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Zachary Koretz, MD, MPH is a board-certified ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgeon (Retina Specialist) with a passion for patient care and a remarkable background in eye health.

Originally from Los Angeles, Dr. Koretz graduated first his class from Tulane University School of Medicine where he also earned a Master’s in Public Health in Epidemiology. At Tulane, Dr. Koretz was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society and he was elected president of the medical student body. He completed his residency in Ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh and a fellowship at the prestigious Shiley Eye Institute at the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Koretz has authored numerous research publications on retinal imaging, infectious eye diseases, and ChatGPT in ophthalmology. He also served as a clinical instructor at UC San Diego and the San Diego VA Medical Center, sharing his expertise with future doctors. His community work includes leading free eye clinics for underserved populations and medical mission trips.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Koretz enjoys photography, cooking, and exploring Denver with his wife, two daughters, and their Golden Retriever.

Ross Chod, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgeon (or retina specialist). Dr. Chod founded Retina Specialists of Colorado in 2018 to provide Coloradans with the utmost in exceptional and compassionate retina care. 

After growing up in St. Louis, Missouri, Dr. Chod received his medical degree from the Tulane University School of Medicine in 2012. Dr. Chod completed his ophthalmology residency at St. Louis University. From there, Dr. Chod did fellowship training in Vitreoretinal Surgery at the prestigious New York Eye and Ear Infirmary in New York City, before moving to Colorado to start Retina Specialists of Colorado. 

Throughout his education and career, Dr. Chod has been published in numerous esteemed ophthalmic journals and has presented papers on his work at national ophthalmology meetings.

When he is out of the office, Dr. Chod takes great joy in spending time with his family, including his wife and three children. He also enjoys staying active with skiing, golf, and ice hockey.