Summary

Dr. William Bridges is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating conditions of the retina and eye. He earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and has been practicing for 35 years. Dr. Bridges speaks English, Russian, and Spanish.

Dr. Bridges is affiliated with Mission Hospital and Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus, with practice locations throughout western North Carolina including Asheville, Sylva, Hendersonville, Boone, Franklin, and Hayesville. He focuses on treating age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, and posterior vitreous detachment. His expertise includes performing retinal imaging, comprehensive eye exams, and optical coherence tomography. Patients rate Dr. Bridges 4.9 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 35 years of experience
  • speaks English, Russian, Spanish
  • Emory University School Of Medicine
  • 55 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 11 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. William Zachery Bridges has 11 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

1196 Skyland DrSylva, NC 28779
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

2001 Hendersonville RdAsheville, 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

Western Carolina Retinal Associates

840 Fleming St Ste 6Hendersonville, NC 28791

Asheville Eye Associates - Franklin

95 Holly Springs Park DrFranklin, NC 28734

Mission Hospital

509 Biltmore AveAsheville, NC 28801

Asheville Eye Associates - Hayesville Retina Satellite

1091 Hwy 64 W # 2Hayesville, NC 28904

Asheville Eye Surgery Center

8B Medical Park DrAsheville, NC 28803
Mon6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. William Zachery Bridges JR.Dr. Robert Inyeung Park, MDDr. Briggs Edward Cook JR., MDDr. Roger Davis Shetterly, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
3.8 
4.1 
35 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 59 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Russian, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Asheville , NCHendersonville , NCHuntersville , NCFlat Rock , NC
Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Zachery Bridges

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. William Zachery Bridges has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. William Zachery Bridges 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

35 Years Experience

Dr. William Zachery Bridges 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 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Bridges' NPI number is 1245214410.

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Dr. William Bridges is affiliated with Mission Hospital and Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus.
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Dr. William Bridges speaks English, Russian, and Spanish.
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