Expertise in
3
conditions
Expertise in
3
conditions
5576 N Shiloh Rd, 
Garland, TX 

Overview

Wasim Samara is an Ophthalmologist in Garland, Texas. Dr. Samara is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hyphema, Retinal Detachment, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Vitrectomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 29 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Jordan ()

Residency

Virginia Commonwealth University Medical College of Virginia ()

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in TX

Fellowships

University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medi ()

Hospital Affiliations

Texas Health Dallas

Languages Spoken

English
Arabic

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Dominion National
  • MEDICARE PDP
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Envision Retina - Garland
5576 N Shiloh Rd, Garland, TX 75044

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.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Wasim Samara

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Wasim Samara?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Wasim Samara by calling their office at 469-248-7356. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Wasim Samara a top-rated expert for Hyphema?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wasim Samara is classified as an Advanced expert for Hyphema, 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. Wasim Samara specialize in?

While Dr. Wasim Samara is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Hyphema, Retinal Detachment, and Vitrectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Wasim Samara participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Wasim Samara has published 29 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hyphema. You can view a list of Dr. Wasim Samara's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Wasim Samara accept my insurance?

Dr. Wasim Samara accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 469-248-7356 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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