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Dr. Lance Stutz, MD is a board-certified comprehensive ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon at Desert Vista Eye Specialists. He treats cataracts, glaucoma, and dry eye disease and offers a full range of surgical options, including femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery and premium intraocular lenses such as multifocal, toric, and light-adjustable implants. Patients describe his care as thorough, compassionate, and centered on education and shared decision-making. Dr. Stutz earned his medical degree at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, completed an internal medicine internship at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas, and finished ophthalmology residency at UT Southwestern. He enjoys caring for patients across the East Valley and is committed to safe, personalized care that prioritizes both visual quality and long-term eye health.

Dr. Ricardo C. Couso is a comprehensive ophthalmologist who enjoys caring for patients across the spectrum of routine and complex eye needs. He provides clear, friendly guidance and works with each person to choose treatments that protect sight and fit their lifestyle. His clinical practice emphasizes cataract evaluation and surgery alongside longitudinal comprehensive care. Dr. Couso earned his medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed ophthalmology residency at the University of Pittsburgh. His academic interests include refractive outcomes after cataract surgery, population health, and medical education, and he remains active in professional societies. Patients appreciate his calm manner, attention to detail, and commitment to collaborative decision-making.

Dr. Sara Shoushtari is an ophthalmologist with the Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Science at the University of Arizona in Tucson. She provides comprehensive eye care for patients in southern Arizona through the clinic on North Alvernon Way, drawing on her medical training and interest in the early detection of vision-threatening disease. Dr. Shoushtari completed her undergraduate studies at Boston University, followed by her medical education at Boston University School of Medicine, where she earned her MD degree and developed a strong foundation in clinical ophthalmology. Her clinical practice includes routine eye examinations as well as the diagnosis and management of common eye conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, dry eye, and urgent issues like red eye or new flashes and floaters. Dr. Shoushtari strives to explain findings in clear, practical language and takes time to answer questions, review treatment options, and partner with patients in their care so they can make informed decisions and protect their vision over the long term.