MENU
Specialized Vitreous & Retina Care
Our Approach to Specialized Care
At The Retina Center, we believe that preserving vision requires more than just clinical excellence—it requires a holistic commitment to the patient experience. Our methodology is built on four pillars of excellence.
Patient-Centered Care
We prioritize compassionate treatment plans tailored to your unique lifestyle and vision goals, ensuring you feel heard and supported throughout your journey.
Experienced Specialists
Our board-certified ophthalmologists bring decades of combined fellowship-trained expertise to every procedure and consultation.
Advanced Technology
Utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging and surgical tools, we provide precise detection and treatment for complex retinal conditions.
Accessibility & Education
We are committed to clear communication and empowering patients with knowledge about their eye health.
Our Specialists
Meet our experienced board-certified ophthalmologists who have completed retinal fellowships and have over 60 years of combined experience dedicated to preserving your vision through advanced technology and compassionate care.
Robert Mames, MD
Michael W. Hines, MD
Dr. Mames specializes in vitreoretinal surgery, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, vascular occlusion management, and retinal imaging. He graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School and then trained in Internal Medicine at the Michael Reese Medical Center of Chicago. He completed his retina fellowship in Boston at The New England Eye Center. He previously served as an assistant professor at the University of Florida, where he co-directed the Retina Service. Dr. Mames is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Retina Specialists, the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology and The Retina Society. He founded The Retina Center and has been its Director since its inception in 1993. He has authored or co-authored numerous scientific papers and has given talks nationally and internationally.
Dr. Hines specializes in vitreoretinal surgery, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and retinal vascular occlusion management. He graduated from the University of Texas at Houston Medical School and completed his retina fellowship at Texas Retina Associates.
He has published numerous scientific papers and lectured nationally. He has been practicing exclusively at The Retina Center since 1997. Dr. Hines is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists.
Get in Touch
Email Us
For active, existing patients only,
please click above for access to our Patient Portal