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Dr. Mahmood El-Gasim is a board-certified retina specialist who diagnoses and treats the full spectrum of retinal and vitreous disease. His care emphasizes precision, long-term partnerships, and proven therapies for conditions such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion, and retinal detachment. Patients value his calm, patient-first approach and clear explanations of imaging, treatments, and recovery. Dr. El-Gasim graduated magna cum laude from Duke University and earned his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He completed ophthalmology residency at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, where he served as Chief Resident, followed by a fellowship in retina and uveitis at London’s Moorfields Eye Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and has received recognition for clinical excellence and research contributions.

Dr. Kimberly Tran, MD is a vitreoretinal surgeon who treats the full spectrum of medical and surgical retina conditions. She joined Associated Retina Consultants in 2024 and brings extensive experience caring for patients with retinal detachments, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and complex vitreoretinal disease. Her philosophy centers on education and shared decision-making so each person understands their diagnosis and options. Dr. Tran completed both her ophthalmology residency and surgical retina fellowship at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. She has practiced in academic and private settings, taught trainees as clinical faculty, and authored research in nationally and internationally recognized ophthalmology journals. Dr. Tran is board-certified in ophthalmology and is an active member of major retina and ophthalmology societies.

Dr. Daniel Steven Churgin is a fellowship-trained, board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in disorders of the retina and vitreous. With extensive expertise in both medical and surgical management, he treats complex retinal conditions using the latest techniques and strives to provide compassionate patient care. He combines technical skill with a warm, patient-centered approach to deliver comprehensive vision care to his community.