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Summary
Dr. Melissa Shipley is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care. She earned her medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed her residency training at the University of Florida. Dr. Shipley provides care in both English and Spanish to better serve her diverse patient community.
Dr. Shipley practices at multiple Wilmington Eye locations throughout Wilmington and Southport, North Carolina, and maintains her hospital affiliation with Atrium Health Anson. She focuses on treating conditions such as strabismus (crossed eyes), amblyopia (lazy eye), and hyperopia (farsightedness). Her surgical expertise includes strabismus surgery, and she performs comprehensive eye exams along with sedation services when needed. Patients rate Dr. Shipley 5.0 out of 5 stars for her exceptional care.
Dr. Shipley practices at multiple Wilmington Eye locations throughout Wilmington and Southport, North Carolina, and maintains her hospital affiliation with Atrium Health Anson. She focuses on treating conditions such as strabismus (crossed eyes), amblyopia (lazy eye), and hyperopia (farsightedness). Her surgical expertise includes strabismus surgery, and she performs comprehensive eye exams along with sedation services when needed. Patients rate Dr. Shipley 5.0 out of 5 stars for her exceptional care.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 28 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- University of Florida
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Melissa Faith Shipley has 4 locationsWilmington Eye
1729 New Hanover Medical Park DrWilmington, NC 28403 Tel: (910) 763-3601
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Wilmington Eye
1120 Medical Center DrWilmington, NC 28401 Tel: (910) 763-7316
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
Wilmington Eye
5211 Eason St Ste 1Southport, NC 28461 Tel: (910) 254-2023
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
Wilmington Eye
9020 Senca DrWilmington, NC 28411 Tel: (910) 763-3601
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| 46 Years of Experience | 51 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 | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Wilmington , NC | Wilmington , NC | Wilmington , NC | Wilmington , NC |
| Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School | Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med | Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa Faith Shipley
Medical Specialties
Dr. Melissa Faith Shipley has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Melissa Faith Shipley has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University of Florida.
Medical School
Graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School.
NPI Number
Dr. Shipley's NPI number is 1518057868.
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