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Dr. Melissa Shipley, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 45
Dr. Melissa Shipley, MD
4.3 (44 Ratings)
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Dr. Melissa Shipley, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Wilmington, NC.
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Dr. Melissa Shipley, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 45
Wilmington, NC
Accepting new patients
Dr. Melissa Shipley, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Wilmington, NC.

About

Dr. Melissa Shipley, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Wilmington, NC. They studied at College of William and Mary. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Carolinaeast Medical Center, J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital and McLeod Loris Hospital. Dr. Shipley has experience treating conditions like Diplopia, Strabismus and Lazy Eye among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shipley received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 44 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Shipley is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Diplopia
Strabismus
Lazy Eye
Diplopia
Strabismus
Lazy Eye
Diplopia
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Strabismus
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Exotropia
Astigmatism
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Esotropia
Exophoria
Farsightedness
Heterophoria
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Hypotropia
Extraocular Muscle Surgery
Strabismus Surgery
Adult Strabismus
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
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Vertical Heterophoria
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B-Scan Ultrasound
Blepharorrhaphy
Cataract Removal Surgery
Excision of Chalazion
Eye Examination
Eye Surgery
Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Glaucoma Surgery
Pediatric Eye and Vision Examination
Repair of Brow Ptosis and Blepharoptosis
Vision Screening

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Locations

  1. 1 Wilmington Eye P.A.
    1729 NEW HANOVER MEDICAL PARK DR, Wilmington, NC 28403
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (910) 763-3601
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Metrolina Eye Associates Pllc
    4101 Campus Ridge Rd, Matthews, NC 28105
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (704) 234-1930

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shipley
4.3
Based on 44 Reviews
5 Stars (35)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (7)

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Jan 16, 2023
Dr. Shipley has been treating me for double vision for 3 years. Last month she did a surgery that completely cured me!!! She is a wonderful doctor!!
Beverly Allred — Jan 16, 2023
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Ophthalmic Surgery
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Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Riverside Regional Medical Center
    2006
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Florida College of Medicine
    2009
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    2010
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Shipley communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Shipley offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Shipley offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Shipley have free onsite parking?
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Does Dr. Shipley offer weekend visits?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Melissa Shipley, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shipley's profile.

Dr. Shipley frequently treats the following conditions: Diplopia, Strabismus and Lazy Eye. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Melissa Shipley, MD is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Carolinaeast Medical Center, J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital and McLeod Loris Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Melissa Shipley, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

    2131 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC

  • Carolinaeast Medical Center

    2000 Neuse Blvd, New Bern, NC

  • J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital

    924 N Howe St, Southport, NC

  • McLeod Loris Hospital

    3655 Mitchell St, Loris, SC