Cataracts are a common eye condition that can make your vision cloudy or blurry. It happens when the lens in your eye, which is normally transparent, becomes more cloudy. This can make it challenging to see things clearly, especially when there's bright light or at night. Cataracts are very common and can affect your quality of life, but cataract surgery can restore your vision and allow you to experience the world with clarity and sharpness once again.
Only an eye doctor can diagnose whether you have a cataract or another type of vision problem. If you have any of the symptoms below, you should have your eyes checked by a specialist.
Common signs of a cataract include the following:
Dr. Shazia Ahmed, MD, is a Board Certified and Fellowship Trained Surgeon at Malouf Eye Center. Her personal interest in Ophthalmology was first sparked by her mother's experience with cataract surgery. She believes there is no greater gift than restoring a person's vision and allowing them to maintain their independence. Her specific clinical and surgical interests include ocular surface disease, complex cataract surgery, laser vision correction and corneal transplantation. In her free time she likes to travel the world, hit the gym, and consume an unhealthy amount of podcasts.
Dr. George Malouf, MD, is a leading ophthalmologist and surgeon at Malouf Eye Center in Camp Springs, MD, who specializes in ocular trauma and cataract surgery. He is renowned by his peers in the ophthalmology field and has taught hundreds of doctors in training. Since 2007, he has served as Chairman of the Board of the Medical Mutual Liability Insurance Society of Maryland and has consistently been recognized as a "Top Doc" by Washingtonian Magazine.
During cataract surgery, your cataract surgeon will remove your natural lens and replace it with an artificial lens, known as an intraocular lens or IOL, to allow you to see clearly once again. At Malouf Eye Center, we offer a variety of IOLs, including some advanced options that can reduce your dependence on visual aids.
Designed to give patients the best distance and near vision with less dependence on glasses after surgery. Malouf Eye Center uses the AcrySof® IQ PanOptix® Trifocal Lens, which is the first and only trifocal lens available in the United States. The PanOptix Lens enhances quality as well as range, so your vision will be as sharp and vivid as it is complete. We will discuss your day, night and reading vision expectations following surgery.
Toric lenses deliver clear distance vision with less dependence on prescription glasses for patients with moderate to high astigmatism. Near and intermediate vision will still require glasses.
The single-focus lens is inexpensive and effective in clearing vision. If you receive a single-focus lens, the focus will be set for distance and you will regain your ability to see objects that are far away. After surgery, patients will likely need to wear corrective lenses, especially for activities like reading and driving.
At Malouf Eye Center, you will find a compassionate and experienced team that is dedicated to providing a full spectrum of high-quality personalized eye care for the whole family. Our goal is to meet and exceed your expectations by providing friendly service, professional care, and quality products at affordable prices.
“I would highly recommend Malouf Eye Center to anyone in need of cataract surgery. The staff is very courteous, friendly, and professional. Any type of surgery can be a scary thing but the process was explained in detail from the first consultation until the last follow up appointment. The doctors answered all of our questions and concerns prior to and after the surgery. I would highly recommend Malouf Eye Center for all of your eye health needs.”
- Karen
“I have been a patient here since 2018, when I had cataract surgery on both eyes with good results. Dr. Malouf Sr. and Jr. are good at what they do. The staff is pleasant, professional and competent. The wait time is much better due to covid19 scheduling patterns. They meet my expectations and I am satisfied with my experience here. I would not hesitate to recommend this practice.”
- Martin
“I have been looking for an eye center in which I felt comfortable, and I finally found one. The staff at the Malouf Eye Center is amazing and Dr. Shazia Ahmed will put your mind at ease.”
- Debbie
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