Name: Dr. Henok Araya

Specialty: Ophthalmology

Qualification / Board Certification: Board Certified in Ophthalmology (per available records); specific additional board certifications not publicly confirmed

Affiliation(s): Vita Surgical Group — Washington, DC

Locations (City/State): Washington, DC

Languages Spoken: Not publicly listed — contact office to confirm

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: Not publicly listed in available records — contact office to confirm

About the Doctor

Dr. Henok Araya, MD is an Ophthalmologist with over 20 years of medical practice experience, based in Washington, DC and affiliated with Vita Surgical Group. His professional background is rooted in ophthalmology — the medical and surgical specialty focused on the diagnosis and treatment of eye and vision disorders. Over the course of his career in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, Dr. Araya has served a broad patient community and developed a practice known for accessibility and patient comfort.

Patient reviews of Dr. Araya at Vita Surgical Group span multiple years and reflect a range of patient experiences. A number of reviewers have praised his bedside manner, describing him as genuinely caring, attentive to patient comfort, and supportive throughout procedures and recovery. Patients have noted his friendly staff, professional environment, and fair pricing. Some long-term patients have described returning to his practice over many years for repeat consultations and treatments.

It is important for prospective patients to note that some patient reviews in the public record raise questions about the scope of services offered at Vita Surgical Group relative to Dr. Araya’s primary board certification in ophthalmology. Patients are strongly advised to directly verify Dr. Araya’s current credentials, board certifications, and scope of practice with his office before scheduling any procedure, particularly for services outside the field of ophthalmology.

Dr. Araya is currently accepting new patients at his Washington, DC practice.

Highlights at a glance:

• Over 20 years of medical experience
• Ophthalmologist — eye and vision medicine specialty
• Associated with Vita Surgical Group in Washington, DC
• Long-standing patient base in the Washington metropolitan area
• Known for attentive bedside manner and patient comfort focus
• Currently accepting new patients
• Contact office to verify current credentials, services, and insurance

Education & Training

Specific details of Dr. Araya’s medical school, residency program, and fellowship training are not publicly listed in the available source document. Patients seeking information about his educational background and board certifications are strongly encouraged to contact his office directly at (202) 452-1332 to verify his credentials before scheduling any consultation or procedure.

• Medical School: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
• Residency: Ophthalmology Residency — specific program not publicly listed
• Fellowship / Additional Training: Not publicly listed — contact office to confirm
• Board Certification: Board certified in Ophthalmology per available records — patients are advised to confirm current board certification status and specialty scope directly with the practice
• Years of Experience: Over 20 years

Medical Conditions Treated

As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Araya’s primary specialty involves the diagnosis and treatment of eye and vision-related conditions. Standard ophthalmological conditions treated by practitioners in this specialty include:

• Refractive Errors — Myopia (Nearsightedness), Hyperopia (Farsightedness) & Astigmatism
• Cataracts & Age-Related Lens Changes
• Glaucoma — Open-Angle & Angle-Closure
• Dry Eye Syndrome & Ocular Surface Disease
• Diabetic Retinopathy & Diabetic Eye Disease
• Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
• Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye) & Ocular Infections
• Eyelid Disorders — Ptosis, Ectropion & Chalazion
• Retinal Disorders & Vitreous Conditions
• Corneal Diseases & Corneal Abrasions
• Amblyopia (Lazy Eye) & Strabismus (Crossed Eyes)
• Eye Injuries & Foreign Body Removal
• Visual Field Defects & Neurological Eye Conditions
• Blepharitis & Eyelid Inflammation

Note: For specific conditions currently treated at Dr. Araya’s practice, patients are advised to contact the office directly at (202) 452-1332 to confirm the current scope of clinical services offered.

Medical Procedures Performed

Based on his ophthalmology specialty and patient review references, procedures associated with Dr. Araya’s practice have included:

• Comprehensive Eye Examinations & Vision Assessments
• Cataract Surgery — Phacoemulsification & IOL Implantation
• LASIK & Refractive Vision Correction (as referenced in patient reviews)
• Botulinum Toxin (Botox) Injections — Periocular & Cosmetic Applications
• Glaucoma Evaluation & Intraocular Pressure Testing
• Retinal Examination & Fundus Photography
• Diabetic Eye Screening & Retinal Assessment
• Visual Field Testing
• Eyelid Evaluation & Minor Eyelid Procedures
• Ocular Surface Procedures & Dry Eye Treatments
• Consultation & Referral Coordination

Note: Patients are strongly advised to contact Dr. Araya’s office directly at (202) 452-1332 to confirm the complete and current list of procedures offered at his practice and to verify that any desired procedure falls within his confirmed board-certified scope of practice.

Services Offered

Dr. Araya’s practice at Vita Surgical Group in Washington, DC has offered a range of ophthalmic and related services to patients in the DC metropolitan area over the course of his 20-plus year career. His practice has been recognized by patients for its professional environment, accessible pricing, and attentive approach to patient care and comfort.

Comprehensive Eye Care & Vision Services As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Araya provides comprehensive eye examination services, assessing visual acuity, ocular health, and the presence of conditions that may affect long-term vision. Early detection and management of eye conditions is a priority of standard ophthalmological practice.

• Comprehensive eye examinations and visual acuity testing
• Prescription evaluation for corrective lenses and glasses
• Screening for glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration
• Diabetic eye disease screening and retinal evaluation
• Referrals to subspecialist ophthalmologists for complex eye conditions

Refractive Surgery Patient reviews reference LASIK and refractive vision correction procedures among services offered at Vita Surgical Group. Patients interested in refractive surgery options are encouraged to contact the office directly to confirm current availability, candidacy requirements, and pricing.

• LASIK consultation and vision correction evaluation
• Refractive error assessment — myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Pre- and post-operative refractive surgery care

Botulinum Toxin (Botox) Services Multiple patient reviews reference Botox treatment as a service provided by Dr. Araya, with some long-term patients describing years of ongoing Botox care. Botox is used in ophthalmology for functional indications such as blepharospasm and hemifacial spasm, as well as for cosmetic periocular applications.

• Botox injections for periocular and cosmetic applications
• Functional Botox for blepharospasm and eyelid spasm
• Long-term Botox management and follow-up care

Patient Comfort & Supportive Care Multiple patient reviews highlight Dr. Araya’s attentive bedside manner and focus on patient comfort throughout procedures and recovery. His practice environment has been described as professional, caring, and supportive.

• Patient-centered consultation and pre-procedure education
• Comfort-focused procedural care
• Post-procedure follow-up and recovery support

Important Notice for Prospective Patients Patient reviews in the public record include concerns raised about the scope of services offered at Vita Surgical Group relative to Dr. Araya’s primary board certification in ophthalmology. Prospective patients — particularly those seeking body contouring, liposuction, or plastic surgery procedures — are strongly encouraged to verify Dr. Araya’s current board certifications, credentialing, and scope of practice directly with his office and through independent credential verification resources before scheduling any procedure.

Accepted Insurances

Specific insurance plan information is not publicly listed for Dr. Araya’s practice. Patients are advised to contact the office directly at (202) 452-1332 to confirm accepted insurance plans and out-of-pocket costs before scheduling. Common insurance carriers accepted by ophthalmology practices in Washington, DC include:

• Medicare
• Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
• Aetna / CVS Health
• UnitedHealthcare
• Cigna
• Medicaid (DC Medicaid)
• Self-Pay / Private Pay (contact office for current pricing)

Note: Insurance acceptance is not publicly confirmed for this practice. Always verify directly with the office.

Practice Locations

Location 1 — Primary Office (Washington, DC) Address: 908 New Hampshire Ave NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20037

Phone: (202) 452-1332

Hospital Affiliations

Specific hospital affiliations are not publicly listed for Dr. Araya at this time. Patients seeking information about his hospital privileges are encouraged to contact his office directly at (202) 452-1332. Major hospitals serving the Washington, DC area where ophthalmologists commonly hold privileges include:

• MedStar Georgetown University Hospital — Washington, DC
• MedStar Washington Hospital Center — Washington, DC
• George Washington University Hospital — Washington, DC
• Howard University Hospital — Washington, DC