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Dr. Syed Husain, MD

Dr. Syed Husain, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Syed Husain, MD is an ophthalmologist in Des Moines, IA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Brown University Alpert Medical School in 1990. He is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 53 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (53 reviews)

Practice

1212 Pleasant St Ste 202 Des Moines, IA 50309
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Husain specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Husain's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Husain

4.3
53 ratings, 27 with a written review
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I had a Wonderful Experience with Dr. Husain and his Staff at Associated Ophthalmologists with my Cataract Surgery on both Eyes...Dr. Husain is a Brilliant Surgeon and I Highly Recommend Him for Cataract Surgery or Anything regarding Eye Health. I have been wearing Glasses since I was Five Years Old for over Seventy Years with Extreme Nearsightedness of 20/400 Vision. Now after Cataract Surgery and the Special Lenses Dr. Husain put in my Eyes I have 20/20 Vision and no longer have to Wear Glasses! I also have Macular Degeneration and get Eye Injections in both eyes which made my Cataract Surgery even more Difficult to do...Dr. Husain not only restored my Vision to 20/20 without Glasses but He also got rid of my Floaters in both Eyes ! I Highly Recommend Dr. Husain,,,,He is a Miracle Worker !
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Dave – Jul 07, 2023
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Two eye surgeries both had issues
I had lasik done and I’m over corrected and have issues with dry eyes. Dr. Hussein was very helpful before the surgery and immediately after, then acted like I was being nit-picky with my on going over correction that inhibits close reading and dry eye. My 20 year old son has PTK done and has returned at least three times complaining of halos, dry eye, and unfocused reading issues. He was told his eyes are fine and dismissed.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Lizn8tr – Jan 17, 2023
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I would not recommend Dr. Husain. He would not answer my questions, and kept interrupting me when I tried to ask one. He wanted to do cataract surgery on both eyes at the same time, rather than being more conservative (one eye at a time.) If you have had Lasik/PRK in the past, cataract surgery is more complicated. I went to the large eye clinic in the area and received a totally different recommendation. For starters, if they do surgery they do only one eye at a time. Second, they said my vision could be corrected to 20/20 with glasses, and my vision could be worse if I had the cataract surgery because fitting cataract lenses on Lasik/PRK patients is more complicated and my vision could be worse. They were very professional and meticulous. I prefer the more conservative and informative approach they provided.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 30, 2021
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I had -17 and -21 vision in my left and right eyes, respectively. Dr. Husain did an excellent job on my cataract surgery. I still have to wear glasses for driving and watching TV, but the lenses are much thinner now. Also, I can get around walking now without glasses. Cataract surgery is not nearly as scary as it sounds. Your eye is numbed with drops. You are staring at a bright light which completely obscures any view of a scalpel. You feel nothing. I had no pain afterwards, but had to take eye drops for some time, which is normal. I am 68. I would encourage you getting cataract surgery as soon as you need it. I finally got it when my eyeglass prescription got so extreme that my optician could no longer fill the prescription and had to refer me elsewhere. I figured it was time to get it done.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Donald W Bohlken – Dec 14, 2020
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I had cataract surgery with Dr. Husain. I would highly recommend anyone that will be having surgery to give him a call. He takes time with you and explains what lens would be ideal for your eyes. He is a very talented and gifted Doctor. In the evening after surgery, he gives a phone call to the patient. He has very courteous staff, that work great as a team. Everyone makes you feel at ease telling you what to expect. I am very pleased! Thank you to Dr. Husain and his wonderful staff.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Margaret – Aug 03, 2020
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Dr Husain was wonderful. Explained the cataract surgery and made me feel at ease. I am very happy that I went to Dr Husain.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Feb 22, 2020
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Just recently had cataract surgery on both eyes. Multi focal lenses placed in my eyes. Great decision. Distance vision was greatly improved immediately. Near vision is improving daily. I was told that my near vision will gradually improve for several more months. The entire process was flawless. Quite sure I had the very best Doctor possible. Dr. Husain even called the evening of the surgery to inquire how I was doing.Pretty common, right. NOT. Highly recommended.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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JERRY SOLBERG in DES MOINES, IA – Nov 15, 2018
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Best cataract Doctor! I was very nearsighted, -9 and -14, and Dr. Husain expertly corrected my eyes. For two years I have been glasses-free! Only need reading glasses for very tiny print on coupons. Wonderful experience, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Ejaz Husain!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Kay in Des Moines, IA – Nov 10, 2018
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Both my brother and I had very successful vision correction surgeries! I can’t believe that before Dr. Husain, I was legally blind. Now after surgery, I have better than 20/20 vision!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 04, 2018
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Best decision I ever made. Thorough and complete from start to finish. Great staff answer all questions. My vision 2 years after cataract surgery is 20/15 with no need for glasses. The extra expense for multi focal lenses is a no brainer. Dr. Ejaz Husain is the best! T Fish, Ankeny, Iowa
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Ankeny – May 12, 2018
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Dr. Husain performed ASA surgery on my and also cataract surgeries on each of my husband's eyes this month. We could not be happier with the results! Dr. Husain is thorough and takes great care in proper pre-surgery protocol and post-surgery care. He followed up with my husband with a phone call the night of each eye surgery to be sure he was doing well. We highly recommend Dr. Husain and have happily referred friends and family to him. Thanks Dr. Husain!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Indianola, IA – Dec 14, 2017
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I had cataract surgery done by Dr Ejaz Husain. I had many questions and hesitation about the procedure. He had great answers and helped me in my decision on which lens was the best for me. I had options and he helped ease my hesitation about what to do. It's been over 6 months since I had it done, and from day one I've been so happy with my vision. Now my husband is scheduled to have his done in Jan. I know I had the best Dr and the best for me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Rose Cordaro in Des Moines, IA – Dec 14, 2017
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THE most caring doctor and team ever! From the office staff to the surgery center staff, I felt that everyone was focused on doing their very best for me. Dr. Husain was very good about explaining the procedure and what to expect in recovery. I can't say enough about how how much confidence I have in him and his staff. I would rate them 10 stars if I could!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Mary Strouf in Des Moines – Dec 12, 2017
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Just had my first cataract surgery and looking forward to getting my other eye done! Dr Husain is a joy to talk with and does an excellent job.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Cindy in Des Moines, Iowa – Dec 09, 2017
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Dr. Husain and his staff gave me the up most care possible. I had cataract surgery on both eyes. They walked me through the process and every question was answered with respect. I was treated very well and I appreciate the patient centered environment. I highly recommend Dr. Husain and his staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Jeff Kerns in Des Moines, Iowa – Oct 21, 2017
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Dr Husain is outstanding and professional. I highly recommend him for your opthamology needs. He has performed Lasik eye surgery and a cataract surgery on me and I have had wonderful results. I'm truly thankful to have Dr. Husain as my doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Lisa in Knoxville, IA – Dec 21, 2016
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Professional and courteous personality to go with medical experience. I chose Dr. Husain through personal recommendations after a disappointing experience at another local medical facility. My surgery experience was great and I highly recommend Dr. Husain and his staff. He explains procedures and expectations in person and in writing with time for questions. He listens. His positive personality encourages trust and faith along with his medical experience. I am very happy with my sight!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Lisa in Des Moines, IA – Oct 27, 2016
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I TOOK MY PARENTS TO SEE DRS. S. EJAZ AND NAVEEN HUSAIN. I WROTE: DEAR DRS. HUSAIN, I WOULD LIKE TO TAKE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO THANK YOU BOTH SO VERY MUCH FOR THE AMAZING CARE YOU'VE GIVEN TO MY PARENTS, CAY AND HUYEN NGUYEN. YOU ARE WONDERFUL DOCTORS WHO TRULY CARE ABOUT YOUR PATIENTS. YOUR KINDNESS HAS BEEN SO MUCH APPRECIATED OVER THE YEARS, AND YOUR COMPASSION AND FRIENDLINESS KNOWS NO BOUNDS. PLEASE KNOW OF OUR DAILY PRAYERS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. FATHER PETE DUC NGUYEN.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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CAY NGUYEN in ANKENY, IOW – Sep 28, 2016
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Dr. Husain and his staff do an excellent job. They were very thorough and thoughtful in attending to all my needs. I would highly recommend Dr. Husain.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Teresa Thomas in Des Moines, IA – Sep 27, 2016
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My ophthalmologist recently referred me to Dr. Husain for cataract surgery. My vision was horrible - 20/1000. After placing toric lenses in both eyes, my vision is 20/25 the day after surgery, and could still improve. My eyes were very tricky, but Dr. Husain did an amazing job of selecting and placing the lenses, and this will be life-changing for me. The entire process was very easy, the office & surgical staff were wonderful, and I can't say enough good things about the entire experience!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Karla G. in West Des Moines, IA – Jul 20, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Ejaz Husain graduated magna cum laude from Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island in 1986. In 1990, he earned his doctorate in medicine with honors from the Brown University School of Medicine. Dr. Husain completed his ophthalmology residency...read more
  • Ophthalmology

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  • Baylor College Of Medicine In Cataract And Refractive Surgery

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996
  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1994
  • Brown University Alpert Medical School

    Medical School, 1990
  • Brown University

    Undergraduate School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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  • English

  • Hindi

  • Punjabi

  • Urdu

Locations

Practice

Associated Ophthalmologists PC1212 Pleasant St Ste 202 Des Moines, IA 50309
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Practice

Office1300 37th St Ste 2 West Des Moines, IA 50266
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant St
    Des Moines, IA 50309
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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