We’re proud to announce that four of our distinguished physicians—Dr. Omar Awad, Dr. David Hardten, Dr. Jill Melicher, and Dr. Thomas Samuelson—have been named 2025 Top Doctors by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine.
This annual recognition is based on peer nominations and highlights physicians who are respected by their colleagues for their medical expertise, dedication to patient care, and leadership in their specialty. To be named a Top Doctor is a reflection of both individual excellence and the collective commitment to advancing healthcare.
A Closer Look at Our Honorees
- Dr. Omar Awad is known for his precision and innovation in refractive and cataract surgery. His dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for each patient has made him a trusted leader in vision correction and surgical care.
- Dr. David Hardten is internationally recognized for his work in cornea and complex anterior segment surgery. A respected educator and researcher, he plays a vital role in training new surgeons and advancing the future of ophthalmology.
- Dr. Jill Melicher specializes in oculoplastic surgery, offering both functional and cosmetic eyelid procedures. Her thoughtful, patient-centered care is evident in the trust she builds with patients and the lasting results she delivers.
- Dr. Thomas Samuelson is a trailblazer in glaucoma care and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS). His leadership and contributions have helped shape how glaucoma is treated not just locally, but globally.
Honoring a Legacy of Excellence
At Minnesota Eye Consultants, we celebrate these achievements not only as individual milestones but as reflections of the high standards we strive for as a practice. Recognition like this reinforces our mission to combine innovation, education, and compassionate care in everything we do.
We’re also grateful for our strong partnerships with referring providers and the greater medical community. Together, we’re improving vision and transforming lives—one patient at a time.
Please join us in congratulating Drs. Awad, Hardten, Melicher, and Samuelson on their well-earned recognition as 2025 Top Doctors!
