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Dr. Mahmood El-Gasim is a board-certified retina specialist who diagnoses and treats the full spectrum of retinal and vitreous disease. His care emphasizes precision, long-term partnerships, and proven therapies for conditions such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion, and retinal detachment. Patients value his calm, patient-first approach and clear explanations of imaging, treatments, and recovery. Dr. El-Gasim graduated magna cum laude from Duke University and earned his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He completed ophthalmology residency at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, where he served as Chief Resident, followed by a fellowship in retina and uveitis at London’s Moorfields Eye Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and has received recognition for clinical excellence and research contributions.

Dr. Kimberly Tran, MD is a vitreoretinal surgeon who treats the full spectrum of medical and surgical retina conditions. She joined Associated Retina Consultants in 2024 and brings extensive experience caring for patients with retinal detachments, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and complex vitreoretinal disease. Her philosophy centers on education and shared decision-making so each person understands their diagnosis and options. Dr. Tran completed both her ophthalmology residency and surgical retina fellowship at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. She has practiced in academic and private settings, taught trainees as clinical faculty, and authored research in nationally and internationally recognized ophthalmology journals. Dr. Tran is board-certified in ophthalmology and is an active member of major retina and ophthalmology societies.

Dr. Daniel Steven Churgin is a fellowship-trained, board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in disorders of the retina and vitreous. With extensive expertise in both medical and surgical management, he treats complex retinal conditions using the latest techniques and strives to provide compassionate patient care. He combines technical skill with a warm, patient-centered approach to deliver comprehensive vision care to his community.

Dr. Anthony Joseph is a board-certified vitreoretinal surgeon dedicated to personalized, compassionate care. He treats the full spectrum of medical and surgical retinal disease—from diabetic eye disease and macular degeneration to retinal tears and complex detachments—using advanced imaging, precision laser, anti-VEGF therapies, and microsurgical techniques tailored to each patient.Dr. Joseph studied economics and biology at Stanford University, earned his medical degree at Duke University, and completed a master’s in information science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He finished an internship at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor, an ophthalmology residency at the Jules Stein Eye Institute/UCLA, and vitreoretinal fellowship training at the New England Eye Center/Tufts Medical Center and Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston. He has cared for patients in Southern Arizona since 2021 and welcomes collaborative referrals for both urgent and ongoing retinal conditions.

Dr. Setu N. Patel is a vitreoretinal surgeon who cares for the full range of medical and surgical retina conditions. After completing a six-year combined BA/MD program, he pursued internship training in Indianapolis, ophthalmology residency at the University of Alabama, and a medical and surgical retina fellowship with Associated Retina Consultants in Arizona, where he now practices. He is passionate about service and previously led fundraising and clinic operations for the Kansas City Free Eye Clinic, supporting eye care for individuals experiencing homelessness. In clinic and the operating room, Dr. Patel treats macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears and detachment, epiretinal membranes, macular holes, and inherited and inflammatory retinal diseases. He enjoys partnering with patients and referring doctors, explaining imaging and treatment choices clearly, and tailoring care plans to restore and preserve sight.

Dr. Kunyong Xu, MD, MHSc, FRCSC is a vitreoretinal surgeon who manages medical and surgical diseases of the retina. He is board certified in both the United States and Canada and provides comprehensive, evidence-based care for conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, retinal detachment, and complex surgical retina problems. Patients value his careful evaluation, clear communication, and steady presence throughout treatment and recovery. Dr. Xu earned a master’s degree in Epidemiology from the University of Toronto and his medical degree from McMaster University. He completed ophthalmology residency at Queen’s University in Canada and a medical and surgical retina fellowship at Weill Cornell Medicine in New York City, training with internationally recognized specialists. His scholarly interests include macular degeneration, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, infectious endophthalmitis, and advancing surgical techniques.

Dr. Rima Patel is a retina specialist who provides comprehensive medical care for diseases that affect the macula and retinal vasculature. She offers in-office diagnostics and treatments tailored to each patient, including monitoring plans for slowly progressive conditions and proactive therapy when vision is at risk. Patients value her calm, collaborative approach and the way she explains findings in plain language before recommending next steps. Dr. Patel completed ophthalmology residency training followed by a dedicated medical retina fellowship at the USC Roski Eye Institute. As part of a high-volume retina group, she coordinates closely with primary eye care and systemic health providers to manage diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, and vein occlusions over time. Her goal is to pair timely, evidence-based care with practical education so patients can understand their condition and feel confident in their plan.

Dr. Jane Cho is a board-certified, fellowship-trained retina specialist and Arizona native. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Arizona and earned her medical degree at Chicago Medical School. After an internal medicine internship at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center in Phoenix, she finished ophthalmology residency at the University of Arizona and then completed advanced fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery at Boston University/Boston Medical Center. Her practice focuses on timely diagnosis, thoughtful education, and evidence-based treatment tailored to each person’s needs.Dr. Cho cares for a wide range of retinal conditions—from age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy to retinal tears and complex retinal detachments. She partners closely with referring providers and primary care teams and takes time to explain imaging and treatment options so patients feel confident at every step.

Dr. Amit A. Sangave is a fellowship-trained vitreoretinal surgeon devoted to preserving and improving sight for patients with retinal disease. Board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, he cares for conditions such as diabetic eye disease, age-related macular degeneration, retinal tears and retinal detachment. He offers in-office intravitreal injections and retinal laser as well as advanced vitrectomy techniques for macular hole, epiretinal membrane and complex detachments.Dr. Sangave completed both medical school and ophthalmology residency at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, followed by a two-year vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. He is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists. Committed to innovation, he has contributed to research at multiple institutions, including the National Eye Institute, and participates in clinical trials when appropriate.Patients value his ethical, team-based approach and the time he takes to explain diagnosis and treatment options so they can make confident decisions about their vision.