Dr. Shahem Kawji, MD is an ophthalmology specialist in Newport Beach, CA and has over 22 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Aleppo / Faculty of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach. His office accepts new patients.
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Dr. Kawji's Top Procedures and Conditions
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Retinal Dystrophy
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very high
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Dr. Kawji treats Retinal Dystrophy more than 96% of his peers
Dr. Kawji treats this condition more than 96% of his peers
Retinal Cysts
normal
normal
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Dr. Kawji treats Retinal Cysts more than 79% of his peers
Dr. Kawji treats this condition more than 79% of his peers
Retinoschisis
normal
normal
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Kawji treats Retinoschisis more than 79% of his peers
Dr. Kawji treats this condition more than 79% of his peers
Dr. Kawji's conditions and procedures:
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Cysts
Retinoschisis
Acute Endophthalmitis
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Benign Tumor
Blind Hypotensive Eye
Blindness
Cataract
Cataract Surgery Complications
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Chorioretinal Scars
Choroidal Neovascular Membranes (CNVM)
Chronic Endophthalmitis
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Diabetic Eye Disease
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Drusen
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Endophthalmitis
Eye Cancer
Eye Infections
Eye Injuries
Eye Trauma
Floaters
Foveal and Macular Hypoplasia
Hyphema
Hypotony of Eye
Iridocyclitis
Macular Degeneration
Macular Hole
Macular or Retinal Edema
Malignant Neoplasm of Eye
Migraine
Nearsightedness
Ocular Hypertension
Optic Neuritis
Parasitic Endophthalmitis
Pars Planitis
Progressive High Myopia
Purulent Endophthalmitis
Retina Diseases
Retinal Detachment
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Hemangioma
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Ischemia
Retinal Neovascularization
Retinal Telangiectasia
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Sarcoidosis
Senile Cataracts
Sjögren's Syndrome
Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Vascular Disease
Visual Field Defects
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Diabetes Eye Care
Retinal Laser Photocoagulation
Scleral Buckling
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Dr. Kawji's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kawji
4.7
Based on 52 ratings
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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Punctured a major blood vein in my eye and told me accidents happens. Asked me to pay more than my share of cost upfront then refused to refund me the difference after my insurance has fully paid the doctor. I have filed a complaint via the Better Business Bureau, CA Medical Board of California and Blue Shield of CA. One of the worst doctor I have seen.
Kawji and his entire team are dishonest and scheming. They will say anything to get you to commit to a costly appointment just to refer you to another office. They are not to be trusted with your money or your eyes. Watch out for the billing because they will purposefully bill you in a manner that is outside of your insurance just so that they can get more money out of you. Truly a terrible experience with this office.
Dr Kawji is an exceptional doctor in the field. He treated my wet MD and able to stop the leaking in my retina. I would strongly recommend him to anyone who needs the same kind of treatment.
My wife and I have had to visit Dr Kawji’s office on several occasions and on each visit he never disappoints. The level of care he shows is exceptional. We have gone both when his waiting room was full and other times when there were less people, regardless of either, he truly takes the time to explain what is going on with you. Highly recommend
Highly recommend. Searching for eye Dr. late night on holiday weekend due to retina detachment symptoms and Dr. Kawji responded immediately to my inquiry (11pm). Exam and assessment was very thorough, office staff very pleasant, and, as others comment, Dr. Kawji's bedside manner is courteous and comforting. Left feeling I had found the best Dr. for an important medical condition.
Dr. Kawji is professional, effective and proficient. His office is very clean and his staff are courteous and efficient. The procedure on my eye was well explained. I highly recommend Dr. Kawji for his medical expertise.
Very impressed with Dr. Kawji and how he runs his practice. I got in within 10 minutes and was actually seen by him, not just put in a holding room with another wait time. He was knowledgeable and gave a very thorough exam. In my case, I had recently started seeing crescent shaped flashes of light around the left perimeter of one of my eyes. He did all the necessary tests and then gave me peace of mind that it was a common result of my eyes aging and not my retina detaching or being pulled. My insurance has a very high deductible ($8500.00) so I paid cash for the exam which included the tests and the consultation...$300.00 which I thought was reasonable. I would highly recommend Dr. Kwaji. I was also given a next day appointment.
Dr. Kawji is highly competent, has an excellent bedside manner and is very accomodating. Me and my wife have used Dr. Kawji and have had the same experience. I can easily recommend him.
I was referred by another physician who spoke very highly of Dr. Kawji and now I know why. He repaired retinal tears in my eyes and saved my vision. He is kind and he cares about his patients and is a top physician. If you go to him you are treated with kindness and respect and he cares about every patient. Something that seems to be rare these days of massive corporations making medicine a profit machine and not serving the needs of the patient.
Excellent doctor with great credentials and friendly staff. Appointments are always on time and he has a professional and caring bedside manner. I had been to another ophthalmologist who gave me a 20% success rate for a Stage 4 macular hole that I had left untreated for a year. Dr. Kawji gave me a 50% success rate and succeeded. I couldn't be happier with the results. Highly recommended.
My father and I been to Dr.Kawji's center several times. Dr.Kawji is the best. I highly recommend him to anyone. He is patient and down to earth. He listens to you, makes sure to explain everything and answers all of your questions.
Dr. Kawji and team were of the utmost professionalism during my visit. At. Time when I was concerned about the state of my eyes due to Diabetes, Dr. Kawji understood my anxiety and put me at ease by explaining what he was looking for and finding step by step. Thank you so much for taking the time to do that. Will be in for the next check-up when needed.
Dr. Kawji saw me on an emergency basis in his office. I had emailed him at 10:00pm with concerns about a possible detached retina. He saw me the next morning and performed a thorough exam. Fortunately it turned out ok. I found him to be extremely helpful and kind. He explained my situation thoroughly. He is a wonderful doctor.
As many have mentioned, Dr. Kawji saw me the same day for a potential tear. He fit me in with minimal waiting, examined me, and treated the tear with laser. He was so nice and gentle with the exam and laser. I would definitely recommend him again.
My experience with Dr. Kawji was above 5-Star. His compassion and ability to see me as an emergency was truly meaningful. He cares deeply about his work and his ability to help patients. I would not hesitate to recommend him to all of my peers.
Dr. Kawji is a real doctor and a great human being. He saved my eye sight after another doctor made a huge error that almost cost me my vision. Dr. Kawji loves his job and it shows. He took the oath and he truly puts patients first!
I had an eye problem while out of the country and Dr. Kawji Was nice enough to see me on emergency basis. He was very reassuring knowledgeable and thorough. He was highly recommended by my ophthalmologist and I’m so glad that I was able to him on such short notice. His office staff is very nice and accommodating.
Does Dr. Shahem Kawji, MD accept any insurance plans?
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Does Dr. Shahem Kawji, MD accept new patients?
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What conditions does Dr. Shahem Kawji, MD treat?
Dr. Shahem Kawji, MD frequently treats the following conditions: Retinal Dystrophy, Retinal Cysts, and Retinoschisis. See more on Healthgrades.
Is Dr. Shahem Kawji, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Shahem Kawji, MD is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach.
How much experience does Dr. Shahem Kawji, MD have?
Dr. Shahem Kawji, MD has over 22 years of healthcare experience.
Does Dr. Shahem Kawji, MD receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 4.7/5 for Dr. Shahem Kawji, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider explained conditions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
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