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Summary
Dr. Maya Shammas is an ophthalmologist who brings two decades of experience to eye care. She earned her medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College and has dedicated her career to helping patients preserve and improve their vision. Dr. Shammas speaks French and Spanish, allowing her to communicate with patients in their preferred language.
Dr. Shammas practices at locations in Whittier and Downey, California, where she focuses on treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. She performs comprehensive eye exams to detect vision problems early. Her surgical expertise includes intraocular lens implant procedures and retinal imaging to evaluate eye health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Shammas highly for her care, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Shammas practices at locations in Whittier and Downey, California, where she focuses on treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. She performs comprehensive eye exams to detect vision problems early. Her surgical expertise includes intraocular lens implant procedures and retinal imaging to evaluate eye health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Shammas highly for her care, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 20 years of experience
- speaks French, Spanish
- Weill Cornell Medical College
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 3 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
- Provided follow-up after the visit
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Office Locations
Dr. Maya Christine Shammas has 3 locationsShammas Eye Medical Center
7957 Painter Ave Ste 101Whittier, CA 90602 Tel: (562) 464-0590
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Shammas Eye Medical Center
8409 Florence Ave Ste 100Downey, CA 90240 Tel: (562) 862-4444
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Ms Surgery Center Whittier
7957 Painter Ave Ste 103Whittier, CA 90602 Tel: (562) 690-8097
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
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 20 Years of Experience | 47 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks French, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Whittier , CA | Newport Beach , CA | Los Angeles , CA | Plata , CA |
| Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College | Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School | Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Maya Christine Shammas
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Maya Christine Shammas has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Maya Christine Shammas has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
20 Years Experience
Dr. Maya Christine Shammas holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 2006.
NPI Number
Dr. Shammas' NPI number is 1649438763.
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