Summary

Walter McLean specializes in ophthalmology with a focus on retinal conditions. They graduated from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and brings 51 years of experience to patient care. Walter McLean is fluent in Spanish and Russian, allowing them to serve a diverse patient population.

Walter McLean practices at Mission Hospital and maintains offices throughout western North Carolina, including locations in Asheville, Boone, Franklin, and Hendersonville. They treat conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, posterior vitreous detachment, and retinal vein occlusion. Walter McLean performs procedures including retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment. Patients have given them an average rating of 3.2 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.2
  • 51 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, Russian
  • University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Walter McLean has 5 locations

Asheville Eye Associates Retinal Office

21 Medical Park DrAsheville, NC 28803
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

Asheville Eye Associates

610 State Farm RdBoone, NC 28607
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

Asheville Eye Associates - Franklin

95 Holly Springs Park DrFranklin, NC 28734

Western Carolina Retinal Associates

840 FLEMING ST STE 6HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28791

Mission Hospital

509 Biltmore AveAsheville, NC 28801

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Dr. Walter McLeanDr. Christopher Bligh Komanski, MDDr. Jenna Marie Yoder, DODr. Jason Edward Karo, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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3.2 
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51 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Russian
Asheville , NCAsheville , NCAtlanta , GAAsheville , NC
Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Walter McLean

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Walter McLean has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Walter McLean has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Virginia School Of MedicineGraduated in 1975

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Walter McLean accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Walter McLean accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Walter McLean affiliated with?
Dr. Walter McLean is affiliated with Mission Hospital and Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus.
Is Dr. Walter McLean accepting new patients?
Dr. Walter McLean is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Walter McLean's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Walter McLean accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Walter McLean has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Walter McLean's office located?
Dr. Walter McLean's office is located at 21 Medical Park Dr, Asheville, NC, 28803.

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