WILMINGTON EYE SURGERY CENTER LLC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in WILMINGTON, NC, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 1135 reviews.

WILMINGTON EYE SURGERY CENTER LLC

wilmington, NCMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

1919 SOUTH 16TH STREET

WILMINGTON, NC

Service Area

This provider serves patients in WILMINGTON and surrounding areas in NC.

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Note on Service Area

This ambulatory surgery center serves patients in the surrounding area. Contact this surgery center directly to confirm service availability in your specific location.

Procedures Performed

Common outpatient procedures performed at this ambulatory surgery center, based on reported specialties.

Cataract SurgeryThe clouded natural lens of the eye is removed and replaced with a clear artificial one. It is one of the most common outpatient procedures performed in the country, usually takes under 30 minutes per eye, and is done under light sedation with numbing drops rather than general anesthesia.LASIK / Refractive SurgeryA laser reshapes the cornea to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism, reducing dependence on glasses or contacts. The procedure itself takes minutes per eye. Vision is often noticeably better within a day, though it can take several weeks to fully stabilize.Glaucoma SurgeryCreates a new drainage path for fluid inside the eye to lower internal pressure. Glaucoma damages the optic nerve silently, so the goal is preventing further vision loss rather than restoring vision already lost. Several minimally invasive options are now performed in outpatient settings.Retinal SurgeryRepairs the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye, most often for a detached or torn retina, or for bleeding related to diabetes. Timing matters — a detaching retina is treated urgently because delay increases the risk of permanent vision loss.Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)Removes excess skin and fat from the upper or lower eyelids. When drooping upper lids block part of the visual field, the procedure is functional rather than cosmetic and is often covered by insurance if visual field testing documents the obstruction.Corneal TransplantReplaces damaged or clouded corneal tissue with donor tissue. Modern techniques often replace only the affected layer rather than the full thickness, which shortens recovery. Vision improves gradually over months, and stitches may stay in place for a year or longer.

Procedure list is based on CMS-reported specialty designations. Contact the facility to confirm specific procedures offered.

Patient Experience Scores

Overall: 96/100 (+3 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 52 surveys · 25% response rate

OAS CAHPS scores are linear means (0–100) from Medicare patient surveys. Higher is better. National averages shown for comparison.

Overall RatingPatients who gave the facility a high overall rating
96+3 vs national avg (93)
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Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
96+4 vs national avg (92)
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StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
98+2 vs national avg (96)
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CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
94+0 vs national avg (94)
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Source: OAS CAHPS (Outpatient and Ambulatory Surgery CAHPS) Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Scores are linear means on a 0–100 scale.

Safety Metrics

Hospital Transfer Rate

% of patients transferred to a hospital during or after their procedure (ASC-4). Lower is better.

0.06%

natl avg ~1.0%

Source: CMS ASC Quality Reporting Program. Data reflects Medicare patient outcomes reported by the facility.

Google Reviews

4.9
1135 reviews
Dilip Chemburkar

Dilip Chemburkar

I recently underwent world-class cataract surgery on both eyes at Wilmington Eye Surgery Center using the FEMTOsecond LASER, and the experience was exceptional. The entire process is remarkably well-choreographed. From patient prep to the surgery itself and into post-op recovery, it is clear that a tremendous amount of thought has gone into creating a patient-centric, repeatable process. You never feel like just another number; you feel like the priority. A special shoutout to my surgeon, Dr. Robert Van Der Waart. He is incredibly skilled—with hands so steady, I’m convinced he must be a Jenga champion in his spare time. If you are looking for precision and a seamless surgical experience, this is the place to go.

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Billie Denbo

Billie Denbo

I am very disappointed with my eyelid reduction surgery. They did not remove enough eyelid skin to notice a difference. I still have overhang on my eyelids. My own eyebrows are very uneven now & almost impossible to correct with eyebrow makeup. I feel like I wasted my time & money with this surgery and wasn’t given what was promised by doctor. Very disappointed. Ms. Denbo

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Rebecca Moxey

Rebecca Moxey

My recent cataract surgery was a great success and easy process to manage because I chose to stay slightly nearsighted since my left eye 👁️ didn’t need it. Dr Pomolsky got me spot on, so I can now wear all my same glasses 🤓 prescriptions and no need to buy a bunch of new glasses. This was HUGE for me!! And I can see brilliantly up close with no glasses! A++++

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Cynthia Kirsch

Cynthia Kirsch

This Surgical Eye Center is excellent! The care provided is professional, caring, kind, empathetic, patient, and outstanding! From the moment you enter the building you are greeted with kindness & efficiency. Dr. Watson is superb in her skill & technique! As a retired Critical Care RN from NYC, I recognize that the care is a team approach, & well demonstrated. I had 2 procedures there, and Adam RN, Cindi RN, Elizabeth technician were exceptional. I would highly recommend this center, & Dr. Watson.👍💕

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Marilyn Lobough

Marilyn Lobough

As I am wont to do, I got my times mixed up and arrived an hour early. They were able to take me back 40 minutes before my scheduled time. Everyone at this facility is very nice. Sometimes if you do a job over and over, you forget what the individual patient is going through. However, that is not the case at Wilmington Eye Surgery Center. They really do care how you are feeling from start to finish.

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Years in Operation

5 years

Est. 2021

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

AAAHC

Operating Rooms

6

Specialties

Ophthalmology
Medicare Certified

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