W. Riley Stroman, MD
Delivering expert retinal care to Charlotte, NC patients at Horizon Eye Care’s Pineville & Rock Hill locations.
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Meet the Doctor
Dr. Riley Stroman believes that world-class care begins with listening. As a fellowship-trained retinal and vitreous specialist, he combines advanced medical training with a deep sense of empathy, helping patients facing complex retinal conditions feel informed, confident, and genuinely cared for. He approaches every case with the same guiding philosophy: precision in care, compassion in delivery.
Patients often describe Dr. Stroman as both reassuring and detail-oriented. He takes pride in helping people not only see better but also feel confident and informed about their care, building partnerships with each patient founded on trust, understanding, and hope.
Expertise & Specialities
Dr. Riley Stroman is a fellowship-trained vitreoretinal specialist whose practice focuses on the medical management of retinal and macular disease. His training at Retinal and Vitreous of Texas and his recognition for research in late-onset retinopathy underscore his expertise and dedication to advancing retinal care.
Retinal conditions he treats include:
- Diabetic retinopathy — comprehensive diagnosis and management to prevent vision loss
- Diabetic macular edema — targeted treatments to reduce swelling and improve central vision
- Macular degeneration — advanced care for both wet and dry AMD using the latest therapies and imaging
- Retinal vein occlusions — expert management of blocked retinal blood vessels to restore circulation
- Submacular hemorrhage — specialized evaluation and treatment of bleeding beneath the macula
Dr. Stroman’s induction into the Gold Humanism Honor Society and his recognition for excellence in both patient care and research reflect a career defined by compassionate, precision-driven retinal care.
Education & Training
Dr. Stroman earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology, Magna Cum Laude, from the University of South Carolina before completing his Doctor of Medicine at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. He completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Florida in Gainesville, where he received the Preliminary Internal Medicine Intern of the Year Award.
He then completed a vitreoretinal fellowship at Retinal and Vitreous of Texas, receiving specialized training in the medical and surgical management of retinal and macular disease. He has been recognized by the American Society of Retina Specialists for his research presentation on Late-Onset Atypical Exudative Retinopathy of Prematurity (2022).
Memberships & Recognition
Dr. Stroman is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Retina Specialists, the American Medical Association, the American College of Physicians, and the Gold Humanism Honor Society, an unusually broad set of affiliations reflecting his commitment to both medical excellence and compassionate care.
He received the Preliminary Internal Medicine Intern of the Year Award during his residency at the University of Florida and was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society for his compassionate approach to medicine, recognitions that speak to the character he brings to every patient encounter at Horizon Eye Care.
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Vision Restored, Lives Transformed
“Extremely professional and knowledgeable. She took the time to explain things to me and answer all of my questions. She truly cares about her patients.”
“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…”
“Good doctor! Waited a long time and felt rushed when I finally got to see him but I do believe he is a good doctor.”
“Great experience at Horizon Eyecare Center. Especially please with Dr. Minnal.”
“Very positive experience.”
“Very thorough and I look forward to my cataract surgery coming up around the new year.”
“Horizon and Dr Hoffman are 5-Stars! No-wait appt, no long waits between the separate parts of the exam and Dr Hoffman and his staff are caring and thorough!”
“The assistant who took notes before I saw doctor seemed distracted. She asked same questions over, even 3 times when I had already given a detail that she could have clued in…”
“Super experience!!!!”
“Visited for Glaucoma referral from VA. Dr wa very thorough and professional.”
“Everyone was very courteous and knowledgeable. Even though the office was very busy, I wasn’t kept waiting a long time and was taken care of as soon as possible.”
“Always a pleasure to see Dr. Minnal. She's outstanding... knowledgeable and caring.”
“Excellent doctor I experienced a chemical burn in my eye. The sense of urgency he showed for my vision was admirable. I was seen on a Sunday within two hours of paging…”
“I’ve been seeing Dr Minal for over 12 years she’s the best highly recommend her!!!”
“Smooth transition from place to place”
“Very competent young professional. Excellent chairside manner. Would recommend thus optometrist to anyone. ”
“Dr James excellent nice and knowledgeable, his staff great too I made urgent appointment was very helpful thanks ”
“Tiffany, Mark, and Dr. Hoffman were very professional and helpful.”
Serving Two Convenient Charlotte Locations
Dr. Stroman delivers the same high level of personalized care at two Charlotte-area office locations.
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