Summary

Abraham Shammas is an ophthalmologist with 43 years of experience treating eye conditions and vision disorders. He earned his medical degree from the American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine and completed a fellowship at the University of Southern California. His extensive career has focused on comprehensive eye care, with particular expertise in treating complex eye conditions. Abraham Shammas speaks both English and Arabic, allowing him to serve diverse patient communities.

Abraham Shammas practices at multiple locations across California, including Encino, Cerritos, Ontario, and Valencia, with hospital affiliations at Coast Plaza Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, and San Dimas Community Hospital. He specializes in treating glaucoma and ocular hypertension, conditions that can threaten vision if left untreated. His surgical expertise includes retinal detachment surgery and anti-VEGF treatments for various eye conditions. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 43 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Arabic
  • University of Southern California
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Abraham V. Shammas has 6 locations

Laser Eye Center

5363 Balboa Blvd Ste 141Encino, CA 91316
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 11:00 am
ThuClosed
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 11:00 am
SunClosed

Laser Eye Center

18000 Studebaker Rd Ste 505Cerritos, CA 90703
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
TueClosed
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Laser Eye Center

3200 Inland Empire Blvd Ste 140Ontario, CA 91764
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Coast Plaza Hospital

13100 Studebaker RdNorwalk, CA 90650

San Dimas Community Hospital

1350 W Covina BlvdSan Dimas, CA 91773

Laser Eye Center

23838 Valencia Blvd Ste 205Valencia, CA 91355
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SunClosed

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Dr. Abraham V. ShammasSanta Monica Eye Medical GroupDr. John Davidson, MDDr. Ebbie Soroudi, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
3.2 
43 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi Speaks Spanish, English, Italian, Farsi
Encino , CASanta Monica , CAThousand Oaks , CABeverly Hills , CA
Med School: American University in Lebanon Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Abraham V. Shammas

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Priority Health

Medical Specialties

Dr. Abraham V. Shammas has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Abraham V. Shammas has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Other
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Southern California

Medical School

American University in Lebanon
American University Of Beirut Faculty Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Abraham Shammas accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Abraham Shammas has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Abraham Shammas accepting new patients?
Dr. Abraham Shammas is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Abraham Shammas's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Abraham Shammas accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Abraham Shammas accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Abraham Shammas affiliated with?
Dr. Abraham Shammas is affiliated with Coast Plaza Hospital, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, and San Dimas Community Hospital.
Where is Dr. Abraham Shammas's office located?
Dr. Abraham Shammas's office is located at 5363 Balboa Blvd Ste 141, Encino, CA, 91316.

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