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At Apex Retina Institute, board-certified ophthalmologist and retina specialist Darren Knight, MD, provides complete eye care to adults in Long Beach, California, and throughout Los Angeles County. 

Dr. Darren Knight is a proud South Bay native. He graduated with honors from the University of Southern California with a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences and went on to complete medical school at the prestigious Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. After an internal medicine internship at Mount Sinai in New York City, he returned to Southern California to complete his ophthalmology residency at the University of California, Irvine. Dr. Knight later pursued a vigorous two-year fellowship focused on medical and surgical vitreoretinal disease at the University of California, San Diego. 

Dr. Knight is passionate about caring for his patients and equipping them with the knowledge they need to understand their diagnosis and achieve their best vision. He strives to guide his patients to a complete understanding of their illness and best practices through a philosophy rooted in compassion, kindness, and dignity. Every patient who walks in the door is treated with the same attention and care that would be given to his own family. 

Dr. Knight takes pride in his ability to share his knowledge of retinal disease with others. During his residency, he was selected by his fellow residents as the teacher of the year. Dr. Knight stays current on the latest developments in retinal disease and surgery so that his patients can achieve the best outcomes. Through cutting-edge technology and medications, he ensures that his patients receive quality care that enables them to improve their quality of life.

He has a particular interest in diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal vascular disease, macular holes, epiretinal membranes (macular puckers), and retinal detachments. 

Dr. Knight has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals, including Retina, Ophthalmology, and JAMA Ophthalmology. He has participated in various clinical trials as both a sub-investigator and principal investigator. Dr. Knight has presented his research at the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Retinal Specialists, and the Association of Research for Vision and Ophthalmology. He was also an Ophthalmology Times research scholar finalist for his research on “Retinal Morphology and its Influence on Operative Outcomes in Refractive Lens Exchange Patients.”

Dr. Knight is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is also a member of both the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists.

In his free time, Dr. Knight enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, cheering on the Los Angeles Lakers and USC Trojans, and streaming the latest movies/shows. Don’t forget to ask him about his favorites. 

Apex Retina Institute is conveniently located and features cutting-edge diagnostics onsite, including optical coherence tomography (OCT), widefield fundus photography, fundus autofluorescence, and fluorescein angiography. We specialize in diagnosing and treating macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular disease, and retinal detachments.

Call Apex Retina Institute today to request an eye exam or make your appointment online. 

The highly skilled ophthalmologists at the practice of Dr. Wayne H. Martin, MD in Diamond Bar, California, provide men and women with the finest eye care available in Los Angeles County.

With more than 25 years of experience, Dr. Martin leads a team of expert doctors who provide a full range of services, including optometry, LASIK, and treatment for serious conditions, such as cataracts, macular degeneration, and glaucoma.

For your convenience, they perform surgical treatments at the office on an outpatient basis. Furthermore, their surgical procedures are minimally invasive and are performed only after conservative treatments are considered.  

Dr. Martin and his team treat the underlying causes of eye conditions, and they help their patients adjust to any changes in sight. Dr. Martin recognizes the close relationship between eye health and overall health, so he and his team work closely with their patients’ other doctors with the goal of reaching the best possible outcomes.

To get top-notch eye care from friendly doctors who want the best for you, book an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Wayne H. Martin, MD today.

The highly skilled ophthalmologists at the practice of Dr. Wayne H. Martin, MD in Diamond Bar, California, provide men and women with the finest eye care available in Los Angeles County.

With more than 25 years of experience, Dr. Martin leads a team of expert doctors who provide a full range of services, including optometry, LASIK, and treatment for serious conditions, such as cataracts, macular degeneration, and glaucoma.

For your convenience, they perform surgical treatments at the office on an outpatient basis. Furthermore, their surgical procedures are minimally invasive and are performed only after conservative treatments are considered.  

Dr. Martin and his team treat the underlying causes of eye conditions, and they help their patients adjust to any changes in sight. Dr. Martin recognizes the close relationship between eye health and overall health, so he and his team work closely with their patients’ other doctors with the goal of reaching the best possible outcomes.

To get top-notch eye care from friendly doctors who want the best for you, book an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Wayne H. Martin, MD today.

Shivani Gupta, MD, MPH, is an oculoplastic surgeon with over 10 years of experience in the field. She has a private practice in Beverly Hills, California.

As an oculoplastic surgeon, Dr. Gupta focuses on refreshing the face, performing blepharoplasty for the upper and lower eyelids, brow lifts, and treating ptosis (droopy eyelids). She also offers non-surgical treatments such as Botox® and fillers.

Dr. Gupta also specializes in autoimmune conditions that affect the eye area, including thyroid eye disease (TED). She participated in the early international clinical trials for Tepezza®, which is currently the only FDA-approved prescription medication for TED. 

After earning her Doctor of Medicine degree at The Ohio State University (OSU) College of Medicine Dr. Gupta went on to complete her Ophthalmology residency training at the prestigious Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary in Chicago, where she served as co-chief resident. 

At the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Dr. Gupta went on to complete a distinguished two-year fellowship program in oculoplastics accredited by the American Society of Ophthalmologic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Oculofacial Plastic Surgery® (ASOPRS). 

Dr. Gupta also has a Master of Public Health (MPH) in epidemiology and is board-certified in ophthalmology. She’s also been inducted into the ASOPRS society and published numerous articles and book chapters related to oculoplastics.

With an interest in promoting health and well-being, Dr. Gupta takes a holistic approach to care, focusing on more than just surgery. She also helps her patients make lifestyle changes that lead to better health and wellness.

For attentive, personalized care, call the office of Shivani Gupta, MD, MPH, or schedule an appointment online today.

After many years of dedicated service, Jeannine W. Scheinhorn, MD has decided to embark on a new chapter in life: retirement. We extend our heartfelt congratulations and gratitude for the years of trust and care you've placed in Dr. Scheinhorn.

Dr. Scheinhorn received her Doctor of Medicine from Tulane University in New Orleans, where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She was also cited by the American Medical Women’s Association for scholastic achievement. She completed her residency in ophthalmology at Louisiana State University Eye Center in New Orleans.

Dr. Scheinhorn served the community of Glendale, California for over 30 years. She was voted Best Ophthalmologist, Glendale in 2017 and 2018. She has also been honored for her dedication and support of Glendale Healthy Kids.

Scott W. Beeve is a board-certified ophthalmologist practicing at Beeve Vision Care Center in Glendale, California. He specializes in laser vision correction and holds multiple certifications in laser and refractive surgeries, including iDesign iLASIK and multifocal intraocular lens implantation. Dr. Beeve has been performing LASIK procedures since 1999 and is a leading provider of cataract surgery. He also offers comprehensive eye care services, including diagnostics and treatment of conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, emergencies and dry eyes. 

Since 2000, Dr. Beeve has been voted Glendale’s Best and Foothills’ Best Ophthalmologist by the Los Angeles Times-Glendale News-Press Readers Poll. He also received the Pasadena Best Doctors Award, the KCAL Best of LA, the Patients Choice Award for Best Ophthalmologists, and the Consumers Research Council of America Top Ophthalmologists awards year after year. 

Dr. Beeve also remains active as part of the medical staff of the Eye Surgical Center, Verdugo Hills Hospital, and Glendale Adventist Hospital. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. 

Graduating cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Loma Linda University, Dr. Beeve later earned his medical degree at Loma Linda University School of Medicine. He went on to complete his internship in internal medicine and pursued his residency in ophthalmology at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. 

When not working with his patients, Dr. Beeve focuses on his work as a board member and volunteer eye physician and surgeon as part of his family’s Beeve Foundation for World Eye and Health.