Hussain Elhalis, M.D.
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Hussain Elhalis, M.D.

Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgery

  • PRIMARY SPECIALTY

Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive Surgeon

  • PRACTICE LOCATIONS

200 West Office & Heath Brook Office

  • LICENSE & NPI

FL License #ME119110
NPI #1598086043

  • BOARD CERTIFIED

American Academy of Ophthalmology

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About Dr. Elhalis

Hussain Elhalis, M.D., is a cataract surgeon in Ocala, fellowship trained in laser vision, cataract, cornea, and refractive surgery. He practices general ophthalmology with primary interests in refractive cataract surgery. He uses sutureless techniques and provides the latest in premium lens implant technology. His goal is to allow his patients the opportunity to regain youthful vision and greater independence from glasses and contact lenses. Dr. Elhalis also specializes in laser vision correction with LASIK and PRK, and corneal transplantation using the latest DSAEK and DMAEK techniques.

After graduating with honors in biological sciences from Wayne State University in 2005, Dr. Elhalis attended medical school through the scholars program at Ross University School of Medicine. He was awarded highest honors for graduating in the top five percent of his medical school class. It was during medical school that he developed an interest in ophthalmology.

“The field of ophthalmology has already achieved monumental advancements in cataract and laser surgery, resulting in outcomes that could not have been imagined three or four decades ago. The ability to provide these types of outcomes to patients was likely the greatest influencing factor that led me to choose ophthalmology as a career, ” says Dr. Elhalis.

He then completed his internal medicine training at Henry Ford Hospital in Michigan. Dr. Elhalis completed his ophthalmology residency and fellowship specialty training at the University of Florida in Gainesville.

During his ophthalmology training, Dr. Elhalis cared for service members at the naval air station in Jacksonville, FL, treating ocular injuries and performing laser vision correction for pilots and navy officers.

In addition to his work at Ocala Eye, Dr. Elhalis is dedicated to educating patients and the public about eye health and the latest advancements in ophthalmology. He regularly shares his knowledge and insights on his personal website, elhalismd.com. Here, you can find a wealth of information on topics ranging from cataract surgery and LASIK to refractive lens exchange and more. Whether you’re a patient looking to understand more about your eye health or a fellow professional seeking the latest in the field, Dr. Elhalis’s website is a valuable resource.

Dr. Elhalis is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Florida Society of Ophthalmology, Cornea Society, American Society of Cornea & Refractive Surgery, and the International Society of Refractive Surgery.

“It is an honor to help my patients achieve their best possible vision and improve their quality of life,” says Dr. Elhalis.

Specialties & Conditions Treated

  • Primary Specialty

Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgery

Ophthalmology

Cornea Surgery

Refractive Surgery

  • Conditions Treated
  • Cataracts
  • Refractive Errors & Presbyopia
  • Corneal Diseases & Dystrophies
  • Ocular Trauma & Corneal Injuries
  • Age-Related Vision Changes
  • Astigmatism
  • Surgical & Medical Procedures
  • Cataract Surgery
  • General Eye exams
  • Refractive Lens Exchange
  • LASIK
  • Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery
  • YAG Laser
  • Corneal Transplants
  • Pterygium
  • DSLT Laser

LASIK

Laser vision correction designed to reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses.

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Dry Eye Treatment

Personalized therapies to relieve burning, irritation, and blurry vision caused by dry eye disease.

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Education, Training & Certifications

Professional Affiliations

American Academy of Ophthalmology

American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery

Professional Profiles

Practice Locations & Hours

  • 8520 S.W. State Road 200
    Ocala, FL 34481

  • Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

  • 4414 SW College Rd, Suite #1462
    Ocala, FL 34474

  • Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Patient Reviews & Testimonials

Recent Patient Testimonials

“I was nervous at the beginning until the staff talked me through the procedure for Lasik. I had Dr. Elhalis and he was amazing!! They explained it in such details that I was not the least bit nervous. The entire team is so professional and informative. It was the easiest process I’ve ever experienced from the initial consultation all the way to the last follow up.”

Heather Cramer

Jun 2026

“My husband and I have seen Dr Elhalis for over ten years for eye exams, cataract surgery and corneal surgery. He is very knowledgeable and takes the time to show and explain his procedures. We hope to stay with him as our primary eye care professional. Thank you Dr Elhais and staff at Ocala Eye. We really do appreciate your caring and concern for us.”

K J

Jun 2025

“Dr. Elhalis was amazing. Very informative, professional and friendly. I could not of asked for a better doctor. I will recommend him highly to anyone needing cataract surgery. I don’t know what his name was but the young man that did all my tests was also a delight.”

Melissa S

Apr 2026

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What Dr. Elhalis’ Patients Are Saying

“A very knowledgeable, courteous, excellent people skills, caring and honest. He never rushed me and always answered all my questions. Ocala Eye got a good one in Dr. Elhalis!”

-Karen B.

Frequently Asked Questions

During his specialty training, Dr. Elhalis treated service members and performed laser vision correction for pilots and Navy officers at the Naval Air Station in Jacksonville, FL. Pilots require incredibly precise, high-definition vision. He brings that same military-grade standard of precision and exacting detail to every civilian LASIK, PRK, and refractive cataract procedure he performs today.

DSAEK and DMEK are the latest, most advanced forms of corneal transplantation. Instead of removing the entire thickness of the cornea (which requires extensive stitches and a long recovery), Dr. Elhalis replaces only the microscopic, diseased inner layer of the eye. This highly delicate technique results in much faster visual recovery, better final vision, and a significantly lower risk of the body rejecting the transplant.

Yes. Dr. Elhalis specializes in refractive cataract surgery, which treats the cataract while simultaneously correcting your lifelong prescription. By combining sutureless, microscopic surgical techniques with advanced premium lens implants (IOLs), his primary goal is to help patients regain youthful, vibrant vision and drastically reduce—or completely eliminate—their dependence on glasses or contacts.

Dr. Elhalis is deeply committed to patient education and transparency. He created his personal educational platform, elhalismd.com, to provide a wealth of accessible, easy-to-understand information on topics like LASIK, refractive lens exchange, and advanced cataract surgery. He believes that an educated patient feels more confident and experiences less anxiety before surgery.

Before specializing in ophthalmology, Dr. Elhalis completed internal medicine training at Henry Ford Hospital in Michigan. This strong foundational medical background gives him a deeper understanding of how systemic diseases—like diabetes, hypertension, or autoimmune conditions—impact ocular health and surgical healing, allowing for safer, more holistic patient care.

Dr. Elhalis is not just a general ophthalmologist; he is a fellowship-trained specialist. After finishing at the top five percent of his medical school class, he completed an intensive fellowship specifically dedicated to the cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery at the University of Florida in Gainesville. This extra tier of specialized surgical training equips him to handle the most complex eye conditions safely.

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