Dr. Samantha L. Marek, MD is a board-certified and fellowship-trained cornea specialist. Originally from Cleveland, OH, she earned her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati and pursued ophthalmology training at the University of Pennsylvania. She is excited to return to the region and provide care to the community where she trained. Dr. Marek specializes in a wide range of corneal procedures, advanced cataract surgery, and refractive surgery. She completed the highest volume cornea transplant fellowship in the country under the guidance of the president of the Cornea Society.
Dr. Samantha L. Marek, MD is a board-certified and fellowship-trained cornea specialist. Originally from Cleveland, OH, she earned her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati and pursued ophthalmology training at the University of Pennsylvania. She is excited to return to the region and provide care to the community where she trained. Dr. Marek specializes in a wide range of corneal procedures, advanced cataract surgery, and refractive surgery. She completed the highest volume cornea transplant fellowship in the country under the guidance of the president of the Cornea Society.
Dr. Samantha L. Marek, MD is a board-certified and fellowship-trained cornea specialist. Originally from Cleveland, OH, she earned her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati and pursued ophthalmology training at the University of Pennsylvania. She is excited to return to the region and provide care to the community where she trained.
Dr. Marek specializes in a wide range of corneal procedures, advanced cataract surgery, and refractive surgery. She completed the highest volume cornea transplant fellowship in the country under the guidance of the president of the Cornea Society. Additionally, she has had numerous papers published and is currently contributing chapters to the upcoming edition of the Cornea textbook.
Dr. Marek dedicates time to her patients, attentively listening and ensuring you fully understand your eye health. She recognizes that visits can be a source of nervousness and strives to comfort and alleviate any concerns you may have. Dr. Marek prioritizes addressing all patient questions, demonstrating kindness and empathy throughout your care.
SAMANTHA L. MAREK, MD
Cornea, Cataract, Refractive Surgery
Samantha L. Marek, MD is a board-certified and fellowship-trained cornea specialist. Originally from Cleveland, OH, she earned her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati and pursued ophthalmology training at the University of Pennsylvania. She is excited to return to the region and provide care to the community where she trained.
Dr. Marek specializes in a wide range of corneal procedures, advanced cataract surgery, and refractive surgery. She completed the highest volume cornea transplant fellowship in the country under the guidance of the president of the Cornea Society. Additionally, she has had numerous papers published and is currently contributing chapters to the upcoming edition of the Cornea textbook.
Dr. Marek dedicates time to her patients, attentively listening and ensuring you fully understand your eye health. She recognizes that visits can be a source of nervousness and strives to comfort and alleviate any concerns you may have. Dr. Marek prioritizes addressing all patient questions, demonstrating kindness and empathy throughout your care.
Education
Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from Case Western Reserve University
Doctor of Medicine degree from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Internship at Einstein Medical Center
Ophthalmology residency at Scheie Eye Institute
Cornea fellowship at Eye Consultants of Atlanta
POSITIONS/DISTINCTIONS
Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
Member of Cornea Society
Gold Humanism Honor Society
Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
AWARDS
Outstanding Intern of the Year, Einstein Medical Center
Listens very well. Explains things very clearly.
Dr Marek listened to my concerns and addressed them thoroughly. She picked up on small details and took care of them before they became problems. Her staff is also top flight - Kimberly examined me prior to my meeting with Dr Marek and set up things well for that encounter.
Excellent visit. Dr Marek was personable , knowledgeable and explained my condition well, She ordered something that should help. Her nurse was very helpful also.
Professional, knowledgeable. Demonstrated she had prepared for the visit and clearly explained eye changes I should watch for regarding a medication I'm taking for bladder cystitis.
Very informative and answered all my questions
Staff were excellent and efficient. Dr. Marek was excellent. Very thorough. Took the time to explain everything. total visit was a 5 out of 5.
Dr Marek is very knowledgeable, compassionate and takes time to explain everything.
Very good “bed-side-manner” Kind Knowledgable I look forward to continuing with Dr Marek’s care
This Doctor is excellent. She is very patient and takes her time to listen and explain what is going on. Her supporting staff is awesome!
Very professional and very knowledgeable and kind person