Dr. Michael Decourcey
Location
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Michael DeCourcey is an Ophthalmologist specializing in cataract, refractive, and anterior segment surgery. He is a native of Canandaigua, NY and graduated magna cum laude with distinction from Syracuse University. He completed his medical training at SUNY Upstate Medical University and his Ophthalmology residency at the University at Buffalo, where he was selected as Chief Resident. He then completed a refractive surgery fellowship at Cleveland Eye Clinic.
Dr. DeCourcey's extensive training makes him an expert in the medical and surgical treatment of poor vision due to cataracts, glaucoma, and refractive error. He is experienced in the full spectrum of laser eye surgery including LALEX, LASIK, and PRK. He also offers other lens-based methods of vision correction including Implantable Collamer Lens (EVO ICL), Custom Lens Replacement, and advanced cataract surgery. He is well-versed in the medical and surgical management of glaucoma.
Dr. DeCourcey has received many awards and honors and has presented his research at national conferences. He strives to connect with each patient, listen to them, and understand their vision goals. He personally understands the struggles of poor vision, having previously been dependent on glasses and contacts. Now, as a proud EVO ICL and refractive surgery patient, he is prepared to help you achieve the same visual freedom.
Training
Refractive Surgery
Cleveland Eye Clinic
Fellowship
Ophthalmology
University at Buffalo
Residency
Medical Doctor
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Medical School
Biology
Syracuse University
Undergraduate
Awards & Honors
YoungMD Connect Live Scholarship
YoungMD Connect
The Outliers Ophthalmology Scholarship
The Outliers
Chief Resident
University at Buffalo
Gold Humanism Society Nominee
Kaleida Health and/or ECMCC Resident Incentive Award
Kaleida Health/ECMCC
Leonard D. Carpenter, MD ’33 and Ruth E. Carpenter Memorial Scholarship Research
Achievement Award at Syracuse University
Syracuse University
Cum Laude with Distinction in Biology
Syracuse University
Dean’s List, College of Arts and Sciences
Syracuse University
Best Paper of Session (ASCRS 2023): Cap-to-Flap enhancement results
2023ASCRS
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- OH, SC
- License Numbers
- 35.144347, 89877


