Francisco Sylvester | Raleigh, NC | Gastroenterologist

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Francisco Sylvester specializes in gastroenterology, bringing four decades of medical experience to his practice. He completed his medical education at Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado before pursuing his residency at SUNY. With 41 years in the field, Francisco is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Francisco practices at North Carolina Memorial Hospital and maintains offices in Raleigh and Chapel Hill, NC. He treats patients with complex digestive conditions including short bowel syndrome and gastroschisis. His expertise extends to managing ventral hernias and performing diagnostic procedures such as comprehensive metabolic panels and complete blood counts. Patients consistently rate Francisco highly, giving him an average score of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.9

12 Ratings
41 years of experience
12 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
Suny
8 written reviews
2 specialties
3 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Francisco Sylvester's Ratings and Reviews

4.9

12 Ratings with 8 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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He goes above and beyond in every aspect! He does not just look after medical needs. He looks after the whole family and their needs beyond the operating or procedure room. He definitely exemplifies the “Hypocratic Oath” He has been a God send to our family

January 23rd, 2019

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He is very coompassionate and understanding the needs of the patient. More doctors should be like him. I can't say enough good things about him.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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September 2nd, 2011

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Extremely caring and is in the top of his field. I trust him completely with my 9-year-old child and her diagnosis of Crohn's disease

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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April 8th, 2010

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Wonderful, compassionate. Absolutely would recommend him. If only he could be cloned! He helped both my special needs son as well as an infant I fostered (child had reflux, food allergies, was on Neocate and Neocate Jr, now doing fine with g.i. issues). He picked up on neuro stuff at first glance at infant. Wonderful person!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 13th, 2010

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Reassuring, thorough and very knowledgeable.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 12th, 2009

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In these hurried times it is rare to find a doctor that spends time and listens to you. Dr. Sylvester is never in a rush, sits down and gives me and my child all his attention. He has made my child feel much better and we are very thankful to him.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 29th, 2009

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He's been my doctor for a long time and he has always been fantastic. While the ladies working in the GI department at CCMC have caused me much grief and pain he has always been kind, caring, and did all he could to try and give me my life back.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 10th, 2008

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Dr. Sylvester is compassionate and caring. I have recommended him highly to family and friends.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 25th, 2008

Francisco Sylvester

2801 Blue Ridge Road First and Second FloorRaleigh, NC 27607

Tel: (984) 974-7337

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Francisco Sylvester

6013 Farrington Rd Ste 201Chapel Hill, NC 27517

Tel: (984) 974-7337

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Francisco Sylvester	Dr. Henry Vanpala, MD	Ashley Anderson, APRN	Jan Seiler, APRN
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.9 (12 Ratings)	4.6 (36 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
41 Years of Experience	46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Raleigh , NC	Raleigh , NC	SACRAMENTO , CA	Montgomery , AL
Med School: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado	Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine	Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine	Med School: Georgia State University
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Francisco Sylvester holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Suny.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado in 1985.

NPI Number

Francisco Sylvester's NPI number is 1265422737.

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