Areas of Specialty
Dr. Patrick J. Kelty specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the retina and vitreous, including diabetic eye disease, age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, retinal blood vessel problems, intraocular tumors, macular holes, and epiretinal membranes. He also diagnoses and treats cataracts, performing small incision traditional cataract surgery, laser refractive cataract surgery (which decreases the need for glasses and eliminates astigmatism), and complex cataract surgeries requiring additional specialized procedures. Additionally, he repairs or exchanges intraocular lenses due to complications from cataract surgery, spontaneous dislocation of intraocular lenses, and trauma-related lens dislocations.
Certifications & Professional Associations
Dr. Kelty is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center and Frye Regional Medical Center. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American College of Surgeons Professional Association, and American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery.
Medical Education
Dr. Kelty completed his medical education at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (1999-2003), his surgery internship at the Medical University of South Carolina (2003-2004), his ophthalmology residency at the Medical University of South Carolina (2004-2007), and his retina fellowship at the University of South Florida (2007-2009).
