Dr. Michael Samuel, MD
Retina & Vitreous Surgeon
2151 Ross Avenue, El Centro, CA 92243
At a glance
Accepts 30 insurances
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Meharry Medical College
Works at Retina Institute of California
6 office locations
Affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center
Office locations
1
1.
Retina Institute of California
2151 Ross Avenue, El Centro, CA, 92243
2
2.
Retina Institute of California
72301 Country Club Drive, Suite 109, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270
3
3.
Retina Institute of California
160 East Artesia Street, Suite 120, Pomona, CA, 91767
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Age-related macular degeneration
Destruction of retinal or choroid lesions by laser or other
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Secondary membranaous cataract surgery
Visual impairment and blindness
Retinal detachment
Age-related macular degeneration
Destruction of retinal or choroid lesions by laser or other
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Secondary membranaous cataract surgery
More about Dr. Michael Samuel, MD
Dr. Samuel is a nationally renowned clinician, surgeon and researcher. He received his M.D. from Meharry Medical School and his Ophthalmology residency training from the Henry Ford Hospital. He was awarded and completed the first fellowship in pediatric retinal surgery at the prestigious Children's Hospital of Los Angeles. He completed a second fellowship in vitreo-retinal surgery fellowship at the Doheny Retina Institute, University of Southern California.
Upon completion of his two fellowships, he accepted an academic position at Wills Eye Institute in Philadelphia, an internationally recognized eye hospital. He was a member of the Retina Service and an assistant professor of ophthalmology for three years. Here, Dr. Samuel trained numerous residents and retina fellows in surgical and medical retinal diseases in one of the largest and most highly regarded programs in the nation.
Dr. Samuel has published over 25 peer-reviewed research articles, a number of book chapters for medical text, and is a section editor for the Retina Times Magazine, a publication of the American Society of Retinal Specialists. He has also authored the leading book, Macular Degeneration: A Complete Guide for Patients and Their Families.
Dr. Samuel specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of various retinal diseases, including diabetic retinopathy, age related macular degeneration, macular hole, epiretinal membrane, and retinal vascular diseases. Surgically, Dr. Samuel has special expertise in the management of complex pediatric retinal disorders. He has operated on hundreds of patients from around the world who were referred for second opinions.Dr Samuel is known in the southern california area as the "Doctor's Doctor" and has one of the most extensive patient rosters of physicians and opt
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Meharry Medical College
Henry Ford Hospital (Residency)
Children's Hospital Los Angeles (Fellowship)
University of Southern California, Fellowship in Vitreo-Retinal Surgery
Practice
Retina Institute of California
Affiliation
Desert Regional Medical Center
Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Professional memberships
American Academy of Ophthalmology
American Society of Retina Specialists
Awards and publications
Dr. Samuel has published over 25 peer-reviewed research articles, a number of book chapters for medical text, and is a section editor for the Retina Times Magazine, a publication of the American Society of Retinal Specialists. He has also authored the leading book, Macular Degeneration: A Complete Guide for Patients and Their Families.
He is consistently named as one of the "best doctors in USA" and has won numerous surgical teaching awards
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Farsi
Vietnamese
Korean
Armenian
Chinese (Mandarin)
Chinese (Cantonese)
Chinese (Shanghainese)
Chinese (Fujian)
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1730175670
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.50
Wait time
4.50
Bedside manner
4.75
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4 reviews
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I felt very reassured. Staff very friendly- Much improved my condition. Highly recommend.
More than 1 year agoKH
I thought Dr. Samuel was very professional
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Which hospital is Dr. Michael Samuel affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Samuel is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Michael Samuel work with?
Dr. Michael Samuel works with Retina Institute of California.
Where is Dr. Michael Samuel's office located?
Dr. Michael Samuel has 6 office locations, including in Pasadena, Rancho Mirage, Pomona, Palm Springs, La Quinta, and El Centro, view full addresses on Dr. Samuel's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Samuel have?
Dr. Michael Samuel is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Michael Samuel?
Dr. Michael Samuel frequently sees patients for Decreased Vision, Flashes and Floaters, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Retina Surgery Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Michael Samuel on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Michael Samuel speak?
Dr. Michael Samuel speaks English, Spanish, Farsi, Vietnamese, Korean, Armenian, Chinese (Mandarin), Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Shanghainese), and Chinese (Fujian).
How do patients rate Dr. Michael Samuel in reviews?
4 patients have reviewed Dr. Michael Samuel. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.5/5. They have a 4.75/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.