Roya Attar, OD

Roya Attar, OD

Specialties: Optometry

Gender: Female

Biography: Dr. Roya Attar, O.D., M.B.A., D.H.A, is an accomplished Associate Professor and Director of Optometric Services at the Department of Ophthalmology, University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC). As a licensed and credentialed Optometrist, Dr. Attar brings a wealth of expertise and experience to her role.

Dr. Attar obtained her Doctorate of Optometry from the UIW Rosenberg School of Optometry and holds a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Pikeville College of Business. With a strong commitment to providing exceptional patient care, Dr. Attar specializes in the evaluation and treatment of complex refractive needs, delivering comprehensive optometric services to all her patients.

In 2018, Dr. Attar made history by becoming the first optometrist to join the faculty of the Department of Ophthalmology at UMMC. Her contributions to teaching and patient care have garnered regional and national acclaim. In recognition of her outstanding achievements, she was awarded the Young Optometrist of the Year by the American Optometric Association and the Southern Council of Optometrists in 2020. Additionally, in 2022, Dr. Attar was selected for the prestigious Young Optometrist of the Year award by Women in Optometry, further highlighting her excellence in the field.

Dr. Attar's dedication to professional growth led her to pursue a second doctorate degree, graduating in 2023 with a doctorate in health administration from the UMMC School of Health Related Professions. This additional qualification enables her to make valuable contributions to the advancement of healthcare administration and further enhance her ability to provide exceptional care to her patients.

In addition to her clinical expertise, Dr. Attar is a highly respected and sought-out educator. She is frequently invited to provide educational lectures at local, state, regional, and national meetings, sharing her knowledge and insights with fellow professionals. Her expertise and reputation have earned her positions on several advisory boards, where she serves as a key opinion leader, providing valuable guidance and shaping the future of the field.

A distinguished fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (AAO), Dr. Attar actively serves on the executive committee for the AAO Retina Special Interest Group. She is also a valued member of the American Optometric Association Leadership Development Committee and currently serves as the president of her local optometric society.

Prior to joining UMMC, Dr. Attar held the position of Assistant Clinical Professor and director of professional relations at The University of Pikeville, Kentucky College of Optometry. Her diverse experiences and expertise strengthen her ability to address the complex needs of her patients and contribute to the field of optometry.

With her extensive expertise, dedication to patient care, and multiple accomplishments, Dr. Roya Attar is a highly respected professional in the field of optometry and a valuable asset to the Department of Ophthalmology at UMMC.

My Approach to Healthcare

Patient-centered holistic approach with emphasis on caring for the whole person.

Practice Locations

1 Lakeland Medical - UMMC
764 Lakeland Drive, Jackson, MS 39216
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Accepted Insurance Plans

The University of Mississippi Medical Center accepts all plans, but may not be an in-network provider with your plan. We encourage you to contact your insurer and ask if the plan is in network with UMMC. Always contact your insurance carrier for specific coverage information.

*Note: Grenada and Holmes County locations have different payor contracts. Oral Surgeons are considered in-network to the medical health plans listed below NOT dental.

Jackson and Madison

Medicare health insurance plans

  • Devoted Health
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Medicare - Fee for Service
  • Railroad Medicare - Fee for Service
  • Shared Health Mississippi
  • United Healthcare (except HMO)
  • Vantage Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
  • Wellcare - Medicare Advantage

Medicaid health plans

  • Mississippi Medicaid Fee for Service
  • MS CAN Plans: Magnolia, Molina, TrueCare
  • MS CHIP: Magnolia, Molina, TrueCare

Dental plans

  • Always Care
  • Avesis
  • Medicaid Fee for Service
  • MS CAN: Magnolia Health Plan, Molina HealthCare, TrueCare
  • Ambetter
  • Unum

Vision plans

  • EyeMed
  • First Look
  • March Vision

Commercial, Marketplace and other health plans

  • Aetna Health Management (excludes UMMC Madison)
  • Ambetter
  • American Life Care - PHCS/Multiplan
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • BCBS Federal
  • Celtic (Transplants)
  • Cigna PPO (excludes transplants; excludes UMMC Madison)
  • Corvel Healthcare Corp (Workers Comp.)
  • First Choice Health Plan - includes Humana PPO Commercial, but not Humana Medicare Advantage
  • First Health Network/Coventry - Aetna
  • Government Employees Health Insurance Association (GEHA) - United Healthcare
  • Interlink Health Services (Transplant)
  • LifeTrac (Transplant)
  • Mississippi Department of Rehab Services (MDRS)
  • Mississippi Physicians Care Network (MPCN)
  • Mississippi State and School Employees' Health Insurance Plan (AHS Network administered by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi)
  • Multiplan - PHCS/American Life Care
  • North Mississippi Health Link
  • OptumHealth Care Solutions, Inc. (Transplant)
  • OptumHealth VA CCN 
  • PPO Plus, LLC/Zelis/Stratose
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare: PPO Commercial (excludes HMO)
  • Vantage Health Plan: Commercial, PPACA Plan
  • Veterans Administration

Behavioral health plans

  • United Behavioral Health
  • Cigna Behavioral Health

Education

Graduate School:University of Mississippi Medical Center
Medical Education:UIW Rosenberg School of Optometry

Experience

Current Positions

Assistant Professor, School of Medicine, The University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2500 North State Street, MS 3921607/2018 - Present

Specialty Certification Licensure

DEA05/2016 - 06/2025

Honors, Awards, and Recognition

Heartbeat Award, The University of Mississippi Medical Center Emergency Department2021
Young Optometrist of the Year, American Optometric Association2020
Young Optometrist of the South, Southern Council of Optometrists2020
Helen St. Claire Mississippi Young Optometrist of the Year, Mississippi Optometric Association2019