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  • Ophthalmology
  • Accepting new patients
  • 34 years of experience
  • Associated Retina Consultants 1750 E Glendale Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020
  • (602) 242-4928

Brief Intro

Dr. Stephen De Souza joined Associated Retina Consultants in 2007 as a vitreoretinal specialist and surgeon. He holds a medical license in both Arizona and Ontario, Canada and has been a board certified ophthalmologist with a subspecialty in diseases and surgery of the retina, vitreous and macula since 1997.


He has trained and practiced vitreoretinal surgery in three countries, Canada, the United Kingdom and the USA.

Dr. De Souza is an assistant professor of ophthalmology in the Department of Ophthalmology, University of Arizona College of Medicine. He has been a clinical instructor in the Department of Ophthalmology, University of Toronto and has served as peer reviewer for the Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. His research has been published in American and International journals of ophthalmology and retina.


Dr. De Souza is a member of several professional organizations including the American Society of Retina Specialists. He was peer-selected as one of Phoenix Magazine’s Top Doctors and has been listed as one of America’s Top Ophthalmologists by the prestigious Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. since 2015.


Awards

Arizona Top Doctor, Ophthalmology, Phoenix Magazine – 2015 America’s Top Ophthalmologists, Castle Connolly Medical – 2015 to present Doctor of the Year, Southwestern Eye Center - 2003 J.D. Morin Award for Most Valuable Resident, University of Toronto, Ophthalmology Residency Program


Our Doctors
Each of our doctors is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, and all are members of various prestigious organizations such as the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Medical Association, and Arizona Ophthalmological Society. They have been recognized as top doctors in the field by Phoenix Magazine and America’s Top Ophthalmologists – Castle Connolly Medical. Most also hold clinical assistant professorships with the University of Arizona.
Saving Vision in Arizona Since 1974
Whatever the reason for your impaired vision, Associated Retina Consultants has an experienced team of Arizona eye specialists to diagnose and treat your vision problem. Our focus is on the retina and macula (the back of the eye) and the vitreous humor (gel like tissue) in the eye. When you have problems with these parts of your eye, your vision will be in jeopardy. We work hard every day to protect and save our patients’ vision, helping them lead better quality lives. Practice Highlights Founded in 1974 Arizona's largest independently owned Covering 13 locations & growing 11 board-certified Vitreoretinal Retina specialists Arizona most trusted & experienced group of vitreoretinal Retina surgeons AUPO accredited Vitreoretinal Retinal fellowship program Clinical affiliation with U of A medical school Our Services All adult and pediatric Vitreoretinal Retinal diseases & surgeries Macular degeneration (support group) Diabetic retinopathy Ocular oncology Unexplained vision loss and inherited retinal diseases Cutting-edge research with participation in nationwide & worldwide clinical trials Retinal detachment torn

Main locations GOODYEAR 1626 N. Litchfield Rd. Suite 250 Goodyear, AZ 85395 GILBERT 3513 S. Mercy Road Gilbert, AZ 85297 MESA 1933 S. Alma School Road Mesa, AZ 85210 PHOENIX 1750 E. Glendale Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85020 SCOTTSDALE 14500 Northsight Blvd Suite 121 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 PEORIA 15353 N. 91st Avenue Peoria, AZ 85381 PRESCOTT VALLEY 2517 N. Great Western Drive Suite K Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 PRESCOTT 1055 W Iron Springs Road. Prescott AZ 86305

Satellite Locations CASA GRANDE 545 N. Peart Road Arizona Casa Grande, AZ 85122

COTTONWOOD 199 S. Candy Lane Suite 2A Cottonwood, AZ 86326 FLAGSTAFF 900 N. San Francisco Street Flagstaff, AZ 86001 PAYSON 302 W Main Street Payson Payson, AZ 85541 SEDONA 95 Soldiers Pass Rd A-1 Sedona, AZ 86336

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Education Background

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Univ Of Ottawa Fac Of Med - 1991

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • French

Location & Hours

  • Associated Retina Consultants
  • 1750 E Glendale Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020
  • Mon:8:00 am - 5:30 pm
    Tue:8:00 am - 5:30 pm
    Wed:8:00 am - 5:30 pm
    Thu:8:00 am - 5:30 pm
    Fri:8:00 am - 5:30 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Ophthalmology

Conditions Addressed

  • Cataract
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Glaucoma
  • Chalazion
  • Droopy Eyelids
  • Posterior Vitreous Detachments
  • Entropion
  • Ectropion
  • Trichiasis
  • Eyelid Lesions
  • Keratitis
  • Myopia (Nearsightedness)
  • Astigmatism
  • Pterygium
  • Blepharitis
  • Conjunctivitis
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Dry Eye Syndrome
  • Corneal Disease
  • Primary Angle-Closure Glaucoma
  • Presbyopia (Aging Eyes)
  • Nearsightedness Myopia
  • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
  • Keratoconus
  • Dry Eyes
  • Treatment of Refractive Errors (LASIK)
  • Uveitis
  • Strabismus
  • Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)
  • Eye Floaters
  • Flashes
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Procedures Performed

  • Ophthalmological Exam
  • Lens and Cataract Procedures
  • Blepharoplasty (Eye Lift)
  • Cataract Surgery (Phacoemulsification)
  • Glaucoma Treatments
  • Eyelid malposition repair (ectropion and entropion)
  • Ptosis repair
  • Incision & Drainage Chalazion
  • Cyst Excision
  • Corneal surgery
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Juvederm
  • Liposuction
  • LASIK (Laser In Situ Keratomileusis)
  • Pterygium Surgery
  • Laser Eye Surgery (Photorefractive Keratectomy)
  • Eye Health Exams
  • Multifocal Lens Implant
  • Surgical Astigmatism Correction
  • Refractive lens exchange (RLE)
  • Dry Eye Surgery (Conjunctivo-chalasis surgery)
  • Glaucoma surgery
  • Oculoplastic surgery
  • Clear Lens Exchange (CLE)
  • Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK)
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Medica
  • Humana
  • Healthlink
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Moda Health
  • Tricare
  • Medicare
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Public Employees Health Program (PEHP)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • EmblemHealth
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Medicaid
  • Banner Health
  • Mercy Care
  • Devoted Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Aetna
  • Meritain Health
  • State Farm
  • Davis Vision
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