Summary

Dr. Omar Awad is an ophthalmologist and surgeon with 32 years of experience treating eye conditions and performing vision-restoring procedures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Saint Paul Campus and completed his internship at Hennepin County Medical Center. Dr. Awad further specialized through his residency at the University of Pittsburgh Eye and Ear Institute and advanced fellowship training at the prestigious Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins Hospital. His extensive multilingual abilities allow him to communicate with patients in English, Somali, Hmong, Chinese, Arabic, French, and German.

Dr. Awad practices at Minnesota Eye Consultants in Woodbury, Minnesota, and maintains affiliations with Minneapolis Heart Institute. He specializes in treating cataracts, corneal damage, and Fuchs' dystrophy. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery, cornea surgery, and refractive surgery to correct vision problems. Patients consistently rate Dr. Awad highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 32 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Somali, Hmong, Chinese, Arabic, French, German
  • The Wilmer Eye Institute The John Hopkins Hospital
  • 42 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 4 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Location

Minnestoa Eye Consultants

7125 Tamarack RdWoodbury, MN 55125
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: University of Minnesota / Saint Paul Campus Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Omar E. Awad

  • Accepts Medicare
  • AARP
  • Accident INsurance
  • AETNA ALLINA HEALTH
  • Allegiance
  • ALLIANZ
  • ALLIED BENEFIT SYSTEMS INC
  • America;s PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CarePlus Health Plans
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Commercial Travelers Mutual Insurance
  • Coresource
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Great West Health Cigna
  • Health E Exchange
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medical Assistance – Minnesota
  • Medical Assistance – Other states please contact our Business Office
  • Medicare
  • Preferred One
  • Select Care
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • United Healthcare
  • VA
  • Work Comp

Medical Specialties

Omar E. Awad has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Omar E. Awad has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • General Surgeon
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Omar E. Awad holds an active medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Minnesota that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at The Wilmer Eye Institute The John Hopkins Hospital in 2000.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Pittsburgh Eye and Ear Institute in 1998.

Internship

Completed their internship at Hennepin COunty Medical Center in 1995.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Minnesota / Saint Paul Campus in 1994.

NPI Number

Omar E. Awad's NPI number is 1619942174.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Omar Awad accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Omar Awad accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Omar Awad affiliated with?
Omar Awad is affiliated with MINNEAPOLIS HEART INSTITUTE.
Does Omar Awad accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Omar Awad has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Omar Awad's office located?
Omar Awad's office is located at 7125 Tamarack Rd, Woodbury, MN, 55125.
Is Omar Awad accepting new patients?
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