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

She is great! I have Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and she could not be more understanding. She addressed all of my eye issues. She is compassionate and above all else, she doesn't dismiss you as if you are a number. We get that a lot in the eds community. I will definitely recommend her.
Excellent care! She was kind and caring. Dr. Marek Listed to my concerns and evaluated my situation in a timely manner. And I was treated and able to go back to work the same day. This was my first time seeing this Doctor and I am pleased.
Very personable. Dr. Marek was through explaining the problem, and the procedure. I was very comfortable and not nervous as I tend to be when talking ti doctors !
Dr Marek has the skills and work ethic to instill complete confidence in her patient, letting you know that you are putting your trust in the right doctor.
Knowledgable, communicates clearly, answered all my questions, went out of her way to accommodate my schedule. .
Very kind. And makes me feel heard.
Very nice Doctor
Skilled professional steady hands all I want when performing surgery on my eye.
Liked her bedside manner, informative, professional, answered questions in Laymans terms. Love everything about her!
Very good and pleasant bed side manner, I would recommend her to anyone, she is the best dr