Location
Areas of Expertise
Meet Dr. Mario Del Cid
About Me
Dr. Mario del Cid is a board-certified retina specialist and surgeon with the Retina Group of Florida. A native of South Florida, he focuses on diagnosing and treating the full spectrum of vitreoretinal conditions, working collaboratively with patients to restore and preserve vision. His approach emphasizes creating meaningful patient relationships and utilizing state-of-the-art techniques for retinal care.
Dr. del Cid completed a fellowship in Vitreoretinal Disease and Surgery and has a research interest in non-steroidal therapeutics in ophthalmology. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists and American Academy of Ophthalmology, and serves as a voluntary Clinical Assistant Professor at Florida International University. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.
In his practice, Dr. del Cid provides advanced retinal care, including surgical and injection-based treatments, for conditions such as macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, and retinal detachments. His dedication extends to participating in clinical trials and contributing to research, aiming to offer patients the most current treatment options available.
Training

Vitreoretinal Disease and Surgery
Cincinnati Eye Institute
Fellowship
Ophthalmology
UT Health San Antonio
Residency
Medical Degree
Tulane University
Medical School
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Magna Cum Laude
Florida International University
Undergraduate
Awards & Honors
Mary Bass Boenker Scholar Award
UT Health San Antonio
Resident of the Year
UT Health San Antonio
Publications & Press
Incidence of Corneal Melt in Clinical Practice: Our Experience Versus a Meta-Analysis of the Literature
Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology•2011Pars Plana Capsulotomy in a Patient with an implantable Miniature Telescope for AMD
Archives of Ophthalmology•2010Cardiac Sarcoidosis: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
The Journal of the Louisiana State Medical Society•2008
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- FL, KY, OH
- License Numbers
- ME113175, TP066, 35.095080


