Cole Boykin, O.D.

Education
Undergrad at Campbell University, and Optometry School at Pennsylvania College of Optometry
Specialty/Expertise
General optometry and disease management
When did you know that you wanted to be an optometrist?
In college, I shadowed multiple specialties and optometry just seemed like the perfect fit. There was more meaningful patient interaction than any other medical field I saw. Plus, working in people's mouths did not peak my interests
Favorite part of being an optometrist
The patients. I just really enjoy talking to people and trying to help out their lives any way that I can. Listening is a big part of my job and I enjoy hearing everyone's story
Favorite vacation
I just came back from Jamaica, which was amazing. Generally, I love Asheville in the winter, and any and every beach in the summer
Favorite concert you’ve been to
I went to Bonnaroo 10 years ago and it was awesome, but I'd have to give it to Matchbox 20. I saw them last year and they rocked my socks off
Do you have any pets?
I have a shar pei/lab mix named Dap, he's a dufus but we love him
Fun fact
I can and will rap the entirety of Ice Ice Baby on command