OUR VISION FOR YOU
– Dr. Murrell
Ophthalmology and Oculoplastic
Surgery In Amarillo, Texas
Since opening his own practice in 1987, W. John W. Murrell M.D. has been providing patients with high-quality and personalized eye care. Dr. Murrell is a board-certified ophthalmologist and co-founder of Panhandle Eye Group and the Panhandle Eye Surgery Specialists Building, conveniently located in Amarillo, TX. Using state-of-the-art technology, Dr. Murrell has treated thousands of patients and performed thousands of successful surgeries for various eye conditions.
Dr. Murrell and his team offer a wide range of ophthalmology services and oculoplastic surgeries including cataract surgery, eyelid surgery, and dry eye treatment. In addition, Dr. Murrell provides cosmetic procedures including Botox for patients that want a younger and refreshed appearance. Whether you have cosmetic or functional concerns, our main goal is to provide our patients with treatment plans tailored to their ideal results. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Murrell, call (806) 351-1177.
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Meet With W. John W. Murrell, M.D.
W. John W. Murrell M.D. is a board-certified ophthalmologist in Amarillo, TX specializing in cataracts and oculoplastics. He is double certified by The American Board of Ophthalmology and by The American Society of Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgeons.
Dr. Murrell opened his own private practice in 1987 in Amarillo, Texas. He later co-created and co-founded the Panhandle Eye Group and the Panhandle Eye Surgery Specialists Building. He has treated thousands of patients and performed thousands of surgeries for cataracts, eyelids, dry eye, and cosmetics. Patients travel far and wide to receive Dr. Murrell’s excellent care, and his mission is to give each patient the best results while treating them with the utmost kindness and respect.
After graduating with honors from the University of Maine in 1977, Dr. Murrell earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1981. He then interned at Southwestern Medical School at St. Paul hospital in Dallas before graduating from ophthalmology residency at Texas Tech Health Science Center in 1986. He then completed his medical education with a fellowship in oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Texas Medical School in Houston in 1987.
Cataract Surgery In Amarillo, TX
At W. John W. Murrell, MD in Amarillo, TX, cataract surgery is performed with a strong focus on precision, advanced technology, and personalized care. Dr. Murrell, a highly experienced ophthalmologist, has performed thousands of cataract procedures and uses modern diagnostic tools to detect and address underlying eye conditions before surgery, helping optimize outcomes.
The procedure itself is a minimally invasive, small-incision technique that typically takes just 10–15 minutes, during which the cloudy natural lens is replaced with a customized intraocular lens (IOL) to restore clear vision. With a range of lens options tailored to each patient’s lifestyle and visual goals, cataract surgery at Dr. Murrell’s practice offers a safe, efficient path to long-lasting vision improvement and enhanced quality of life.
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