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Your Sight,
Our Vision

The Virginia Retina Center treats diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachments, macular holes, retinal occlusions, and penetrating ocular trauma.

Retinal Services

Advanced diagnostics and treatments for retinal diseases to preserve vision.

For Patients

We offer timely and sight-saving treatment for retina patients in California.

For Doctors

Over 2,000 unique referring physicians have entrusted their patients’ care to us.

Your Sight,
Our Vision

The Virginia Retina Center is dedicated to excellence in the diagnosis and treatment of medical and surgical conditions of the retina. The Virginia Retina Center treat diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachments, macular holes, retinal occlusions, and penetrating ocular trauma.

Retinal Services

Advanced diagnostics and treatments for retinal diseases to preserve vision.

For Patients

We offer timely and sight-saving treatment for retina patients in California.

For Doctors

Over 2,000 unique referring physicians have entrusted their patients’ care to us.

Clear Vision, Expert Care

The Virginia Retina Center seeks to preserve and restore the sight of present and future generations by continuing to provide the highest quality and most complete health care to our patients, by developing new knowledge and skills, and by passing on our knowledge to other health care providers and patients.

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Our Specialties

Diabetic Retinopathy

Macular Degeneration

Retinal Vascular Occlusions

Floaters & Flashes

Retinal Tears & Detachments

Macular Hole

Specialized retinal care in Virginia

Virginia Retina is a premier ophthalmology practice specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of retinal diseases. With a team of highly skilled retina specialists and cutting-edge medical technology, we are dedicated to preserving and restoring vision for patients across Virginia. Our mission is to provide compassionate, state-of-the-art care tailored to each patient’s needs.

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Stay informed with the latest news, updates, and advancements from Virginia Retina Specialists, where we share insights on cutting-edge treatments and patient care. Follow us for important announcements, event details, and expert tips on maintaining optimal eye health.

Virginia Retina Research Foundation

Virginia Retina is a premier ophthalmology practice specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of retinal diseases. With a team of highly skilled retina specialists and cutting-edge medical technology, we are dedicated to preserving and restoring vision for patients across Virginia.

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Retinal Diagnostics & Testing

The retina, macula, and vitreous are subject to a wide array of conditions, illnesses, and injuries. As they play such significant roles in your vision and health, it’s vital to identify specific disorders. Doing so enables ophthalmologists and retina specialists to initiate treatment at the earliest opportunity.

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Vitreoretinal Surgeries

While many retinal, macular, and vitreal conditions can be treated with injections and other therapies, some cases require surgical intervention in order to repair damage and prevent vision loss. Surgeries performed on the retina and inside the eye are known as vitreoretinal surgeries. Because of the size and location of the retina, these procedures are exceptionally delicate and precise and require the skill of a board-certified retina specialist and surgeon.

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Conditions

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Retinal Vascular Occlusions
Retinal Tears & Detachments
Macular Hole
Macular Pucker
Flashes and Floaters
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy

Treatment

Diagnostic & Testing
Vitreoretinal Surgeries
Injections
Other Treatments

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Kim Tillinghast

CPFA™, Principal, Partner

Kim Tillinghast began her career in the banking industry in 1985. She graduated with a degree in Finance from West Texas State University in 1990 and has continued her education by earning her Series 24 General Securities Principal Exam and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA™). Shortly thereafter she started her brokerage career at a traditional wirehouse in downtown Los Angeles, California in 1991. After relocating to Orange County, Kim became an independent financial advisor in May of 1993. She brings over 37 years in the banking and finance industry with experience ranging from designing, developing, employing and maintaining complex investment strategies, Pension Plans, Employee Stock Option Plans, Corporate Finance, Estate Planning and Transition. Outside of her career, she served as Co-Chair of the Dallas County Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure 2013 and 2014 and currently serves on the Board of the Tillinghast Society, Inc. With a deep love for animals, she continues to volunteer for multiple emergency animal response teams including Red Rover, HSUS, UAN, ASPCA and volunteers weekly at the Irving Animal Shelter. Kim also loves worldwide adventure travel and has many amazing experiences visiting almost half of the world’s countries and all seven continents, twice.

Karthik Muraliraj

CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, RMA®, Partner

Karthik Muraliraj was raised in Fort Worth, Texas, and developed an interest in investing and economics at a young age. After graduating from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a minor in Business, he started his career as a financial professional in 2008. Throughout his career, Karthik has continued to educate himself by gaining multiple designations. Since moving to Dallas, he has been an active member in the community—volunteering with organizations such as the network of Indian Professionals, Dallas Autumn Ball and Reading Partners. Karthik is an avid sports fan and enjoys supporting his alma mater as a proud member of the Texas Exes Dallas Chapter. In his free time, Karthik enjoys cooking, travel, fitness and spending time with this wife, son, dog, and cat.

Crystal Arredondo

MBA, CDFA®, CPFA™, Partner

Crystal Arredondo was born and raised in Germany. She moved to Texas following her parents’ decision to retire after serving an overseas career in the Armed Forces. Seeing firsthand the difficult transition to civilian life after retirement, Crystal obtained her MBA in Finance at the University of North Texas and began her career as a financial advisor. In 2009, she completed the Retirement Planning Specialist Program at the Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania. In 2018, she earned her designation of Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®). In 2022, she earned the additional designation as a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA™). As the daughter of an immigrant mother, she especially enjoys helping women and business owners make decisions that affect their financial independence. She served as the 2015-16 Chair for the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) and 2016-17 Chair for the NAWBO Institute of Entrepreneurial Development.

Philip Strunk

CFP®, CPA, Partner

Philip Strunk is a native of Houston, TX. Philip earned his Bachelor of Business Administration and Masters in Professional Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin’s McCombs School of Business. He earned his designation as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in 2004 and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (TM) certification in 2010. Having started his career with Deloitte & Touche, LLP in 2005, Philip spent a year and a half in Deloitte’s Audit and Assurance Services group and provided a variety of financial services for a number of Fortune 500 companies. He decided in late 2006 that his talent and passion for investments were best suited for working with smaller groups and individuals. After obtaining the required securities registrations and insurance licenses, Philip became a financial advisor. The impact was plainly visible and more fulfilling. Philip serves as the Investment Director for MPACT.

John C. Farris

CAP®, CFS®, Partner

John C. Farris is a founding partner and has more than forty years in both public and private business serving in a variety of management and leadership capacities. John completed the Retirement Planning Specialist Program at the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania earning the Retirement Planning Specialist designation. John and his family have a history of philanthropic giving through numerous non-profit organizations. John recently completed his designation as a Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® (CAP®). He is also a member of The International Association of Advisors in Philanthropy. His primary goal is to help people give intelligently with love and thereby experience the true joy of helping others. John lives in Park Cities and has served on the Public Works Advisory Council, as finance director of the BSA West Park District, the BSA Troop 82 Executive Board, and as a BSA Assistant Scoutmaster for Troop 82, Dallas, Texas.