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Dr James L Fanelli
Dr. Fanelli, Dr. Casper & Dr. Treece welcome you to the Cape Fear Eye Institute and Fanelli Eye Associates OD PA. The Cape Fear Eye Institute has been providing the highest level of patient eye care in the Wilmington, Carolina Beach and surrounding areas for over thirty years. The Cape Fear Eye Institute proudly participates in the InfantSee program.

InfantSee is a public health program, through the American Optometric Association, that is designed to ensure that eye and vision care become an essential part of infant wellness care to improve a child's quality of life. This program offers a complimentary eye assessment to children ages 6-12 months.
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Meet the experienced and friendly eye doctors that make the Cape Fear Eye Institute the leading provider of eye care services in the Wilmington area. Dr. Fanelli has over 25 years of experience in the fields of glaucoma and ocular disease. He has lectured to his colleagues around the world and has published countless articles in educational magazines.
It is often said that "the eyes are the window to the soul, " and while that may or may not be true, the eye is certainly a window into many health conditions. In fact, sometimes an eye doctor will be the first physician to diagnose a medical condition because the first signs may appear in the eye.
The InfantSEE(R) program is a first-of-its kind public health promotion through the American Optometric Association. This program offers a complimentary eye assessment to children of the age six to twelve months. Vision plays a major role in infant development, and any family history of eye disease or the need for any family member to wear glasses are excellent reasons to have your baby's eyes examined.
Are you a candidate for a specialty contact lens? While most patients are able to wear traditional soft contact lenses, not everyone is so lucky. We treat patients with high astigmatism, keratoconus and other ectasias, corneal transplants, irregular corneas, ocular surface disease, and other conditions which benefit from specialty contact lens wear.
We at the Cape Fear Eye Institute are fortunate to have the experience to answer your questions. Melody and Tommy can work with you to find the right glasses for the right occasion. They will help you make your choices so you look your best. Tommy had these goggles made up for his adventures on his 4-wheeler.
Reviews (10)
Sunset Princess
Sunset Princess
Nov 02, 2021
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I came in with a 7 year old and a very rowdy 2 year old and dr treece was so good with both of them and as was the whole staff. Makes me wish more drs we’re this way. Just a very positive experience.
Cherylyn Berrio
Cherylyn Berrio
Oct 04, 2021
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Extremely caring and professional. The staff is great, Dr. Casper takes time to explain everything. My husband, mom and myself highly recommend this office for all your eye care. Update 9-24-2021 : This is still the best office , Dr. Casper is amazing, he takes all the time needed for his patients. I never feel rushed. He also explains everything fully about your eye health. So very greatfull for dr. casper and his team .
Cindy Jaeb
Cindy Jaeb
Sep 30, 2021
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I had a very good experience with Cape Fear Eye Institute. The entire staff was friendly and welcoming and they have a great selection of glasses. I would highly recommend this practice for your eye care needs.
David S.
David S.
Jul 24, 2021
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Was on vacation and got sand in my eye. Was able to make an appointment and be seen within 24 hours. Sand removed from eye and drops given. Very nice experience. Dr. Casper was very polite and helpful. Would highly recommend for anyone who had a similar problem on their trip!
Toni Gaskill
Toni Gaskill
Feb 26, 2021
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First time customers of Cape Fear Eye Institute and we could not be more satisfied! The service is incredible and the folks are friendly! Highly recommend!
Lori Constanteles
Lori Constanteles
Jan 24, 2021
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Was having some scary eye problems on a Saturday. Called and left a message and the on call Dr. got back to me asap! I am very grateful for his call. He helped calm me down about the problem I was having. Wonderful compassionate service.
Kate Pulliam
Kate Pulliam
Dec 03, 2020
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Such a great experience! I brought my daughter in for an infantsee appointment and the staff were very helpful. Dr. Casper was great and knew exactly how to keep my daughters attention to complete his assessment!
Lisa Overby-Dosier
Lisa Overby-Dosier
Jan 13, 2020
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EDIT- After one bad experience with the front desk staff, I came back 1 year later to see Dr. Casper (who is just really wonderful, enough to overlook any issues I had in the past). The front desk coordinator, Betty, came to address me personally about my previous experience. I appreciate her wanting to know what happened. At the time last year I was in extreme pain and felt like I didn't get help on a Fri afternoon. She assured me, she likes to know whenever she can help and any issues at the practice.
Today, I received excellent care, not only for my eye, but from the rest of the staff as well
Stephani Westphal
Stephani Westphal
Jul 15, 2019
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I had an eye emergency and being from out of town I was hesitant but from the front desk to the nurses and Dr. Casper, they all went beyond to help me out, get me in right away and continue to check up on me each day for several days later. I have never experienced such great care at any Drs office ever in my life. I am super grateful to you all and for sure when I am back I will 100% use you all for my exams and eye care! Thank you, Stephani from Charlotte.
Randy Beardsworth
Randy Beardsworth
Sep 26, 2017
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My experience with Dr. Finelli has been fine, but the office management has been subpar. On my visit last year, there was a snafu on filing insurance and I ended up having to pay hundreds of dollars instead of a $12 copay. Today when I went for my 3 pm appointment, I arrived 10 minutes early and waited until 30 minutes past my scheduled appointment and still was not close to being called back for the appointment. I left. I do not recommend this practice.