California Retina Consultants

I was referred to Dr. Gupta for my uveitis. I was told he was the only one in the AV that could see me for this condition. I first saw him near the start of this year. He prescribed steroids for my eyes told me to come back in three months. Upon my second appointment, I was told the uveitis got better in one eye but worse in the other. I was told I needed to change medication to a very strong steroid. (Which shocked every Dr I've seen since then) He was aware that I already had an issue with eye pressure and narrow angles, and assured me that this is the next step. Nowhere did he warn me that steroids could suddenly severely increase my eye pressures. I was told to stay on these for three months and to come back at the end of the year and we will check to see if it helped. Within two weeks of being on this new medication, I developed severe vision symptoms to the point I no longer felt it was safe for me to drive. I called Dr. Gupta the day the symptoms started and spoke to someone in great detail about what I was experiencing. I was told they will relay the message to him and call me back. I received a call back saying it was no big deal, and to keep using the medication. I asked if I should be seen sooner just in case, and I was assured that seeing me in December would be just fine. I was told that if I really felt strongly that something was wrong, that I could go see the doctor I had been seeing for my narrow angles. And that's just what I did the very next day. I got my eye pressure taken with the air puff machine. My reading was done over a dozen times because the staff could not believe how high it was reading. It was late in the day and I was told that if I experienced any vision changes to rush to the ER. The next day we did a more accurate reading with a tona-pen and it didn't read as high as the air puff, but it did read extremely high at 48. Long story short if I had listened to Dr. Gupta, I would've had irreversible damaged to my sight. I find his actions negligent when he told me I did not need to come in after experiencing such sudden and severe symptoms. I have since transferred care to a new doctor and for the record, there is another specialist in the AV. He is not the only one. I am posting in the hopes that it will save someone from losing their eyesight like I almost did.

"Thank you for not making me feel like a failure, and for your kindness during a very difficult time".

Started having problems and was referred to this clinic, they got me in quickly and everyone was very professional and efficient. I expected to be there several hours but from the time I walked in until I walked out it was only 1 hour; lots of tests performed and Doctor was extremely thorough and very good at explaining what was going on and very reassuring. Glad I was referred to them.

My mom had the 6th treatment to her eyes . The nurses and the people at the front desk are very polite and nice . Short waiting times and they seem to coordinate very well to do all the tests . The Doctor is very gentle and expert at what he does and doesn't seem in a hurry like most doctors . Smooth and great experience!

Gave it 9 stars only because of extended wait time. That aside, everything & everyone were wonderful! I came in fearful, and they helped by being thorough, and understanding. It helped a great deal to alleviate My anxiety Dr Bagheri was wonderful, explained everything, and was encouraging. Met her this once, but know I can trust her! Definitely recommended this facility. Janet Robbins

I have been a patient of CRC for several years. I have not had any issues with my care. The staff are friendly, courteous, efficient, and caring.I always feel like I am being taken good care of, and they are doing everything they can to help solve my issues and preserve my eyesight. I really appreciate all they do.

When you are concerned about losing your vision and you are having to change your eye doctor of 13 yrs, it's scary! I can not tell you how pleased I was with Dr See and his office team. They were professional, pleasant, and understanding. Dr See made me comfortable and confident with his knowledge and abilities. I want to thank the entire team. I highly recommend this practice!

For Retina problems this IS the place to go! My Doctor is the most caring and friendly professional. She is very competent in her work. So happy with their staff and office team. They are always working for the patient!