Best Macular or Retinal Edema Doctors in Kirkland, WA

Retinal diseases are often vision threatening, which creates a lot of fear and anxiety for my patients about what lies ahead. I am committed to partnering with my patients to ensure they have all of their questions answered about their diagnosis and treatment options. Retinal diseases are complex and challenging by nature. Luckily, the field of vitreoretinal surgery has advanced dramatically with new and exciting diagnostic tools and therapies, both medically and surgically.

Loren Vesselle, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist with more than 20 years of experience providing comprehensive eye care. She specializes in general ophthalmology, dry eye, ocular rosacea, medical glaucoma/glaucoma laser surgery, secondary cataract surgery, minor eyelid lesion removal, electrolysis or forcep epilation for misdirected eyelashes, and examinations for diabetic eye disease and macular degeneration. _x000D_ Dr. Vesselle believes it is important to listen to, educate and reassure her patients. She takes a personalized approach to care that is based on an understanding of each patient's experience, concerns and goals for treatment. _x000D_ Dr. Vesselle is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Washington Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, Washington State Medical Society, King County Medical Society and American Medical Association. _x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Vesselle enjoys gardening, cooking, reading and skiing.

Kaidi Wang, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmologist who specializes in cornea and ocular surface diseases, uveitis (ocular inflammation) and cataract surgery. She believes it is a true privilege and honor to care for her patients and is excited to be part of their care team. _x000D_ Dr. Wang is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Uveitis Society, and American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. _x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Wang enjoys reading, running, cooking, traveling and exploring Seattle with her husband.

Parag Gokhale, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist with special medical interest in laser and surgical glaucoma care, glaucoma diagnosis, cataract surgery and general eye care. _x000D_ Dr. Gokhale emphasizes listening to his patients to understand what they wish to accomplish with their treatment. He finds it rewarding to gain his patients' trust and to assist them to maintain their independence through better vision. _x000D_ Dr. Gokhale was an assistant professor and director of the Glaucoma Service in the Department of Ophthalmology at the Medical College of Georgia from 2000 to 2006. He was named among the Best Doctors in America (2005-2006) and a Top Doctor by Seattle Metropolitan magazine in 2019. _x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Gokhale enjoys spending time with family and friends, and likes tennis, golf, swimming and bowling.

Dr. Kally develops personalized treatment plans to address patients' concerns in a deliberate, detailed and thoughtful way. A talented surgeon with a meticulous and delicate touch, he strives to provide the best cosmetic and functional outcomes for his patients.

Whether you need a simple eye exam or complex eye surgery, trust your eyes to our skilled ophthalmologist and optometrists who combine leading-edge capabilities with old-fashioned, warm-hearted personal care.

Dr. Dewan is a fellowship-trained glaucoma and cataract surgeon, specializing in medical and surgical diseases of the eye. He focuses on modern cataract surgery and all forms of glaucoma surgery. Since joining in 2016, Dr. Dewan has helped expand options for minimally-invasive glaucoma surgery at our practice. He was born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska. After graduating from high school he spent the next decade in St. Louis, Missouri. He studied biology at St. Louis University and completed medical school and internship at Washington University. Dr. Dewan did his ophthalmic training at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas. This included his residency and a one-year fellowship in medical and surgical glaucoma. Dr. Dewan enjoys running, photography, and graphic design.

Connie Chen, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in medical and surgical diseases of the retina and vitreous, including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachments and retinal dystrophies. _x000D_ Dr. Chen enjoys getting to know her patients and to contribute to their quality of life through better vision. _x000D_ Dr. Chen is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retinal Specialists, and Association for Vision and Ophthalmology. _x000D_ Away from work, she enjoys figure skating, hiking and traveling.

Retinal diseases are often vision threatening, which creates a lot of fear and anxiety for my patients about what lies ahead. I am committed to partnering with my patients to ensure they have all of their questions answered about their diagnosis and treatment options. Retinal diseases are complex and challenging by nature. Luckily, the field of vitreoretinal surgery has advanced dramatically with new and exciting diagnostic tools and therapies, both medically and surgically.

Parag Gokhale, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist with special medical interest in laser and surgical glaucoma care, glaucoma diagnosis, cataract surgery and general eye care. _x000D_ Dr. Gokhale emphasizes listening to his patients to understand what they wish to accomplish with their treatment. He finds it rewarding to gain his patients' trust and to assist them to maintain their independence through better vision. _x000D_ Dr. Gokhale was an assistant professor and director of the Glaucoma Service in the Department of Ophthalmology at the Medical College of Georgia from 2000 to 2006. He was named among the Best Doctors in America (2005-2006) and a Top Doctor by Seattle Metropolitan magazine in 2019. _x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Gokhale enjoys spending time with family and friends, and likes tennis, golf, swimming and bowling.