Dr. E. Aimée McBride, O.D.
Co-owner
Clemson University (Biosystems Engineering) · UAB School of Optometry, Valedictorian
Ocular disease, contact lenses, pediatrics and medical eye care. Serves on eye-care missions in Honduras.
Est. 1955 · Waynesville, North Carolina
We believe life is about vision.
Designer frames worth wearing and medical eye care worth trusting — all under one roof in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Scroll, and watch your vision come into focus.
01 Everyday eye care & eyewear
See clearly. Walk right in.
Optical walk-ins are always welcome — come browse anytime, no appointment needed. And if you’re due for a new prescription, just say the word and we’ll set up an eye exam.
Optical walk-ins welcome
The optical boutique
Just here for glasses?
Walk in and browse anytime — hundreds of frames, four doctors on site, and an optician to help you find a pair you love. We’ll even handle your vision plan while you shop.
Hours & directions →- 01
Comprehensive eye exams
Unhurried and thorough, with Optomap, OCT, and visual-field imaging so nothing gets missed — and everything explained in plain language.
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Contact lenses
First-timers through specialty, hard-to-fit, and medically necessary lenses — fit with a specialist’s patience, start to finish.
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Pediatric eye care
Gentle, kid-paced exams designed just for them. Because doing well in school starts with clearly seeing the board.
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Urgent eye care
Infection, injury, a sudden flash or floater? Call first and we’ll get you seen — today when it matters.
Browse frames without an appointment during regular office hours — or call (828) 456-8361 and we’ll set aside time with an optician.
02 Where vision meets individual style
Frames that feel like you.
You wear your frames every single day. They should feel good, look good, and fit every part of your life. From classic name brands to independent European designers, our opticians look at the whole picture — your prescription, lifestyle, face shape, and personal style — to help you find eyewear that feels uniquely yours.
Designer & independent houses
- Lindberg
- Face à Face
- Etnia Barcelona
- Lafont
- Oliver Peoples
- Silhouette
- Miu Miu
- Maui Jim
- Oakley
- Modo
- Woow
- ProDesign
- OGI
- KLiiK denmark
Plus specialized Lifestyle, Petite, and Kids collections — featuring Coach, Ralph Lauren, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Calvin Klein, Vogue, Emporio Armani, Flexon, Ted Baker, Glemaud, Eyes of Faith, Nifties, Aristar, Tomato, Superflex, Oakley Youth, and LuLu by Lulu Guinness Kids — finished with a variety of combinations using Varilux, Crizal, and Transitions lenses.
The sun interlude
Sunwear made for mountain life.
In Western North Carolina, the right sunglasses matter. Whether you’re driving the Blue Ridge Parkway, spending the day on the water, or just heading across town, we offer sunglasses that combine comfort, clarity, and style. Choose from Oakley, Maui Jim, Ray-Ban, and independent eyewear designers, including polarized and prescription-ready options.
The boutique
Our optical, in Waynesville.
Step inside and browse a deep, well-curated selection of designer and independent frames — Lindberg, Face à Face, Etnia Barcelona, and Oliver Peoples — plus Oakley and Maui Jim on the sun wall. Every pair is fitted by people who know eyewear inside and out. See more of the space, or walk it in 3D.
03 Medical eye care
Eye care that looks deeper.
Your visit is about more than updating a prescription. Our doctors evaluate the health of your eyes, watch for early signs of disease, and manage medical conditions like glaucoma, diabetes-related eye disease, cataracts, and macular degeneration with thorough exams and advanced technology.
Diabetic eye exams
Annual retinal exams and treatment for diabetic retinopathy, coordinated with your physician.
Glaucoma
Detection, pressure management and long-term monitoring to protect your optic nerve.
Macular degeneration
Early AMD detection and ongoing management to guard your central vision.
Red & pink eye, infections
Same-day care for infections, inflammation and injuries. We can examine, diagnose and prescribe — call us before urgent care.
Dry eye
Real dry-eye workups — including imaging of the oil glands in your eyelids — and treatment plans that go beyond drops.
Flashes & floaters
Sudden flashes, new floaters or curtain-like shadows are urgent. Call us the day you notice them.
The instruments behind the diagnosis
Optomap® ultra-widefield retinal imaging
OCT retinal cross-section scans
Visual field testing
Slit-lamp examination
Eyelid oil-gland imaging
Style up front. Medicine at the core.
Schedule an exam04 The doctors
Know us.
Four treating optometrists. Between them: valedictorian honors, residency training in eye disease, pediatrics and VA medicine, mission work abroad, and three languages spoken during exams.
Dr. Thomas "Tommy" Pinkston, O.D.
Co-owner
University of Florida · UAB School of Optometry · Residency in ocular disease
"Clear, honest communication is the foundation of great eye care."
Dr. Amy Krempecki, O.D.
Optometrist
Ithaca College (Biochemistry) · Salus University / PCO · Pediatric residency
Pediatrics, dry eye, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration and glaucoma.
Dr. Weronika Przepiora, O.D.
Optometrist
University of Florida · Southern College of Optometry · VA residency
Ocular disease, specialty contact-lens fitting and primary care — in English, Polish or Spanish.
Se habla español · Mówimy po polsku
05 In their words
See what they see.
4.9
★★★★★
from 1,400+ Google reviews
What patients are saying about us:
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I had an excellent experience with this eye doctor and the entire staff. Everyone was friendly, professional, and made me feel comfortable from the moment I arrived. The doctor took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all of my questions, and provided exceptional care…
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Haywood Family Eye is a friendly, professional office. Everyone is willing to help you, answer questions or get someone who can give you the information you need. The selection of frames, sunglasses and anything related to eyecare is second to none. I have used them for several years now and always recommend them highly.
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Absolutely great visit. Dr McBride and her staff get a 10+ from me. Thanks for taking care of my eyes!!!
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Doctors and staff are very nice, very knowledgeable and very friendly. I had visited on an emergency basis a few months ago and was very impressed and the visit for the routine eye exam was great as well. The doctor was very thorough and answered all my questions, the technicians were extremely helpful…
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Great Experience! From scheduling my appointment to follow-up, the entire staff was professional, friendly, and efficient. The wait time was minimal, and the care was top-notch. Highly recommend!
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This is a very nice place to go to! Everyone is very nice and friendly! I feel like I get the best of care for my eyes! They are very fast to get you placed in your room for the doctor! No long wait time!
06 The way we care
Serious about your eyes.
Thoughtful about your care.
From the moment you walk in, we want you to feel well cared for — not rushed, overlooked, or left wondering what comes next. Our doctors combine thorough medical eye care, advanced technology, and clear communication to make every visit feel personal, comfortable, and complete.
Be Respectful
We treat you the way we'd want our own family treated: your time, your comfort, and your questions all matter here.
Be Honest
We tell you plainly what we see and exactly what you'll owe. No jargon, no surprise bills.
Be Better
We keep sharpening our skills and our technology so your care only gets better over time.
Be Positive
You'll be met with a real smile. A good attitude is part of good care, not an extra.
Be a Team Player
From the front desk to your doctor, everyone here works together so nothing about your visit slips through the cracks.
07 Visit us
Find us.
You know the building
The one with the mountains behind it.
If you've driven Sulphur Springs Road, you've probably noticed the stone gable with the teal glasses out front and the Blue Ridge rising behind it. That's us. Hours, directions and what to expect →
Something wrong right now?
Eye emergencies don't wait — and neither do we. Sudden vision changes, injuries, infections, flashes or floaters: call (828) 456-8361 and we'll get you seen.
Visiting the Smokies? We see travelers all the time. One call, and your vacation gets its eyes back.
Hours
| Monday | 9:00 – 5:00 |
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| Tuesday – Thursday | 8:00 – 5:00 |
| Friday | 8:00 – 1:00 |
| Saturday – Sunday | Closed |
The office
1604 Sulphur Springs RdWaynesville, NC 28786
Get directions Take the virtual tour
(828) 456-8361
Fax (828) 452-4527
Insurance & vision plans we accept
- AARP
- Anthem BCBS
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Medicare
- CHAMPVA
- CIGNA
- Community Eye Care
- EyeMed
- Healthgram
- HealthSCOPE
- Humana
- Medicare
- Spectera
- Tricare
- UMR
- United Healthcare
- VSP
Epilogue
Ready when you are.
The mountains look better in focus. Book online in under a minute, or call and talk to a person.