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.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 29 years of experience
  • 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

Patients’ Perspective

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

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. Gary Laurent Legault, MDDr. Kathleen Geraldine Gordon, MDDr. Jesus Santiago Vidaurri Martinez
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients
4.8 
29 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 38 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
Raleigh , NCDURHAM , NCDurham , NCDurham , NC
Med School: Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Edward Thordsen

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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

Dr. John Edward Thordsen 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

Medical School

Graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Thordsen's NPI number is 1073659769.

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Dr. John Thordsen is affiliated with Wilson Medical Center.
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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.

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