Sami H. Uwaydat, M.D. Ophthalmologist
Overview
- Area of Expertise
- Eye Care
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Language
- English
Primary Appointment Location
Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute Clinic
4110 Outpatient Circle
Little Rock, 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- (501) 686-5822
About Dr. Uwaydat
Sami H. Uwaydat, M.D., is an ophthalmologist with the Harvey and Bernice Jones Eye Institute at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). Dr. Uwaydat is also an associate professor in the Department of Ophthalmology in the UAMS College of Medicine. He sees patients at the Harvey and Bernice Jones Eye Institute.
Dr. Uwaydat received his medical degree from the American University of Beirut in Lebanon. He completed his ophthalmology residency at UAMS and is the recipient of multiple awards, including the Raymond and Mary Morris Residency Research Award, having received both first and second place in the competition. In addition, he completed a residency in the Department of Ophthalmology and an internship in the Department of Surgery, both at the American University of Beirut in Lebanon.
Fellowships include a Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellowship in the Department of Ophthalmology in Galveston, Texas; and a Medical Retina Fellowship at the New York University in New York. Professional memberships include the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology.
Dr. Uwaydat’s clinical interests include repair of retinal detachments, treatment of age related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, and diagnosis and treatment of retinal infections and inflammations.
Conditions Treated
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Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed
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Dr. Uwaydat's Areas of Expertise
Dr. Uwaydat's Academic Background
Academic Appointments
- Ophthalmology
- Assistant Professor
Education
- Fellowship
- New York University Medical Center
- Residency
- American University of Beirut
- Residency
- American University of Beirut
- Fellowship
- University of Texas Medical Branch
- Fellowship
- University of Texas Medical School at Houston
Locations Where Dr. Uwaydat Practices
Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute Clinic Primary Location
4110 Outpatient Circle
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- (501) 686-5822
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