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Dr. Amjad M Hammad, MD

Ophthalmology
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience
Saratoga Ophthalmology - Malta 658 Malta Ave Ste 101, Malta, NY 12020
(518) 580-0553

Overview
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Brief Intro

Dr. AMJAD HAMMAD is a board-certified Ophthalmologist who specializes in the medical, surgical, and laser treatment of the retina and vitreous. He is fellowship trained in vitreoretinal surgery.He is a part of Saratoga Ophthalmology which is a comprehensive eye care group specializing in the following services:Adult Eye Muscle SurgeryCataract SurgeryComplex Eye DisordersGlaucomaNeuro-Ophthalmological DiseasesOculoplastic SurgeryVitreo-Retinal Diseases and ConditionsAt Saratoga Ophthalmology, we see you. We are proud to be one of the regions most experienced ophthalmology practices. At Saratoga Ophthalmology we provide leading-edge care for a full range of vision and eye conditions, including retina, glaucoma, cataracts, neuro-ophthalmology, and ophthalmic plastic surgery. Our mission is to provide you unparalleled eye care in a caring environment. We are patient-centered, community-minded, and dedicated to others. This means your visit will be an experience where your care and time are our top priorities. We accept new patients every day, and urgent or emergency referrals are seen the same day.EducationDr. Hammad is a graduate of the University of Jordan Medical School. He completed his ophthalmology Residency at Albany Medical Center and furthered his specialty with a neuro-ophthalmology fellowship at Michigan State University and a vitreo-retinal fellowship at Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology, as well as the Jordanian Board of Ophthalmology. In addition, Dr. Hammad completed his Masters of Business Management at the Yale School of Management. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retinal Specialists.Dr. Hammad is president-elect of the New York State Ophthalmological Society. He has worked and lectured frequently in the Middle-East, as well as the United States. He has organized and taught in many conferences and workshops in Jordan and Dubai.

Education Background

FELLOWSHIP

Michigan State University

Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, TX

RESIDENCY

Albany Medical Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

University Of Jordan Faculty Of Medicine - 1993

Languages Spoken

English
Chinese
Spanish

Location & Hours

Saratoga Ophthalmology
658 Malta Ave Ste 101, Malta, NY 12020
Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Ophthalmology

Conditions Addressed

Strabismus
Eye Trauma
Eyelid Malposition and Tumors
Abnormal Eye Movements
Glaucoma
Primary Angle-Closure Glaucoma
Diabetes
Macular Degeneration
Cataract
Dry Eye Syndrome
Droopy Eyelids
Eyelid Cancer
Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)
Eye Floaters
Eye Infections
Eye socket issues
Eyelid Abnormalities
Blurring of Vision
Computer Vision Syndrome
Diplopia (Double Vision)
Learning-related Vision Problems
Meibomitis
Blepharitis
Tear duct and lacrimal issues
Tearing Disorder
Excessive Blinking
Visual Disturbances
Giant Cell Arteritis
Bell's Palsy
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Optic Neuritis
Stroke

Procedures Performed

Ophthalmological Exam
Oculoplastic surgery
Vitreoretinal surgery
Lasik Surgery
Dry Eye Surgery (Conjunctivo-chalasis surgery)
Laser Eye Surgery (Photorefractive Keratectomy)
Eye Health Exams
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Eye muscle surgery
Eyelid malposition repair (ectropion and entropion)
Eyelid reconstruction
Asian Double Lid Surgery / Incisionless Eyelid Surgery

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

Medicare
Wellcare
1199SEIU
Palmetto GBA
Aetna Better Health
Humana
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Mutual of Omaha
CDPHP
Meritain Health
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
Cigna
Tricare
MagnaCare

Cancer 43
Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 31
Orthopedics 75
Neurology & Neurosurgery 60
Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 75
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 91
Diabetes & Endocrinology 44
Children's Hospital 22
Urology 87
Psychiatry 103
Geriatrics 82
Rehabilitation 38
Obsterics & Gynecology 17
Ophthalmology 4
Ear, Nose & Throat 11
Rheumatology 2
Long Term Care 3
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 60