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Dr. Maryam Ghiassi
Ophthalmology – Retina Specialist
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Dr. Maryam Ghiassi
Ophthalmology – Retina Specialist
Sacramento, CA
Areas of Expertise
Retinal Tears and Detachments
About Me
Maryam Ghiassi, MD, MHS, is a vitreoretinal surgeon who provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for diseases of the retina and vitreous. She completed medical school at Yale University, an ophthalmology residency at Columbia University—where she served as chief resident—and a vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at the University of Colorado. Dr. Ghiassi’s practice emphasizes attentive listening, clear education about treatment choices, and collaborative planning to align care with each patient’s goals.
With an international upbringing and early research in retinal stem cell differentiation, Dr. Ghiassi brings a global perspective and a science-driven mindset to everyday patient care. She treats the full spectrum of retinal conditions, from age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy to retinal tears and complex detachments. Patients value her steady operative technique, thoughtful follow-up, and warm, multilingual clinic environment across RCMG locations in Northern California.
Training
- Vitreoretinal SurgeryUniversity of Colorado Medical CenterFellowship
OphthalmologyColumbia UniversityResidency
MDYale UniversityMedical School
Biophysics and BiochemistryYale CollegeUndergraduate
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In:CA, CO
- License Numbers:A184813, DR.0065808


