Crystal G. Whittington, OD

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Dr. Crystal Whittington, OD

Crystal G. Whittington, OD

Optometric Physician

Dr. Crystal Whittington, OD earned her Bachelor of Science from East Carolina University in Greenville, NC, and attended optometry school at Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. She held an internship at William Jennings Bryan Dorn VA Medical Center in Columbia, SC and was a USC School of Medicine assistant professor of clinical ophthalmology.

At Carolina Eyecare Physicians, she performs comprehensive eye exams, ocular disease management, pre-and post-operative care for cataract surgery and LASIK patients, as well as offers family eye care and contact lens fittings for patients of all ages.

She is passionate about developing long-term relationships with her patients and is excited to join the award-winning team at Carolina Eyecare Physicians. Dr. Whittington is active in industry organizations including the American Optometric Association and the South Carolina Optometric Physicians Association.

Locations Served: Summerville

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

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    Carolina Eyecare Physicians is proud to recognize Kerry D. Solomon, MD, Chief Medical Officer of US Eye and Medical Director of Carolina Eyecare Physicians, for being selected to deliver the prestigious ASCRS Binkhorst Lecture on April 11, 2026; a distinction considered one of the most significant career honors in ophthalmology. The Binkhorst Lecture is among […]

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    Reviewed By: Dr. Cole Miliken, MD Summary Cornea transplant recovery is gradual. Some patients notice improvement within weeks, while others need many months for vision to stabilize. The timeline depends on the type of transplant, the reason for surgery, your eye health, and how closely you follow your postoperative instructions. More than 47,000 corneal transplants […]

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    Dr. Kerry Solomon, Medical Director of Carolina Eyecare Physicians, delivering the ASCRS Binkhorst Lecture on AI in Ophthalmology.

    Carolina Eyecare Physicians is proud to recognize Kerry D. Solomon, MD, Chief Medical Officer of US Eye and Medical Director of Carolina Eyecare Physicians, for being selected to deliver the prestigious ASCRS Binkhorst Lecture on April 11, 2026; a distinction considered one of the most significant career honors in ophthalmology. The Binkhorst Lecture is among […]

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