Dr. Iyza Baig
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Iyza F. Baig is a comprehensive ophthalmologist at the Cullen Eye Institute at Baylor College of Medicine and serves as Deputy Chief of Ophthalmology at Ben Taub Hospital. She enjoys caring for adults with a wide range of vision needs, from routine eye health to complex cataract and glaucoma care. Patients appreciate her clear explanations, calm bedside manner, and focus on helping them choose treatments that match their goals and lifestyle. Raised in Houston’s medical community, Dr. Baig trained locally and is passionate about service, resident education, and improving access to high-quality eye care for underserved patients. She is fluent in medical Spanish and values partnering with families and caregivers to make eye care approachable. When surgery is needed, she offers modern cataract techniques and minimally invasive options to reduce glaucoma burden, always prioritizing safety, comfort, and a smooth recovery.
Training

Ophthalmology
Baylor College of Medicine
ResidencyMD
McGovern Medical School at UTHealth
Medical School
BA in Biological Sciences and Hispanic Studies
Rice University
Undergraduate
Publications & Press
Amniotic membrane transplantation: an updated clinical review for the ophthalmologist.
Annals of Eye Science•2023Hypnic Amaurosis Fugax.
Journal of Neuro-Ophthalmology•2022Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody-associated optic neuritis with Sjögren’s syndrome.
Journal of Neuro-Ophthalmology•2021Giant cell arteritis: Early diagnosis is key.
Eye and Brain•2019
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- TX
- License Numbers
- U5637
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