Dr. Murtaza Adam

Narine Viruni, MD, is a vitreoretinal surgeon who cares for the full spectrum of medical and surgical retina conditions. She partners closely with patients to explain diagnoses in plain language, outline evidence-based options, and tailor treatment plans to protect and improve vision. Her practice includes advanced imaging, in-office therapies, and microsurgical techniques for complex retinal disease. Patients appreciate her calm, thorough approach and her commitment to timely access and coordinated follow-up.Dr. Viruni completed ophthalmology residency at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute, where she later served as Assistant Chief of Service and codirector of the ocular trauma unit. She then pursued subspecialty fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery at Wilmer. She earned her medical degree from the University of California, Davis School of Medicine and graduated in physiology from the University of California, Los Angeles. At Retina Consultants of Southern Colorado, she welcomes referrals for both urgent problems and longitudinal retinal care, and collaborates closely with referring optometrists and ophthalmologists to support seamless care for each patient.

Dr. Andrew Zheng is a fellowship-trained retina and uveitis specialist who helps patients navigate the stress of sight-threatening disease with clear explanations and compassionate care. He treats the full range of vitreoretinal disorders—from retinal detachment and macular disease to diabetic retinopathy and inflammatory or infectious uveitis—and offers both office-based therapies and advanced surgery. His practice emphasizes precise diagnosis, state-of-the-art imaging, and tailored treatment plans focused on the best possible visual outcome. Dr. Zheng studied chemistry and biology at Duke University and earned his MD from Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons. He completed ophthalmology residency and a uveitis fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute, followed by a two-year vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at the Emory Eye Center, where he was named Fellow of the Year. Outside the clinic, he enjoys Colorado’s outdoors and cooking at home with family.

Dr. Rachel Chaoran Chen is a retina specialist and vitreoretinal surgeon who treats the full spectrum of medical and surgical retinal disease. She provides individualized care for conditions such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears and detachments, and epiretinal membranes and macular holes—explaining each option so patients feel confident in the path forward. Her surgical training includes complex vitreoretinal procedures as well as advanced imaging and injection therapies. Dr. Chen earned her medical degree at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, completed ophthalmology residency at the Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute, and pursued fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery at the University of Colorado. She has presented research at national meetings and authored book chapters and peer-reviewed publications. Dr. Chen is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a member of leading retina societies. She is dedicated to evidence-based, compassionate care tailored to each patient’s goals.