Xueyang (Sarah) Wang, MD
Offering leading-edge corneal, cataract, and refractive treatments to Charlotte, NC patients at Horizon Eye Care’s Cotswold & Mallard Creek locations.
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Dr. Wang’s Specialities
Meet the Doctor
Dr. Sarah Wang is a fellowship-trained corneal, cataract, and refractive surgeon specializing in advanced surgical and medical management of corneal disease. With training at two of the nation’s leading institutes,Johns Hopkins and Harvard, Dr. Wang brings both precision and innovation to every aspect of patient care.
Her patients appreciate her ability to make even the most complex procedures understandable, ensuring they feel informed, reassured, and confident in their care. She believes clear communication and compassion are just as vital as surgical skill.
Expertise & Specialities
Dr. Sarah Wang’s expertise spans the full spectrum of corneal, cataract, and refractive care. Her fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute and residency at Harvard’s Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary equipped her with advanced skills in the medical and surgical management of corneal disease.
Areas of expertise include:
- Complex Cataract Surgery — advanced intraocular lens implantation, including toric and multifocal options
- Corneal Transplantation (DMEK/DSEK/PKP) — partial and full-thickness transplants for corneal disease
- LASIK & Refractive Lens Exchange — customized vision correction to reduce dependence on glasses and contacts
- Dry Eye & Ocular Surface Disease — comprehensive evaluation and tailored treatment plans
- Dr. Wang has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed studies and textbook chapters, with research recognized by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. She received the Stephen J. Ryan, M.D. Prize in Ophthalmology at Johns Hopkins — reflecting a career built on both clinical excellence and scientific innovation.
Education & Training
Dr. Wang earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with Distinction from Duke University and her Doctor of Medicine from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where she was awarded the Stephen J. Ryan, M.D. Prize in Ophthalmology. She completed her Ophthalmology Residency at Harvard Medical School’s Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in Boston, MA.
She then completed a Corneal and External Disease Fellowship at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute in Baltimore, MD, one of the nation’s most prestigious corneal programs — receiving specialized training in the full range of corneal, cataract, and refractive conditions.
Memberships & Recognition
Dr. Wang is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the Eye and Contact Lens Association, the Cornea Society, and the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology.
She has presented her research at national ophthalmology conferences and received recognition from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery for research excellence. Dr. Wang remains passionate about bridging clinical practice and technology to improve vision care and patient outcomes worldwide.
Insights From Dr. Wang
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Serving Two Convenient Charlotte Locations
You will find the same personalized attention from Dr. Wang at two of our Charlotte-area offices.
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