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eyecarecenter Comes to Downtown Raleigh

Now Offering Vision Services on Revitalized Fayetteville Street

RALEIGH, N.C. (March 19, 2008) — Office workers and residents of downtown Raleigh now have convenient access to eye care services. eyecarecenter is now open for business at 121 Fayetteville Street, offering state-of-the-art eye care and optical services.

“We hope to complement the wonderful mix of offices and restaurants on the revitalized Fayetteville Street,” said Dr. David Weitz of eyecarecenter. “We look forward to being part of the downtown Raleigh family.”

Located at Alexander Square, across from the Wachovia building, the new eyecarecenter offers eye care services that range from routine eye examinations for contact lenses and glasses to diabetic retinal examination and emergency red eye diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Weitz and Dr. Kim Hoyle are now accepting patients by appointment, and on a walk-in basis on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For patrons not within walking distance, free validated parking is available in Alexander Square’s parking garage, accessible from Wilmington Street. For a map of the new location and further information on parking and eyecarecenter’s doctors and staff, visit www.eyecarecenter.com/raleighdowntown.

In addition to new location on Fayetteville Street, other local eyecarecenter offices headed by Dr. Don Cloninger include Barnes & Noble Plaza in Cary and Preston Corners.

“Our patients can expect the same professional care and services in all our offices,” said Dr. Cloninger. “We’re committed to providing the best care in the most convenient locations.”

eyecarecenter accepts most major forms of insurance, including BCBS, VSP, Medicare, Spectera, United Healthcare, Superior Vision, CIGNA and CHAMPUS.

eyecarecenter also carries the latest brands in contemporary and European eyewear, including LaFont, Prodesign, Dolce and Gabanna, Versace, MODO and Kate Spade. They also have an extensive sunwear collection from Maui Jim, Rayban, Panoptix (specifically designed for motorcycle enthusiasts), Versace, Lulu Guinness, Vera Wang and Calvin Klein.

For more information about the downtown Raleigh eyecarecenter, please call (919) 856-8555 or visit www.eyecarecenter.com/raleighdowntown.

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About eyecarecenter
eyecarecenter OD, PA was formed in 1954 and has expanded to become one of the largest and most successful groups of professional eye care practices in the nation. eyecarecenter is committed to professional eye care from doctors who’ll take the time to make sure patients’ eyes get the attention they deserve. eyecarecenter offers a line of products and vision services adaptable to suit all lifestyles, including comprehensive vision services, lens fittings and the latest technologies in patient care. They also offer customized services such as Optomap and LASIK Surgery consultations. For more information, visit www.eyecarecenter.com.