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Dr. Daniela Meitinger Whiteside, MD

Ophthalmology
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience
Charlotte Ophthalmology Center For Sight 16610 Birkdale Commons Pkwy, Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 895-8200

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Brief Intro

Dr. DANIELA WHITESIDE, MD is a BOARD CERTIFIED OPHTHALMOLOGISTDaniela M. Whiteside, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in medical retina and general ophthalmology. She offers services in treating diabetic retinopathy, macular edema, macular degeneration, retinal tears, as well as general eye diseases.Dr. Whiteside received her Doctorate Degree in Medicine from the University of Lübeck in Germany. She then finished her first two years of Ophthalmology Residency at the Retinal Center at Phillips University in Marburg/Germany. She subsequently was awarded a research fellowship by the German Government (DFG) and spent two years doing retinal research at the USC Microbiology/ Immunology Department in Columbia, South Carolina. She completed both her internship in Medicine and her residency in Ophthalmology at The University of South Carolina.Dr. Whiteside then became Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of South Carolina where she taught residents. After a few years she became a staff physician at the Dorn VA Medical Center where she continues to enjoy teaching Ophthalmology residents on a part time basis.Dr. Daniela Whiteside is known for providing personal and precise care to each of her patients.CHARLOTTE OPHTHALMOLOGYCharlotte Ophthalmology invests in the latest laser, surgical, and pre-op testing equipment available. Our physicians are always up-to-date on the newest treatments and technologies, all delivered with the personal care our patients have come to expect. At this visit our experienced team of ophthalmic assistants and physicians will work together to check your vision, determine whether your vision could be improved with glasses or contact lenses and examine your eyes carefully with specialized technology for the presence of any eye conditions or diseases that might threaten your eyesight. Many people do not realize that some conditions like glaucoma and retinal disease may create few or no symptoms, especially in the early stages of the disease. Early detection of conditions like these allow for more effective treatment and a better prognosis.We would love to make a difference for you. Chat Now with us Today!

Education Background

RESIDENCY

Palmetto Health

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Medizinische Hochschule Luebeck Universitaet Luebeck - 1996

Languages Spoken

English

Location & Hours

Charlotte Ophthalmology Clinic
16610 Birkdale Commons Pkwy, Huntersville, NC 28078
Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Ophthalmology

Conditions Addressed

Cataract
Diabetic Retinopathy
Glaucoma
Keratitis
Macular Degeneration
Retinal Detachment
Acute Conjunctivitis
Corneal Abrasion
Corneal Disease
Dry Eye Syndrome
Dry Macular Degeneration
Flashes
Eye Floaters
Eye Infections
Eye socket issues
Eye Strain Headache
Eye Trauma
Eyelid Abnormalities
Eyelid Cancer
Eyelid Lesions
Eyelid Malposition and Tumors
Abnormal Eye Movements

Procedures Performed

Ophthalmological Exam
Lasik Surgery
Lens and Cataract Procedures
Corneal surgery
Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery
Multifocal Lens Implant
Clear Lens Extraction
Refractive lens exchange (RLE)
Lasik Consultation
Eye muscle surgery
Eyelid malposition repair (ectropion and entropion)
Eyelid Ptosis Repair
Artificial Eye Implant

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

CHAMPVA
Viva Health Plan
Humana
Medicare
Cigna-HealthSpring
Optimum HealthCare
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
Meritain Health
UnitedHealthcare
Tricare
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
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