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We are excited to share that our Murrells Inlet clinic is moving! Rest assured, we are only relocating right down the road into a more spacious and modern office. Our new address is 912 Inlet Square Drive, Suite B, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 and we will begin seeing patients at this location on October 14th, 2024. 

We look forward to welcoming you to our new space, which will feature a designer optical boutique offering the latest frames, including brands such as Maui Jim and Kate Spade. Dr. Shawn Thomas will continue to provide comprehensive optometric care and vision services.

Dr. Shawn Thomas has devoted his career to the diagnosis and management of ocular disease.  For the last two decades he has treated thousands of patients with advanced ocular conditions including GlaucomaCataractsMacular Degeneration (AMD)Dry eye and Corneal diseases.  

Our Address

  • 912 Inlet Square Drive, Suite B,
  • Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

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Hours

  • Monday: 7:45 AM 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 7:45 AM 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 7:45 AM 4:30 PM
  • Thursday: 7:45 AM 4:30 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM 3:00 PM
  • Saturday: CLOSED
  • Sunday: CLOSED

Meet Our Physicians

Shawn D. Thomas, O.D.
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Shawn D. Thomas, O.D.

Optometric Physician

Eye Care Services Offered at Murrells Inlet

Locations

We have several convenient locations throughout South Carolina. Please view the nearest location to you or get directions below. 

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