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Dr. Shannon Gabriela Ardaiolo, OD

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(103 Ratings)

Specializes in: Optometry (Primary Eye Care)

Professional interests include: strabismus, macular degeneration, cataract surgery, and more.

2001 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803

(828) 330-8765

Dr. Shannon Gabriela Ardaiolo, OD is an optometrist in Asheville, NC specializing in optometry (primary eye care). Dr. Shannon Gabriela Ardaiolo, OD is affiliated with ASHEVILLE EYE ASSOCIATES PLLC.

Office Locations

Address:

2001 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803

Address:

2311 Asheville Highway
Hendersonville, NC 28791

Some issues Dr. Shannon Gabriela Ardaiolo, OD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

LASIK

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a surgical procedure that improves vision by permanently correcting refractive vision errors. Refractive vision errors are sight problems (such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism) that typically require patients to wear contact lenses or glasses. Nearsightedness (myopia) causes blurred vision at a distance, while farsightedness (hyperopia) makes objects that are up close appear blurry. Astigmatism results in blurred vision at both near and far distances. Each eye is either nearsighted or farsighted, and can additionally have astigmatism. These refractive vision errors develop from imperfections in the curvature of the eye, which LASIK fixes through the use of a laser. The laser changes the shape of the eye by cutting away tissue from the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye).

LASIK is generally considered an elective procedure (not medically necessary) since patients can wear glasses or contact lenses instead of undergoing LASIK. Nevertheless, many people still elect to undergo LASIK to have better vision without having to wear corrective lenses. Certain professionals, such as pilots, military members, firefighters, and athletes, might particularly benefit from LASIK.

Ophthalmologists (eye doctors) evaluate patients before surgery, measuring the cornea and checking for any eye irregularities that would disqualify patients from LASIK. A special eye scanner is used to create a map of the cornea. This map guides the surgeon in developing an individualized LASIK treatment plan. Once approved for LASIK, contact-wearers are advised to switch to glasses for the three weeks leading up to their surgery.

LASIK is a brief procedure, lasting for about half an hour, depending on the state of a patient's eyes and the corneal reshaping required. Patients lie down on a reclining chair and have numbing eye drops applied to one or both eyes to eliminate pain and discomfort during the procedure. While the eyes are held open by a device, the eye surgeon raises a fixation light where patients direct their eyes. The surgeon uses a femtosecond laser to cut a precise circular incision in the cornea's surface. The surgeon then manually folds back the corneal flap to access the stroma (inner cornea).

An excimer laser is then used to remove certain amounts of corneal tissue. For patients with farsightedness, the laser cuts tissue on the outer regions of the cornea, making the central cornea more prominent. For patients with nearsightedness, the opposite is done; central corneal tissue is removed while the outer tissue is left alone, flattening the eye. In patients with astigmatism, the laser is used to even out the surface of the corneal tissue, making the eye more spherical. When the lasering process is complete, the ophthalmologist folds the corneal flap to its regular position. The flap quickly begins to heal and naturally reattach itself to the eye.

LASIK patients need someone to drive them home from the procedure and cannot drive for the following 24 hours. Recovery from LASIK lasts about five days. Patients typically notice improved vision within a day or two of surgery. Prescription eye drops are given to patients to alleviate discomfort and promote eye healing. During this recovery time, patients must be incredibly careful not to touch or rub their eyes. Ophthalmologists often instruct patients to wear protective glasses during the day and night to prevent potential damage from eye rubbing.

LASIK can improve the experience of certain activities such as swimming or reading, and in some cases, LASIK can be a life-changing procedure for those with severe refractive vision errors. LASIK may also save patients money by eliminating the recurring need for updated corrective lenses.

doctor visit	80

**Gender**
Male	45
Female	53

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	98

**Age**
From 65 to 74	52
From 75 to 84	28
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	62
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	518
eye procedures	254
ultrasound (sonogram)	27

**Gender**
Male	161
Female	237

**Age**
From 65 to 74	196
From 75 to 84	115
85 and over	20
Less than 65	67

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	62
Dementia	7
Cancer	7

doctor visit	425
eye procedures	136

**Gender**
Male	252
Female	382

**Age**
From 65 to 74	294
From 75 to 84	196
85 and over	34
Less than 65	110

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	5
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	61
Dementia	10
Cancer	6

doctor visit	442
eye procedures	191

**Gender**
Male	151
Female	228

**Age**
From 65 to 74	186
From 75 to 84	109
85 and over	21
Less than 65	63

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	5
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	64
Dementia	12
Cancer	6

doctor visit	478
eye procedures	180

**Gender**
Male	165
Female	254

**Age**
From 65 to 74	212
From 75 to 84	112
85 and over	21
Less than 65	74

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	63
Dementia	14
Cancer	6

doctor visit	123
eye procedures	9

**Gender**
Male	58
Female	102

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	148
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	92
From 75 to 84	35
85 and over	16
Less than 65	17

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	9

doctor visit	89
eye procedures	295

**Gender**
Male	131
Female	196

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	312
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	181
From 75 to 84	83
85 and over	28
Less than 65	35

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	21
Dementia	7
Cancer	7

doctor visit	171
eye procedures	243

**Gender**
Male	109
Female	182

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	269
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	173
From 75 to 84	68
85 and over	28
Less than 65	22

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	10

doctor visit	945
eye procedures	355

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Shannon Gabriela Ardaiolo, OD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Shannon Gabriela Ardaiolo, OD treated as an optometrist in Asheville, NC were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

doctor visit	365
eye procedures	212
ultrasound (sonogram)	27

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Shannon Gabriela Ardaiolo, OD.

**Gender**
Male	107
Female	163

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	72
Native American / Alaskan Native	9
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	16
75 to 84	74
Less than 65	38
65 to 74	138

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Shannon Gabriela Ardaiolo, OD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Shannon Gabriela Ardaiolo, OD treated were hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	38
Atrial Fibrillation	3
Dementia	5
Cancer	5

Education & Training

She has a state license in North Carolina.

Licensed In: North Carolina

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Shannon Gabriela Ardaiolo, OD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

ASHEVILLE EYE ASSOCIATES PLLC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Shannon Gabriela Ardaiolo, OD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 103 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Shannon Gabriela Ardaiolo, OD from all over the web to help you find the right in Asheville, NC.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Shannon Gabriela Ardaiolo, OD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Alcon Vision LLC	$362 Hydrus Microstent $147	DAILIES $115	Precision 1 $81	DAILIES TOTAL1 $19
Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC	$291 ULTRA $291
Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.	$249 Acuvue $249
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.	$134 Infuse $63	VYZULTA $47	MIEBO $24
Bausch & Lomb, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC	$122 BIOTRUE ONE DAY $36	Infuse $29	ULTRA $22	LOTEMAX SM $20	BESIVANCE $14
Other	$405 CEQUA $72	XIIDRA $70	EYSUVIS $55	TYRVAYA $29	DAILIES $26	Other $152

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,563

Biography

Dr. Shannon Ardaiolo practices optometry (primary eye care) in Cherokee, NC, Hendersonville, NC, and Asheville, NC. She is rated highly by her patients. Her areas of expertise include the following: conjunctivitis (pink eye), macular degeneration, and strabismus. Dr. Ardaiolo has an open panel in Hendersonville, NC according to Doctor.com.

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