Summary

Dr. James Chance is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated five decades to caring for patients' vision and eye health. He earned his medical degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine and completed his residency at Geisinger Health System. With 50 years of experience in the field, Dr. Chance brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Chance is affiliated with Carolinaeast Medical Center and practices at locations in New Bern and Morehead City, North Carolina. His expertise includes treating cataracts and managing high blood pressure that can affect the eyes. He specializes in cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures to restore clear vision. Dr. Chance has earned an outstanding 5.0 average rating from his patients on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 50 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Geisinger Health System
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Kenneth Chance has 2 locations

Coastal Eye Clinic Pa

802 Mccarthy BlvdNew Bern, NC 28562
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Coastal Eye Clinic

3504 Bridges StMorehead City, NC 28557
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. James Kenneth Chance, MDDr. Wasim Ayed Saed Samara, MDDr. Michele Lea Scott, MDDr. Dean Palanca Ouano, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.4 
50 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
New Bern , NCRaleigh , NCNEW BERN , NCMorehead City , NC
Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Jordan Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Kenneth Chance

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Kenneth Chance has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Kenneth Chance has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Geisinger Health System

Medical School

Wake Forest School Of MedicineGraduated in 1976

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What languages does Dr. James Chance speak?
Dr. James Chance speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. James Chance accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Chance accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Chance affiliated with?
Dr. James Chance is affiliated with Carolinaeast Medical Center.
Does Dr. James Chance accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Chance has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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