Dr. Wasim Samara

Ophthalmology – Retina Specialist

Dr. Wasim Samara

Ophthalmology – Retina Specialist

Garland, TX

Areas of Expertise

Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Diabetic Retinopathy

Retinal Vein Occlusion

Retinal Tears and Detachments

Macular Holes

Epiretinal Membrane

About Me

Dr. Wasim Samara is a board-certified ophthalmologist focused exclusively on diseases of the retina and vitreous. He cares for people with age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusions, retinal tears, and retinal detachments, offering both medical and surgical treatments tailored to each patient’s needs. During his vitreoretinal fellowship he completed extensive operative training and performed more than one thousand procedures, gaining broad experience with both complex repairs and routine cases. After training, he practiced in North Carolina before moving to Texas to establish Envision Retina, where he strives to deliver attentive, timely care close to home. Dr. Samara’s background includes research fellowships in ocular oncology and vitreoretinal diseases at Wills Eye Hospital and clinical training at Virginia Commonwealth University following medical school at the University of Jordan. His work has been presented at national meetings and published in leading journals, and he is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists. Patients value his clear explanations, calm approach, and commitment to partnering in decisions that protect and restore sight.

Training

Vitreoretinal Diseases and Surgery
University of Alabama – Retina Specialists of Alabama
Fellowship
Ophthalmology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Residency
MD
University of Jordan
Medical School
Research in Ocular Oncology
Wills Eye Hospital
Fellowship
Research in Vitreoretinal Diseases
Wills Eye Hospital
Fellowship

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In:
TX
License Numbers:
U9656

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