Dr. Charles Earl Ahrens, MD

Dr. Charles Ahrens is an ophthalmologist with dual training in internal medicine who brings 19 years of experience to eye care. He earned his medical degree from the Sanford School of Medicine at the University of South Dakota. Dr. Ahrens speaks English and provides comprehensive vision care combining his expertise in both eye health and general medical conditions.

Dr. Ahrens practices at Aspirus Saint Lukes Hospital and serves patients across multiple locations in Minnesota, including Hermantown, Hibbing, Virginia, and Duluth. He specializes in treating cataracts and age-related macular degeneration, two of the most common vision concerns affecting older adults. His practice also focuses on managing dry eye syndrome and performing detailed eye exams using advanced imaging technology like optical coherence tomography.