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Dr. Karim Samara, MD

Dr. Karim Samara, MD

Ophthalmology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Karim Samara, MD is an ophthalmologist in Jacksonville, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Florida in 2002. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (12 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Samara specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Samara's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Samara

4.6

12 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
83%
83%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
8%
8%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
0%
0%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 28, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dismissive – May 10, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 10, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 14, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Alex Fisher in Jax Beach, FL – Jun 25, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Germaine Graves Green in Jacksonville, Fl – May 27, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Gainesville, FL – Oct 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Robert Hoke in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL – Oct 01, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Julia Baker in Jacksonville, FL – Jun 15, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Virgil K. Mullins in Jacksonville, FL – Dec 01, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Karim Samara, MD is an ophthalmologist in Jacksonville, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Florida in 2002. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Ophthalmology

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  • University Of Florida

    Medical School, 2002
  • University Of Florida College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Memorial Hospital

    3625 University Blvd S
    Jacksonville, FL 32216
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

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