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Dr Tolia celebrated for decades of eye care in West Texas
A tribute outlines Dr Rafiul Sameer Islam Tolia’s career spanning Odessa Midland and beyond, highlighting his early diagnosis of pediatric retinoblastoma, lifelong service at Medical Center Health System and Odessa Regional Medical Center, teaching roles, civic work, and 50 years of marriage as he plans retirement. The piece notes his gratitude for community support and his plans to move to Dallas to be near grandchildren.
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Rafiul Sameer Islam
Sameerislam.com
Tolia
Heald
Talia
Jason
Becky
Richard Owens
Owens
India
Kamal
United States
Odessa
Samaritan Counseling Services
Midland
Medical Center Hospital
Odessa Regional Medical Center
Midland Memorial Hospital
Texas Tech University
Texas Medical Association Foundation
Nalin
American Board of Ophthalmology
West Texas
Odessa Chamber of Commerce
United Way Fundraising
Basin Public Broadcasting, Inc
ORMC
UTPB
BS Institute
Texas Tech Health, Sciences Center
Medical Center Health System
Odessa Lions Club Eye Bank
Samaritan
Tolias
Hindu Association of West Texas
Dallas