Richard Paré, MD
Richard Paré MD
Top Cataract Surgery Specialist with 32 Years of Experience
Dr. Richard Paré is a board certified Ophthalmologist who specializes in cataract surgery as well as comprehensive eye care. A native of Columbus, Georgia, Dr. Paré has been in practice at the North Fulton Eye Center for 32 years. He has performed thousands of cataract surgeries on patients in the Roswell, Alpharetta, and Cumming areas.
Background and Education
Chief Resident in Ophthalmology: Emory University; Atlanta, GA. 1993-1994
Residency in Ophthalmology: Emory University; Atlanta, GA. 1991-1994
Internship: Emory University Affiliated Hospitals; Atlanta, GA. 1990-1991
Medical School: Emory School of Medicine; Atlanta, GA. 1986-1990
Undergraduate: Auburn University; Auburn, AL. 1982-1986
Active Member of Leading Ophthalmology Associations
Dr. Paré is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refraction Surgeons, the Georgia Society of Ophthalmology, and the Medical Association of Georgia. He lives in Atlanta with his wife and has two adult daughters. In his spare time, he enjoys fishing, hunting, and travel.
State-of-the-art treatments and technology
He is well versed in the use of advanced intraocular lens technologies for cataract surgery, including toric (astigmatism correcting), multifocal, and extended depth of focus lenses. Dr. Paré offers femtosecond laser assisted cataract surgery and Microincisional Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) for those who are candidates. Dr. Paré enjoys counseling his patients on the best surgical options for their lifestyle. Additionally, Dr. Paré provides comprehensive eye care for patients with other common eye diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, glaucoma and many others.
Hospital and surgery center affiliations
Dr. Paré is currently on staff at Northside Hospital and he previously served as the Section Chief of Ophthalmology for the North Fulton Regional Hospital for several years. Patients of Dr. Paré often comment on his friendly and upbeat bedside manner and the way in which he takes the time to explain the diagnosis and treatment to each patient.