Kamel Itani, M.D.

Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center

Ophthalmology
Oculoplastic & Orbital Surgery
Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation

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Biography

Kamel M. Itani, M.D., is a Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He specializes in oculoplastic and orbital surgery and ophthalmic oncology.

Dr. Itani earned his medical degree at the American University of Beirut, where he also completed a residency in ophthalmology. He received advanced training in standardized ophthalmic echography through a fellowship at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics and in plastic, orbital, and reconstructive eye surgery through a fellowship at the University of Michigan W.K. Kellogg Eye Center. He also completed a second residency in ophthalmology at UT Southwestern.

Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, he joined the UT Southwestern faculty in 1993.

Dr. Itani has authored numerous academic papers, letters, and book chapters and is a national and international lecturer on ophthalmic surgery and oncology.

He is a member of a number of professional organizations, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the Texas Medical Association, the Dallas County Medical Society, and the Dallas Academy of Ophthalmology.

Dr. Itani has been named a Super Doctor by Texas Monthly .

Education & Training

Fellowship - University of Michigan Medical School (1988-1989), Eye Plastic, Orbital, & Reconstructive Surgery
Internship - American University Medical Center (1982-1983), Internal Medicine
Residency - American University Medical Center (1984-1986), Ophthalmology
Fellowship - University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics (1986-1987), Standardized Ophthalmic Echography
Residency - UT Southwestern Medical Center (1990-1993), Ophthalmology
Medical School - American University - Beirut (1979-1982)

Professional Associations & Affiliations

American Academy of Ophthalmology
Texas Medical Association
American Medical Association
Dallas County Medical Society
American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Dallas Academy of Ophthalmology

Honors & Awards

D Magazine Best Doctor 2020-2021
Texas Monthly Magazine 2014, Super Doctors

Clinical Focus

Oculoplastic & Orbital Surgery
Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation
Ocular oncology
Cosmetic Facial Surgery
Skin Cancer Reconstruction
Surgical Treatment of Head & Neck Cancers
Head & Neck Reconstructive Surgery
Facial Paralysis Surgery & Restoration
Facial Plastic Surgery
Facial Nerve Disorders
Medical Treatment of Head and Neck Cancer
Surgery for Skin Cancer
Surgical Treatment of Benign Head & Neck Conditions
Facial Paralysis Correction Surgery
Non-Surgical Treatment Options
Melanoma
Radiation Therapy for Melanoma
Radiation Therapy for Ocular Melanoma
Laser & Skin Care
Skin Cancer
Facial Trauma
Head & Neck Cancers

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