Dr. Amro Omari
Dr. Amro Omari is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship trained vitreoretinal surgeon at the Retina Specialists of Michigan. After moving from the United Kingdom, Dr. Omari completed his undergraduate studies at Wayne State University. He graduated with distinction and achieved multiple academic awards. He then pursued his medical doctorate at the University of Michigan, one of the top medical schools in the country. His commitment to ophthalmology and research was evident in medical school, where he took a research fellowship at the prestigious Kellogg Eye Center of the University of Michigan. During his time there, he received the Robert Goldsmith award for outstanding scientific achievement and clinical prowess in the field of ophthalmology.
Following medical school, Dr. Omari completed his residency at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, where he worked with world–renowned physicians from the Associated Retinal Consultants. His dedication to teaching and research was evident through his numerous peer-reviewed publications, presentations at conferences, and mentorship of both medical students and residents. He was liked by faculty and students alike, which culminated in his receipt of the resident teaching award, for exemplary behavior and teaching of residents and medical students.
Dr. Omari further advanced his training by completing a fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the prestigious Scheie Eye Institute of the University of Pennsylvania, consistently ranked as one of the top eye hospitals in the country. During fellowship, he learned from pioneers in the field of vitreoretinal surgery. He has undergone exceptional training and possesses extensive experience in managing a broad spectrum of ocular conditions. His experience extends to performing complex retinal surgeries, intraocular lens exchanges, and subretinal injections for gene therapy—a technique mastered by only a select few retina specialists. He was also honored with the Fellowship Excellence Award for his dedication and passion for resident education, behavior as a role model for residents, and clinical excellence during his time at the Scheie Eye Institute.
Dr. Omari is highly dedicated to providing outstanding care for his patients and developing strong ties to the community. Outside of work, Dr. Omari likes to play soccer and pickleball, watch sports, travel, and spend time with family and friends.
Education
- B.S. Wayne State University 2013
- M.D. University of Michigan Medical School 2019
- Transitional Year Residency, Corewell Health Royal Oak 2020
- Ophthalmology Residency, Corewell Health Royal Oak 2023
- Retina Surgery Fellowship, Scheie Eye Institute/University of Pennsylvania 2025