The Dry Eye Center of Maryland
Founded in 1975, the practice philosophy has never changed. Our professional and personalized staff is dedicated to the practice of excellence. Through state-of-the-art technology, personal attention, continuing education, and clinical research, our team is committed to the highest level of patient care. Success is achieved by careful attention to detail from the beginning to the end and not taking any shortcuts. Quality is a process as well as a finished product. Our team of specialists has redefined and set the gold standard of care in the dry eye and contact lens industry, and are known as the experts by our peers. When it comes to contact lenses and dry eyes – we are the Doctor’s doctor.
Founded by two brothers, Dr. Thomas Azman and Dr. Irwin Azman, as a specialty practice limited to (specialty) contact lenses and dry eye treatment. Azman Eye Care Specialists and The Dry Eye Center of Maryland has since been recognized both nationally and internationally for excellence, not just in the contact lens field, but also in dry eye care, keratoconus, laser vision correction- pre/post-operative care, and Lasik Complications.
At The Dry Eye Center of Maryland we have the expertise and specialized equipment to focus on eye care problems that other offices can’t address: helping (severe) dry-eye patients; treating patients who have trouble wearing contact lenses, or those who have been told they can’t wear contacts. Our office maintains all the latest diagnostic instruments and dry eye treatments available. We have the latest instruments that can be found in only a few places in the country, including a wavefront topographer and aberrometer, which can find slight irregularities of the cornea and dryness of the eye. We are also continually involved in FDA studies involving contact lenses, contact lens solutions, dry eye diagnosis, and treatment. All of our specialized testing is required to offer the highest quality eye care to each and every individual patient.
Many contact lens wearers believe that dry eyes are a normal part of wearing contact lenses and that nothing can be done about the problem. Symptoms like eye fatigue, red eyes, and slightly blurred vision are all symptoms that can be addressed. The problem is that many practices don’t know how to deal with these critical issues. That’s why we have patients that come from Texas, Florida, Oregon, Colorado, New York, New Jersey and other states, and as far as India, South Africa, Australia, and Israel for the expert dry eye care that they can’t find anywhere else.
Our team of optometrists, ophthalmologists, surgeons, technicians, opticians, and staff work together to offer the most meticulous and personalized eye care available. They provide focused eye care to each individual patient.
Our doctors listen carefully to patients and prescribe treatment plans for each person and situation. “The most common complaint we get from people about doctors they have seen in the past is about the quality of eye examination,” says Dr. Thomas Azman. “A meticulous, comprehensive eye exam is essential,” he says. “Not an eye-glass exam, but one specifically for dry eye.” Dr. Benjamin Azman continues, “Most eye doctors see about 3, 000 patients a year, and because of that, they have less time to do a thorough review of a patient’s medical records and history. As a result, they don’t always have a complete picture of the patient’s eye-care background.” In contrast, the doctors at The Dry Eye Center of Maryland limit their patient load to 1,200 patients per year, allowing them to gather all the facts pertinent to each patient’s visual requirements.
At The Dry Eye Center of Maryland, in Timonium, MD, we ask about the details, and symptoms that many people live with, thinking they are normal. We take the time to listen to our patient’s needs and then discuss and explain all the treatment options available.
Our doctors form a relationship with our patients, and that is a rarity today. We have received hundreds of testimonials from patients expressing their gratitude for resolving problems that other doctors could not. Dr. Thomas Azman says, “I am most proud that each and every patient leaves my office with the understanding that they know we care about their eyes and their well-being.” At The Dry Eye Center of Maryland, that’s a level of commitment and service we offer that you won’t often find in today’s medical world
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Carmen Constantinescu2024-06-26Dr. Benjamin Azman is an incredibly caring and knowledgeable practitioner. I’ve seen lots of eye doctors until I got to him because no one was able to recommend decent treatment for my eye itching and swelling of years (dry eyes). I’ve experienced significant improvement and the treatments have felt so comfortable. I have received flexibility with treatment cost as well. I cannot recommend him and his office staff/clinicians enough. Thank you for a great medical experience!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Michelle Nolan2024-05-26My mother was going to a different eye doctor for 2 years and never improving. Plus, we would wait up to 3 hours to see the doctor. When I finally brought her here, what a difference. We do not have to wait for our appointment, the most we have waited is 5 minutes. My mother's dry eyes are so much better. The staff are wonderful and helpful. Dr. Azman takes the time to answer any questions that we have. I also see Dr. Azman for my dry eyes. I have recommended him to several of my relatives and friends. They are worth the hour drive for my mother and I.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Monica Giffhorn2024-05-25Great eye doctor in dealing with persistent dry eye. He was the first doctor to take the time to try to get to the root of the problem and make a diagnosis and treatment plan.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Patty Bornemann2024-05-24I’ve been suffering from dry eye disease for over 10 years. Retasis eyedrop’s were no longer working, and I was putting eyedrops, in, all day long. I found Dr Azman, who gave me a wonderful assessment, with all of the different assessment tools that they use. I was put on IPL treatments, with good results. My eyes do not feel like they did before this, much much better, not using eye drops, even close to the amount per day, that I was before . Dr Azman is very kind, explains everything, highly knowledgeable, gentle. His staff is very nice, attentive, and competent. I will eventually pick up my treatments in another 6 to 12 months It feels wonderful to know that I have ongoing help with my eye disease, And then it works!!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nydia Yates2024-03-04Dr. Benjamin Azman equals real hope and enormous improvement for a sufferer, like me with an extreme case of chronic blepharitis /(MGD anterior posterior). His vast knowledge of the lastest medicine, procedures, and maintenance hygiene has truly been life changing for me. He takes a thorough history and exam that is customized to your particular situation for the best results and the health of your eye and skin. He is meticulous with the Blephex procedure and takes time to make sure that it is done completely and accurately to achieve 100% accuracy. He welcomes your questions, is patient , responds quickly to requests or concerns, and listens with compassion ... His recommendations brought great visible progress with each step of the journey. He makes referrals to complete your eye care needs and maintenance long term. Your eyes will greatly improve, no matter what you were previously told elsewhere. I truly wish I had gotten to his practice sooner!!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Alissa Hopper2024-02-01Dr. Azman is one of the best dry eye doctors around. He is extremely skilled and compassionate for what can be a very challenging condition. He knows the research well and explains clearly why he recommends different interventions.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
ragtoptaurus2024-01-31I have been nothing but impressed with this practice since the first day I walked through the door. From the staff at the front desk, who are pleasant and efficient, to the medical assistants that demonstrate professionalism and interest in the patient's well-being. Then there is Dr. Azman. He's knowledgeable, personable, and dedicated to finding solutions for what ails his patients. Keep up the excellent work!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Cliff McCann2023-09-12Dr Azman and his team are patient, kind and detail oriented. It is comforting to know that the Dr and his team care about their patients and their well being.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Kelly Kimbler2023-09-11I've always had sensitive eyes, but that sensitivity went to a whole new level this past spring when I started getting large styes that would not go away. At that point, my eyes were so sensitive, I stopped being able to tolerate any eye makeup no matter what brand, type or ingredients because it would make my styes worse. I also had a droopy left eyelid that began to negatively affect my vision so much that I couldn't complete a routine eye exam in early June, which is when I received my diagnosis of ocular rosacea. The treating optometrist at the time prescribed me medication that didn't work well for long, and told me that intense pulsed light (IPL) might be an option for me, although he didn't offer that treatment at his office nor could my provider offer me any option for that type of treatment for months. After that, I researched my condition and decided my best option was to find a dry eye specialist who offered IPL treatments for people like me, and who could schedule me for a treatment evaluation quickly. That's when I found Dr. Azman and Azman Eye Care Specialists. Best move I ever made for my eyes! Dr. Azman himself offered the greatly appreciated personal approach of speaking with me directly before scheduling my evaluation very quickly, which is something no eye care office I had called seemed able to do. My evaluation was comprehensive, and my recommended treatment of four IPL sessions started within the two weeks that followed it. These four sessions have made a world of difference for my eyes (my before treatment, mid treatment, and after treatment pictures SHOW it); my styes went away, my eye inflammation went WAY down, the skin around my eyes looks and feels healthier, and Dr. Azman's treatments very likely saved my eye's tear and oil glands from severe and permanent damage. I am happily now a loyal patient of Azman Eye Care Specialists.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Lori Speer2023-08-17Dr. Azman is simply incredible. He is extremely knowledgeable and so caring and patient. He truly listens and goes over and above to provide the best care possible. He is everything a Dr. should be. The staff is so friendly and helpful as well. I love this practice! Dr. Azman is the best Dr. ever! I highly highly recommend him if you want the highest quality care!
