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Dr. David B. Samimi, MD

Oculoplastic, Orbital & Lacrimal Surgery Ophthalmology
Speaks
English

2121 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 301, Santa Monica, CA 90403

(310) 453-1763 Verified profile October 2, 2026 Last updated
Dr. David B. Samimi, MD, Oculoplastic, Orbital & Lacrimal Surgery, Santa Monica, CA
Oculoplastic, Orbital & Lacrimal Surgery

Overview

Dr. David B. Samimi is an oculofacial plastic surgeon at Eyesthetica in Santa Monica and a clinical assistant professor of ophthalmology at the Keck School of Medicine of USC.

He graduated magna cum laude in economics from UCLA, earned his medical degree at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, completed his ophthalmology residency at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute and trained in oculofacial plastic surgery at LAC+USC Medical Center. At USC he teaches oculofacial plastic surgery and directs the annual Oculoplastic Suturing Course, and he is an associate preceptor for an ASOPRS-sponsored fellowship.

Dr. Samimi performs reconstructive and cosmetic eyelid surgery, ptosis repair, eyelid reconstruction after trauma or skin cancer, brow lifts and non-surgical treatments such as Botox and fillers.

Languages
English
Gender
Male
Video visits
In person only

Expertise

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • Eyelid surgery
  • Orbital disease
  • Tear duct surgery
  • Eyelid and facial aesthetics

Conditions Treated

  • Droopy eyelids (ptosis)
  • Excess eyelid skin
  • Thyroid eye disease
  • Orbital tumours and fractures
  • Watery eyes and blocked tear ducts
  • Eyelid lesions and skin cancers
  • Eyelid malposition

Procedures Performed

  • Ptosis repair
  • Upper and lower blepharoplasty
  • Orbital surgery and decompression
  • Endoscopic tear duct surgery (DCR)
  • Eyelid reconstruction
  • Orbital fracture repair
  • Botulinum toxin and filler

Credentials

Professional Memberships

  • American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

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Education & Training

  1. Other Degree2000 to 2003

    University of California, Los Angeles

    BA, Economics, Magna Cum Laude

  2. Medical School2007

    David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA

    Doctor of Medicine

  3. Residency2008 to 2011

    Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

    Ophthalmology

  4. Fellowship2013

    LAC+USC Medical Center

    Oculofacial plastic surgery

Insurance & Fees

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Location

Eyesthetica

2121 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 301
Santa Monica, CA 90403
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Hospital Affiliations

  • Providence Saint John's Health Center

    Admitting privileges, Santa Monica, CA

  • Keck School of Medicine of USC

    Teaching faculty, Los Angeles, CA

Questions Patients Ask

How do I book an appointment with Dr. David B. Samimi?

Call Eyesthetica at (310) 453-1763 to book or to ask about availability. Some specialists ask for a referral and recent eye records, and you should confirm insurance coverage when you call.

What should I bring to my first visit with Dr. David B. Samimi?

Bring your photo ID and insurance card, a list of your medicines and eye drops, your current glasses or contact lenses, and any previous eye test results or imaging. Your eyes may be dilated, so plan for a driver if needed.

What does Dr. David B. Samimi specialize in?

Dr. David B. Samimi practices Oculoplastic, Orbital & Lacrimal Surgery and Ophthalmology. Focus areas include Eyelid surgery, Orbital disease, Tear duct surgery and Eyelid and facial aesthetics.

Where does Dr. David B. Samimi practice?

Dr. David B. Samimi sees patients at Eyesthetica, 2121 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 301, Santa Monica, CA 90403.

Is Dr. David B. Samimi accepting new patients?

Dr. David B. Samimi is seeing existing patients only right now.

What languages does Dr. David B. Samimi speak?

Dr. David B. Samimi speaks English.

Which hospitals is Dr. David B. Samimi affiliated with?

Dr. David B. Samimi is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center and Keck School of Medicine of USC.

Where did Dr. David B. Samimi train?

Dr. David B. Samimi studied medicine at David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed residency at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute.

About This Profile

  • Verified profile

    Verified profile. Details checked against Practice website, hospital or university profile, and public provider directories on October 2, 2026.

  • Last updated

Sources

  1. Eyesthetica surgeon profile
  2. Doximity profile
  3. NPI Registry (CMS) lookup

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