The 20 Best Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration Doctors Near Me in Escondido, CA

Find the Top Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 50 doctor with experience in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration near Escondido, CA. Of these, 31 are Experienced, 15 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alex Yuan is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Yuan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Detachment, Retinitis Pigmentosa, and Vitrectomy.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    North County Eye Center Inc.

    225 E 2nd Ave Ste 102, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lorne Kapner is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Kapner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Kapner is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Abraham is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Abraham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Nephrectomy.

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    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo

    15004 Innovation Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ray Gariano is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Gariano is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, and Retinal Detachment.

    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo

    15004 Innovation Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Lin is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Lin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    201 W Valley Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Plotner is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Plotner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Interstitial Keratitis, Eyelid Bump, and Meibomianitis. Dr. Plotner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    225 E 2nd Ave Ste 310, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Phan is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Phan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Allergic Conjunctivitis.

    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    North County Eye Center Inc.

    225 E 2nd Ave Ste 102, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Erwin Omens is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Omens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Meibomianitis, Eyelid Bump, and Entropion. Dr. Omens is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    North County Eye Center Inc.

    225 E 2nd Ave Ste 102, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Le is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Le is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Le is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    1802 S Escondido Blvd Ste E, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arvind Saini is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Saini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Pterygium, Hereditary Keratitis, and Glaucoma.

    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sean Berkowitz is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Berkowitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Uveitis, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Cataract, and Vitrectomy.

    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Connect Hearing Inc.

    16766 Bernardo Center Dr Ste 206, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neeta Varshney is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Varshney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Her clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Geographic Atrophy, and Stent Placement.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    100 N Rancho Santa Fe Rd Ste 126, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tory Prestera is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Prestera is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Diabetic Retinopathy, Meibomianitis, and Glaucoma.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Inc

    16899 W Bernardo Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Namrata Kapoor is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Kapoor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Glaucoma.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Inc

    16899 W Bernardo Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barry Lipson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Lipson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Retina Consultants San Diego Inc.

    12630 Monte Vista Rd, 
    Poway, CA 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Atul Jain is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Poway, California. Dr. Jain is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Retinal Detachment.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Retina Consultants San Diego Inc.

    12630 Monte Vista Rd, 
    Poway, CA 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Ammar is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Poway, California. Dr. Ammar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Scripps Clinic Medical Laboratories

    15004 Innovation Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karim Zablit is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Zablit is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Cataract.

    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Retina San Diego

    477 N El Camino Real Ste C302, 
    Encinitas, CA 
     (11.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arash Mozayan is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Encinitas, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Mozayan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy, and Familial Exudative Vitreoretinopathy.

    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Inc

    16899 W Bernardo Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anjali Parekh is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Parekh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Neuroretinitis, Uveitis, and Trabeculectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration?

    Late-onset retinal degeneration is an inherited retinal dystrophy characterized by delayed dark adaptation and nyctalopia and drusen deposits presenting in adulthood, followed by cone and rod degeneration that presents in the sixth decade of life, which leads to central vision loss. Anterior segment features such as peripupillary iris transillumination defects and abnormally long anterior zonular insertions are also observed. Choroidal neovascularization and glaucoma may occur in the late stages of the disease.

    When should I see a Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor near Escondido, CA?

    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 Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor near Escondido, CA?

    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 Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctors near Escondido, CA?

    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 Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctors near Escondido, CA?

    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 Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor near Escondido, CA?

    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 Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration 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 Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor near Escondido, CA?

    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 Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration 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 Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration 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 Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctors near Escondido, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration 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 Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration 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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