Krishna Patel, OD
Providing comprehensive vision and eye health care to Charlotte, NC patients at Horizon Eye Care’s Pineville & Rock Hill locations.
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Dr. Patel’s Specialities
Meet the Doctor
Dr. Krishna Patel combines clinical excellence with a heartfelt commitment to the people she serves. For more than a decade, she has provided compassionate, personalized vision care, helping her patients preserve the health of their eyes and improve their quality of life through thorough exams, dry eye therapy, and comprehensive ocular disease management.
What truly defines Dr. Patel is her empathy. She listens carefully, explains clearly, and treats every patient with the same care and attention she would give her own family. Her goal is to help others see and live with clarity, comfort, and confidence.
Expertise & Specialities
Dr. Krishna Patel is a comprehensive optometrist with over a decade of experience delivering personalized vision and eye health care to patients in the Charlotte area. Her practice combines thorough preventive care with targeted management of ocular disease.
Areas of expertise include:
- Comprehensive eye exams and ongoing management of vision and ocular health
- Diagnosis and treatment of eye disease and trauma across a wide range of conditions
- Optical and contact lens fitting tailored to each patient’s vision and lifestyle needs
- Dry eye therapy and targeted treatment plans for chronic dry eye
Dr. Patel’s dedication to empathetic, patient-centered care, combined with her academic excellence and international volunteer work, makes her a trusted provider for patients of all ages.
Education & Training
Dr. Patel earned her Bachelor’s degree in Cell Biology and Neuroscience, with a minor in Psychology, from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ. She then completed her Doctor of Optometry at the State University of New York (SUNY) in Albany, graduating at the top of her class and earning membership in the Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Society.
During and after her training, Dr. Patel dedicated herself to serving underserved communities, including international vision screenings and mission trips to Jamaica, experiences that reflect her deep commitment to making quality eye care accessible to all.
Memberships & Recognition
Dr. Patel is a member of the American Optometric Association and has contributed to international volunteer work through vision screenings and mission trips. Her dedication to community service is a defining part of both her professional and personal identity.
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Patel enjoys traveling, photography, and spending time with family and friends. Her compassionate nature extends beyond her practice as she continues to find joy in connecting with others and giving back through community service.
Insights From Dr. Patel
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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…”
“I was very impressed with Dr. Minkowski. He was very cordial and professional and obviously knowledgeable. I have very complicated eye issues and he had me do all the tests and did…”
“This was my first visit with Dr. Cameron and as a patient at Horizon. I did not have a long wait. The attendants were pleasant & professional. Dr. Cameron was very thorough,…”
“I've been Dr. James' patient for about 8 or 9 years. He's thorough, genuinely interested in eye health, collaborative with care options and very efficient. I'm very satisfied!”
“Really appreciated the details/explanation about the examination and results.”
“I was completely satisfied with my visit. Everything was explained clearly and questions were asked. I love the communication process. TY”
“Dr. Ryder is very knowledgeable and helpful.”
“Great dialogue in my health and felt he was listening to my feedback. Thorough exam but really efficient.”
“Check-in staff who arrives at 7 to set up for. Day, check-out male staff, Fiona, specialist who conducts comparative studies with machine are exemplary. Dr. Minkowski is highly professional and efficient.”
“Overall great experience!”
“Took less than hour. First time meeting Dr James. Accurate and knowledgeable. Asked questions..”
“Dr Tomasko made the whole blepharoplasty a piece of cake from start to finish. I felt cared for by confident, experienced hands.”
“Excellent provider care! Dr. Garcia is knowledgeable patient and careful. I trust her with the health of my eyes and highly recommend her.”
“Attention to details about my eyes with comparison fr last years visit to this year. Professional in every way. His Assistant sat in the room transcribing Dr Ryder’s comments. It took me…”
“Had a good visit.”
“Excellent experience! The surgery center staff made things easy, the procedure stayed on schedule, and Dr.Kaluzny’s bedside manner was fantastic. Results are excellent. Dr. Kaluzny, not his nurse called me the evening…”
“Excellent and appreciated his recommendation very much!”
Conveniently Located Across Charlotte
Dr. Patel welcomes patients at two of our conveniently located offices throughout the Charlotte area.
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