Dr. Francisco Andres Folgar, MD

Dr. Francisco Folgar is an ophthalmologist with expertise in internal medicine who has dedicated 19 years to caring for patients with complex eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Duke University Medical Center. His dual training in both ophthalmology and internal medicine allows him to provide comprehensive care that addresses how systemic health conditions affect vision and eye health.

Dr. Folgar practices at Duke University Hospital and maintains locations throughout South Carolina, including Mount Pleasant, Charleston, Summerville, and Walterboro. He specializes in treating serious retinal conditions such as age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. His expertise includes advanced diagnostic procedures like optical coherence tomography and retinal imaging, as well as cutting-edge treatments such as anti-VEGF therapy for retinal diseases. Patients rate Dr. Folgar 4.3 out of 5 stars …for his comprehensive approach to preserving and restoring vision.