Nicolas M. Beaupre, OD
Providing comprehensive optometry and ocular disease management to Charlotte, NC patients at Horizon Eye Care’s Cotswold, Huntersville, & Mallard Creek locations.
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Meet the Doctor
Dr. Nicolas Beaupre brings advanced expertise in comprehensive eye care to Charlotte, offering thorough vision services and specialized ocular disease management. With training in both routine and medical optometry, he provides vision correction, contact lens fitting, and management of conditions including glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration.
What sets Dr. Beaupre apart is his commitment to patient-centered care. He takes time to explain eye health in clear, approachable terms, ensuring every patient feels informed and confident in their treatment plan. His detailed exams and dedication to preventive care make him a trusted provider for patients of all ages.
Expertise & Specialities
Dr. Nicolas Beaupre is a fellowship-trained optometrist with advanced expertise in primary eye care and ocular disease management. His clinical focus spans both routine and medical optometry, providing full-scope eye care for patients of all ages.
Areas of expertise include:
- Comprehensive eye exams and preventive care for patients of all ages
- Glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, and macular degeneration management
- Urgent eye injury and ocular trauma care
- Glasses and specialty contact lens fitting for astigmatism, presbyopia, and complex prescriptions
- Dry eye syndrome, keratoconus, and ocular surface disease management
- Co-management with surgical and retinal specialists for advanced cases
Dr. Beaupre is committed to ensuring every patient understands their eye health and feels confident in their care plan.
Education & Training
Dr. Beaupre earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Michigan before completing his Doctor of Optometry at the State University of New York College of Optometry, graduating in the top five percent of his class, earning multiple academic scholarships, and being inducted into the Beta Sigma Kappa and Gold Key Optometric Honor Societies.
He then completed a Primary Care and Ocular Disease Residency at the VA Hudson Valley Health Care System in New York, training that deepened his expertise in complex ocular disease management and formed the clinical foundation for his practice at Horizon Eye Care.
Memberships & Recognition
Dr. Beaupre is a member of the American Optometric Association and a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, serving on the Academy’s Admittance Committee. He lectures at continuing education events and serves as a clinical instructor for students from the New England College of Optometry and Illinois College of Optometry.
He has been recognized for excellence in ocular disease management, practice development, and administration, and has presented research on Optical Coherence Tomography at professional conferences — reflecting a commitment to advancing the quality of eye care for patients and colleagues.
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Vision Restored, Lives Transformed
“I transferred from CEENTA to Dr Ryder at Horizon Eye Care-Cotswold. Today was my first appointment. I can say I was pleasantly surprised. I had absolutely no wait time. The office has…”
“Dr. Cameron was friendly yet quite professional. His exam seemed thorough and his recommendations sound. He answered questions I had and took his time - he was not rushed to get to…”
“All staff from checking in at the front desk, throughout my appointment were very helpful. Dr.Minkowski did a great job of explaining options/the process of cataract surgery with me, especially given my…”
“I have been coming to Dr. Minkowski for over 2 years and he is an awesome doctor. He makes you feel welcomed and worry free. He explains everything in detail and will…”
“Dr. James is the best. Always personable, takes his time, and explains everything. Highly recommend!”
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“Great interaction with the staff very patient very informative, and very considerate wanted to make sure that as a patient, I understood my prescription changes and was given options for alternative swaps…”
“Great doctor ! My son is special needs . He was able to distract my son and keep him calm while doing what he needed to do . Very pleased with the…”
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“Great staff, very thorough care that is explained to you. I appreciated that!”
“Great staff and throughout examination.Dr. Rouse is great!”
“So professional and fast!”
“Great visit. Doctor explained everything. Staff was professional.”
“They are always professional and quickly receiving your test results.”
“Dr. Viber did my cataract surgery and put a stent in my eye. He did a great job! He had me come back in the office, gave me some additional medication and…”
“Employees were friendly and helpful.”
“Dr Tomasko and staff all very friendly and helpful for eye care”
“Dr. Tomasko performs flawless work and has a wonderful bedside manner. I was referred to him by my eye doctor and couldn't be more pleased. if you are considering an eyelid procedure,…”
“Excellent doctor. Extremely efficient, explains everything in a way that its understood. I trust him with my care.”
“Friendly efficient staff. They explained every step of the process and answered all of my questions. I would highly recommend Dr Steven J. Ryder and staff.”
Serving Three Convenient Charlotte Locations
Dr. Beaupre sees patients at three of our convenient Charlotte-area offices.
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