Dr. Samuel Hughes

Dr. Samuel J. Hughes is a comprehensive ophthalmologist who provides medical and surgical eye care for adults. He trained at the University of Kentucky, serving as chief resident, and earned his medical degree at the University of Kentucky after completing a biology degree at the University of Virginia. Dr. Hughes specializes in small-incision cataract surgery and offers modern options—including advanced technology intraocular lenses—to reduce dependence on glasses. He also diagnoses and treats glaucoma, performs laser procedures and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), and manages chronic conditions such as macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease.

Known for approachable communication and careful follow-up, Dr. Hughes performs both routine comprehensive exams and disease-focused evaluations. He sees patients at Richmond Eye Associates’ Innsbrook and Midlothian offices and tailors each care plan to support comfort, vision, and daily activities.