Summary

Dr. James Slyman specializes in ophthalmology and emergency medicine, bringing nearly five decades of medical expertise to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine and completed his residency at Eye Foundation Hospital. With 49 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Slyman has developed extensive knowledge in treating complex eye conditions. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Slyman practices at Wake Forest Baptist Health Lexington Medical Center and maintains offices in both Lexington and Winston Salem, North Carolina. He focuses on treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His practice includes comprehensive eye exams, tonometry testing to measure eye pressure, and vision assessments. Patients rate Dr. Slyman 4.5 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 49 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Eye Foundation Hospital
  • 9 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. James Francis Slyman has 5 locations

Davidson Eye Associates Pa

2 Hospital DrLexington, NC 27292
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 11:30 am
SatClosed
SunClosed

Davidson Eye Associates

11362 Old US Highway 52Winston Salem, NC 27107
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 11:30 am
SatClosed
SunClosed

Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center

3333 Silas Creek PkwyWinston Salem, NC 27103

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Dr. James Francis Slyman, MDDr. David Edwin Manthey, MDDr. Stacie Jean Zelman, MDMarietta Angeles Arocena
OphthalmologyEmergency MedicineEmergency MedicineNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
49 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish
Lexington , NCWinston Salem , NCWinston Salem , NCWinston Salem , NC
Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Francis Slyman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Francis Slyman has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Francis Slyman has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

Dr. James Francis Slyman 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 Eye Foundation Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Wake Forest School Of Medicine in 1977.

NPI Number

Dr. Slyman's NPI number is 1356324982.

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Dr. James Slyman is affiliated with Wake Forest Baptist Health Lexington Medical Center.

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