Dr. Cindy Calderon

OphthalmologyRetina Specialist
La Crosse, WI
Accepts Medicare

Areas of Expertise

Macular Degeneration
Laser Photocoagulation
Intravitreal Injections
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About Me

Dr. Cindy Calderón is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal surgery with over a decade of experience. She treats a wide range of retinal conditions, including retinal detachments, tears, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and macular edema. Dr. Calderón is known for her thorough approach, taking time to explain diagnoses and treatment options clearly. She offers advanced procedures such as laser therapy, intravitreal injections, and vitrectomy, and provides access to leading-edge clinical research trials. Patients appreciate her warm bedside manner and ability to communicate in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Calderón previously served as the retina service director at a major county hospital in La Crosse, Wisconsin, where she managed complex medical and surgical retinal cases and provided outreach services across multiple states. She now brings her expertise to the Retina Center of New Jersey, serving the communities of Northern New Jersey. Her commitment to patient education and compassionate care helps put even the most anxious patients at ease.

Training

  • Internship

    Winthrop University Hospital

    Residency
  • Surgical Retina

    Vitreoretinal Foundation

    Fellowship
  • SUNY Downstate Medical Center

    Ophthalmology

    2010

    SUNY Downstate

    Residency
  • City College

    Post-baccalaureate coursework in Biochemistry, Energetics & Endocrinology, Cancer Biology, Neuroscience, and Cell & Molecular Biology

    City College-Hollywood

    Masters / PhD
  • Medical School

    Stony Brook University School of Medicine SUNY

    Medical School
  • Art and Science Studies

    Wellesley University

    Undergraduate

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
AR, MS, NY, TN, WI
License Numbers
E8002, 22551, 263858, 49724, 64088