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Yassine Daoud

Yassine Daoud, MD

Cornea and External Diseases

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4.8 of 5 stars495 ratings, 175 reviews
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • Arabic
  • English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Male

About Yassine Daoud

Professional Titles

  • Chair of Ophthalmology. Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center

Primary Academic Title

Associate Professor of Ophthalmology

Background

Yassine J. Daoud, M.D., specializes in cataract and refractive surgery (LASIK), as well as the diagnosis and treatment of corneal disorders including Fuchs dystrophy and keratoconus. He is internationally known for his surgical skills especially in complex cornea transplants and management of challenging cataract surgeries. He has special interest in managing complications of previous cataract and cornea surgeries.

Dr. Daoud is a highly published author and editor in multiple leading ophthalmology journals. He routinely lectures nationally and internationally. Dr Daoud is the chair of the Wilmer Eye Institute's Femtosecond Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery Committee. He currently leads a group of researchers to improve ocular health and incorporate evolving technologies to improve ocular surgery outcomes.

Dr. Daoud received his M.D. degree from Harvard Medical School. He was selected to the prestigious Doris Duke Fellowship where he obtained a clinical research fellowship under the mentorship of the world renowned Dr. C. Stephen Foster at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. He completed an internship at Johns Hopkins Hospital where he was the recipient of the “Best Bedside Skills” Teamwork Award. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Duke University Eye Center and a cornea fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute.

Centers and Institutes

Wilmer Eye Institute Research

CV

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/-/media/wilmer/documents/cvs/Daoud_CV

Videos

Recent News Articles and Media Coverage

  • Physician Recounts Path from Lebanese Ghetto to Wilmer Eye Institute - The Gazette (Nov. 2013)

Contact for Research Inquiries

Phone: (410) 955-5490

Research Interests

Cataract surgery and uveitis, DSAEK corneal transplant, Femtosecond laser assisted cataract surgery, Outcome of DSAEK cornea transplant in complex cases, Secondary intraocular lens implant

PubMed

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=yassine+daoud

Selected Publications

    1. Letko E, Miserocchi E, Daoud YJ, Christen W, Foster CS, Ahmed AR. A nonrandomized comparison of the clinical outcome of ocular involvement in patients with mucous membrane (cicatricial) pemphigoid between conventional immunosuppressive and intravenous immunoglobulin therapies. Clin Immunol. 2004 Jun; 111(3):303-10.
    2. Sami N, Letko E, Androudi S, Daoud Y, Foster CS, Ahmed AR. Intravenous immunoglobulin therapy in patients with ocular-cicatricial pemphigoid: a long-term follow-up. Ophthalmology. 2004 Jul; 111(7):1380-2.
    3. Daoud YJ, Letko E, Nguyen QD, Soukiasian SH, Samson CM, Sangwan V, Harper SL, Michel S, Schuman JS, Foster CS. Aqueous humour outflow facility in OCP. Middle East Journal of Ophthalmology 2004;12:102-107
    4. Letko E, Papaliodis DN, Papaliodis GN, Daoud YJ, Ahmed AR, Foster CS.  Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis: a review of the literature. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2005 Apr;94(4):419-36; quiz 436-8, 456.
    5. Daoud YJ, Foster CS, Ahmed R. Eyelid skin involvement in pemphigus foliaceus. Ocul Immunol Inflamm. 2005 Sep-Oct; 13(5):389-94.
    6. Daoud YJ, Cervantes R, Foster CS, Ahmed AR. Ocular pemphigus. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2005 Oct; 53(4):585-90.
    7. Daoud Y, Amin KG, Mohan K, Ahmed AR. Cost of intravenous immunoglobulin therapy versus conventional immunosuppressive therapy in patients with mucous membrane pemphigoid: a preliminary study. Ann Pharmacother. 2005 Dec; 39(12):2003-8.
    8. Kafkala C, Daoud YJ, Paredes I, Foster CS.  Masquerade scleritis. Ocul Immunol Inflamm. 2005 Dec; 13(6):479-82.
    9. Hynes AY, Kafkala C, Daoud YJ, Foster CS. Controversy in the use of high-dose systemic steroids in the acute care of patients with Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Int Ophthalmol Clin. 2005 Fall; 45(4):25-48.
    10. Daoud YJ, Amin KG. Comparison of cost of immune globulin intravenous therapy to conventional immunosuppressive therapy in treating patients with autoimmune mucocutaneous blistering diseases. Int Immunopharmacol. 2006 Apr; 6(4):600-6.
    11.  Daoud YJ, Song J, Hutchinson A, Wallace D, Kim T. Refractive Surgery in Children: Treatment Options, Outcomes and Controversies. American Journal of Ophthalmology. 2009 Apr;147(4):573-582.e2.
    12. Quiñones K, Cervantes-Castañeda RA, Hynes AY, Daoud YJ, Foster CS. Outcomes of cataract surgery in children with chronic uveitis.J Cataract Refract Surg. 2009 Apr;35(4):725-31.
    13. Hazin R, Abuzetun JY, Daoud YJ, et al. Ocular complications of cancer therapy: a primer for the ophthalmologist treating cancer patients. Curr Opin Ophthalmol. 2009 Jul;20(4):308-17.
    14. Hendrick AM, Kahook MY, Daoud YJ, Hazin R. Ophthalmic manifestations of endocrine disorders: approaches and medical management. Curr Opin Ophthalmol. 2009 Nov;20(6):495-503.
    15. Hazin R, Daoud YJ, Khan MF. Ocular Ischemic Syndrome: recent trends in medical management. Curr Opin Ophthalmol. 2009 Nov;20(6):430-3.
    16.  Eghrari AO, Daoud YJ, Gottsch JD. Cataract surgery in Fuchs corneal dystrophy. Curr Opin Ophthalmol. 2010 Jan;21(1):15-9.
    17. Hazin R, Daoud YJ, Khalifa YM. What is central toxic keratopathy syndrome if it is not diffuse lamellar keratitis grade IV? MEAJO. 2010; 17(1):60-2.
    18. Hazin R, Lum F, Daoud YJ. Ophthalmic features of systemic diseases. Ann Med. 2012 May;44(3):242-52
    19. Daoud YJ, Smith R, Smith T, Akpek EK, Ward DE, Stark WJ.The intraoperative impression and postoperative outcomes of gamma-irradiated corneas in corneal and glaucoma patch surgery.Cornea. 2011 Dec;30(12):1387-91
    20. Daoud YJ, Munro AD,  Delmonte DD, Stinnett S, Kim T, Carlson A, MD,  Afshari NA. Effect Of Graft Thickness on the outcome of DSAEK surgery. American Journal of Ophthalmology 2013
    21. Kashiwabuchi FK, Khan YA, Rodrigues MW, Wang J, McDonnell PJ, Daoud YJ. Seidel and India ink tests assessment of different clear cornea side port incision configurations. Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol. 2013 Aug;251(8):1961-5
    22. Rodrigues M, Xin X, Jee K, Kashiwabuchi F, Ma T, Bhutto I, Daoud YJ, Baranano D, Solomon S, Lutty G, Semenza GL, Montaner S, Sodhi A. VEGF Secreted by Hypoxic Müller Cells Induces MMP-2 Expression and Activity in Endothelial Cells to Promote Retinal Neovascularization in Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy. Diabetes. 2013
    23. Pan Q, Angelina A, Marrone M, Daoud Y, Stark WJ, Heflin T, Zambrano A, Tang L, Datiles M, Akpek EK. Autologous serum eye drops for dry eye syndrome. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2011, Issue 9.
    24. AlKharashi M, Bower KS, Stark WJ, Daoud YJ. Refractive Surgery in Systemic and Autoimmune Disease. MEAJO
    25. AlKharashi M, Stark WJ, Daoud YJ. Advances In Cataract Surgery. Expert Review of Ophthalmology.

Honors

  • Listed in "Super Doctors Washington, DC-Baltimore-Northern Virginia Rising StarsSM list, 1/1/13
  • Listed in "America's Top Ophthalmologists", Consumers Research Councilof America, 1/1/12
  • Listed in the "Top Ophthalmologist in Baltimore, MD" by the International Association of Healthcare Professionals (IAHCP) in "The leading Physicians of The World"., 1/1/11
  • A. Edward Maumenee Research Grant Award, Wilmer Eye Institute. Project Title: " Use of a Sterile Cornea for Lamellar and Patch graft ", 1/1/10
  • Invitee, Heed Ophthalmic Foundation Residents Retreat. Chicago, 1/1/07
  • National Dean's List, 1/1/06
  • Recipient of "Best Bedside Skills" Teamwork award, Johns Hopkins University Bayview Medical Center, 1/1/05
  • National Dean's List, 1/1/05
  • The Chancellor's List, 1/1/05
  • Doris Duke Research Fellowship, Harvard Medical School, 1/1/03
  • Scholarship, Harvard Medical School, 1/1/00
  • Saud Shawwaff Scholarship, Harvard Medical School, 1/1/00
  • John Woodruff Simpson Fellowship, Harvard Medical Shool, 1/1/00
  • Honors Thesis Magna Cum Laude in Chemistry, Amherst College, 1/1/99
  • B.A. Magna Cum Laude in Neuroscience and Chemistry, Amherst College, 1/1/99
  • Recipient, Frank Fowler Prize for "Most Promising Graduate for career of distinction in medicine.", 1/1/99
  • First place winner of merit-based full scholarship, United World College, 1/1/93

Lectures & Presentations

  • Aphakic Pediatric Glaucoma, Duke University Eye Center, Durham, NC, 1/1/08
  • Calculation of Intraocular Lens Power After Laser Vision Correction, Current Concepts in Ophthalmology, Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/12
  • Conjunctival and Eyelid Disease, Case presentation, Ninth Foster Ocular Immunology Society Annual Meeting, Ft Lauderdale, FL, 1/1/04
  • Corneal Crosslinking in the Treatment for Corneal Ectasia, Current Concepts in Ophthalmology, Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/11
  • Corneoscleral limbal Xanthogranuloma, Current Concepts in Ophthalmology, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/09
  • Differential Diagnosis of red eye, Wilmer Resident Orientation, Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/13
  • Effect of Donor Graft Thickness on the Outcome of DSAEK Corneal Transplant surgery, Residents and Fellows Research Day, Duke University Eye Center, Durham, NC, 1/1/09
  • Effect Of Graft Thickness on the outcome of DSAEK surgery, Wilmer Eye Institute Cornea Alumni Annual meeting, Chicago, IL, 1/1/10
  • Effect of Graft Thickness on the Outcome of DSAEK surgery, Current Concepts in Ophthalmology, Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/11
  • Femtosecond laser assisted cataract surgery: future of the technology, King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital, Riyadh, 1/1/14
  • Immunologic diseases of the cornea, Wilmer Resident Lecture series, Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/13
  • Inflammatory diseases of the cornea, Wilmer Resident Orientation, Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/11
  • Interesting cornea cases, Facilitator and discussant, Current Concepts in Ophthalmology, Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/12
  • Interesting cornea cases: Utilizing slit lamp to the fullest, Wilmer Resident Orientation, Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/11
  • OCT morphology and the Outcome of Bevacizumab in the treatment of Neovascular Age-related Macular Degeneration, Residents and Fellows Research Day, Duke University Eye Center, Durham, NC, 1/1/08
  • Ocular Pathology Secondary to Non-accidental Trauma, Duke University Eye Center, Durham, NC, 1/1/06
  • Ocular Sarcoidosis Ocular Immunology and Uveitis Service, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, 1/1/04
  • Outcome of DSAEK in patients with previous glaucoma surgery, Current Concepts in Ophthalmology, Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/12
  • Pediatric Refractive Surgery, Current Concepts in Ophthalmology, Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/10
  • Posterior Segment Ocular Inflammatory Disease, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, 1/1/03
  • Predicting the Outcome of Bevacizumab in the treatment of Neovascular Age-related Macular Degeneration, Residents and Fellows Research Day, Duke University Eye Center, Durham, NC, 1/1/07
  • Premium Intraocular Lenses, 29th Wilmer Nursing Conference, Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore MD, 1/1/12
  • Red eye, Wilmer Resident Orientation, Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/10
  • Severe Posterior Uveitis, Duke University Eye Center, Durham, NC, 1/1/07
  • Surgical Correction of Astigmatism, Wilmer Resident Lecture series, Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/13
  • Syphilitic Panuveitis, Case presentation, Ninth Foster Ocular Immunology Society Annual Meeting, Ft Lauderdale, FL, 1/1/08
  • Use of a Sterile Cornea for Lamellar and Patch graft, Wilmer Residents Association Annual Meeting, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/10
  • Use of Sterile Cornea in Cornea and Glaucoma Surgery, Current Concepts in Ophthalmology, Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/10

Memberships

  • American Academy of Ophthalmology, Member
  • American College of Surgeons, Fellow
  • American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Member
  • Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, Member
  • Foster Ocular Immunology Society, Member
  • International Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Member

Locations

  1. Howard County Medical Pavilion
    • 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 310, Columbia, MD 21044
    • The Johns Hopkins Hospital
      • 1800 Orleans Street, Maumenee Lobby, Baltimore, MD 21287

      Expertise

      Education

      Duke University Hospital

      Residency, Ophthalmology, 2009

      Harvard Medical School

      Medical Education, MD, 2005

      Board Certifications

      Ophthalmology

      American Board of Ophthalmology, 2011

      Insurance

      Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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      • Aetna
      • CareFirst
      • Cigna
      • First Health
      • Geisinger Health Plan
      • HealthSmart/Accel
      • Humana
      • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
      • MultiPlan
      • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
      • Point Comfort Underwriters
      • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
      • UnitedHealthcare
      • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

      Ratings & Reviews

      4.8 out of 5

      495 ratings, 175 reviews

      The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

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      Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Listened Carefully
      Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Explained Things Clearly
      Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Knew Medical History
      Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
      Provider Showed Respect
      Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
      Provider Spent Enough Time
      Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
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        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/26/2025

        Excellent!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/18/2025

        Admiring the attention he gave me and understanding my emotions, his explanation were so clear and satisfying.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/18/2025

        Both the Dr. & Fellow were great & answered all questions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/12/2025

        Dr Daoud is an outstanding physician in tne same vein as the late Dr Stark.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/12/2025

        Cares about patient

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/11/2025

        Very professional

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/11/2025

        Dr Yassine Daoud is great like always. He cares about my health and always offer me what I feel is the best.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/11/2025

        Dr. DAOUD provides excellent care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/6/2025

        He's personable and thorough

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/6/2025

        Engaged in goals for my recovery. Communicative. Professional. Honest. Gave me hope.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/4/2025

        I had come to this doctor after having an appointment with Solomon's Eye center, I did not see the doctor I usually see there, but this new doctor did not give me in-depth concern. I went to Solomin's twice, In October and then a follow up and full appointment In December, and walked out with the same problem I had when I arrived. I then made an appointment with THIS doctor, and was seen same week!, given an In-depth diagnosis and Information, and was extremely please. He Is my new doctor going forward

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/4/2025

        Dr. Daoud is competent, caring, and professional

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/4/2025

        A very fine fellow

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/4/2025

        Very good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/30/2025

        Excellent, concerned surgeon

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/28/2025

        Dr Daoud is the best Dr I ever had he's very kind and treat me with care and compassion I'm so greatful for his professionalism thank you Dr Daoud

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/28/2025

        He is fine

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/28/2025

        Outstanding miracle man- was blind and now can see

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/28/2025

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/28/2025

        Made strong effort to address every and all concerns, informing me of new ways of improving my general self-care

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/22/2025

        We trust him and value his advice and care. We always speak highly of Wilmer.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/22/2025

        Dr Daoud is excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/21/2025

        Friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, easy to understand.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/21/2025

        Dr. Daoud is a very caring provider, as well as an excellent surgeon

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/14/2025

        The appointment was a post-op after cataract surgeries of my both eyes. Dr. Daoud examined my eyes very carefully to insure the surgeries were performed and healed well. He explained and answered my questions very well. He is not only an excellent eye surgeon but also a caring and compassionate doctor.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/9/2025

        It was am follow up visit and it went well

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/9/2025

        Execellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/9/2025

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/9/2025

        He's geat! I am very pleased he did both cataracts on my eyes.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/7/2025

        Dr.Daoud is the best! I admire and respect him very much!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/7/2025

        Escelllent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/19/2024

        Very knowledgeable and kind. Everything related to my condition was discussed.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/17/2024

        Was a good doctor and explained the situation

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/16/2024

        Very satisfactory experience.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/16/2024

        Very pleased with the surgical coordinator very pleasant and keeps us informed.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/16/2024

        Dr Daoud is excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/12/2024

        Dr. Daoud is very professional and an excellent clay. I feel safe in his care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/11/2024

        I scheduled the appointment with Dr. Daoud because of his excellent reputation and the visit lived up to my high expectations. He and his fellow were very gracious, professional and courteous.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/10/2024

        Very good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/10/2024

        Dr. Yassine Daoud. I have follow-up exams twice a year to examine my eyes. I had surgery in 2022 to remove a cataract in my left eye. I haven't had any problems so far but if anything comes up, I can schedule an appointment to talk with Dr. Daoud.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/10/2024

        He made me feel confident in my decision to have cataracts removed. He understood my concerns and was extremely pleasant to talk to.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/10/2024

        Dr. Daoud is very knowledgeable; he is clearly experienced in his field. He is very professional and approachable!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/6/2024

        Top notch!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/5/2024

        Very impressive

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/3/2024

        Dr. Daoud had been highly recommended by my local long-term ophthalmologist. His opinion was confirmed by the thorough examination of my eyes and the efficient collection of useful information by his two assistants.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/3/2024

        A brilliant doctor and excellent bedside manner with a very competent supporting team.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/27/2024

        Provider excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/27/2024

        I am a new patient for Dr. Daoud and my first time visiting JHH. Even though, it is a huge facility, sign and personnel were very helpful for me.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/27/2024

        Very compassionate and professional My friend

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/26/2024

        Dr Yassine Daoud is excellent and very humble very caring

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/21/2024

        Dr Daoud is very pleasant. I'm very comfortable with him.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/21/2024

        Excellent provider

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/21/2024

        Dr Daoud is top notch and one of a kind. His manners, explanations and positive attitude show how much he cares for his patients and their eye conditions. He puts patients at ease rather than scare. And he is definitely knowledgeable and experienced in his field. I am at JH Eye Dept because I searched for him.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/21/2024

        Dr. Daoud Is an all in one. A great ophthalmologist, compassionate, understanding, with a sense of empathy, committed, graceful, and above all, a HUMAN!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/21/2024

        Very well credentialed. Very knowledgeable. Great manner with patients. Caring. Concerned.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/19/2024

        Excellent person

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/18/2024

        Dr Daoud was extremely skilled and informative about the need for eye surgery due to Fuks disease.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/18/2024

        Dr daoud always is thorough and clear in discussing my concerns. He offered alternative to surgery that seems safe and reasonable. I am reassured that helped me make a good decision.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/29/2024

        My doctor was excellent. He made me feel like I was in the best hands. He did a wonderful job.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/22/2024

        Dr. Daoud is a stellar ophthalmologist. He goes above and beyond in providing the best care possible.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/22/2024

        Performed a two minute laser eye procedure and vision improved that day.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/21/2024

        Excellent interpersonal skills

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/17/2024

        Always professional, knowledgeable, good bedside manner

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/17/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/15/2024

        Dr Daoud is a miracle professional Dr. Dr G and the office manager were absolutely amazing to get everything needed for the surgery and mva renewal now without restrictions.The surgery center was exceptional.Both facilities accommodated my wheelchair and back pain issues to be able to have the cataract surgery.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/15/2024

        Dr Daoud is awesome and excellent in every way // professional yet friendly and knowdgeable - I will continue with him firevrr

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/10/2024

        Overall I was very satisfied with current office visit & gave me great confidence to proceed with my cataract surgery. I hope my surgery goes well . Excellent physician !!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/9/2024

        Dr Daoud has seen me before and this visit was to track the problem and lay out a path forward. He accomplished this giving consideration to all aspects of the problem. He will be scheduling surgery to address the problem. I am completely comfortable with this decision.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/9/2024

        Your service is every expensive, I paid over $750 for service that is $300 in hospitals and Drs offices in the Washington DC area.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/9/2024

        I trust his diagnosis. Wilmwer institutes the best.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/8/2024

        Dr. Daoud is a superb physician and surgeon. He listens carefully and gives precise advice with empathy.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/3/2024

        Very good atention

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/3/2024

        Excellent and professional

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/1/2024

        A pro

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/1/2024

        Dr. Daoud is very good at what he does.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/30/2024

        Very knowledgeable and friendly

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/30/2024

        Doctor always takes good care about my problem

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/30/2024

        Very good and almost on time

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/30/2024

        Competent and caring. Explains things well.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/25/2024

        Dr. Daoud and his assistant were friendly, put me at ease and inspired my confidence that I'll be in very capable hands.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/17/2024

        Excellent medical service

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/16/2024

        Dr. Daoud has been wonderful. I have a great deal of confidence and trust in him.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/16/2024

        Because of the outstanding care provided me by Dr. Daoud, I have changed all my medical care to Hopkins physicians.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/12/2024

        Excellent in every way. This was my second eye surgery and both were very successful.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/12/2024

        Dr. Daoud is very knowledgeable and experienced. He and his assistant diagnosed me with keratoconus first time in my life, which may be why I have never had a clear vision with the prescriptions since my teens. I am very grateful and hopeful that my vision will be much Improved, because I trust Dr. Daoud's expertise.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/11/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/10/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/10/2024

        Warm, very professional, listened carefully to what I said. Made sure I clearly understood. Explained as much as I needed.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/5/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/5/2024

        Very efficient and courteous

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/5/2024

        Dr. Daoud was kind, attentive, clear and knowledgeable in his responses, and professional in every way. His smile is warm and radiant, which helped me feel at ease and open to receive what he said. Thank you.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/3/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/3/2024

        Dr Daoud was efficient and informed

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/28/2024

        Best care received.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/28/2024

        Dr Daoud was very professional and explained everything very clearly. I have complete faith in him.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/28/2024

        Excellent, caring and attentive provider

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/27/2024

        He is simply the best.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/20/2024

        Dr. Daoud explained the procedure to me in detail. He answered all of my questions, and I felt very relaxed and confident in the results.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/19/2024

        Dr. D is a wonderful physician. He is very transparent and speaks to me at the right level to understand the conditions I am facing.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/19/2024

        Friendly and competent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/19/2024

        Always professional and effecient.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/15/2024

        Dr Daoud is one of the most patient-oriented medical professionals I have ever known.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/15/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/15/2024

        Excellent doctor. Very well informed and competent.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/13/2024

        Great doctor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/13/2024

        He seems to be very competent and kind provider.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/24/2024

        Provider is excellent.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/23/2024

        Dr. Daoud is everything a patient could ask for: conscientious, caring, most competent, friendly & patient. My vision has improved significantly because of his medical care. His patience and care instill confidence and gratitude in his patients. He's so special that I've recommended that my wife select him as her physician of choice for her needed eye surgery!!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/23/2024

        Dr a Daoud is one on a billion.A superior physician and surgeon with empathy, intelligence and a heart.Brilliant

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/23/2024

        ExcellentLucky to have dr Daoud!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/23/2024

        Dr Daoud provided a brief laser treatment to my right eye that has greatly improved my vision, which has been a problem since I had cataract surgery two years ago from another provider. It was like a one-minute miracle.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/23/2024

        Dr Daoud is an amazing, excellent and compassionate physician/provider

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/23/2024

        He is so knowledgeable. But very busy and often that makes him very rushed.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/23/2024

        Knowledgeable, friendly and helpful.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/19/2024

        He is a physician of the highest quality!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/18/2024

        Dr Daoud's biography Is very Impressive and It was a priviledge to meet him. His superb medical kowledge, extremely pleasant personality, and easy to understand explanations are excellent.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/18/2024

        Dr. Daoud was clear and concise in explaining options to treat the two eye conditions I am dealing with. He listened to my and my son's questions and comments and responded to them to our complete satisfaction. I left the appointment with a clear approach to next steps to take and confidence in having Dr. Daoud care for me.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/18/2024

        As Dr Daoud patient he is a very knowledgeable specialist and kind person he is asset to John Hopkins university ,Patients

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/18/2024

        First time seeing Dr Daoud. He is very professional and pleasant.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/16/2024

        Dr. Daoud, is one of the best eye doctor I have come across in my life. He is professional, people oriented and very knowledgeable.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/16/2024

        Very pleasant and efficient.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/15/2024

        Dr. Daoud is always a pleasure to work with. Knowledgeable and kind, genuinely cares for his patients. Definitely one of the best in his field.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/15/2024

        Outstanding eye doctor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/11/2024

        Knowledgable and comfortable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/11/2024

        Dr Daoud very good in explaing diagnosis & great bedside manner!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/10/2024

        Found Dr. Daoud To be very personable, informative, and knowledgeable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/10/2024

        By checking my eyes and medical record he right a way find out the problem and have the treatment plan, that's exactly I was looking to get which did not hear it from past doctors that I visited.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/10/2024

        One of the best providerS I worked within in the last 20 years.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/9/2024

        The doctor is outstanding! Very please with his care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/9/2024

        Dr Daoud is an excellent doctor. Very professional, courteous and knowledgeable. An excellent communicator. I feel totally confident in his judgement, recommendations and his performance of my care/treatment.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/9/2024

        Very busy and good all good

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/11/2024

        Provider Is professional and knowledgeable, I am glad I had the visit.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/11/2024

        Very professional and caring demeanor.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/11/2024

        He is the best!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/6/2024

        Very professional, courteous

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/28/2024

        Knowledgeable, Courteous.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/28/2024

        Outstanding eye doctor. Very satisfied with his treatment.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/22/2024

        Very pleased with Dr Daoud and all involved

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/21/2024

        Dr Daoud was very good and explained things clearly and I will be seeing him again

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/16/2024

        Excellent physician, highly recommended,

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/16/2024

        Great knowledge of the "eye", aging process & impact, pros/cons for treatment. Patient is totally involved with treatment decisions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/16/2024

        Very skilled and experienced with my condition. Answered questions. Seemed in a hurrylots of patients to deal with.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/16/2024

        Excellent. Easy to talk to

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/9/2024

        Great

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/9/2024

        I feel fortunate to have Dr. Daoud as my ophthalmologist. He is an excellent physician and an excellent person.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/7/2024

        Excellent and very professional

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/7/2024

        Dr. Daoud is friendly and professional.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/7/2024

        Hewalways has time to answer questions, is aware of any of my needs and provides excellent care

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/3/2024

        Very professional

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/3/2024

        I was very pleased with Dr. Daoud and his diagnosis. He was very positive about my surgeries and the timeframe in beween.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/2/2024

        Best doctor ever!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/2/2024

        Dr.Daoud is an excellent physician with whom I have the greatest respect.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/2/2024

        Everything met or exceeded expectations, EXCEPT that by the time that I got to see Dr Daoud, it was 1 - 1 1/2 hours after the appointment time.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/2/2024

        Friendly and very professionalI

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/2/2024

        Dr. Daoud is an excellent eye surgeon and we are lucky to have him. He trains other less-experienced surgeons on his methods. He did my first surgery last September and I had an excellent outcome. Now I am scheduled for the same surgery on the other eye.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/2/2024

        The best

        3 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/30/2024

        Dr. Daoud provided important information regarding expectations of potential surgery outcomes and answered all my questions, but those answers were given at lightening speed and it made it hard to absorb all of the information. He seemed very rushed and anxious to move onto the next appointment.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/30/2024

        Great job

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/30/2024

        Clinical & routine test findings were explained to me by the provider. Very friendly & took time to see me with his team . Looking forward to complete required further test & cataract surgery as soon his schedule opens in next 3 months . Thanks to Dr [ ] for referring me to Dr Daoud .

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/30/2024

        I was very pleased with my provider

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/30/2024

        Dr. Daoud is an excellent professional. He is a gifted surgeon.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/30/2024

        Personable, explained well, listened

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/29/2024

        I think the doctor was outstanding. It was clear he was pressed for time and I wished he had spent more time. I think it was 5 min.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/24/2024

        Excellent visit, explained findings In ways I could understand

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/23/2024

        Very successful visit

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/18/2024

        Dr. Daoud is a world leader in eye care, and a very caring and thoughtful person.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/18/2024

        Dr. Daoud and the team excellent!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/18/2024

        Excellent

        3 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/18/2024

        Seemed knowledgeable. Gave a totally different diagnosis and course of treatment than prior doctor at same practice. So somewhat confusing. I tend to agree with Dr. Daoud's diagnosis that I'm not quite ready for cataract surgery. Following up In 2025. He also said I was not a good candidate for premium lenses which was what the prior doctor recommended.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/9/2024

        Excellent all around.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/4/2024

        He was very informative about the necessary cataract surgery.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/4/2024

        I am very appreciative of this doctor, he is the only one that would take care of my eye problems

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/4/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/2/2024

        In my opinion, Dr Daoud is an excellent care provider. He listens patiently, answers my questions, and includes my comments in his care decisions and actions. This was a scheduled follow-up visit after cataract surgery last summer. I had minor common symptoms following surgery, and he treated them with a YAG laser. I wish I had asked him for details about what the laser accomplishes, how it does that, and any potential negative outcomes, but I didn't. I followed up with questions via "My Chart", and got the answers.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/2/2024

        First time appointment. Went very well.