Alan J. Gordon, MD

Dr. Gordon received his B.S. degree with High Distinction in Psychology from the University of Michigan in 1983 and with highest Honors from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 1987. He graduated as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Society (AOA) from The John Hopkins University School of Medicine, distinguishing him as one of the top 12 students (top 10%) of his graduating class. He completed an internship in Internal Medicine at the Evanston Hospital/Northwestern University Affiliated Hospital in 1989. His Residency in Ophthalmology took place at the Cullen Eye Institute, Baylor College of Medicine in 1991 and his Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Diseases and Surgery was completed at The Retina Institute of Maryland in Baltimore in 1992.

Dr. Gordon was the recipient of several honors and awards, including The Everett L. Goar Research Award in Ophthalmology while at the Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Gordon has participated in many research and scientific presentations …on a variety of topics. He is the co-author of numerous published research papers, and was part of much of the pioneering work for macular hole surgery during his fellowship.

He is an active member of the American Society of Retina Specialists. He has been a member of numerous associations and societies including the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology and the University of Michigan, Baylor College of Medicine and The Johns Hopkins University Alumni Associations.

Since joining Associated Retina Consultants in 1992, Dr. Gordon has been an active member of the Arizona Ophthalmological Society and Phoenix Ophthalmological Society, and was elected President of the Phoenix Ophthalmological Society between 2002-2003.

He has the title of Associate Clinical Professor and Associate Director for Retina Services at the Maricopa County Medical Center. Including teaching responsibilities to residents from the Wills Eye Hospital and Mayo Clinic national programs. In our practice, Dr. Gordon is the Research Director and leading Primary Investigator for numerous nationwide clinical drug studies involving state of the art research in the treatment of age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusion. Dr. Gordon is the Chairman of our national accredited fellowship program.

Awards

• Arizona “Top Doctor, Ophthalmology” Phoenix Magazine
• “America’s Top Ophthalmologists,” Castle Connolly Medical – 2015
• University of Michigan, Dean’s Scholar List. William J. Branstrom Freshman Prize for Academic Achievement (Top 3% of Class)
• Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Alpha Omega Alpha (Highest Honors – Top 10% of Class)
• Mortar Board Honorary Society Finalist
• Golden Key National Honor Society
• Psi Chi National Honor Society in Psychology
• The Everett L. Goar Research Award in Ophthalmology, Baylor Ophthalmology Alumni Association (Annual award for “the best research paper presented by a resident”)

 Dr Gordon has 3 children and has an interest in many sports including golfing, tennis, and skiing. He enjoys photography, food, wine and spending time with his family. He is dedicated to providing personalized and compassionate care for his patients.

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