Sami H. Uwaydat, M.D. Ophthalmologist
Primary Appointment Location
Eye Clinic
4105 Outpatient Circle
UAMS Harvey and Bernice Jones Eye Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-5822
New and Returning Patients
Overview
- Areas of Expertise
- Eye Care
- Neurofibromatosis
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Language
- English
About Dr. Uwaydat
Clinical Biography
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.
Resources Related to Dr. Uwaydat
Retina (Article)
At the UAMS Jones Eye Institute, our team of highly qualified, board-certified vitreo-retina specialists understand how important your vision is to you.
Read the ArticleDr. Uwaydat's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Ophthalmology
- Associate Professor
Education and Training
- Fellowship
- New York University Medical Center
- Residency
- American University of Beirut
- Residency
- American University of Beirut
- Fellowship
- University of Texas Medical Branch
- Fellowship
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Uwaydat
UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.
Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Uwaydat
UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.
Dr. Uwaydat's Areas of Expertise
Eye Care
Whether you need a general eye exam or complex care, the professionals at UAMS Health can help. The UAMS Harvey & Bernice Jones …
Neurofibromatosis (Part of Cancer Care)
Neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder of the nervous system. It mainly affects how nerve cells form and grow.
Locations Where Dr. Uwaydat Practices
Eye Clinic , Primary Location
4105 Outpatient Circle
UAMS Harvey and Bernice Jones Eye Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-5822
New and Returning Patients
Comment
When the physician express how great your test results you can only feel good.
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Feb 25, 2026Comment
I love Dr. Sami. He has taken such good care of me since I developed my eye issues. He is the reason that I can still see!
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Feb 18, 2026Comment
Very good
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Jan 27, 2026Comment
I was informed of everything going on with my eye.
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Jan 23, 2026Comment
I felt I was "routine" by the initial exam person. Dr. Sami was more "individual" in my career, perhaps only because I asked questions regarding my specific condition/diagnosis/prognosis.
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Jan 07, 2026Comment
He was very slow but thorough. No negative complaints.
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Dec 20, 2025Comment
Good
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Dec 17, 2025Comment
Both retina docs provided excellent care. As expected in a teaching hospital, medical exams were repeated by two levels of MD.
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Dec 16, 2025Comment
Everything was carefully explained and helped me make choices.
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Dec 13, 2025Comment
Dr Sami explained my vision problem and answered my questions. He left the decision regarding surgery to me.
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Dec 04, 2025