Summary

Dr. Maya Shammas is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated twenty years to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. She earned her medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College, building a strong foundation in medical knowledge before specializing in comprehensive eye care. Dr. Shammas speaks Spanish and French, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations in her practice.

Dr. Shammas practices at multiple locations throughout California, including Whittier and Downey, making specialized eye care accessible to patients across the region. She focuses on treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, helping patients preserve and restore their vision. Her expertise includes performing retinal imaging, comprehensive eye exams, and intraocular lens implant procedures. Patients consistently rate Dr. Shammas highly for her care, giving her an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 20 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, French
  • Weill Cornell Medical College
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Maya Christine Shammas has 3 locations

Shammas Eye Medical Center

7957 Painter Ave Ste 101Whittier, CA 90602
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
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
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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Dr. Maya Christine Shammas, MDDr. Omar Krad, MDDr. Khaled Aly Tawansy, MDDr. Jonathan Pirnazar, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.8 
20 Years of Experience 19 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 Spanish, French Speaks Spanish, English, Arabic Speaks English, Spanish
Whittier , CAMission Viejo , CALOS ANGELES , CAPlata , CA
Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch 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

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

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Weill Cornell Medical CollegeGraduated in 2006

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