Laser Eye Center - Riverside

Abraham V Shammas, MD

Since 1986, Dr Shammas has been a pioneer in the field of refractive surgery and has performed well over 85,000 successful procedures and continues to be a respected leader in the field. Professional Experience Allegretto Wavelight Excimer EX500 iFS (Intralase Femtosecond Bladeless Tech) Nidek Excimer Laser System + Microkeratome Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (ALK) & Corneal Ring Amadeus® Microkeratome Ladar Vision® Excimer Certification Course Conductive Keratoplasty (CK®) LADARWave®/CUSTOM CORNEA® Education 1979 BS: American University, Lebanon 1983 MD: American University, Lebanon 1986 Residency: American University, Lebanon 1986 Fellowship: Estelle Doheny Eye Foundation, University of Southern California Affiliations American Academy of Ophthalmology Doheny USC Professionals Association American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons (ASCRS) Association for research in Vision & Opthalmology Other Mentions Awarded Centurion Surgeon & Quality of Vision Award Assistant Professor in Clinical Ophthalmology & Director of Glaucoma Service at Texas Tech University & White Memorial Medical Center in Los Angeles Dr Shammas’ wife is also a physician specializing in Internal Medicine. They have a son & two daughters & enjoy world travel to destinations rich in culture & adventure Author of several peer reviewed publications in the field of opthalmology

Education: American University , Estelle Doheny Eye Foundation , University of Southern California

Certifications: American Academy of Ophthalmology , Doheny USC Professionals Association , American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons (ASCRS) , Association for Research in Vision & Opthalmology

Rany Woo, MD

Dr. Woo is a board certified ophthalmologist with extensive experience in Premium Cataract Surgery, Refractive Surgery, and Implantable Contact Lenses. LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS American Board of Ophthalmology Allegretto Wavelight Excimer EX500 Catalys System Surgeon Ifs (Intralase Femtosecond Bladeless Tech) Arcuate Incisions & Inlay Surgeon Laser System Laser Cataract Suite Surgeon ORA System with VerifEye Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (ALK) & Corneal Ring Tunnels LenSx Laser 2.30 2008 BS: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Massachusetts 2013 MD: Yale School of Medicine, Connecticut 2014 Internship: Metrowest Medical Center Framingham, Massachusetts 2017 Residency: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) – Jules Stein Eye Institute AFFILIATIONS American Academy of Ophthalmology PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital Wilshire Ambulatory Surgery Center Hancock Park Surgery Center OTHER MENTIONS 2008 BS: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Massachusetts 2013 MD: Yale School of Medicine, Connecticut 2014 Internship: Metrowest Medical Center Framingham, Massachusetts 2017 Residency: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) – Jules Stein Eye Institute 2008 BS: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Massachusetts 2013 MD: Yale School of Medicine, Connecticut 2014 Internship: Metrowest Medical Center Framingham, Massachusetts 2017 Residency: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) – Jules Stein Eye Institute OTHER MENTIONS Author of several peer reviewed publications in the field of ophthalmology Authored teaching aides for medical students such as the First Aid for the USMLE series Enjoys hiking and traveling with her husband and dog

Education: Massachusetts Institute of Technology , Yale School of Medicine , Metrowest Medical Center Framingham , University of California , (UCLA) – Jules Stein Eye Institute

Certifications: American Academy of Ophthalmology , PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital , Wilshire Ambulatory Surgery Center , Hancock Park Surgery Center

Dr. Nicolas Biro

Meet Dr. Nicolas Biro, a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in oculoplastic surgery. With over a decade of experience in cosmetic eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), reconstructive procedures, and cosmetic treatments, Dr. Biro is dedicated to providing personalized care to Laser Eye Center patients. He trained at New York University and University of South Florida, then completed a prestigious fellowship in Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery at Wills Eye Hospital, one of the world’s most renowned eye hospitals. Dr. Biro’s passion for patient care, combined with his surgical precision, ensures outstanding results tailored to individual needs. Fluent in English, Spanish, and French, he brings a global perspective to his practice. We are proud to have him as part of the Laser Eye Center team, offering unparalleled expertise to our valued patients. LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS Board Certified in Ophthalmology Certificate in Oculoplastics and Orbital Surgery and Neuro-Ophthalmology EDUCATION 2001 BS: University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 2005 MD: University of South Florida, Tampa, FL 2006 Internship: New York University, New York, NY 2012 Residency: University of South Florida, Tampa, FL 2014 Fellowship: Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, PA AFFILIATIONS American Academy of Ophthalmology Huntington Hospital Pomona Valley Medical Center San Antonio Regional Hospital OTHER MENTIONS Author of several peer reviewed publications and textbooks in the field of ophthalmology Taught residents at two teaching hospitals in NY Moved to California in 2021, enjoys discovering new places with his wife and two daughters

Education: University of Florida , University of South Florida , New York University , Wills Eye Hospital

Certifications: American Academy of Ophthalmology , Huntington Hospital , Pomona Valley Medical Center , San Antonio Regional Hospital

Aida Amin, OD

A welcomed addition to the team, Dr Amin is celebrated by her patients for her compassionate bedside manner and technical skills in treating ocular conditions. Her energy and passion prove most energizing to her patients and vision care team. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 5 years of experience in Ophthalmology Orange County Retina Medical Group: Ocular disease training in diagnosis & management of retina & vitreous, specialty contact lens training, Keratoconus evaluation & management, & glaucoma management. Silva Laboratory UCLA: research with Dr. Alcino J. Silva Mechanism & treatment for learning & deficits associated with mouse models of Noonan syndrome EDUCATION 2009 BS: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) 2017 OD: Western University of Health & Sciences, California 2017 Externship: Orange County Retina Medical Group, California AFFILIATIONS American Optometric Association OTHER MENTIONS Enjoys hiking & outdoor activities Complete fluency in Farsi

Education: University of California , Western University of Health & Sciences , Orange County Retina Medical Group

Certifications: American Optometric Association

Aida Amin, OD

A welcomed addition to the team, Dr Amin is celebrated by her patients for her compassionate bedside manner and technical skills in treating ocular conditions. Her energy and passion prove most energizing to her patients and vision care team. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 5 years of experience in Ophthalmology Orange County Retina Medical Group: Ocular disease training in diagnosis & management of retina & vitreous, specialty contact lens training, Keratoconus evaluation & management, & glaucoma management. Silva Laboratory UCLA: research with Dr. Alcino J. Silva Mechanism & treatment for learning & deficits associated with mouse models of Noonan syndrome EDUCATION 2009 BS: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) 2017 OD: Western University of Health & Sciences, California 2017 Externship: Orange County Retina Medical Group, California AFFILIATIONS American Optometric Association OTHER MENTIONS Enjoys hiking & outdoor activities Complete fluency in Farsi

Education: University of California , Western University of Health & Sciences , Orange County Retina Medical Group

Certifications: American Optometric Association

Wendy Choy, OD

Over the last 15 years, Dr Choy has gained a plethora of experience in eye care, driven by a passion for helping people see the world in a better way. She is committed to a strong patient education program, as she assesses surgical candidacy and continues to care for her patients postoperatively. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 15 years of experience in Ophthalmology Northport Veteran’s Administration hospital: Full scope visual care to veterans & helping to rehabilitate patients with low-vision UCLA Doris Stein Eye Institute: Research investigating the correlation between the concentration of the Pax-6 gene with the expression of myopia OMNI Eye Service: Pre & post-operative care of cataract patients, anterior segment disease, corneal conditions, glaucoma, & retina disease EDUCATION 2001 BS: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) 2005 OD: SUNY College of Optometry, New York 2005 Externship: OMNI Eye Service, Georgia OTHER MENTIONS Provided vision screenings to athletes participating in the New York Special Olympics Enjoys being outdoors with her husband & children

Education: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) , SUNY College of Optometry , OMNI Eye Service

Kenneth Chu, OD

For almost 20 years, Dr Chu has been serving Laser Eye Center™ patients. His hands-on experience has enabled him to provide full scope optometric care as he works to embolden patients to take that first step to their best vision yet. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 20 years of experience in Ophthalmology SUNY College of Optometry: Optometric training in New York City Indian Health Service Hospital: Full-scope eye clinic in Lawton, Oklahoma EDUCATION 1997 BS: University of California, Berkeley 2001 Training: SUNY College of Optometry, New York City 2001 Externships: Indian Health Service Hospital, Oklahoma 2001 Externships: SUNY College of Optometry, New York City AFFILIATIONS Asian American Optometric Society OTHER MENTIONS Enjoys playing the guitar, hockey & tennis Enjoys time with family

Education: University of California , SUNY College of Optometry , Indian Health Service Hospital

Certifications: Asian American Optometric Society

Malak Shammas, MD

Dr Shammas is a specialist in internal medicine with over 25 years of experience. She offers a wealth of community experience to patients seeking excellence in healthcare management, preventative health care, and wellness maintenance. She is driven by a passion to help patients attain their best health yet. LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS Board Certified Internal Medicine Cosmetic Certified EDUCATION 1989 BS: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) 1993 MD: Georgetown University, DC 1996 Residency: Cedar Sinai, Los Angeles AFFILIATIONS Cedar Sinai as an attending physician in Ambulatory Clinics & Employee Health since 1996 Private practice in Beverly hills founded in 2008 Associate Medical Director at Los Angeles Free Clinic for 9 years American College of Physicians (ACP) OTHER MENTIONS Dr Shammas loves teaching and will continue to teach at Cedars as one of its staff physicians She speaks fluent Arabic, English, and French, and is proficient in Spanish She enjoys travel with her family, most of whom have aspirations in healthcare

Education: University of California , Georgetown University , Cedar Sinai

Certifications: American College of Physicians (ACP)