Dr. Brimer was raised in Gastonia, NC. She graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a BS in Biology and minor in Chemistry. She received her Doctorate of Optometry from Southern College of Optometry in Mem… Read more ›
Very knowledgeable and professional. Felt at ease almost instantly. Lots of time spent to evaluate and come up with plan. Supplementary visit just as comforting. Almost as if there are no more patients that day. Thanks, Doc…
University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
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University of North Carolina | Bachelors Degree | Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences | 1996 |
southern college of optometry | Doctorate | Doctorate of Optometry | 2000 |
Role | Organization | Time |
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Board Certified | National Board of Examiners in Optometry, Treatment and Management of Ocular Disease | Present |
Board Certified | North Carolina State Board License | Present |
Board Certified | South Carolina State Board License | Present |
Professional Member | American Academy of Optometry | Present |
Professional Member | Optometry Times Editorial Advisory Board | Present |
Professional Member | Biotissue Speakers Bureau | Present |
Professional Member | Optovue Speakers Bureau | Present |
Professional Member | Oculus Speakers Bureau | Present |
Professional Member | Shire Speakers Bureau | Present |
Distinction | Institution | Year |
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VisionMonday's Most Influential Women in Optical | Vision Monday | 2016 |
Diatome US First Prize Award for best scientific poster | Microscopy Society of American national meeting | |
Research Fellowship | Microscopy Society of American-National Science Foundation | |
Medical Scholarship Award | North Carolina Health Science & Math | |
Undergraduate Scholarship Award | Gertrude Clinton Memorial Scholarship |
Crystal M. Brimer, OD has not yet indicated the hospitals that she is affiliated with.
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Brimer specializes in treating the following types of patients:
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
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Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Yes
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: Unknown
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
“Diagnosis and lengthy evaluation were a pleasant surprise.”
Very knowledgeable and professional. Felt at ease almost instantly. Lots of time spent to evaluate and come up with plan. Supplementary visit just as comforting. Almost as if there are no more patients that day. Thanks, Doc
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr.Brimer took her time to explain what the root of the problem was and what steps we are going to take to fix the problem not cover the symptoms. Her staff is wonderful full of smiles and very polite.
“Fantastic in every way!!”
Dr.Brimer took her time to explain what the root of the problem was and what steps we are going to take to fix the problem not cover the symptoms. Her staff is wonderful full of smiles and very polite.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
I had an excellent experience and the treatment is really improving my vision in which I'm very grateful
“extremely pleased and grateful for Dr. Brimer care”
I had an excellent experience and the treatment is really improving my vision in which I'm very grateful
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Took my issues seriously, addressing my individual needs as opposed to the generic recommendations I received from other providers that had done nothing for me. Found relief immediately and with continued treatment have experienced significant improvement. The IPL treatment has been a game changer and I attribute my increasingly improved condition a result of this treatment.
“Excellent”
Took my issues seriously, addressing my individual needs as opposed to the generic recommendations I received from other providers that had done nothing for me. Found relief immediately and with continued treatment have experienced significant improvement. The IPL treatment has been a game changer and I attribute my increasingly improved condition a result of this treatment.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Excellent care ALWAYS!!!
“Always a great experience”
Excellent care ALWAYS!!!
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
I came in with my glasses broken, and the guy who completes the repairs was unavailable but I needed my glasses asap. Kaylee was able to expeditiously fix my issues with top notch customer service to go along with Carlisha's admirable smile and enthusiasm for my business. Thank you for such an amazing experience.
“Broken glasses”
I came in with my glasses broken, and the guy who completes the repairs was unavailable but I needed my glasses asap. Kaylee was able to expeditiously fix my issues with top notch customer service to go along with Carlisha's admirable smile and enthusiasm for my business. Thank you for such an amazing experience.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr. Brimer is extraordinarily thorough.
“The best dry eye doctor in NC”
Dr. Brimer is extraordinarily thorough.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
I am a very happy patient of Dr Brimer's. She has always shown genuine concerned about my dry eye problems as well as my overall visual health. She is not your typical optometrist. When you go for your visit with her your're not rushed through. You're the only patient she's treating. You have her full attention. Her medical knowledge is tops. My dry eye condition has improved drastically since I started seeing Dr Brimer. She's the best!
“Caring, knowledgeable, concerned, not in a rush”
I am a very happy patient of Dr Brimer's. She has always shown genuine concerned about my dry eye problems as well as my overall visual health. She is not your typical optometrist. When you go for your visit with her your're not rushed through. You're the only patient she's treating. You have her full attention. Her medical knowledge is tops. My dry eye condition has improved drastically since I started seeing Dr Brimer. She's the best!
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr. Brimer is a wonderful person and doctor.
“Great doctor”
Dr. Brimer is a wonderful person and doctor.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr. Brimer is extremely thorough and takes the necessary time to ensure you understand any issues or concerns. The setting for her office is very comfortable and professional. I would recommend Dr. Brimer for anyone. She is kind, gentle and patient and you never feel as if she is rushed to get to the next patient. Her technology is state of the art and amazing. Excellent eye doctor and great office.
“Amazing Eye Doctor”
Dr. Brimer is extremely thorough and takes the necessary time to ensure you understand any issues or concerns. The setting for her office is very comfortable and professional. I would recommend Dr. Brimer for anyone. She is kind, gentle and patient and you never feel as if she is rushed to get to the next patient. Her technology is state of the art and amazing. Excellent eye doctor and great office.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr. Brimer is great. She cares so much fir her patients. What a joy to be treated by the best
“Amazing!”
Dr. Brimer is great. She cares so much fir her patients. What a joy to be treated by the best
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr. Brimer treated the vision issues that were extremely poor. She is kind and patient and listens and explain everything that is needed along with a clear and easy explanation of why it is needed She is absolutely the BEST.
“tremendously helpful and knowlegable”
Dr. Brimer treated the vision issues that were extremely poor. She is kind and patient and listens and explain everything that is needed along with a clear and easy explanation of why it is needed She is absolutely the BEST.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr. Brimer leaves no stone unturned - she educates her patients on the condition and the reasons for it as well as how the treatments will work together to solve the problem. She is skilled and knowledgeable and confident and that gives her patient a feeling of well-being. Thank you Dr. Brimer!
“Severe Dry Eye - Finally a comprehensive treatment plan”
Dr. Brimer leaves no stone unturned - she educates her patients on the condition and the reasons for it as well as how the treatments will work together to solve the problem. She is skilled and knowledgeable and confident and that gives her patient a feeling of well-being.
Thank you Dr. Brimer!
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr. Brimer is very knowledgeable, willing to listen, caring and thorough in her explanations. She displays a warm and professional mannerism and answers all questions and concerns. I came to her for dry eyes and finally have received the treatments to aid my situation. I strongly recommend Dr. Brimer.
“Very Positive”
Dr. Brimer is very knowledgeable, willing to listen, caring and thorough in her explanations. She displays a warm and professional mannerism and answers all questions and concerns. I came to her for dry eyes and finally have received the treatments to aid my situation. I strongly recommend Dr. Brimer.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
I can see !!!
“Dr. Brimer is awesome.”
I can see !!!
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
I am probably one of Dr. Brimer's longest running patients, and would consider going no where else. She is one if the brightest and hard-working doctors that I have ever known. Best wishes for your continued success, Dr. Brimer. Chris Diehl
“Outstanding, as always”
I am probably one of Dr. Brimer's longest running patients, and would consider going no where else. She is one if the brightest and hard-working doctors that I have ever known. Best wishes for your continued success, Dr. Brimer.
Chris Diehl
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Only one that went above and beyond to help my dry eyes.
“I love her”
Only one that went above and beyond to help my dry eyes.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Most professional experience I have ever had!
“Phenomenal!!”
Most professional experience I have ever had!
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
pleasant
“very helpful and pleasant”
pleasant
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr. Brimer is beyond words! I was so impressed on the first visit with the care and time she gave me. Having returned many times now, I will never go anywhere else. You will not find another doctor who will give you as much time and attention plus the expertise to provide guidance on any and all eye issues. So glad to have her in Wilmington!
“Excellent eye doctor”
Dr. Brimer is beyond words! I was so impressed on the first
visit with the care and time she gave me. Having returned many times now, I will never go anywhere else. You will not find another doctor who will give you as much time and attention plus the expertise to provide guidance on any and all eye issues. So glad to have her in Wilmington!
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
The visit was great. I was seen in a timely manner and the doctor took her time with me.
“Great experience!”
The visit was great. I was seen in a timely manner and the doctor took her time with me.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
l have been with this great doctor for years. she is the best you could ever be.
“16 years and counting”
l have been with this great doctor for years. she is the best you could ever be.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
absolutely fabulous!
“.”
absolutely fabulous!
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
I enjoyed my visit, after many years of dryness I fell better.
“My dry eyes are better”
I enjoyed my visit, after many years of dryness I fell better.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Vision is critical to fully experiencing life. AS I age, I know my vision is being evaluated over time and the visits are friendly, personal and professional. I highly recommend her as your primary eye doctor,
“Professional, knowledgeable, caring”
Vision is critical to fully experiencing life. AS I age, I know my vision is being evaluated over time and the visits are friendly, personal and professional. I highly recommend her as your primary eye doctor,
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
This was my first eye exam, and with that comes a little bit of nerves. Dr. Brimer and her staff put me immediately at ease, and I felt as though my appointment was top priority to them. Furthermore, Dr. Brimer and her staff patiently detailed my examination findings with me and helped me find the perfect fit of glasses. The environment is serene yet professional, giving me the utmost patient experience that I would recommend to anyone.
“Thoughtful and Thorough”
This was my first eye exam, and with that comes a little bit of nerves. Dr. Brimer and her staff put me immediately at ease, and I felt as though my appointment was top priority to them. Furthermore, Dr. Brimer and her staff patiently detailed my examination findings with me and helped me find the perfect fit of glasses. The environment is serene yet professional, giving me the utmost patient experience that I would recommend to anyone.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr. Brimer is very patient, thorough and knowledgeable. Strongly recommend her to anyone experiencing long lasting eye issues. I truly feel that she has saved my vision. Thank you Dr. Brimer.
“So grateful to finally find an eye doctor who has helped treat the "root cause" not just symptoms.”
Dr. Brimer is very patient, thorough and knowledgeable. Strongly recommend her to anyone experiencing long lasting eye issues. I truly feel that she has saved my vision. Thank you Dr. Brimer.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
I absolutely loved the Doctor and the time she took with me! Dr.Brimer's staff is caring also.
“awesomeI Dry eye Care”
I absolutely loved the Doctor and the time she took with me! Dr.Brimer's staff is caring also.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Wonderful to finally find a Dr who listens, understands, and finds the right solution. Such a God given talent. Thank You !
“Great Dr”
Wonderful to finally find a Dr who listens, understands, and finds the right solution.
Such a God given talent. Thank You !
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
I have recommended several people to this practice, and this is why....the focus is on getting and maintaining healthy eye care. Believe me, I came in with lots of issues. I am on my way to healthier eyes, my vision and comfort are much improved. I am in awe of the depth of Dr Brimer's knowledge, especially in the field of dry eyes. Thank you.
“Best eye care ever”
I have recommended several people to this practice, and this is why....the focus is on getting and maintaining healthy eye care.
Believe me, I came in with lots of issues. I am on my way to healthier eyes, my vision and comfort are much improved.
I am in awe of the depth of Dr Brimer's knowledge, especially in the field of dry eyes.
Thank you.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
After my lasik surgery, I suffered from severe dry eyes. Dr. Brimer has worked with me over the last 1 & 1/2 years to bring moisture back to my eyes and help me enjoy being able to see 20/20 on my own again. The time she takes with me to bring the best therapy plan of action builds trust and respect in her as a healthcare professional. She even follows up with me and tells me to call her personally if I ever have any problems. This is the reason I drive 2 & 1/2 hours for appointments with her. We have done lipoflow, IPL, worked on a twice daily routine for me at home and we are currently discussing allergy testing. She also has worked wonders with my mom. My family loves Dr. Brimer and the compassion she has for us and our healthcare. The staff is also really helpful and caring toward us too. As a healthcare professional myself, I can be really picky about the service I expect to receive based on the standards I have with my patients and Focus Eye Care exceeds the expectations.
“Dry Eye Recovery Post Lasik”
After my lasik surgery, I suffered from severe dry eyes. Dr. Brimer has worked with me over the last 1 & 1/2 years to bring moisture back to my eyes and help me enjoy being able to see 20/20 on my own again. The time she takes with me to bring the best therapy plan of action builds trust and respect in her as a healthcare professional. She even follows up with me and tells me to call her personally if I ever have any problems. This is the reason I drive 2 & 1/2 hours for appointments with her. We have done lipoflow, IPL, worked on a twice daily routine for me at home and we are currently discussing allergy testing. She also has worked wonders with my mom. My family loves Dr. Brimer and the compassion she has for us and our healthcare. The staff is also really helpful and caring toward us too. As a healthcare professional myself, I can be really picky about the service I expect to receive based on the standards I have with my patients and Focus Eye Care exceeds the expectations.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Since being evaluated and treated by Dr. Brimer, my eye health and quality of visual comfort has improved Her accurate evaluation and treatment of my Sjogren's disorder has improved my quality of life significantly. Her explanation of the ongoing treatment plan was very comprehensive. Her caring manner make my visits comfortable. I appreciate her quality of care!! Virginia Smith
“What a wonderful improvement in my eye health!!”
Since being evaluated and treated by Dr. Brimer, my eye health and quality of visual comfort has improved Her accurate evaluation and treatment of my Sjogren's disorder has improved my quality of life significantly. Her explanation of the ongoing treatment plan was very comprehensive. Her caring manner make my visits comfortable. I appreciate her quality of care!!
Virginia Smith
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr. Brimer combines her passion and compassion. She was very understanding with my mother who had dementia. She took great care on her eyes and was concerned about her comfort in the office, She is understanding and cares about the whole person. She takes time to get to know you and your concerns. She is highly professional and also personable. I never feel rushed or like I am a number. She does not over schedule so very patient is given individual attention and care. Dr, Brimer should be everyone's eye doctor.
“A great doctor!”
Dr. Brimer combines her passion and compassion. She was very understanding with my mother who had dementia. She took great care on her eyes and was concerned about her comfort in the office,
She is understanding and cares about the whole person. She takes time to get to know you and your concerns. She is highly professional and also personable. I never feel rushed or like I am a number. She does not over schedule so very patient is given individual attention and care. Dr, Brimer should be everyone's eye doctor.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr Brimer is very thorough, and she does a great job of explaining what is causing your symptoms and how they can be treated.
“Thorough and innovative treatment of dry eye”
Dr Brimer is very thorough, and she does a great job of explaining what is causing your symptoms and how they can be treated.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Been going to Dr. Brimer for 3 years. She has helped my dry eyes considerably. s She keeps a knowledgeable eye on my glucoma.
“Very relaxed office, all 5 stars what more can I say.”
Been going to Dr. Brimer for 3 years. She has helped my dry eyes considerably. s
She keeps a knowledgeable eye on my glucoma.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
great
“professional service”
great
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
She is an amazing doctor who knows how to listen and is willing to do whatever it takes to get you to where you need to be with your eye care
“Wonderful!”
She is an amazing doctor who knows how to listen and is willing to do whatever it takes to get you to where you need to be with your eye care
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
My kids and I absolutely love Dr Brimer! She was fantastic with my boys.
“Absolutely Awesome!”
My kids and I absolutely love Dr Brimer! She was fantastic with my boys.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
out of 8 things to do, I have consistently done 6 things evetyday and one year later the results are really good
“dry eye long term care....IT WORKS”
out of 8 things to do, I have consistently done 6 things evetyday and one year later the results are really good
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Best doctor in town. Extremely informational, kind, listens well, and much more.
“Amazing”
Best doctor in town. Extremely informational, kind, listens well, and much more.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr. Brimer has been treating both me and my wife for dry eye syndrome for several years. Absolutely the latest in diagnostic and treatment methodologies. I trust her with my eyes!
“great eye doc”
Dr. Brimer has been treating both me and my wife for dry eye syndrome for several years. Absolutely the latest in diagnostic and treatment methodologies. I trust her with my eyes!
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
great
“Great”
great
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Doctor Brimer spent time with me and explained everything during the exam and also listened to what I had to say. I trust her and her expertise.
“Very thorough examination”
Doctor Brimer spent time with me and explained everything during the exam and also listened to what I had to say. I trust her and her expertise.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr. Brimmer fixed my long time dry eye problems. I've never had a more thorough exam!
“Awesome”
Dr. Brimmer fixed my long time dry eye problems. I've never had a more thorough exam!
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Very thorough and skilled exam and diagnosis; excellent care. Dr. Brimer spent extra time helping choose frames and explaining all aspects of exam. Superb!
“Outstanding”
Very thorough and skilled exam and diagnosis; excellent care. Dr. Brimer spent extra time helping choose frames and explaining all aspects of exam. Superb!
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr. Brimer is an uniquely and extremely competent doctor who easily and competently explains what is she is doing and why. And, puts completely at ease while being treated.
“Dr. Brimer is an outstanding and caring doctor.”
Dr. Brimer is an uniquely and extremely competent doctor who easily and competently explains what is she is doing and why. And, puts completely at ease while being treated.
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
this very ;young doctor is very ;understanding and spends the necessary time to work and help you. i have never had a doctor spend more time and effort to help --- a first class doctor (and lady)
“no one better -- that's a quote from a other respected ophathalmologist”
this very ;young doctor is very ;understanding and spends the necessary time to work and help you. i have never had a doctor spend more time and effort to help --- a first class doctor (and lady)
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
So much relief for my dry eye symptoms!!! Highly recommend her!!!!!!!
“Love Dr. Brimer”
So much relief for my dry eye symptoms!!! Highly recommend her!!!!!!!
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr. Brimers experience and focus with respectt to Dry Eye Care was pivotal in the diagnosing and then defining a protocol that has helped improve the quality of my life
“helped diagnose what others could not...”
Dr. Brimers experience and focus with respectt to Dry Eye Care was pivotal in the diagnosing and then defining a protocol that has helped improve the quality of my life
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
excellent care with professional service
“Dr C Brimer”
excellent care with professional service
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr Brimer really took a lot of time with me, very thorough examination, and explained problems and concerns with my eyes. I had cataract surgery, with use of laser on one eye, and now see as well as when I was young! I had some concerns after the second surgery, and she worked me in right away and addressed those concerns. I would highly recommend her to anyone with eye issues!
“Very thorough and professional and friendly!”
Dr Brimer really took a lot of time with me, very thorough examination, and explained problems and concerns with my eyes. I had cataract surgery, with use of laser on one eye, and now see as well as when I was young!
I had some concerns after the second surgery, and she worked me in right away and addressed those concerns.
I would highly recommend her to anyone with eye issues!
Focus Eye Care - 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Suite ii
Dr. Brimer is extremely attentive and thorough. She takes time to explain everything and works very hard to make sure every aspect of the issue is taken care of. She truly cares and is excellent at what she does.
“Very personal care”
Dr. Brimer is extremely attentive and thorough. She takes time to explain everything and works very hard to make sure every aspect of the issue is taken care of. She truly cares and is excellent at what she does.
Comment - “ Diagnosis and lengthy evaluation were a pleasant surprise. ”
Very knowledgeable and professional. Felt at ease almost instantly. Lots of time spent to evaluate and come up with plan. Supplementary visit just as comforting. Almost as if there are no more patients that day. Thanks, Doc