Dr. Macaluso specializes in laser vision correction surgery, cataract surgery, corneal diseases and corneal transplants. He graduated from California State University, Fullerton and University of California, San Diego Medical School. He served his internship at Mercy Hospital, followed by his residency in ophthalmology for four years at The Casey Eye Institute. He completed a fellowship in Refractive Surgery, Corneal and External Diseases and Corneal Transplants at The Moran Eye Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah where he was awarded the prestigious Heed Fellowship. Dr. Macaluso is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the Casey Eye Institute, Portland Oregon, where he served as a faculty member from 2001-2004. Dr. Macaluso specializes in laser vision correction surgery including Advanced Surface Treatment( PRK) and Laser Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis(LASIK). He also has extensive experience with premium intraocular lenses for cataract surgery (Tecnis multifocal, Crystalens, ReSTOR, Tecnis Toric and AcrySof Toric). In addition, he also specializes in the advanced cornea transplant technique (DSAEK) for Fuchs Dystrophy. He continues to actively publish and lecture nationally in his area of expertise Dr. Macaluso is committed to provide the latest in refractive surgery technology as well as other surgeries, ensuring excellence in quality eye care. Dr. Macaluso joined Asheville Eye Associates in 2006. Before joining Asheville Eye Associates, Dr. Macaluso was on the faculty at The Casey Eye Institute, one of the top ten eye centers in the country. Given the demands of his career, free time is at a premium for Dr. Macaluso, but he always enjoys spending time with his family and finding time for outdoor activities.
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Jane F.

04/25/2021

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Good Experience

Dr. Macaluso performed cataract surgery on one of my eyes. Appreciated his pleasant "bedside manner" - he is very down-to-earth, not at all condescending or pompous as so many physicians can be. I felt comfortable with him right away and would recommend him to anyone.

H. S.

12/15/2020

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excellent would recommend to anyone considering surgery

Dr. Macaluso was recommended by my eye Dr. He has performed cataract surgery on 4 of my friends all of them gave him a great review. I agree

Judith W.

11/19/2020

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love him!

I feel safe and I trust him.

Theresa C.

11/12/2020

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very good, staff was nice, doctor Mac is terrific

Very good!!

Kenneth W.

11/12/2020

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The most wonderful experience with any doctor I've ever had

He listened and has great bedside manner

A. D. S.

02/19/2020

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professional and caring

i felt well taken care of and was able to trust that i would have successful results

Betty H.

12/31/2019

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Successful Cataract Surgery

What a joy it is to see clearly again. Dr. Macaluso and his team were excellent in all regards. Dr. Macalulso has a great caring bedside manner and I felt he shared my joy at the new sight he had given me. I have already recommended him to a friend and will continue to do so in the future. Thank you.

Richard Y.

04/07/2019

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Best it could have been. Cataracts gone. Clarity and Sharpness back.

A totally outstanding experience with Dr. Mac. From the moment he entered the examining room and assured me that that my cataract procedure would be easy, I felt assured about his abilities. His explanations of what to expect made me very comfortable and at ease. After that, everything went exactly as he had explained.

Now, 2 months after the procedure, the most important thing is that I am experiencing the best eyesight that I've had in years. Outstanding clarity and crispness.Now it's all HD!

Lindsay H.

03/15/2019

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great practice.

good experience,wonderfully efficient practice.

R. A.

03/12/2019

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Dr Mac rave reviews

Thank you for such an amazing experience, thorough, expert and caring. We love him!!

Marie M.

02/28/2019

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A very positive experience with Dr. Macaluso

Dr. Macaluso has done an outstanding procedure on my eyes, Since the cataract surgery my vision is very clear and crisp. The dr explanined about dry eye and gave samples to try and its much improved. I highly recommend Dr. Macaluso and his staff for cataract surgery. He has improved my vision and life dramatically.

S. D.

02/21/2019

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a great exoerience

my experience was great, it was just so easy.

Anonymous

02/21/2019

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Not blind, its great!!

Fast, pleasant, and highly beneficial for me and my entire family!

K. P.

02/21/2019

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wonderful experience

i love how the whole experience was right on time and everyone was so pleasant . the whole experience was so easy and accomodating

Stephen O.

02/21/2019

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Dr. Macaluso and entire staff are excellent

Dr. Macaluso and his entire staff are excellent and professional

Anonymous

02/20/2019

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Good doctor, would have appreciated wider discussion of LASIK/PRK

Dr. Macaluso appeared well informed, and knowledgeable of his field. In exploring LASIK/PRK options, I (in hindsight) would have appreciated further discussion around drawbacks and/or troubles that folks have post-LASIK/PRK, especially seeing as how it is an elective procedure. In June 2018, the New York Times reported a story ("Blurred Vision, Burning Eyes: This Is a LASIK Success?') around post-LASIK/PRK consequences. Some doctors were found to be shielding patients from significantly likelier negative consequences of an elective procedure than were widely advertised. I feel overall positive about my experience at Asheville Eye, but I do think sharing all sides of the story/experiences, would be a confident move if one is sure of their service offered.

L. B.

02/20/2019

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Great Doctor!

I always have a great experience at Asheville Eye, the staff is very informative, professional and caring. I won't go to any other Eye Doctor.

Ana O.

02/20/2019

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Great Experiennce

I was a little bit nervous to do lasik. Dr.Macaluso and the whole team made me feel very comfortable. I had a great experience and would recommend him to everyone.

Donald L.

02/19/2019

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a wonderful exoerience

very much appreciate Dr. macalusos skill and the excellent help his staff provided. it has been an eye opening experience!

J. W.

02/19/2019

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Highest recommendation. Excellent physician appointments, and surgical results were 20/20.

I have a lifelong history of high myopia. After a retinal detachment repair in 2013, I asked Dr. Mac to replace a subsequent cataract in 2014. The surgical outcome was 20/20, and I no longer need a corrective lens in that eye. After 5 years, my other eye needs the same procedure, and I am happy to have Dr. Macaluso perform this as well. Highest recommendation from a fellow MD and surgeon.

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