Clearwater

Macular Degeneration in Clearwater

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Receive trustworthy eye care centered around patients, offered by experienced retina specialists and board-certified eye doctors in Clearwater since 1997.

Address, Hours, And Contact

Our Clearwater office is located at 579 S. Duncan Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756. To schedule an appointment with retina specialist in Clearwater or review our hours, call (727) 445-9110. Our fax is (727) 466-0306. A downloadable Clearwater brochure is located on the Clearwater location page.

Doctor’s Schedule:

Our physicians are in the Clearwater office Monday through Friday. Dr. Cohen is on Mondays. Either Dr. Eichenbaum or Dr. Crane is in on Tuesdays. Dr. Eichenbaum covers it on Wednesdays. Dr. Cohen is in on Thursdays, and Dr. Eichenbaum is in on Fridays. Hours change, so please call ahead if you have any questions. Patients are seen by appointment only.

Why Choose RVAF Clearwater?

Our Clearwater location is staffed by board-certified ophthalmologists and fellowship-trained retina specialists who offer extensive medical and surgical retinal services. Utilizing advanced diagnostics and imaging, we direct accurate evaluation and personalized treatment plans.

We provide patients with the latest treatments, including anti-VEGF injections, laser treatment, and evidence-based care for every condition. We prioritize patient education, rapid follow-up, and excellent communication with referring physicians to ensure seamless care.

Conditions We Treat

We treat all types of macular and retinal disease. These include age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema, retinal tears and retinal detachments, macular hole, epiretinal membrane, vitreous floaters, vascular occlusions, uveitis, and other macular and retinal pathologies.

A dilated eye examination is extremely crucial for screening the eyes. It allows physicians to view the macula, optic nerve, vitreous, and retina’s edges up close to detect problems such as tears or detachments early.

What Will You Do On Your Visit?

Your visit features a thorough eye exam with dilation and advanced imaging. If necessary, same-day treatment—such as injections or laser therapy—may be done to assist in preserving your vision and reducing the likelihood of worsening.

You will have clear directions on home observation, follow-up timing, and when to have urgent care for complaints such as flashes, new floaters, or a curtain over your eye.

Emergency Symptoms: Threat Of Retinal Detachment-

If you see new flashes of light, a sudden increase in floaters, or a shadow or curtain in your side vision, get care right away. These may be signs of a retinal tear or detachment. Early treatment can avoid permanent vision loss.

Assisting Clearwater and the surrounding areas:

Our office in Clearwater provides services to the citizens of Greater Pinellas and the Tampa Bay region. We provide convenient access for Clearwater, Tampa, and St. Petersburg residents to receive excellent retina care.

Meet Our Clearwater Retina Specialists:

Our Clearwater office is staffed by Dr. Steven M. Cohen, MD, a board-certified retina specialist and ophthalmologist in Clearwater; Dr. David A. Eichenbaum, MD, FASRS, a fellowship-trained retina specialist who practices in St. Petersburg and Clearwater; and Dr. Ashley Crane, a fellowship-trained retina specialist and surgeon.

How Do We Give Better Results?

We emphasize early identification of the condition with high-tech imaging and widefield observation of the outer retina to avoid the risk of tears and detachments. Our diabetic retinopathy specialist in clearwater & diabetic macular edema specialist in clearwater provides research-based, customized treatments for macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease are designed to maintain your vision steady or enhance it wherever possible.

We also work together with your primary eye physician and medical care team to address the disease comprehensively.

Plan Your Visit:

To make an appointment or determine whether the doctor is available, call (727) 445-9110. Bring a list of your current medications and any prior eye records you might have. Plan on dilation, which will make it difficult for you to drive for some time. When you make an appointment, ask about insurance and whether you need a referral.

 

Procedures

  • Cryotherapy
  • Intraocular injection
  • Laser photocoagulation
  • Laser retinopexy
  • Pneumatic retinopexy
  • Scleral buckling surgery
  • Vitrectomy (vitreous surgery)

Our Doctors

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Steven Cohen, MD, FACS
Dr. Cohen graduated with honors from Harvard College in Mathematics and completed his medical training at Harvard Medical School. He completed two years of Retina fellowship training at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at the University of Miami. He is a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of South Florida and a Fellow of […] Learn More
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David Eichenbaum, MD, FASRS
Dr. Eichenbaum is a board certified ophthalmologist specializing in diseases and surgery of the vitreous and retina. He earned his medical degree at the University of South Florida in Tampa and completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of South Florida. Dr. Eichenbaum completed his two year vitreo-retinal fellowship at Tufts University in Boston. He […] Learn More
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Ashley M. Crane, MD
Dr. Crane has a degree from Duke University in art history and chemistry. She received her medical degree from The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, and she was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. She completed ophthalmology residency and retina fellowship training at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute […] Learn More

Office Schedule:

Day Doctors
Monday Dr. Cohen
Tuesday Dr. Eichenbaum
Wednesday Dr. Crane
Thursday Dr. Cohen
Friday Dr. Eichenbaum

Verified Patient Reviews

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