Dr. Rony Gelman, MD

Vitreoretinal Surgeon & Medical Retina Specialist

Hereditary Retinal Degenerations & Dystrophies

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

Diabetic Retinopathy

Vascular Diseases of the Retina

With specialized fellowship training in inherited retinal degenerations at Columbia University's Harkness Eye Institute and vitreoretinal surgery at USC, Dr. Gelman is a board-certified ophthalmologist who integrates advanced research with exceptional patient care for complex retinal conditions. His research interests span hereditary retinal degenerations, retinal imaging, biomedical informatics, telemedicine, and retinopathy of prematurity, reflecting his commitment to advancing the field through innovative approaches to diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Gelman's extensive clinical expertise includes the medical and surgical management of age-related macular degeneration, inherited retinal dystrophies, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular diseases, and retinal detachments, all informed by his unique combination of specialized fellowship training and research experience at leading academic institutions.

Fellowship

Vitreoretinal Surgical & Medical: USC

Inherited Retinal Degenerations: Columbia University

Residency

Columbia University, Harkness Eye Institute

Internship

St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital

Medical School

Tufts University School of Medicine

Undergraduate

New York University

Professional Excellence

Dr. Gelman's professional excellence is characterized by his unique ability to bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and exceptional clinical care throughout his distinguished career. His specialized training pathway, including both medical and surgical fellowships at premier academic institutions, combined with his recognition through prestigious awards such as the Foundation Fighting Blindness Clinical/Research Fellowship, demonstrates his commitment to achieving mastery in the most challenging aspects of retinal medicine. His research contributions span multiple domains of retinal care, from hereditary retinal degenerations to innovative applications of telemedicine and biomedical informatics, ensuring that his clinical practice remains at the forefront of medical innovation.

It’s a privilege to help patients protect and preserve their vision, especially during a time when breakthroughs in retinal care are giving hope to so many facing complex eye diseases.

Dr. Rony Gelman, MD

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Always pleasant, staff is great, wait times are short, Dr. Gelman is great, long-term patient (30+ years).

Joseph Wiercinski

Dr. Gelman is an excellent Retina Specialist. Tests are relevant and thorough. Choice of treatment works.

Joe Wardrick

The office is immaculate, the staff is always professional and Dr. Gelman is very thorough and accommodating.

Dale Cranston

Dr Gelman is great doctor. Very thorough and knowledgeable. The office is run well. Efficient staff.

Grace C

Excellent visit, Dr. Gelman was very in-depth in his examination.

Michael Bravata

My experience at Retina Consultants PA was excellent. the front desk to the Nurses and then meeting Dr Gelman. Dr.Gelman was very thorough and explained everything in detail. I would recommend Retina Consultants and Dr Gelman 100%.

Kiko Derderian