Gerald B. Rosen, MD
Providing expert care in corneal disease, cataract surgery, and advanced refractive procedures to Charlotte, NC patients at Horizon Eye Care’s Cotswold, Mallard Creek & Pineville locations.
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Dr. Rosen’s Specialities
Meet the Doctor
Practicing ophthalmology since 2006, Dr. Gerald Rosen brings patients a wealth of experience in corneal and cataract surgery. Board-certified in both internal medicine and ophthalmology, he offers a diverse perspective that combines a deep understanding of overall health with highly specialized eye care, delivering advanced surgical solutions with compassion and clarity.
Dr. Rosen is a leader in corneal transplantation and a pioneer in advancing surgical techniques in Charlotte. He has served on the teaching staff at the world-renowned Wills Eye Hospital, participated in national clinical trials, and was the first surgeon in the Charlotte region to perform DMEK partial-thickness corneal transplant surgery.
Expertise & Specialities
Dr. Gerald Rosen is a fellowship-trained corneal and cataract specialist, board-certified in both ophthalmology and internal medicine, with nearly two decades of experience in complex corneal and refractive procedures.
Areas of expertise include:
- Cataract surgery, including toric implants for astigmatism and multifocal implants for presbyopia
- Corneal surgery — full and partial-thickness transplantation (PK, DSEK, DMEK) and pterygium surgery
- Medical and surgical management of corneal disease, including keratoconus and corneal dystrophies
- Refractive surgery — clear lens and refractive lens exchange for suitable patients
- Comprehensive and preventive general ophthalmology for patients of all ages
As the first surgeon in Charlotte to perform DMEK corneal transplant surgery, Dr. Rosen brings a rare depth of expertise to patients with complex corneal and cataract conditions.
Education & Training
Dr. Rosen earned his Bachelor’s degree from Emory University before completing his Doctor of Medicine at the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center. He completed his ophthalmology residency at McGill University in Montreal, followed by a fellowship in Corneal and External Disease at the University of Rochester, specializing in corneal transplantation and complex corneal disease management.
He then joined the teaching staff at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, where he trained ophthalmology residents for six years and participated in national clinical trials advancing corneal transplant surgery. further deepening his expertise and contributing to the education of the next generation of eye surgeons.
Memberships & Recognition
Dr. Rosen is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Academy of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and the Paton Corneal Society. He serves as Medical Director of LifeShare of the Carolinas Eye Bank, serving Mecklenburg and surrounding counties, and was the first surgeon in Charlotte to perform DMEK partial-thickness corneal transplant surgery.
Dr. Rosen is married with two children and enjoys hiking, swimming, cycling, and time with family. He is comfortable speaking Spanish, and, as a fun fact, made a brief appearance on Showtime’s Homeland series, which was filmed in Charlotte.
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Vision Restored, Lives Transformed
“I transferred from CEENTA to Dr Ryder at Horizon Eye Care-Cotswold. Today was my first appointment. I can say I was pleasantly surprised. I had absolutely no wait time. The office has…”
“Dr. Cameron was friendly yet quite professional. His exam seemed thorough and his recommendations sound. He answered questions I had and took his time - he was not rushed to get to…”
“All staff from checking in at the front desk, throughout my appointment were very helpful. Dr.Minkowski did a great job of explaining options/the process of cataract surgery with me, especially given my…”
“I have been coming to Dr. Minkowski for over 2 years and he is an awesome doctor. He makes you feel welcomed and worry free. He explains everything in detail and will…”
“I saw Dr Hoffman at Horizon Eye Clinic yesterday and it was my first visit with him. He was extremely professional and very thorough in my eye exam. He has a warm…”
“Great service, just short staffed.”
“The staff and doctors are extremely professionals. People may complain about the wait time, but the doctors and staff are extremely apologetic which is fine with me. Emergencies happening. Awesome job and…”
“Dr Rosen has been treating me for 9 years! He’s always patient and answers all my questions!”
“I was very impressed w/ Dr. Hoffman. My exam went well, he answered questions.”
“Dr. Santana was thorough and laid out the plan to repair my Macular Tear . She was very pleasant as well as all the staff at the Mallard Creek office.”
“He was caring answering questions that I had. listened as I explained my symptoms, ran tests and explained the diagnosis. Set follow up visit, with the ability to return sooner if symptoms…”
“Dr. Hoffman and his assistants were thorough and pleasant -a comfort to know they are in my family of doctors, etc. thanks.”
“Staff was professional and Dr. Hoffman listened to me and my concerns. I would give him 5 stars. The wait time at the Cotswald location was horrible as always.”
“Horizon is an exceptional care facility. The people all knew what to do to help me. I will certainly go there again.”
“Excellent”
“My eye surgery was very successful. Dr. Tomasko and his staff really took good care of me. I was really nervous about the procedure and they made me feel really comfortable.”
“Dr tomasko and staff were efficient, professional and friendly”
“Visiting Dr Biber was a very pleasant experience. He explained the problems of my eyes and how he is going to take care of them. Looking forward to next visit.”
“Doctor Hoffman was thorough and explained things to me in professional and easily understandable way. The entire staff at this location was polite, positive, and very helpful. This was my first visit…”
“Great with my daughter and very friendly”
Caring for Patients Across Charlotte
Dr. Rosen welcomes patients at three of our conveniently located offices throughout the Charlotte area.
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