Summary

Dr. John Thordsen is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the retina and back of the eye. He earned his medical degree from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine and brings 29 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Thordsen is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Thordsen practices with North Carolina Retina Associates at multiple locations throughout North Carolina, including Raleigh, Wilson, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest, Greenville, Fuquay-Varina, Cary, and Clayton. He also has affiliations with Wilson Medical Center and Rex Surgery Center of Wakefield. His expertise focuses on age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye conditions that can affect vision. He performs specialized procedures like retinal imaging and anti-VEGF treatments to help preserve and improve patients' sight. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 29 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 10 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Edward Thordsen has 10 locations

North Carolina Retina Associates

4414 Lake Boone Trl Ste 302Raleigh, NC 27607
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

North Carolina Retina Associates

1707 Medical Park Dr WWilson, NC 27893
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

North Carolina Retina Associates

120 CONNER DR STE 100CHAPEL HILL, NC 27514
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

North Carolina Retina Associates

5900 SIX FORKS RD STE 105RALEIGH, NC 27609
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

North Carolina Retina Associates

2613 W ARLINGTON BLVD STE 102GREENVILLE, NC 27834
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

North Carolina Retina Associates

3113 ROGERS RD STE 200WAKE FOREST, NC 27587
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

North Carolina Retina Associates

1006 PROCURE ST STE 300Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
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

North Carolina Retina Associates

106 RIDGE VIEW DR STE 100CARY, NC 27511
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

North Carolina Retina Associates

220 SPRINGBOOK STE 100CLAYTON, NC 27520
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

Rex Surgery Center Of Wakefield Llc

11200 Governor Manly WayRaleigh, NC 27614
Mon5:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue5:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed5:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu5:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri5:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. John Edward Thordsen, MDDr. Angela Shan LiDr. Patrick Huan LeDr. Eric A. Postel, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.7 
29 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Raleigh , NCDurham , NCChapel Hill , NCDurham , NC
Med School: Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Edward Thordsen

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Edward Thordsen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Edward Thordsen has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Ponce Health Sciences University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1997

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. John Thordsen's office located?
Dr. John Thordsen's office is located at 4414 Lake Boone Trl Ste 302, Raleigh, NC, 27607.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Thordsen affiliated with?
Dr. John Thordsen is affiliated with Wilson Medical Center.
Does Dr. John Thordsen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Thordsen has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. John Thordsen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Thordsen accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. John Thordsen speak?
Dr. John Thordsen speaks English and Spanish.

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