W John W Murrell, MD

W John W Murrell, MD Dr. Murrell is a board certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataracts and oculoplastic surgery. W. John W. Murrell M.D.

is a board certified ophthalmologist 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 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 also completed a fellowship in oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Texas Medical School in 1987. Dr. Murrell is married with two daughters and one granddaughter. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling with his family, playing golf with friends, and cheering on his favorite sports teams: the New England Patriots, the Boston Red Sox, the San Antonio Spurs, and the University of Maine Black Bear hockey team.

Symptoms of dry eyes can include burning, excessive tearing, and discomfort wearing contact lenses. If you're suffering ...
08/12/2026

Symptoms of dry eyes can include burning, excessive tearing, and discomfort wearing contact lenses. If you're suffering with any of these symptoms, we can help!

If you've experienced an ocular or orbital injury, injuries may require only observation or surgery spanning from simple...
08/10/2026

If you've experienced an ocular or orbital injury, injuries may require only observation or surgery spanning from simple to complex. It’s best to get your injury evaluated by a professional! Call us today!

With your eyes being the first thing people notice, you want them to look their best! Eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty c...
08/07/2026

With your eyes being the first thing people notice, you want them to look their best! Eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty corrects the sagging excess skin and fat in the eye area to help you look younger, more alert, and less tired. Are you ready?

Each challenge makes you stronger and more resilient. Don't give up!
08/06/2026

Each challenge makes you stronger and more resilient. Don't give up!

Tears need to have all three layers to perform their function on the eyes. Without the right balance between oil, water,...
08/05/2026

Tears need to have all three layers to perform their function on the eyes. Without the right balance between oil, water, and mucus, the eyes can become irritated and susceptible to infection. This can also lead to what is known as dry eye.

In some cases, an eyelid lift is needed not just for aesthetic reasons, but to improve our patients' vision. In severe c...
08/03/2026

In some cases, an eyelid lift is needed not just for aesthetic reasons, but to improve our patients' vision. In severe cases, excess skin on the upper eyelid can affect peripheral vision. Blepharoplasty, or an eyelid lift, can remove the excess skin to improve both vision and appearance.

There are many surgical procedures that an oculoplastic surgeon has the unique training to perform. If you’re interested...
07/31/2026

There are many surgical procedures that an oculoplastic surgeon has the unique training to perform. If you’re interested in learning more about the services we offer, visit our website or give us a call today.

Sometimes, dry eyes can be a result of your lifestyle. Smoking ci******es, eating unhealthy foods, or straining your eye...
07/29/2026

Sometimes, dry eyes can be a result of your lifestyle. Smoking ci******es, eating unhealthy foods, or straining your eyes by looking at a computer screen for too long can all contribute to dry eye syndrome. Learn more about dry eye by visiting our website!

Cataracts are a very common condition to develop as you get older. Luckily, cataract surgery is very effective in improv...
07/27/2026

Cataracts are a very common condition to develop as you get older. Luckily, cataract surgery is very effective in improving a patient’s vision. The treatment takes only a few minutes and often results in better vision than existed before cataracts developed. Give our office a call, we’d be happy to speak with you about considering cataract surgery.

As we age, our eyelid skin stretches, and the muscles supporting them thin. If your droopy eyelids bother you, you may w...
07/24/2026

As we age, our eyelid skin stretches, and the muscles supporting them thin. If your droopy eyelids bother you, you may want to consider a blepharoplasty procedure!

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7411 Wallace Boulevard
Amarillo, TX
79106

Opening Hours

Monday 8:15am - 11:45am
1pm - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:15am - 11:45am
1pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:15am - 11:45am
1pm - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:15am - 11:45am
1pm - 4:30pm

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