Dr. Patrick Vollmer is an award-winning author, international speaker, and clinical researcher for novel breakthroughs in ophthalmic drugs. Upon graduation from Appalachian State, Dr. Vollmer obtained his doctorate at Indiana University. He completed an internship at Charlotte Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat, where he studied under Dr. Ron Melton, a spot awarded to only 2 students in the US every year. After completing his internship, he finished his official training as a resident doctor at the William Jennings Bryan Dorn VA Medical Center in Columbia, SC. He holds a postdoctoral executive degree from Stanford University Graduate School of Business. 

Dr. Vollmer started founded Vita Eye Clinic in the Fall of 2016 and his research company, Core Inc, just two years later. 

Dr. Vollmer has been a lead investigator on over 30 clinical trials in ophthalmology research since 2018. to date. He is a key opinion leader (KOL) to pharmaceutical companies including Bausch and Lomb, Oyster Point, RVL Pharmaceuticals, Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, and Mediprint Lens, amongst and others. Dr. Vollmer holds a board seat with sits on multiple medical advisory boards  and frequently consults for is frequently targeted to consult biomedical angel investors and venture capitalists looking into biomedical sectors. Dr. Vollmer currently splits his time 50/50 between his primary care patients and research patients. To take the very best care of your eyes, the clinic is equipped with the most cutting-edge medical technologies available. 

It’s clear Dr. Vollmer’s medical interests include  has is passionate about medicine. He is very passionate about emergency ocular medicine, ophthalmic pathology, diabetic and hypertensive eye disease, glaucoma, co-management of systemic diseases, and updates in pharmacology and pharmacokinetics. If you have any questions, feel free to ask him.

Originally from Blowing Rock, NC, Dr. Vollmer now lives locally in Shelby and when you stop by the C.O.R.E clinic you may see his two dog kids (Bentley + Ellie). They entertain all patients who enter the clinic doors. Dr. Vollmer is also active in the Charlotte running scene and you will likely see him out competing in half marathons. Say hello next time you see him! He also enjoys traveling and can easily be found hiking through Switzerland at least once a year, or sipping on a glass of wine in Sonoma, California.