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Anna Fakadej, MD is a specialist in refractive cataract surgery including correction of astigmatism and

Presbyopia with various surgical and implant technology. She also specializes in facial rejuvenation and general

ophthalmic surgery.

She received her bachelor of science/arts degree in chemistry and psychology from Duke University and her

medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine, where she graduated with honors. She served

her internship at the University of Rochester and also completed her residency in Ophthalmology at the

University of Rochester. Dr. Fakadej is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is also a fellow

of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Fakadej is actively involved in research for intraocular lens technology. She lectures nationally to optometrist

and ophthalmologists regarding implant technology and refractive cataract surgery. She is involved in her

community, contributing to local schools as a mentor and volunteer, and is involved with the local Boy Scouts of

America. Also, in 2013 was recognized as a leadership donor in the Washington Duke Club Fellows.

Dr Fakadej divides her time between three Carolina Eye Associates locations throughout North Carolina—Asheboro,

Fayetteville and Pinehurst/Southern Pines. Dr Fakadej specializes in general ophthalmic surgery including comfort cataract

surgery, advanced technology replacement lenses for cataract surgery, YAG laser surgery and the treatment of eye diseases

and disorders. Dr Fakadej also performs aesthetic services including Botox, dermal filers for wrinkles and acne and laser

treatment for facial skin tightening, pigmentation discoloring, wrinkles and folds and hair removal.

Dr Fakadej joined Carolina Eye Associates in 1997. Dr. Fakadej lives in Pinehurst with her family, where she enjoys

spending time with her children and husband waterskiing, boating, and hiking.