Dr. Zaaira Ahmad

OphthalmologyRetina Specialist
Milton, DE
(302) 684-2020
Accepts Medicare

Location

28322 Lewes Georgetown Hwy
Milton, DE 19968

Areas of Expertise

Retinal Diseases
Vitreous Diseases
Macular Diseases
Macular Degeneration
Retinal Surgery
Vitreoretinal Surgery
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About Me

Dr. Zaaira M. Ahmad is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained vitreoretinal surgeon specializing in diseases and surgery of the retina, vitreous, and macula. She provides expert care for complex clinical and surgical cases, including complicated retinal detachments and severe diabetic retinopathy. Patients can expect comprehensive management of retinal conditions using advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques.

Dr. Ahmad completed her ophthalmology residency at The George Washington University, where she served as Chief Resident. She further honed her expertise through subspecialty training in vitreoretinal surgery at the prestigious Kresge Eye Institute. In addition to her clinical practice, she remains active in teaching as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the Temple University School of Medicine and contributes to research presented at national meetings.

Training

  • Vitreoretinal Surgery

    Kresge Eye Institute

    Fellowship
  • Internship

    Crozer Chester Medical Center

    Residency
  • The George Washington University

    Ophthalmology

    George Washington University

    Residency
  • The George Washington University School of Medicine

    Medical Education

    George Washington University

    Medical School
  • Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

    Bachelor of Science in Biology

    Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

    Undergraduate

Awards & Honors

  • Alpha Omega Alpha

    George Washington University

  • Research Awards

    George Washington University

  • Graduated with Honors

    George Washington University

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
DE, MD, MI, VA
License Numbers
C1-0009435, d0070735, 4301091523, 0101247450