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You’ll find it all here. Experience. Excellence. Commitment.
The physicians and the staff at Retina Specialists of Tampa are dedicated to providing the highest standards of care in the treatment of eye diseases. Dr. Tarabishy, Dr. Dunn, and Dr. Schneider are committed to excellence in treating patients with age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and conditions requiring Vitreoretinal surgery. We specialize in the pain-free treatment of the most challenging retinal disease cases and continuously work to provide our patients with the greatest possible experience, and the best visual outcome. We create a tailored treatment plan specific to the patient’s condition and needs.
As retinal disease affects people of any age, the physicians at Retina Specialists of Tampa see and treat patients of all ages. For each, we create a treatment plan tailored to their specific needs. Patients are typically referred to us by their eye care specialist, primary care provider, ophthalmologist, or optometrist. Whether you require eye surgery or less invasive treatments, our goal is to provide you with highly specialized eye care in a personal and individualized manner, involving your primary care physician, family members, and caregivers if desired.
We believe that the happiest patients are those who are educated about their healthcare options. We respect every patient’s right to privacy, confidentiality, and dignified, personalized care delivered with caring and compassion.
The Experience in Retinal Care You’ve Been Looking For
Ahmad Tarabishy, MD
Vitreoretinal Surgeon
Dr. Ahmad Bakir Tarabishy clinical interests include uveitis and systemic inflammatory diseases, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and surgical treatments of various retinal diseases including complex diabetic and rhegmatogenous retinal detachments. He is passionate about retina surgery and employs the latest cutting-edge surgical techniques. Dr. Tarabishy speaks both English and Arabic.
Evan Dunn, MD
Vitreoretinal Surgeon
Director of Clinical Research
Dr. Evan Dunn’s Transitional year and Ophthalmology residency were completed at Indiana University, where he was Chief Resident of the Transitional Year program. Dr. Dunn was instructed by leaders in the field of retina, uveitis, glaucoma, oculoplastics, pediatrics, and neuro-ophthalmology during his residency. Dr. Dunn is the Director of Clinical Research at Retina Specialists of Tampa, and has served as the principal investigator in over 5 clinical trials and actively participated in more than 10 clinical trials. Dr. Dunn speaks both English and Spanish.
Alex Schneider, MD
Vitreoretinal Surgeon
Dr. Schneider’s desire to manage difficult eye disease drew him to subspecialize in vitreoretinal disease and surgery. Attracted by the rigorous surgical training provided at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, he completed his 2-year vitreoretinal surgery fellowship there, gaining extensive knowledge in the medical and surgical care of advanced retinal disease. During his last year in Dallas, he was the only retinal surgery attending physician at two of the busiest hospitals in the nation performing multiple retinal surgeries per week.
What’s New at Retina Specialists of Tampa
UV Safety and Age-Related Macular Degeneration
We all know that our skin needs protection from the sun and its dangerous rays. Skin cancer is top of mind when we go outside, and many of us wear sunscreen to protect our skin. However, how many of us are aware that our eyes can be damaged by sunlight? Probably a lot fewer. Let’s…
Diabetic Retinopathy Risk and Pregnancy
In addition to all the joy and anxiety that come with being pregnant, one of the biggest risks is for a woman who has pre-existing diabetes. These pregnant women are at risk for developing more progressive diabetic retinopathy, and it does not matter if the disease is type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Let’s discuss…
Wet vs Dry Macular Degeneration: What’s the Difference?
Wet vs dry macular degeneration: what’s the difference? Let’s begin by stating that both cause visual blurriness, and among those adults over the age of 65, it is the most common cause of irreversible vision loss. It seems knowing the symptoms of age-related macular degeneration and whether one is worse than the other are valuable…
