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Dr. Nicolas Hamouche

4.8
311 ratings•311 reviews
OphthalmologyGlaucoma Specialist
Ames, IA
(515) 239-4460
Accepts Medicare

Location

1128 Duff Avenue
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-4460Get Directions
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Areas of Expertise

Glaucoma
Cataract Surgery
Macular Degeneration
Diabetic Eye Exams
Routine Eye Exams
Toric Lens Implants
Glaucoma Treatment
Comprehensive Eye Care

Meet Dr. Nicolas Hamouche

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About Me

Dr. Nicolas Hamouche is an ophthalmologist at McFarland Eye Center, providing comprehensive eye care to patients. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma, and performs cataract surgery, including toric lens implants. He also manages a range of eye conditions such as macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease, and conducts routine eye exams. Dr. Hamouche is dedicated to delivering personalized care aimed at preserving and improving vision.

With advanced training in glaucoma from the University of Kentucky and the Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA, Dr. Hamouche brings expertise in both medical and surgical management of glaucoma. He is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is actively involved in clinical research related to glaucoma. Dr. Hamouche sees patients at his primary clinic in Ames, Iowa, and offers care in Arabic and French.

Dr. He emphasizes thorough communication with his patients, ensuring they understand their condition and treatment options.

Training

  • Jules Stein Eye Institute/UCLA

    Glaucoma

    1996

    UCLA

    Fellowship
  • George Washington University

    Ophthalmology

    1995

    George Washington University

    Residency
  • University of Kentucky

    Glaucoma

    1991

    University of Kentucky

    Fellowship

  • Pediatrics Internship

    1987

    American University of Beirut

    Residency

  • MD

    1986

    American University of Beirut

    Medical School

  • BA

    1982

    American University of Beirut

    Undergraduate

Publications & Press

  • Glaucoma drainage device with extensible tube and locking tip

    Patent Pending•2024

  • A Prospective Observational Study Comparing the Effectiveness of Treatment Strategies for Open-Angle Glaucoma (RIGOR- Registry In Glaucoma Outcomes Research)

    RIGOR Registry•2012

  • Exploring Raman spectroscopy for the evaluation of glaucomatous retinal changes

    Journal of Biomedical Optics•2011

  • A Passive Intraocular Pressure Sensor and a Wireless Sensing Technique Using an Intermediate LC Resonator

    2010

  • A Study of the Safety and IOP-Lowering Efficacy of Anecortave Acetate in Patients with Open-Angle Glaucoma (Alcon Research, Protocol C-07-36)

    Alcon Research•2009

  • A Study to Evaluate The Clinical and Microbial Efficacy of 0.6% ISV-403 Compared to Vehicle in the Treatment of Bacterial Conjunctivitis (Bausch & Lomb, Protocol 433)

    Bausch & Lomb•2008

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
IA
License Numbers
34156