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Dr. Royce Syracuse, MD

Dr. Royce Syracuse, MD

Ophthalmology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Royce Syracuse, MD is an ophthalmologist in Charlotte, NC and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in 1995. He is affiliated with Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Locations

Horizon Eye Care

Horizon Eye Care135 S Sharon Amity Rd Ste 100 Charlotte, NC 28211
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Horizon Eye Care - Lake Norman

Horizon Eye Care - Lake Norman15419 Hodges Cir Ste 100 Huntersville, NC 28078
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At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Syracuse specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Syracuse's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Syracuse

4.8
26 ratings, 16 with a written review
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3 star
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He’s the best
He always takes time to explain everything and always asks if I have any questions. Have been in his care for over 10 years and have been very pleased with the care I have received
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Michael Mahoney – Mar 18, 2025
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manner
Previously encountered pleasant and helpful staff, and patience and clear explanation of diagnosis and procedures.As usual , the front desk and introductory staff were friendly.Unfortunately, clarifying questions received the unpleasant 'reminders' of prior statements. A later staff response to a prescription safety question was defensive and accusatory tone instead of direct response. I am confused by the sudden change from empathetic professionalism.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
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no – Jan 29, 2025
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Excellent provider
This is my second visit with Dr. Syracuse and both times he's exceptionally kind, very informative and I walk away understanding exactly what's going on with my eye health. Highly recommend.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 31, 2024
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Drs efficiency, knowledge, patience, punctuality, communication and overall demeanor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jack Kinnealy – Nov 13, 2024
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Cataract pre-exam Dr Syracuse
When I walked in I was greeted and they were on time very knowledgeable staff and Dr Syracuse explained everything in detail told me what to expect and everything I wanted to know. I set a date for my surgery.Dr Syracuse and his staff made me feel very comfortable and positive about my upcoming surgery. You should see them if you have cataracts.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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J. Knox – Sep 26, 2024
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Cataract Consultation
I received an exam and consultation for needed cataract removal surgery. All of the Technicians, the reception Team and Dr. Syracuse were very friendly, very supportive, and very knowledgeable. I am very comfortable with the team at Horizon for my eye care. They have alleviated a good portion of my apprehension as eyeball surgery approaches.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Brian Burnish – Aug 08, 2024
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Friendliness of staff.Expertise of doctor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 07, 2024
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Wonderful! Highly recommend.
Great bedside manner. Takes his time to explain things. Wonderful staff. Very friendly.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 07, 2024
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Great experience!
My first visit to this office but my family members are all patients here. My experience was great from the scheduling through the entire visit.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Julie B – Jun 18, 2024
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Great visit
Everything went great
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 18, 2024
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Dr Syracuse is an excellent eye doctor!
Dr Syracuse is an excellent eye doctor. He’s very thorough on eye examination and answers any questions you may have.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 17, 2024
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The Best!
I began wearing bifocals in the 4th grade and am now 77. Of all the practitioners I have seen over the decades, Dr. Syracuse is the best — kind, gentle, thorough, explaining what my current situation is, as well as what to expect in the future. He monitors prospective issues like glaucoma and macular degeneration, and lets the patient decide when it’s time to address cataract surgery. At the conclusion of his exam, he asks if I have concerns or questions. Both my husband and I see him. My husband has needed eye surgery several times, and each procedure has been executed beautifully and received excellent follow up care. When my elderly aunt mentioned some recent double vision, he sent her to a brain specialist who discovered an aneurysm and saved her life. We believe Dr. Syracuse is The Best.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Elizabeth Donahue – Jun 13, 2024
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Montalbano
wonderful chat about Sicily. I wanted to pass along this restaurant name:Acqua Ragazza - Downtown Mooresville, Mooresville, NC
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ray C – Jan 06, 2024
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good first visit
Dr Syracuse was thorough and took his time to explain everything to me. It was my first visit and I will be taking my children back for their eye exams.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 14, 2023
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Polite
Dr. Syracuse does not leave you feeling confident with his medical knowledge and ophthalmic treatment. His staff lacks respect helpfullness and courtesy.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 03, 2023
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Very professional and caring !
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Clement Schrader – Apr 28, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

At Horizon Eye Care, eyesight isn't just part of our focus. It's literally all we do. 

Services at Horizon range from routine family and pediatric eye care to specialty services and surgeries for cornea, glaucoma, oculoplastics...
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biography

Dr. Syracuse has conducted numerous ophthalmology lectures and presentations in New York and in North Carolina. He was one of the first ophthalmologists in Charlotte to perform laser cataract surgery with the femtosecond laser.

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  • Ophthalmology

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  • Hofstra University

    Undergraduate School
  • Suny / Buffalo General Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1999
  • University Md

    Internship Hospital, 1996
  • University At Buffalo Jacobs School Of Medicine And Biomedical Sciences

    Medical School, 1995
  • Roswell Park Cancer Inst-suny Buffalo

  • Wake Forest School Of Business

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center

    10030 Gilead Rd
    Huntersville, NC 28078
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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