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Dr. Damien Macaluso specializes in ophthalmology, providing comprehensive eye care with expertise developed over 31 years of practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Legacy Health System. Dr. Macaluso is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish.

Dr. Macaluso practices at multiple locations throughout North Carolina, including Asheville, Sylva, Boone, and Hayesville, with hospital affiliations at Mission Hospital and Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus. He focuses on treating cataracts, presbyopia, drusen, and retinal conditions. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures. Patients rate Dr. Macaluso 4.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
4.7

50 Ratings
31 years of experience
speaks English, Russian, Spanish
Legacy Health System
42 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
9 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Macaluso's Ratings and Reviews

4.7

50 Ratings with 42 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 10 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (42) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (39) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (43) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (40) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (40) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: (32) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)

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Dr Macaluso performed cataract surgery on both my eyes and did a wonderful job. I knew I was in good hands. I was comfortable with everything about my entire experience at the WNC Eye Surgery Center: the facility, the efficiency, the kindness competency of the caring staff. Grateful! Highly recommend!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Macaluso performed cataract surgery on one of my eyes. Appreciated his pleasant "bedside manner" - he is very down-to-earth, not at all condescending or pompous as so many physicians can be. I felt comfortable with him right away and would recommend him to anyone.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

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Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

April 25th, 2021 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Macaluso was recommended by my eye Dr. He has performed cataract surgery on 4 of my friends all of them gave him a great review. I agree

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner

Needs Improvement

Staff was courteous

December 15th, 2020 | Source: Partner

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I feel safe and I trust him.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner

Needs Improvement

Staff was courteous

November 19th, 2020 | Source: Partner

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He listened and has great bedside manner

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner

Needs Improvement

Staff was courteous

November 12th, 2020 | Source: Partner

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Very good!!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner

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Staff was courteous

November 12th, 2020 | Source: Partner

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He was kind caring compassionate and provided excellent care

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner

Needs Improvement

Staff was courteous

October 27th, 2020 | Source: Partner

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Wonderful staff and an amazing experience. Should have done much sooner.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner

Needs Improvement

Staff was courteous

October 22nd, 2020 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Macaluso answered all my questions. Him and his staff have been wonderful.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner

Needs Improvement

Staff was courteous

October 8th, 2020 | Source: Partner

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am highly recommending Dr Macaluso, these PanOptix lenses, and Asheville Eye. So nice to see 20/20 after 55 years of contacts. Can see distance and reading perfect. Very Professional staff also. Great Experience !

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner

Needs Improvement

Staff was courteous

September 30th, 2020 | Source: Partner

Asheville Eye Associates

8 Medical Park DrAsheville, NC 28803

Get Directions

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

509 Biltmore AveAsheville, NC 28801

Get Directions

Tel: (828) 213-1111

Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus

428 Biltmore AveAsheville, NC 28801

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Tel: (828) 213-1111

Asheville Eye Surgery Center

8B Medical Park DrAsheville, NC 28803

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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

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Dr. Damien Charles Macaluso	Dr. Benjamin David Wilson	Dr. John Rudolph Fry, MD	Dr. Katherine Sumarriva Peters
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients			Accepts New Patients
4.7 (50 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
31 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience	67 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Russian, Spanish
Asheville , NC	Asheville , NC	Asheville , NC	Asheville , NC
Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health	Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
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Ophthalmology

Blindness
Cataract
Corneal Transplantation
Diabetic Retinopathy
Eye Exam
Eye Pain
Glaucoma
Lasik Surgery
Macular Degeneration
Vision Issues

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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(0)
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(0)
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Internal Medicine
11 Years Exp | Hendersonville, NC
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Dr. Macaluso's Ratings and Reviews

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Office Locations

Asheville Eye Associates

Asheville Eye Associates

Asheville Eye Associates

Asheville Eye Associates

Asheville Eye Associates

Asheville Eye Associates

Mission Hospital Memorial Campus

Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus

Asheville Eye Surgery Center

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