4.7
50 Ratings with 42 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Damien Macaluso is an ophthalmologist who earned his medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed his residency at Legacy Health System. With 31 years of experience in eye care, he brings extensive expertise to treating patients with various vision and eye health concerns. Dr. Macaluso is fluent in Russian, Spanish, and English, allowing him to serve diverse communities throughout western North Carolina.
Dr. Macaluso practices at multiple locations across North Carolina, including Asheville, Sylva, Boone, and Hayesville, and maintains affiliations with Mission Hospital and Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus. He specializes in cataract treatment and surgery, offering advanced procedures like intraocular lens implants to restore clear vision. His practice also addresses high blood pressure-related eye complications and provides pediatric eye care for younger patients. Patients consistently rate Dr. Macaluso highly for his care, giving …him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Read More Read less Dr. Macaluso practices at multiple locations across North Carolina, including Asheville, Sylva, Boone, and Hayesville, and maintains affiliations with Mission Hospital and Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus. He specializes in cataract treatment and surgery, offering advanced procedures like intraocular lens implants to restore clear vision. His practice also addresses high blood pressure-related eye complications and provides pediatric eye care for younger patients. Patients consistently rate Dr. Macaluso highly for his care, giving …him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 31 years of experience
- speaks Russian, Spanish, English
- Legacy Health System
- 42 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 9 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Damien Charles Macaluso has 9 locationsAsheville Eye Associates
8 Medical Park DrAsheville, NC 28803 Tel: (828) 490-7831
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
Asheville Eye Associates
8 Medical Park DrAsheville, NC 28803Mon6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Asheville Eye Associates
1196 Skyland DrSylva, NC 28779 Tel: (828) 490-7831
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
Asheville Eye Associates
2001 Hendersonville RdAsheville, NC 28803 Tel: (828) 490-7831
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
Asheville Eye Associates
610 State Farm RdBoone, NC 28607 Tel: (828) 490-7831
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
Asheville Eye Associates
1091 Hwy 64 W Ste 2Hayesville, NC 28904 Tel: (828) 490-7831
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
Asheville Eye Surgery Center
8B Medical Park DrAsheville, NC 28803 Tel: (828) 210-2020
Mon6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Damien Charles Macaluso | Dr. Earl Sunderhaus, MD | Dr. Sara Deacon, MD | Dr. John Littlefield Iil Crawford III, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 31 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 52 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Russian, Spanish, English | |||
| Asheville , NC | Asheville , NC | Clyde , NC | Hendersonville , NC |
| Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine | Med School: Charles E Schmidt College Of Medicine At Florida Atlantic University | Med School: Wake Forest University | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Damien Charles Macaluso
Medical Specialties
Dr. Damien Charles Macaluso has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Damien Charles Macaluso has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
31 Years Experience
Dr. Damien Charles Macaluso holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Legacy Health System.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine in 1995.
NPI Number
Dr. Macaluso's NPI number is 1396782116.
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- Dr. Damien Macaluso is affiliated with Mission Hospital and Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus.
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