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Dr. Omar Awad, MD

Dr. Omar Awad, MD

Ophthalmology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Omar Awad, MD is an ophthalmologist in Woodbury, MN and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / SAINT PAUL CAMPUS in 2001. He is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 121 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (121 reviews)

Minnesota Eye Consultants (MN_MEC)

7125 Tamarack Rd Ste 100 Woodbury, MN 55125

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Awad specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Awad's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Awad

4.8
121 ratings, 99 with a written review
5 star
92%
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4 star
3%
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3 star
1%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
4%
4%

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To everyone I know who needs this kind of surgery
Telehealth
How kind everyone was
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
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Apr 09, 2025
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Cataract surgery
Telehealth
good
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
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Mar 20, 2025
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It was easy peasy the staff was better than professional they all were very friendly and helpful. I can't wait to go get my other eye surgery done.
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 other person found this helpful
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Paul – Feb 19, 2025
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I have Already recommended him many times.
How thorough all members are and helpful.
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
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Vicki Hansen – Jan 14, 2025
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Cataract Surgery ConsultationDr
Dr. Awad Took time to give me an examination and there after he proceeded to tell me what areas of concern I had regarding my vision. Then he explained to me the process of cataract surgery.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Cataract Surgery Consultation – Dec 13, 2024
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Highly competent and caring; paid attention to me
Thorough gathering of information by staff; excellent analysis recommendations form Dr. Awad.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 12, 2024
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knowledgeable and professional
Dr. Awad put my mind at ease with his obvious professionalism. We discussed options for my -particular needs.
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 other person found this helpful
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Oct 23, 2024
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Easy to talk to, even talked about his health.
Appointment was timely, not a long waiting period.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Gwynder Robinson – Oct 16, 2024
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I waited over an hour from my appointment time to see Dr Awad and had to cancel an appointment following this one and through my day and schedule out the window. Dr Awad is very good and competent and spends a great deal of time with each patient. Perhaps you should schedule longer times for his appointments. Today was very disruptive and negative for me and my schedule.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Ann Fankhanel – Sep 24, 2024
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Doesn't get better than this!
If you or anyone you know needs a referral for cataract surgery, Dr. Omar Awad at Minnesota Eye Care is one of the top in the nation. They have multiple locations, but the clinic I went to is in Woodbury. My vision is restored, and over several months, these were some of the best experiences I've ever had with multiple medical professionals and appointments, ever. And that is not an exaggeration! I know that there are multiple physicians in this group. You can't go wrong! I am a satisfied customer.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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TSaw – Aug 16, 2024
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Everything went quite well, but after dilation of pupils, I was left alone in a room for roughly half an hour. I had been lead to believe the Dr. would be in shortly, but that was not the case. The pre-exam was well done and efficient. Dr. Awad came across as very knowledgeable and capable.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
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Aug 14, 2024
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Cataract consultation.
All staff were very pleasant and helpful. I felt they were very professional and I’ll have an excellent result with my cataract surgery.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Kathleen Forde – Aug 14, 2024
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Excellent!
Dr. Awad answered all my questions and was very thorough with his explanations.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 10, 2024
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My Surgeon
He was my surgeon. He was very understanding, and he made me feel comfortable. He explained everything thoroughly. Overall, I would recommend
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
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Jun 18, 2024
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Confident and cared for
It's a rare thing to find a doctor who makes you feel confident in his expertise and confident that he cares, especially in meeting him for the first time. I have no concerns going into my cataract surgery.
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
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Jane, a new patient – Jun 11, 2024
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Excellent tech who did the preliminary work prior to seeing Dr Awad.
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
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May 15, 2024
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Communication with Dr. Awad is always very positive!
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
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Apr 10, 2024
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Minnesota Eye Consultants Woodbury Pt 3
I asked their doctor to tell me exactly what I did wrong which might have contributed to such a bad outcome. I told them if they could point to anything at all that I did wrong or improperly that I would accept full responsibility and move on. Their response: crickets. I guess at least one of us is willing to accept responsibility.Now months later rather than take responsibility for at least restoring my vision back to the way it was before they did my surgery....which they have assured me they could do...MN EYE has made no attempt whatsoever to assist me in any way.Is this the way you would like to be treated as a patient with a bad outcome? My guess is no.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Minnesota Eye Consultants Woodbury Pt 3 – Mar 28, 2024
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Cataract Consult
The kindness and efficiency of front desk staff and technicians was awesome.
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
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Karen L. – Mar 05, 2024
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yes
efficient and business-like.
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
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 29, 2024
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About Me

biography

Dr. Omar Awad is a board-certified ophthalmologist, specializing in corneal diseases, cataracts removal, and refractive treatments. He received his medical degree in ophthalmology from the University of Minnesota Medical School. He completed his...read more
  • Ophthalmology

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  • University Of Minnesota / Saint Paul Campus

    Medical School, 2001
  • John Hopkins|wilmer Eye Inst

    Fellowship Hospital, 2000
  • University Pittsburgh Eye & Ear Inst

    Residency Hospital, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Minnesota Eye Consultants (MN_MEC)

Woodbury Office7125 Tamarack Rd Ste 100 Woodbury, MN 55125
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:30am - 5:30pm
    • Tue: 7:30am - 5:30pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 5:30pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 5:30pm
    • Fri: 7:30am - 5:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Minnesota Eye Consultants

Woodbury Office7125 Tamarack Rd Woodbury, MN 55125
2
  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Abbott Northwestern Hospital

    800 E 28th St
    Minneapolis, MN 55407
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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