Dr. Mahmoud A. Khaimi, MD

Expert Publications

• Canaloplasty using iTrack 250 Microcatheter with Suture Tensioning on Schlemm's Canal.
• A review of canaloplasty.
• Outcomes of Bleb Revision With Mitomycin C After Ex-PRESS Shunt Surgery.
• Canaloplasty: A Minimally Invasive and Maximally Effective Glaucoma Treatment.
• An Analysis of 3-Year Outcomes Following Canaloplasty for the Treatment of Open-Angle Glaucoma.

Media Releases

A Leader in Ophthalmology Education and Practice

Dr. Mahmoud A. Khaimi, MD, is a board certified and fellowship-trained ophthalmologist specializing in glaucoma, cataracts, and premium cataract surgery. His exceptional career and devotion to advancing eye care have positioned him as a leading expert in the industry.

Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Khaimi serves as the Clinical Professor, James P. Luton, MD Endowed Chair in Ophthalmology, and Glaucoma Fellowship Director at the prestigious Dean McGee Eye Institute/University of Oklahoma Department of Ophthalmology in Oklahoma City. His commitment to educating future ophthalmologists has garnered him the 2010 Excellence in Attending at VA Award for his outstanding contributions to residents’ education.

A native of Detroit, Michigan, Dr. Khaimi received his undergraduate and medical degrees from Wayne State University School of Medicine, graduating Summa Cum Laude with honors. He then completed an internship at St. John’s Hospital and Medical Center, followed by a residency in ophthalmology at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. This training was followed by a fellowship in glaucoma at the Dean McGee Eye Institute, where he later joined the faculty. 

Board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, Dr. Khaimi is a member of esteemed organizations such as the American Glaucoma Society, the American Academy of Ophthalmology (where he serves as a glaucoma panel member on the Practicing Ophthalmologist Curriculum Committee), the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the Oklahoma Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Medical Association, and the Chandler Grant Society. 

Throughout his line of work, Dr. Khaimi has contributed to numerous book chapters, publications, research in glaucoma, and serves as a scientific reviewer for several ophthalmology journals. He has also served on expert panels for the American Glaucoma Society in setting priorities for glaucoma research, and is the lead ophthalmologist for the Oklahoma City Thunder NBA team. 

Named the 2017 Innovator of the Year by “The Journal Record,” Dr. Khaimi continues to push boundaries with his pioneering techniques and dedication to improving patient outcomes. His development of the minimally invasive procedure known as ABiC has provided a safe and effective alternative for patients with glaucoma.

In April 2023, Dr. Khaimi made history by being the first surgeon in the U.S. to perform canaloplasty with the iTrack™ Advance. This cutting-edge surgical innovation enhances efficiency and precision, showcasing Dr. Khaimi’s relentless pursuit of excellence in ophthalmic surgery.

One of his significant accolades is the release of the book, “Essentials of Glaucoma Surgery”, which was published in June 2012 and has been widely distributed. Dr. Khaimi served as associate editor for the text and was also personally involved in the composition of multiple chapters. The book is the first of its kind for glaucoma surgery and provides a window into glaucoma surgical procedures with rapid insight and ready-to-reference information from more than 50 experienced surgeons in the profession.

Named to the widely respected Best Doctors in America list and selected as one of America’s Top Ophthalmologists by Guide to America’s Top Ophthalmologists, Consumers’ Research Council of America, Dr. Khaimi’s effective interest in the development of glaucoma-related surgical innovations and his involvement in numerous clinical trials have allowed him to be active in publishing and presenting his work nationally. As the primary and co-investigator for several studies, he continues to shape the future of ophthalmology with his invaluable contributions to the field.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Dr. Khaimi enjoys a fulfilling family life with his wife, Suzie, and six children in Edmond, Oklahoma. An avid hunter and fisherman, he and his family share a love for the outdoors, enriching their lives with nature’s beauty.

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