedicated to employing the latest advancements in optometric technology, Dr. Greene ensures patients receive the most accurate and effective care possible. All our doctors are certified in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of ocular disease, ensuring you receive expert care for any eye health concern.
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Your eyes deserve thorough, attentive care. Our comprehensive eye examinations go far beyond simply checking your vision—they evaluate the complete health of your eyes to detect early signs of conditions that could affect your sight and overall health.
What We Evaluate During Your Eye Exam:
- Visual acuity - Measuring how clearly you can see at various distances
- Refraction testing - Determining your exact prescription needs
- Eye muscle coordination - Checking how well your eyes work together
- Pupil response - Assessing how your pupils react to light
- Peripheral vision - Testing your side vision to detect any blind spots
- Eye pressure - Screening for glaucoma
- Anterior eye health - Examining the front structures of your eye
- Retinal health - Evaluating the back of your eye, including the retina, macula, and optic nerve
Our eye exams include specialized testing for:
- Macular degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Cataracts
- Dry eyes
- Corneal irritation
- Color vision deficiencies
- Eye alignment issues
During your examination, your doctor will explain each test and discuss any findings with you, ensuring you understand your eye health status and any recommended treatments or vision correction options.
Advanced Diagnostic Technology
Asheville Vision and Wellness stands apart by offering the most advanced diagnostic technologies available in optometric care. Our state-of-the-art equipment allows us to detect eye conditions earlier and with greater precision than ever before.
Our Advanced Technology Includes:
- Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) - Takes cross-sectional pictures of the retina via a scanning laser, helping diagnose and track treatment in conditions like macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy.
- Optomap Ultra-Widefield Retinal Imaging - Creates a digital image capturing more than 80% of your retina in one panoramic view, helping detect early signs of retinal disease.
- Slit Lamp Test - Provides a highly magnified view of your eye structures to aid in diagnosing various eye conditions.
- AdaptDx Pro for AMD - Measures dark adaptation speed, potentially indicating the presence of age-related macular degeneration up to three years earlier than other tests.
- Visual Evoked Potential (VEP) - Measures visual brain waves to help understand how well the eye communicates with the brain.
These advanced diagnostic tools allow us to provide the highest standard of preventative eye care, often detecting issues before they affect your vision or cause discomfort.
Medical Eye Care Services
Our practice goes beyond routine vision care to offer specialized medical services for various eye conditions. Our doctors are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of eye health issues.
Conditions We Diagnose and Treat:
- Glaucoma - We offer comprehensive testing and management for this sight-threatening condition characterized by increased eye pressure and optic nerve damage.
- Cataracts - We provide evaluations, referrals for surgery when needed, and post-operative care.
- Macular Degeneration - Early detection and management strategies help preserve vision for patients with this age-related condition.
- Diabetic Eye Disease - Regular monitoring and treatment help protect the vision of patients with diabetes.
- Dry Eye Syndrome - We offer advanced treatments including LipiFlow for Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, which addresses a root cause of dry eye.
- Eye Infections and Inflammation - Prompt diagnosis and treatment help resolve these uncomfortable conditions.
- Foreign Body Removal - We can safely remove many types of foreign objects from the eye.
- Eye Allergies - We provide relief strategies and treatments for seasonal and perennial eye allergies.
Specialized Treatment Options:
- LipiFlow Dry Eye Treatment - This heat treatment effectively removes blockages in the meibomian glands, allowing them to resume natural oil production for the tear film, providing significant relief to patients suffering from dry eyes.
- Nutritional Counseling - We offer guidance on supplements and dietary changes that support eye health, including products like Macuheatlh, Medical grade Omega 3’s (EPA/DHA), Perque Life Guard, and Perque Digesta Guard.
- Neurolens - For patients suffering from headaches, neck pain, or eye strain due to eye misalignment, Neurolens technology can bring your eyes into alignment using contoured prism technology.
LASIK and Vision Surgery Services
For patients interested in reducing their dependence on glasses or contacts, we provide:
- Pre-operative evaluations to determine candidacy for LASIK or other laser vision correction procedures
- Referrals to trusted surgical specialists like Woolfson Eye Institute
- Post-operative care and management following surgery
Our doctors work closely with surgical specialists to ensure you receive seamless care throughout your vision correction journey.
Specialized Services
BrainTap Brain Fitness
Exclusively available at Asheville Vision and Wellness, BrainTap technology helps optimize your brain's potential and enhances overall well-being. This quick and easy method is proven to help people experiencing high stress, difficulty sleeping, low energy, and other lifestyle challenges.
Benefits include:
- Restoring balance and energy
- Breaking through overwhelm
- Creating a fit and resilient brain
- Supporting clearer, more focused thinking
Diabetes Eye Health
As the leading cause of blindness among American adults, diabetes requires vigilant eye care. We provide specialized services for diabetic patients, including:
- Comprehensive diabetic eye examinations
- Early detection of diabetic retinopathy
- Management strategies to preserve vision
- Education about the connection between blood sugar control and eye health
Regular examinations are crucial for diabetic patients, as early detection of eye complications can prevent vision loss.
Premium Eyewear and Contact Lenses
Quality Frames and Lenses
Our optical shop features a wide selection of designer frames and premium lens options. Our frame brands include:
- Silhouette
- Tom Ford
- Gucci
- Tura
- Maui Jim
- Ray-Ban
- Oakley
- LaFont
- Kate Spade
- And many more
We pride ourselves on offering frames for every style preference, face shape, and budget. Our experienced opticians help you select frames that complement your appearance while meeting your vision needs.
Advanced Lens Options
We offer the latest lens technologies, including:
- Progressive lenses for seamless vision at all distances
- High-index lenses for thinner, lighter eyeglasses
- Anti-reflective coatings for clearer vision and reduced glare
- Blue light filtering lenses for digital eye strain reduction
- Transitions® lenses that adapt to changing light conditions
- Polarized sunglasses for superior glare reduction
Contact Lens Services
As your trusted contact lens provider, we offer:
- Comprehensive contact lens evaluations and fittings
- A full range of contact lens options, including:
- Daily disposables
- Monthly replacement lenses
- Multifocal contacts for presbyopia
- Toric lenses for astigmatism
- Colored contact lenses
Our contact lens team helps determine the most appropriate lenses for your lifestyle and vision needs, ensuring comfortable, clear vision throughout your wearing schedule.
Safety Eyewear
For work or recreational activities that pose risks to eye safety, we provide:
- OSHA-compliant prescription safety glasses
- Sports eyewear for various athletic activities
- Impact-resistant lenses and frames
- Custom-fitted options for maximum protection
Our exclusive Evil Eye sports glasses combine highly functional design with uncompromising quality for maximum performance in your prescription strength.
On-Site Finishing Lab
Our in-house finishing optical lab ensures that your prescription eyeglasses match exactly what the doctor prescribed with the highest quality. This facility allows us to:
- Provide faster service for many prescriptions
- Maintain strict quality control over your eyewear
- Make precise adjustments and repairs
- Ensure your lenses are properly mounted in your chosen frames
Insurance and Financing
We work with numerous vision and medical insurance plans to help maximize your benefits. Our knowledgeable staff can help you understand your coverage and get the most value from your insurance.
For those without insurance or with partial coverage, we offer various payment options to make quality eye care affordable for everyone.
Our Commitment to You
At Asheville Vision and Wellness, we pledge:
- To provide the highest quality eye care through advanced technology and personalized attention
- To help protect your eyes from disease and ensure you have the sharpest vision possible
- To educate you about eye health and the latest vision products
- To create a comfortable, welcoming environment for patients of all ages
- To remain at the forefront of optometric advancements, continuing to bring the latest technologies and treatments to our community
Visit Us
Conveniently located in South Asheville at 559 Long Shoals Road in Arden, NC, our office is designed for your comfort and convenience. Our friendly staff is ready to welcome you and provide exceptional care for all your vision needs.
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: By appointment
Contact Information:
Phone: (828) 747-9260
Fax: (828) 470-1774
Schedule Your Appointment
Don't compromise when it comes to your vision and eye health. Schedule your comprehensive eye examination with Asheville Vision and Wellness today by calling (828) 747-9260 or using our convenient online scheduling system.
For immediate care or eye emergencies, please call ahead so we can prepare for your arrival.
Asheville Vision and Wellness has been providing exceptional eye care to Western North Carolina since 1989. Our team is dedicated to using the latest technology and techniques to deliver personalized care for patients of all ages.