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About Me
Dr. Kamel M. Itani is a professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, where he specializes in oculoplastic and orbital surgery and ophthalmic oncology. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and has been on the faculty since 1993.
Dr. Itani treats a wide range of conditions affecting the eyelids, orbit, and face, including orbital tumors, facial trauma, skin cancer, and eyelid disorders. He offers both surgical and non-surgical treatment options, including reconstructive surgery and cosmetic facial procedures. His practice includes care for both adults and children, with a focus on restoring function and appearance.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Itani is a national and international lecturer on ophthalmic surgery and oncology and has authored numerous publications in the field. He has been recognized as a Super Doctor by Texas Monthly and is an active member of several professional organizations.
Training
Ophthalmology
1993UT Southwestern Medical Center
Residency
Eye Plastic, Orbital, & Reconstructive Surgery
1989University of Michigan
Fellowship
Standardized Ophthalmic Echography
1987University of Iowa
FellowshipOphthalmology
1986American University Medical Center
ResidencyInternal Medicine
1983American University Medical Center
Residency
Awards & Honors
D Magazine Best Doctor
2020D Magazine
Super Doctors
2014Texas Monthly
Publications & Press
Periocular Reconstruction Utilizing the Integra Dermal Regeneration Template
Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery•2026Facial Asymmetry in Children With Unilateral Congenital Ptosis
Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery•2022Review of Eyelid Reconstruction Techniques after Mohs Surgery
Seminars in Plastic Surgery•2018Dissecting lipid metabolism in meibomian glands of humans and mice: An integrative study reveals a network of metabolic reactions not duplicated in other tissues
Biochimica et Biophysica Acta - Molecular and Cell Biology of Lipids•2016Floppy eyelid syndrome and obstructive sleep apnea
2015A novel de novo KIF21A mutation in a patient with congenital fibrosis of the extraocular muscles and möbius syndrome
Molecular Vision•2014Time-dependent degenerative transformations in the lipidome of chalazia
Experimental Eye Research•2014Mohs micrographic surgery of the eyelid: An overview of anatomy, pathophysiology, and reconstruction options
Dermatologic Surgery•2013A systematic review of comparison of upper eyelid involutional ptosis repair techniques: Efficacy and complication rates
Plastic and reconstructive surgery•2012Blepharoptosis and external ophthalmoplegia associated with long-term antiretroviral therapy
Clinical Infectious Diseases•2008Natural killer/T-cell lymphoma masquerading as orbital cellulitis
Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery•2008Brown recluse spider bites to the head: Three cases and a review
Ear, Nose and Throat Journal•2004Delayed luxation of a lens nucleus after vitrectomy
Archives of Ophthalmology•2002The value of orbital echography in orbital practice
Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery•1998Eye movement restrictions after Molteno implant surgery.
Ophthalmic Surgery•1993Hansen’s Disease
Archives of Ophthalmology•1992Maternal orbital hematoma associated with labor
American journal of ophthalmology•1988Conservative surgery in orbital teratoma
Orbit•1986
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- TX
- License Numbers
- H9351
