Lowcountry Eye Care - South Mount Pleasant

F. Wes Shealy, O.D., FAAO, is an award-winning optometrist who is passionate about improving his patients’ lives through comprehensive eye care. He’s a trusted practitioner that helps patients achieve vision clarity with services like thorough eye exams and eye disease management.

Dr. Shealy was born and raised in a military family and spent most of his childhood traveling to bases and cities throughout Texas. Now happily settled in the Lowcountry with his wife and two sons, he spends his spare time with family and enjoys reading, going to the beach, staying active, and watching sports—especially college basketball!

Awards & Accolades
While in the Air Force, Dr. Shealy was decorated with several awards, including Air Mobility Command Company Grade Optometrist of the Year in 2006, 6th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Company Grade Officer of the Year in 2006, and Distinguished Graduate at Commissioned Officer Training School. Dr. Shealy became an American Academy of Optometry fellow in 2007 and is also a member of the South Carolina Optometric Physician Association, the American Optometric Society, the Coastal Carolina Optometric Society, and the American Academy of Optometry.

Educational Background & Experience
Dr. Shealy was driven to pursue eye care after working as an optometric technician while he earned his Bachelor of Science in biology from the College of Charleston. After graduating cum laude, he attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry. There, he was involved as the dean’s student representative to the Academic Affairs Committee, and president of the Fellowship of Christian Optometrists.

Along with earning his Doctor of Optometry, Dr. Shealy graduated with several notable achievements, including the college of Optometrists in Vision Development Award for excellence in Vision Therapy, the Gas Permeable Lens Institute Award for Clinical Excellence in the Field of GP Contact Lenses, the School of Optometry Dean’s Award, the UAB Dean’s Award for Excellence, and the Beta Sigma Kappa Silver Star for highest GPA
After completing optometry school, he served his country and fellow Air Force members as a staff optometrist at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, FL, where he achieved recognition and developed his eye care expertise. Today, he strives to make his patients feel at-ease and confident in the services he provides, including contact lens exams with personalized fittings, and myopia management with MiSight® One Day contacts..

Daniel “Danny” Coyle, O.D., is a Board-Certified optometrist in Summerville. Known for his friendly demeanor and longtime service in the area, Dr. Coyle provides a full spectrum of eye care services for patients of all ages, including ocular disease management and general eye care.

Dr. Coyle’s interest in the field started with his father, who was also an optometrist. He’s spent three decades in Summerville seeing the area change, grow, and develop, all while serving the area’s eye care needs. A Lowcountry native who grew up in Hanahan, SC, Dr. Coyle enjoys biking, golf, and cheering for the South Carolina Gamecocks!

Educational Background & Experience
After completing his undergraduate degree in Optometry at The College of Charleston, Dr. Coyle went on to earn his Doctor of Optometry at The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s School of Optometry.
Dr. Coyle opened his first practice in 1987 and has been providing exceptional eye care to his community ever since. As part of his mission to provide exceptional eye care, Dr. Coyle always takes the time to learn about his patients’ lifestyles so he can create a customized solution to their unique needs.

Julie Wasack, O.D., is a board-certified optometrist seeing patients in Goose Creek and West Ashley. Known for her thoughtful approach and attention to detail, Dr. Wasack provides comprehensive eye care for patients of all ages, with a special focus on contact lenses and ocular disease management. 

Originally from Middletown, NJ, Dr. Wasack earned her undergraduate degree from Auburn University before completing her Doctor of Optometry at Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. Her clinical training includes time at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and a private practice in Nashville, giving her a strong foundation in both routine and advanced eye care. Outside the office, she enjoys running half marathons, reading on the beach, playing tennis, and cheering on the Auburn Tigers and New York Giants. 

Dr. Baley Petersen is an optometrist and Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, dedicated to providing exceptional care for patients of all ages. Known for her compassionate approach and precise attention to detail, she has proudly served the Charleston community since 2013.

From the beginning of her career, Dr. Petersen has been passionate about helping people see clearly and comfortably. Her commitment comes from a genuine love of connecting with patients, solving complex vision challenges, and ensuring that every individual feels supported in their eye health journey.