Vandana R. Minnal, MD
Delivering advanced cataract and glaucoma care to Charlotte, NC patients at Horizon Eye Care’s Cotswold & Pineville locations.
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Dr. Minnal’s Specialities
Meet the Doctor
Dr. Vandana Minnal has been serving patients since 2014, bringing a strong academic background and thoughtful, patient-informed approach to her work. She specializes in cataract surgery and the medical and surgical management of glaucoma, offering patients the latest treatment options alongside individualized care.
Dr. Minnal is recognized for her contributions to both research and patient care, publishing in respected ophthalmology journals, presenting at national conferences, and being named one of Charlotte’s Top Doctors. Patients and peers alike value her ability to combine advanced training with a compassionate approach that makes complex eye care understandable and accessible.
Expertise & Specialities
Dr. Vandana Minnal is a fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist and experienced cataract surgeon whose practice combines surgical excellence with comprehensive long-term glaucoma management. She brings advanced training and a research-informed approach to every patient she sees.
Areas of expertise include:
- Cataract surgery, including premium intraocular lens implants
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) as well as traditional incisional techniques
- Comprehensive medical management of glaucoma for long-term vision preservation
- General ophthalmology for routine and preventive care for patients of all ages
Dr. Minnal’s fellowship training at the University of Texas and her recognition as a Top Doctor reflect her commitment to delivering the highest standard of glaucoma and cataract care.
Education & Training
Dr. Minnal earned her Bachelor’s degree, Cum Laude, from Barnard College, Columbia University, where she was also recognized with the Alana Weis Hirschorn Prize for best thesis in Economics before completing her Doctor of Medicine at the State University of New York, Buffalo. She completed her transitional internship at New York Presbyterian Queens Hospital and her ophthalmology residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center.
She then completed a fellowship in Clinical and Surgical Glaucoma at the Robert Cizik Eye Clinic at the University of Texas at Houston, where she was awarded Outstanding Fellow in Ophthalmology,recognition of the exceptional skill and dedication she brings to her patients today.
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Vision Restored, Lives Transformed
“Extremely professional and knowledgeable. She took the time to explain things to me and answer all of my questions. She truly cares about her patients.”
“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…”
“Good doctor! Waited a long time and felt rushed when I finally got to see him but I do believe he is a good doctor.”
“Great experience at Horizon Eyecare Center. Especially please with Dr. Minnal.”
“Very positive experience.”
“Very thorough and I look forward to my cataract surgery coming up around the new year.”
“Horizon and Dr Hoffman are 5-Stars! No-wait appt, no long waits between the separate parts of the exam and Dr Hoffman and his staff are caring and thorough!”
“The assistant who took notes before I saw doctor seemed distracted. She asked same questions over, even 3 times when I had already given a detail that she could have clued in…”
“Super experience!!!!”
“Visited for Glaucoma referral from VA. Dr wa very thorough and professional.”
“Everyone was very courteous and knowledgeable. Even though the office was very busy, I wasn’t kept waiting a long time and was taken care of as soon as possible.”
“Always a pleasure to see Dr. Minnal. She's outstanding... knowledgeable and caring.”
“Excellent doctor I experienced a chemical burn in my eye. The sense of urgency he showed for my vision was admirable. I was seen on a Sunday within two hours of paging…”
“I’ve been seeing Dr Minal for over 12 years she’s the best highly recommend her!!!”
“Smooth transition from place to place”
“Very competent young professional. Excellent chairside manner. Would recommend thus optometrist to anyone. ”
“Dr James excellent nice and knowledgeable, his staff great too I made urgent appointment was very helpful thanks ”
“Tiffany, Mark, and Dr. Hoffman were very professional and helpful.”
Serving Three Convenient Charlotte Locations
See Dr. Minnal for the same quality of personalized care at three of our Charlotte-area locations.
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