Darrell E. Hester, MD is an expert ophthalmic surgeon who combines over 30 years' experience in a broad range of eye surgeries with current leading technologies and advanced techniques. As a trusted ophthalmologist in Wilmington for more than 23 years, Dr. Hester is known as a dedicated, compassionate surgeon and clinician with superior skill and meticulous attention to detail.
A cataract is the clouding of the eye's naturally clear lens. Cataracts are so common that by age 80 more than half of all Americans either have a cataract or have already had cataract surgery. Cataract Surgery is the most effective treatment for cataracts, contact us today to schedule your appointment! Dr. Hester offers advanced laser-assisted cataract surgery using the LenSx femtosecond laser for patients whose particular profile indicates surgery would be improved with the use of the laser.
Contact us today! Multifocal intraocular lenses such as the TECNIS Symfoni and Alcon ReSTOR have a unique optic design which may allow patients greater freedom from the need for eyeglasses.
A cataract is the clouding of the eye's naturally clear lens. Cataracts are so common that by age 80 more than half of all Americans either have a cataract or have already had cataract surgery. Cataract Surgery is the most effective treatment for cataracts, contact us today to schedule your appointment! Dr. Hester offers advanced laser-assisted cataract surgery using the LenSx femtosecond laser for patients whose particular profile indicates surgery would be improved with the use of the laser.
Contact us today! Multifocal intraocular lenses such as the TECNIS Symfoni and Alcon ReSTOR have a unique optic design which may allow patients greater freedom from the need for eyeglasses.
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Bladeless LASIK Surgery
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LASIK surgery is one of the most advanced surgical procedures available for vision correction.
LASIK is designed to eliminate or reduce your dependence on prescription glasses or contact lenses.
During LASIK surgery a thin, hinged flap is created in the cornea - the eye's clear surface - and the cornea is reshaped using controlled laser energy.
With traditional LASIK surgery, the flap is created using a surgical-grade microkeratome blade.
Dr. Hester utilizes an all laser-based approach to this procedure.
LASIK is designed to eliminate or reduce your dependence on prescription glasses or contact lenses.
During LASIK surgery a thin, hinged flap is created in the cornea - the eye's clear surface - and the cornea is reshaped using controlled laser energy.
With traditional LASIK surgery, the flap is created using a surgical-grade microkeratome blade.
Dr. Hester utilizes an all laser-based approach to this procedure.
Glaucoma
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Glaucoma is a group of blinding eye conditions that cause damage to the Optic Nerve.
Glaucoma may progress without any warning symptoms and is the leading cause of blindness in adults over 60 years of age.
Most commonly, glaucoma damage is associated with abnormally high pressure in the eye (intraocular pressure).
Many types of Glaucoma have no early symptoms or warning signs and a patient may not notice any visual changes until the disease is advanced.
Vision loss from Glaucoma cannot be recovered, so it is extremely important to have complete eye exams regularly.
Glaucoma may progress without any warning symptoms and is the leading cause of blindness in adults over 60 years of age.
Most commonly, glaucoma damage is associated with abnormally high pressure in the eye (intraocular pressure).
Many types of Glaucoma have no early symptoms or warning signs and a patient may not notice any visual changes until the disease is advanced.
Vision loss from Glaucoma cannot be recovered, so it is extremely important to have complete eye exams regularly.
Oculoplastic Surgeries
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The tissues surround the eye, generally referred to as the ocular adnexa, are vital support structures for the function of the eye.
The eyelids are essential protectors of the exquisitely designed surface of the eye.
Not only do the eyelids serve as covers to protect the eye surface, but they house glands which secrete lubrication to optimize the eye surface for vision.
The eyelashes help to protect the delicate eye surface from debris.
The blinking action of the eyelids clears debris and helps to constantly replenish the surface with fresh nutrient and lubricating tears.
The eyelids are essential protectors of the exquisitely designed surface of the eye.
Not only do the eyelids serve as covers to protect the eye surface, but they house glands which secrete lubrication to optimize the eye surface for vision.
The eyelashes help to protect the delicate eye surface from debris.
The blinking action of the eyelids clears debris and helps to constantly replenish the surface with fresh nutrient and lubricating tears.
Insurance and Payment Options
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Hester Ophthalmology participates with most major Health Insurance Providers, Medicare, Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans, Medicaid, and the Veterans Administration.
We gladly care for self-paying patients as well as those with insurance.
We accept all major credit cards and offer flexible payment options, including programs through Care Credit, when needed.
Please call us with any questions.
We look forward to talking with you!
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We gladly care for self-paying patients as well as those with insurance.
We accept all major credit cards and offer flexible payment options, including programs through Care Credit, when needed.
Please call us with any questions.
We look forward to talking with you!
Medical website design by Glacial Multimedia, Inc.
If you are using a screen reader and are having problems using this website, please call 910.343.8125.
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