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Michael Rivers, MD

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Michael Rivers, MD
The Retina Group of Washington
(6 Reviews)
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8505 Arlington Blvd, Suite 300 Fairfax, VA 22031
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Michael Rivers, MD

What distinguishes The Retina Group of Washington from any other Washington-area practiceand from most groups around the countryis the vast experience and sub-specialty expertise of our retinal physicians and surgeons who are both local and national leaders in treating vitreoretinal diseases. Each doctor's extensive individual training, coupled with the collaboration and consultation with their RGW colleagues, contributes to a unique environment that assures patients receive the highest quality and most comprehensive care.
Primary Specialty

Ophthalmologist

Gender Male
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8505 Arlington Blvd, Suite 300, Fairfax, VA 22031
Services Retina Specialist
Ophthalmologist
Retina & Vitreous Surgeon
Eye Doctor
Consumer Feedback
(6 Reviews)
Service
3 star average for Service
Environment
3 star average for Environment
Expertise
1.5 star average for Expertise
Staff
3 star average for Staff
Recommended
2.5 star average for Recommended
Value
1 star average for Value
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Recent Reviews
Saw Dr. Rivers on a Monday for a dark spot on the edge of my vision in the left eye which I had noticed over the weekend. He said it was a young retinal detachment, and it could be operated on that day as a medical emergency, or the next day. Not knowing anything about retinal detachments, I left the decision in his hands; I only said I didn't want to do anything that would jeopardize my vision. The operation was then set up for the next day, but by the time I was operated on the detachment had spread to the center of my vision. After the operation was over I was left with very distorted and unuseable vision in that eye, due to several retinal folds. Over time the folds have resolved, but the severe metamorphopsia and distortions remain, particularly in the central area. It is impossible to read or use that eye for much of anything, and it is very upsetting to have to live with it. I believe that if my retinal detachment had been treated the same day, like the true medical emergency it was, I would have preserved useful vision in that eye.
by Brokeneye xxx.xxx.220.145
December 04, 2012
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Recent Polls
Were the waiting room chairs comfortable at this eye care office?
Not really
Was this provider's staff friendly?
Not Really
Does this provider use current and safe equipment?
No; the equipment needs to be updated
Was this provider friendly?
Not at all
How would you compare this provider to others in his/her field that you have visited?
Terrible
by halfblind xxx.xxx.80.219
June 19, 2014
Did you spend a lot of time in the waiting room at this provider's office?
Yes, I had to reorganize my schedule
Was it easy to make an appointment with this provider?
I waited longer than I wanted to, but it wasn't terrible
Are you going to visit this provider again?
Not if my life depended on it
Is this provider willing to pursue advice from other providers when necessary?
Not at all. They were too arrogant to ask for any assistance, even though they knew it would help
Does this provider maintain a professional appearance?
Yes, he/she looked very professional
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.28.6
June 08, 2013
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