The 20 Best Diabetic Retinopathy Doctors Near Me in Frederick, MD

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The 20 Best Diabetic Retinopathy Doctors near Frederick, MD

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Diabetic Retinopathy near Frederick, MD. Of these, 9 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Martin Sarkar
    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Endocrinology

    Frederick Primary Care Associates

    9093 Ridgefield Dr, 104, 
    Frederick, MD 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sarkar was raised in Augusta, Georgia. He attended Mercer University for his undergraduate degree and went onto West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine where he completed their Doctorate Program in 2004. Dr. Sarkar furthered his education with completion of the residency program at Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center in 2007. Dr. Sarkar is an Army Veteran and has held many leadership positions during his extensive career. He has experience with thyroid ultrasound and fine needle aspiration biopsies, Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM), and Insulin pumps. Dr. Sarkar offers expert care for various metabolic, pituitary, and diabetes-related conditions, osteoporosis, and thyroid disease, including thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules. His clinical focus is on managing diabetes, its complications, and associated comorbidities with the use of novel therapies as well as emerging technologies, including continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps. Dr. Sarkar is excited to start his new position with FPCA and help us provide excellent care to the Frederick community!Outside of work, Dr. Sarkar enjoys traveling, watching sports, and spending time with his 3 children. He has also participated in the community with the American Diabetes Association-Maryland Chapter and Greater Baltimore Temple. His favorite travel destination to date is Switzerland and looks forward to travelling to many other locations in the future. With his extensive expertise, Dr. Sarkar is excited to. Dr. Sarkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity in Children, and Thyroid Nodule.

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    87 Thomas Johnson Dr Ste 102, 
    Frederick, MD 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ingrid Zimmer is an Ophthalmologist in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Zimmer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Retinal Vein Occlusion, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Endocrinology

    Office

    7211 Bank Ct Ste 240, 
    Frederick, MD 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Garima Narayen is an Endocrinologist in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Narayen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Obesity in Children, Hypothyroidism, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

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    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Endocrinology

    Frederick Internal Medicine And Endocrinology Services PA

    65 Thomas Johnson Dr Ste C, 
    Frederick, MD 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Majd Hakim is an Endocrinologist in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Hakim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Obesity in Children, Hypothyroidism, and Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.

    Advanced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Philip J McGann MD PA

    1003 W 7th St Ste 400, 
    Frederick, MD 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philip Mcgann is an Ophthalmologist in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Mcgann is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Interstitial Keratitis, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Optic Atrophy Type 1.

    Advanced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Robert Bruce Hodges M.D. P.A.

    201 Thomas Johnson Dr Ste 100, 
    Frederick, MD 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Hodges is an Ophthalmologist in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Hodges is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Glaucoma, and Blepharitis.

    Advanced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Lotus Health Services

    178 Thomas Johnson Dr Ste 104, 
    Frederick, MD 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Busack is an Ophthalmologist in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Busack is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Advanced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    87 Thomas Johnson Dr Ste 102, 
    Frederick, MD 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mary Turell is an Ophthalmologist in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Turell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Melanoma of the Eye, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Uveal Melanoma, and Vitrectomy.

    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Family Medicine

    Frederick Primary Care Associates P.A.

    610 Solarex Ct, 
    Frederick, MD 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dale Heitzig is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Heitzig is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Obesity, Sinusitis, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Central Maryland Eye Associates P.C.

    5283 Corporate Dr Ste 201, 
    Frederick, MD 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Holly Gross is an Ophthalmologist in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Gross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Meibomianitis, Cataract, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, and Glaucoma.

    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Central Maryland Eye Associates P.C.

    5283 Corporate Dr Ste 201, 
    Frederick, MD 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Nicholas is an Ophthalmologist in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Nicholas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Meibomianitis, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Chalazion.

    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Maryland Vision Center P.A.

    5205 Chairmans Ct Ste 202, 
    Frederick, MD 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sunil Thadani is an Ophthalmologist in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Thadani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Fuchs Dystrophy, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, and Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1.

    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Family Medicine

    Privia Medical Group LLC

    1050 Key Pkwy Ste 102, 
    Frederick, MD 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Julio Menocal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Menocal has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Insomnia, Empyema, Sinusitis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Internal Medicine

    Frederick Internal Medicine And Endocrinology Services PA

    65 Thomas Johnson Dr Ste C, 
    Frederick, MD 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Donelson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Donelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Secondary Parkinsonism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Colonoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Diabetic Retinopathy?

    Diabetes can harm the eyes. It can damage the small blood vessels in the retina, the back part of your eye. This condition is called diabetic retinopathy.

    Diabetes also increases the chance of having glaucoma, cataracts, and other eye problems.

    When should I see a Diabetic Retinopathy doctor near Frederick, MD?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Diabetic Retinopathy doctor near Frederick, MD?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Diabetic Retinopathy doctors near Frederick, MD?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Diabetic Retinopathy doctors near Frederick, MD?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Diabetic Retinopathy doctor near Frederick, MD?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Diabetic Retinopathy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Diabetic Retinopathy doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Diabetic Retinopathy doctor near Frederick, MD?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Diabetic Retinopathy doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Diabetic Retinopathy doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Diabetic Retinopathy doctors near Frederick, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Diabetic Retinopathy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Diabetic Retinopathy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Diabetic Retinopathy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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