UAMS Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute

07/10/2025

Dr. Shock was a GREAT man and will be GREATLY missed! ❤️

Check out this video from a few years back!

John Shock, M.D., founding director of the Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute, was named one of the inaugural recipients of the Harry P. Ward, M.D. Visiona...

05/08/2025

03/11/2025

We are honored to have Professor Tarek M. Shaarawy, MD PhD FRCOphth accepting an Adjunct Faculty Position at the Jones Eye Institute, UAMS. Professor Shaarawy is the Head of the Glaucoma Unit and the Glaucoma Surgery Research Group at the University of Geneva Hospitals. He is a globally recognized leader in the field of ophthalmology, renowned for his expertise in glaucoma surgery and his pioneering work at the forefront of research and technological innovation. As a distinguished eye surgeon based and a prolific researcher, Dr. Shaarawy has earned international acclaim for his contributions to the advancement of glaucoma care. His profound influence in the field positions him as a leading figure in both clinical practice and academic research and education.

Through this partnership, UAMS will benefit from the knowledge, research, and global recognition Dr. Shaarawy brings, further solidifying its position as a leader in ophthalmic education and research both nationally and internationally.

05/23/2024

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MOVIN’ on UP!!! Their time in the PGY2 Bunker is coming to an end. Tony, Alex, Sam & Jamal drew for their new offices and are EXCITED to settle into their own space for the next 2 years. LOOKout PGY3…they are coming for ya!!! 👁️🤗😎

04/05/2024

UAMS Ophthalmology @ ASCRS 2024, Boston

Please come and cheer for us!

1- Elhusseiny AM, Bakr MA, Toma J, Sallam AB. Comparison of visual outcomes and complications of standalone phacoemulsification and combined phaco-vitrectomy: A multicenter study. American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), Boston, MA, April 5th, 2024.

2- Abdelnaem SE, Hassan AK, Hassan MA, Ali HT, Eleiwa TK, Chauhan MZ, Shaikh O, Sallam AB, Elhusseiny AM. Quality,
Reliability, Technical Quality, and Readability of Online Information on Childhood Glaucoma. American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), Boston, MA, April 5th, 2024.

3- Shin JD, Abdelnaem S, Hassan AK, Hassan MA, Sallam AB, Elhusseiny AM. Quality, Reliability, Technical Quality, and Readability of Online Information on Pediatric Cataract. American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), Boston, MA, April 5th, 2024.

4- Elhusseiny AM, Toma J, Ibrahim SN, Sallam AB. Risk of posterior capsular rupture in fellow eyes cataract surgery: A multicenter database study. American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), Boston, MA, April 5th, 2024. (Presented at YES Resident/Fellow Best of Papers and Posters Session).

5- Elhusseiny AM, Toma J, Ibrahim SN, Sallam AB. Visual Outcomes and Complications of Trainee-Performed Phacoemulsification. American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), Boston, MA, April 5th, 2024.

6- Sallam AB, Toma J, Fouad YA, Soliman MK, Ibrahim SN, Shakarchi AF, Elhusseiny AM. Outcomes of Cataract Surgery Complicated with Zonular Dialysis: A Multicenter Comparative Study. American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), Boston, MA, April 6th, 2024.

7- Sallam AB, Ibrahim SN, Toma J, Elhusseiny AM. Risk of Zonular Dialysis in Fellow-Eye Cataract Surgeries: A Multicenter Database Study. American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), Boston, MA, April 6th, 2024.

8- Sallam AB, Toma J, Ibrahim SN, Soliman MK, Sanvicente CT, Elhusseiny AM. Outcomes and Complications of Cataract Surgery during the Same Setting versus after Prior Trabeculectomy: A Multicenter Database Study. American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), Boston, MA, April 7th, 2024.

9- Nihalani-Gangwani BR, Chau J, Altamirano-Lamarque F, Oke I, Adomfeh J, Chauhan MZ, Elhusseiny AM, VanderVeen DK. Association of Neighborhood Child Opportunity Index with Visual Outcomes in Children with Unilateral Pediatric Cataract. American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), Boston, MA, April 8th, 2024.

04/05/2024

https://www.thv11.com/video/entertainment/television/programs/the-vine/uams-jones-eye-institute-clinic-shares-the-importance-of-using-proper-eye-protection/91-585692d2-9503-4d8d-aad7-e9c812d1c771?

Dr. Philips from UAMS Jones Eye Institute explains why eye protection is necessary during the solar eclipse and what type of eyewear is recommended.

04/04/2024

Most people are familiar with needing glasses for being farsighted or nearsighted. Low vision, however, can’t be fixed with glasses, contacts, or other standard treatments like medicine or surgery. There is a way forward, though, and it starts at the Low Vision Clinic at the UAMS Harvey & Bernice ...

03/27/2024

Come see us in the Jones Eye Optical Shop!!

03/27/2024

Congratulations to professors Ahmed Sallam and Paul Phillips, and residents Abdelrahman Elhusseiny, Zain Chauhan, and Alex Kwok for their March 2024 publications.

Quality, Reliability, and Readability of Online Information on Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension.
Hassan AK, Eleiwa TK, Hassan MA, Sallam AB, Ali HT, Abdelnaem S, Gise R, Phillips PH, Elhusseiny AM.
J Neuroophthalmol. 2024 Mar 25. doi: 10.1097/WNO.0000000000002130. Online ahead of print.
PMID: 38527126


Trends in Medicare Submitted Charges to Allowed Payment Ratios for Ophthalmology Services.
Elhusseiny AM, Chauhan MZ, Sallam AB.
Clin Ophthalmol. 2024 Mar 18;18:859-863. doi: 10.2147/OPTH.S436918. eCollection 2024.
PMID: 38525383 Free PMC article.


Visual outcomes and complications of combined versus sequential pars plana vitrectomy and phacoemulsification for epiretinal membrane.
Fouad YA, Soliman MK, Elhusseiny AM, Yang YC, Sallam AB.
Eye (Lond). 2024 Mar 14. doi: 10.1038/s41433-024-03004-5. Online ahead of print.
PMID: 38486117


Risk of abducens nerve palsy following COVID-19 vaccination.
Chauhan MZ, Eleiwa TK, Abdelnaem S, Kwok A, Hunter DG, Phillips PH, Sallam AB, Elhusseiny AM.
J AAPOS. 2024 Mar 6:103867. doi: 10.1016/j.jaapos.2024.103867. Online ahead of print.
PMID: 38458601


The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on ocular trauma in American infants and toddlers.
Chauhan MZ, Ali AA, Healy J, Elhusseiny AM, Phillips PH, Sallam AB, Uwaydat SH.
J AAPOS. 2024 Mar 6:103864. doi: 10.1016/j.jaapos.2024.103864. Online ahead of print.
PMID: 38458597

03/13/2024

We are very proud of our residents for the stellar service they provide to patients. The residents attain diagnostic and surgical skills during their training, but luckily, our residents come into this program as great human beings.

Congratulations to Drs. Kwok and Karimaghaei as well as the whole ophthalmology team that provides excellent care each and every day.

UAUAMS Ophthalmology Residency Program

02/16/2024

Congratulations to Professor Ahmed Sallam and contributing UAMS residents and faculty for their recent r publications in top-tier journals!

Cataract Surgery Outcomes in Retinitis Pigmentosa A Comparative Clinical Database Study.
Georgiou M, Shakarchi AF, Elhusseiny AM, Michaelides M, Sallam AB. Am J Ophthalmol. 2024 Feb 1:S0002-9394(24)00040-0. doi: 10.1016/j.ajo.2024.01.037. Online ahead of print.
PMID: 38311153

Fractal Changes of the Retinal Microvasculature in Syphilitic Uveitis. Ji MH, Rickels KL, Yao T, Elhusseiny AM, Georgiou M, Shakarchi AF, Uwaydat SB, Dare RK, Sallam AB.
Ocul Immunol Inflamm. 2024 Feb 7:1-6. doi: 10.1080/09273948.2024.2309280. Online ahead of print.
PMID: 38324651

Intraoperative complications and visual outcomes of cataract surgery in neovascular age-related macular degeneration.
Siddiqui MZ, Elhusseiny AM, Soliman MK, Chauhan MZ, Neuhouser AJ, Yang YC, Sallam AB.
J Cataract Refract Surg. 2024 Feb 1;50(2):140-145. doi: 10.1097/j.jcrs.0000000000001325.
PMID: 38259133

"Plungerless" Diagnostic Anterior Chamber Paracentesis Technique.
Ji MH, Uwaydat SH, Sallam AB.
Ophthalmol Retina. 2024 Feb;8(2):136. doi: 10.1016/j.oret.2023.11.007. Epub 2023 Dec 16.
PMID: 38108676 No abstract available.

02/16/2024

Congratulations to Professor Ahmed Sallam and Residents for their recent stellar publications!
UAMS Ophthalmology Residency Program


"Plungerless" Diagnostic Anterior Chamber Paracentesis Technique.
Ji MH, Uwaydat SH, Sallam AB.
Ophthalmol Retina. 2024 Feb;8(2):136. doi: 10.1016/j.oret.2023.11.007. Epub 2023 Dec 16.
PMID: 38108676 No abstract available.

Cataract Surgery Outcomes in Retinitis Pigmentosa A Comparative Clinical Database Study.
Georgiou M, Shakarchi AF, Elhusseiny AM, Michaelides M, Sallam AB.
Am J Ophthalmol. 2024 Feb 1:S0002-9394(24)00040-0. doi: 10.1016/j.ajo.2024.01.037. Online ahead of print.
PMID: 38311153

Fractal Changes of the Retinal Microvasculature in Syphilitic Uveitis.
Ji MH, Rickels KL, Yao T, Elhusseiny AM, Georgiou M, Shakarchi AF, Uwaydat SB, Dare RK, Sallam AB.
Ocul Immunol Inflamm. 2024 Feb 7:1-6. doi: 10.1080/09273948.2024.2309280. Online ahead of print.
PMID: 38324651

Intraoperative complications and visual outcomes of cataract surgery in neovascular age-related macular degeneration.
Siddiqui MZ, Elhusseiny AM, Soliman MK, Chauhan MZ, Neuhouser AJ, Yang YC, Sallam AB.
J Cataract Refract Surg. 2024 Feb 1;50(2):140-145. doi: 10.1097/j.jcrs.0000000000001325.
PMID: 38259133