Summary

Prior to joining Associated Retina Consultants in 2014, Dr. Jaime Gaitan worked at the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale and was a retina specialist in private practice for over six years. Dr. Gaitan did his residency and vitreoretinal fellowship at The Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the number one ranked training program in the nation for over a decade.

Dr. Gaitan maintains membership in the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Arizona Ophthalmological Society and the Phoenix Ophthalmological Society.

Dr. Gaitan has participated in many research and scientific studies on a variety of topics.  He is the co-author of numerous published research papers.  He is currently developing an online educational site for physicians and patients encompassing all aspects of therapy and research in the area of wet age-related macular degeneration.

Awards
  • Intern of the year, semifinalist, Jackson Memorial Hospital
  • Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, U. of Miami School of Medicine
  • Dean’s List, Florida International University
  • Bachelor of Arts with General Honors, University of Miami
  • Dean’s List, Provost’s Honor Roll, University of Miami
  • Henry King Stanford Scholarship, University of Miami

Dr. Gaitan enjoys spending time with his family, and his three young boys, Jonah, Jeremy and Joshua. They enjoy skiing, hiking and travel.  He is fluent in Spanish.

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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Office Location

Associated Retina Consultants

1750 E Glendale AvePhoenix, AZ 85020
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 24 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Jaime Gaitan

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Banner Health
  • Banner Health - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Bright Health
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Health Choice Arizona
  • Health Choice Arizona - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthChoice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Jaime Gaitan has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Jaime Gaitan has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthamology
  • Retina Specialist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Arizona, 2028, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of MedicineGraduated in 2002

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Jaime Gaitan speaks English and Spanish.
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Jaime Gaitan's office is located at 1750 E Glendale Ave, Phoenix, AZ, 85020.

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