Summary

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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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
  • 35 years of experience
  • 57 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, French
  • Univ Of Ottawa Fac Of Med
  • 14 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 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 Stephen A.M. De Souza

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Banner Health
  • Banner Health - HMO
  • Banner Health - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Davis Vision
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Devoted Health
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Choice Arizona
  • Health Choice Arizona - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthChoice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Priority Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Stephen A.M. De Souza has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Stephen A.M. De Souza has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Uveitis
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Arizona, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Univ Of Ottawa Fac Of MedGraduated in 1991

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Stephen De Souza is affiliated with Valleywise Health Medical Center.

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