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Drew Hunter, MD has joined the cataract and refractive surgery team at Carolina Eyecare Physicians, bringing over a decade of experience in advanced cataract surgery and a deep commitment to patient-centered care. Board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, Dr. Hunter specializes in cataract and refractive surgery—including LASIK—as well as the medical and surgical management of glaucoma and the treatment of dry eye disease. He is particularly passionate about helping patients reduce their dependence on glasses following cataract surgery, utilizing laser-assisted techniques and advanced intraocular lens technology to correct astigmatism and presbyopia.

A native of Raleigh, North Carolina, Dr. Hunter attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he earned a degree from the prestigious Kenan-Flagler Business School while also competing as a Division I football player. He went on to complete his medical degree at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC, followed by an internship in Internal Medicine and an Ophthalmology residency at the University of North Carolina.

For the past ten years, Dr. Hunter has dedicated his practice to helping patients achieve their best vision through cutting-edge cataract surgery techniques. Known for his personal approach, he strives to treat every patient like family while delivering the highest level of care through state-of-the-art technology.

Dr. Hunter is thrilled to be back in the Lowcountry with his wife, Marsha Wedgeworth Hunter—who was born and raised on Hilton Head Island—and their three boys: Preston, Worth, and Grayson. Outside of the operating room, Dr. Hunter and his family enjoy spending time outdoors, especially at the beach or out hunting and fishing.

Locations Served: Bluffton, Hilton Head & Lady’s Island

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Dr. Cynthia Charnetski recently joined the Carolina Eyecare Physicians team as a licensed Optometrist. She has over 23 years of experience providing comprehensive eye care to patients, including pre- and post-operative care, glaucoma management, ocular pathology, refractive and contact lens exams, ocular disease treatment, and more.

A native of Pennsylvania, she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Wilkes University, followed by a Doctor of Optometry degree from Salus University and a Bachelor of Science in Visual Science, also from Salus University.

Dr. Charnetski has received numerous community awards throughout her career, including the Wilkes University Colonel Blazer Award, Times Leader 40 Under 40 Award, and she was a Kosciuszko Foundation Academic Scholarship Recipient. She has also co-authored various papers and studies, as well as presented at national optometry and ophthalmology meetings.

In her spare time, Dr. Charnetski is active with animal rescue and has several rescue dogs! She is also on the Board of Trustees and Alumni Boards at Wilkes University. She and her husband are excited to be moving to the Hilton Head area.

Dr. Charnetski is looking forward to serving the patients of Carolina Eyecare Physicians for years to come. She will be accepting new patients in the Hilton Head, Bluffton and Lady’s Island-Beaufort offices of Carolina Eyecare Physicians.