Expertise in
10
conditions

Dr. Maya C. Shammas

Ophthalmology
Shammas Eye Medical Center
3510 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 
Lynwood, CA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
10
conditions
Shammas Eye Medical Center
3510 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 
Lynwood, CA 

Overview

Maya Shammas is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Lynwood, California.

Dr. Shammas is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Pterygium, Dry Eye Syndrome, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Cataract Removal.

Dr. Shammas is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Shammas is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program in NY

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alignment Health Plan
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
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Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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Kaiser Permanente
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • PPO
LA Care
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  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Nippon Life
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SCAN Health Plan
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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Locations

Shammas Eye Medical Center
3510 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Lynwood, CA 90262
Other Locations
Shammas Eye Medical Center
7957 Painter Ave, Whittier, CA 90602

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

15 Total Publications

Prospective Evaluation of a New IOL Power Formula in Eyes Measured By Sum-of-Segments Biometry.
Prospective Evaluation of a New IOL Power Formula in Eyes Measured By Sum-of-Segments Biometry.
Journal: American journal of ophthalmology
Published: March 14, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Maya C. Shammas

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Maya C. Shammas?

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Is Dr. Maya C. Shammas a top-rated expert for Cataract?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Maya C. Shammas is classified as an Distinguished expert for Cataract, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Maya C. Shammas specialize in?

While Dr. Maya C. Shammas is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Pterygium, and Dry Eye Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Maya C. Shammas participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Maya C. Shammas has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cataract. You can view a list of Dr. Maya C. Shammas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Maya C. Shammas accept my insurance?

Dr. Maya C. Shammas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 310-638-9391 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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