Summary

Dr. Perraut has practiced comprehensive Ophthalmology for over 25 years. He started Blue Ridge Laser Eye Associates in Columbus, North Carolina, in 1983, and he has enjoyed working with his patients in Western North Carolina and the upstate of South Carolina. Concerned about early detection of eye disease and the need for periodic eye exams, he participates in local community awareness programs. He is continually updating his skills through seminars and meetings as well as giving local informational sessions to the community. Dr. Perraut's primary surgical interest is cataract surgery with special emphasis on the least invasive and most comfortable techniques. He also offers other comprehensive services such as treatment for dry eyes, glaucoma, diabetic eye care and caring for eye infections. Optical services are also available at his location through the Eyelights Optical Shop.

Dr. Thomas Perraut began his career at Emory University in Atlanta with an undergraduate degree in biology. He received his medical degree from the University of Louisville Medical School in Kentucky. After an internship at Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Pennsylvania, he returned to Kentucky to complete his ophthalmology training at the University of Louisville Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences.

Dr. Perraut is based in the Columbus, North Carolina office.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 48 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Thomas Christopher Perraut has 5 locations

Carolina Ophthalmology Pa

192 Hospital DrColumbus, NC 28722
Mon7:45 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:45 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:45 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:45 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:45 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Carolina Ophthalmology PA

1701 Old Village RdHendersonville, NC 28791
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

Carolina Ophthalmology Pa

498 W Main StFranklin, NC 28734
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

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center

101 E Wood StSpartanburg, SC 29303

Saint Lukes Hospital Inc

101 Hospital DrColumbus, NC 28722

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Dr. Thomas Christopher Perraut, MDDr. Robert Paul Laborde, MDDr. Jonathan Paul Fritz, MDDr. Marion Perkins Van Kirk, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
4.5 
3.7 
48 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Columbus , NCHendersonville , NCHendersonville , NCHendersonville , NC
Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Christopher Perraut

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Christopher Perraut has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Christopher Perraut has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Dry Eye Syndromes
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Louisville School Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of Louisville School Of MedicineGraduated in 1978

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