Dr. Amy Green-Simms is a compassionate, board-certified comprehensive ophthalmologist dedicated to providing personalized, high-quality eye care. She has a special interest in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, and eyelid procedures, and is committed to helping each patient feel comfortable, informed, and confident in their care.

She is honored to have been recognized by her peers as a Washingtonian Top Doctor every year from 2017 through 2025, as well as a Bethesda Magazine Top Doctor from 2021 to 2023 and a Northern Virginia Magazine Top Doctor in 2023.

She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and went on to receive her medical degree from the Mayo Clinic, where she was honored as a Laverne Brown Scholar. Dr. Green-Simms completed her internship in internal medicine and surgery at St. Francis Hospital in Evanston, Illinois, where she was named “Intern of the Year,” before returning to the Mayo Clinic for her ophthalmology residency.

Dr. Green-Simms is dedicated to offering her patients the most modern, evidence-based treatments available. In cataract surgery, she uses advanced technology—including laser-assisted techniques—to enhance precision and safety. She also offers a full range of intraocular lens options, including premium lenses designed to reduce dependence on glasses for distance, intermediate, and near vision.

For patients seeking an even more customized outcome, she provides Light Adjustable Lenses, which can be fine-tuned after surgery to help optimize vision based on each individual’s preferences and lifestyle. Dr. Green-Simms takes time to understand her patients’ visual goals and carefully guides them through these options, ensuring they feel informed and confident every step of the way.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Green-Simms has contributed to advancing the field of ophthalmology through her research, authoring a textbook chapter and nine articles in respected national journals. Her research on macular degeneration earned her a VitreoRetinal Surgery Foundation Research Award.

Dr. Green-Simms values connecting with people from all walks of life. She has studied biology in Israel and volunteered in Ghana with the Unite for Sight program, experiences that continue to shape her compassionate approach to care. Outside the office, she enjoys traveling, hiking, and photography.