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About Retina Associates Southwest

Sight is Precious
It is the one sense we rely on most heavily. We at Retina Associates believe that good eyesight is important to a well-rounded life, and to that end we are devoting ourselves. We hope that, with the aid of our professional training and the latest medical technology, your visit to us will be a positive experience—comfortable, informative and pleasant.

Our Practice
The Retina Associates Southwest practice is limited to disorders of the retina and vitreous. Most commonly this includes retinal tears and detachment, diabetes-related eye disorders, macular degeneration, eye injuries, vitreous problems and tumors inside the eye. Each doctor is an ophthalmologist who has had additional special training in the diagnosis, medical and surgical treatment of diseases of the retina and vitreous; all have had extensive experience.

It is important for patients and their families to be fully informed about their eyes and any problems they may be experiencing as well as the treatment for them. We are happy to provide brochures and to show video tapes that may apply to your specific eye condition.

In addition, Doctors Joffe, Schindler, Javid, Harris and Saavedra make a special effort to explain each phase of diagnosis and treatment to patients. Our personnel and equipment are specially selected to benefit our patients.

What to Expect
Your first visit will last approximately two hours, so please allow that much time in order that we may assess your visual problems properly. Follow-up examinations generally take less time. On your first visit we will open your file with a medical history, insurance information and the names of your referring and personal doctors.

You will then undergo a full eye examination with the emphasis on the retina and vitreous problems for which you were referred to us. Please remember it is necessary to dilate your pupils to have a retinal evaluation, therefore we prefer you have someone who can transport you after the appointment. Also you will need to have dark glasses to protect your eyes against the bright Arizona sunlight. If necessary, we can provide disposable sun shields.

It is part of our routine to keep your referring doctors informed of your progress. A complete report will be sent after your examination and during any necessary therapeutic program. For your protection additional reports require your written authorization.

Doctors Joffe, Carroll, Schnidler, and Javid are under contract with many health care providers, and are participating physicians with Medicare.

Please be reassured that we will cooperate with you in all financial matters.

Office Hours
Retina Associates Southwest hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. An after-hours emergency service is maintained on our main telephone number 520-886-2597. To schedule or cancel an appointment or to request a refill of eyedrops prescription during regular hours, please call the same number. We would appreciate at least a day's notice of appointment cancellation. For billing inquiries please call 520-298-8236.

Office Locations/Contact Information
You may reach all locations at 520-886-2597 or toll free at 800-769-5874. For maps of office locations, visit the Facilities page.

St. Joseph's Medical Plaza
6561 Carondelet Drive
Tucson, Arizona 85710

6130 N. La Cholla Blvd., Suite240
Tucson, Arizona 85704

1150 S. Calle de las Casitas, Suite 180
Green Valley, Arizona 85614

Phone: 520-886-2597        Toll-Free: 800-769-5874