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At Apex Retina Institute, board-certified ophthalmologist and retina specialist Darren Knight, MD, provides complete eye care to adults in Long Beach, California, and throughout Los Angeles County. 

Dr. Darren Knight is a proud South Bay native. He graduated with honors from the University of Southern California with a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences and went on to complete medical school at the prestigious Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. After an internal medicine internship at Mount Sinai in New York City, he returned to Southern California to complete his ophthalmology residency at the University of California, Irvine. Dr. Knight later pursued a vigorous two-year fellowship focused on medical and surgical vitreoretinal disease at the University of California, San Diego. 

Dr. Knight is passionate about caring for his patients and equipping them with the knowledge they need to understand their diagnosis and achieve their best vision. He strives to guide his patients to a complete understanding of their illness and best practices through a philosophy rooted in compassion, kindness, and dignity. Every patient who walks in the door is treated with the same attention and care that would be given to his own family. 

Dr. Knight takes pride in his ability to share his knowledge of retinal disease with others. During his residency, he was selected by his fellow residents as the teacher of the year. Dr. Knight stays current on the latest developments in retinal disease and surgery so that his patients can achieve the best outcomes. Through cutting-edge technology and medications, he ensures that his patients receive quality care that enables them to improve their quality of life.

He has a particular interest in diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal vascular disease, macular holes, epiretinal membranes (macular puckers), and retinal detachments. 

Dr. Knight has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals, including Retina, Ophthalmology, and JAMA Ophthalmology. He has participated in various clinical trials as both a sub-investigator and principal investigator. Dr. Knight has presented his research at the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Retinal Specialists, and the Association of Research for Vision and Ophthalmology. He was also an Ophthalmology Times research scholar finalist for his research on “Retinal Morphology and its Influence on Operative Outcomes in Refractive Lens Exchange Patients.”

Dr. Knight is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is also a member of both the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists.

In his free time, Dr. Knight enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, cheering on the Los Angeles Lakers and USC Trojans, and streaming the latest movies/shows. Don’t forget to ask him about his favorites. 

Apex Retina Institute is conveniently located and features cutting-edge diagnostics onsite, including optical coherence tomography (OCT), widefield fundus photography, fundus autofluorescence, and fluorescein angiography. We specialize in diagnosing and treating macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular disease, and retinal detachments.

Call Apex Retina Institute today to request an eye exam or make your appointment online. 

Dr. Ling Bei MD is a fellowship -trained glaucoma and cataract surgeon with a particular interest in minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. She provides the most advanced medical, laser, and surgical techniques personalizing care for the individual's needs and lifestyle. She also performs laser-assisted cataract surgery with specialty intraocular lenses to reduce or eliminate the need for glasses.

Dr. Bei graduated magna cum laude from Duke University with a double major in Biomedical Engineering and English. She completed her medical school training at the University of Pittsburgh and her ophthalmology residency at Washington University in St. Louis where she was honored to receive the Resident Research Award. She further received dedicated glaucoma surgical training at the University of California - San Diego with world-renowned leaders in the glaucoma field and was chosen to receive the Fellow Teaching Award for her contributions to mentorship of other ophthalmologists. She has published numerous papers in peer-reviewed ophthalmology journals and is a member of the American Board of Ophthalmology and the American Glaucoma Society.

In her free time she enjoys fitness, travel, and water-sports with her two children and husband.

Dr. Irene Fong Sasaki is a caring and highly skilled, board-certified surgeon who specializes in Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery. She has practiced in Long Beach since 1995 and has built her practice through word of mouth referrals from satisfied patients and referring physicians.

Dr. Sasaki loves to care for people and is dedicated to providing her patients with the highest quality eye care.

Dr. Sasaki is a native Angelino and received her undergraduate degree from the University of California at Berkeley. She earned her medical degree at the Medical College of Pennsylvania and then completed her internship at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco and a residency in ophthalmology at King Drew Medical Center. Dr. Sasaki wanted to increase her ability to diagnose and treat glaucoma and went on to pursue more extensive training by completing a fellowship in glaucoma at the Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA.

She is Board Certified and is current with new advances in sutureless, microincisional, laser cataract surgery and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. She has expertise with premium lens implants including toric, multifocal and accommodating intraocular lens implants for patients who want to reduce their dependence on glasses after cataract surgery.

Dr. Sasaki is dedicated to investing in our communities. She volunteers and supports numerous organizations that promote women’s issues, youth sports and public education. Dr. Sasaki, her husband Ned, and their two sons, Matt and Will, are all baseball fans. Their home team is the Los Angeles Dodgers. She enjoys cooking, exploring new cuisines, traveling and sharing time with her family.

Dr. Audrey Mok is a board-certified ophthalmologist whose clinical and surgical expertise is focused on Cataract Surgery, Oculoplastics and Neuro-ophthalmology. She strives to bring her patients excellent and compassionate care.

Dr. Mok’s initial exposure to eye care started when she was a young child, when she realized that she could “actually see the leaves on the trees” after obtaining her first pair of glasses. She grew up locally in Southern California, attending St. Joseph High School in Lakewood. She began to think about a career in medicine during this time and during her undergraduate studies at UCLA, where she graduated cum laude with a B.S. in Psychobiology. Dr. Mok attended medical school at Georgetown University, and then decided to return to California to complete an internship in Internal Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

She then moved to Chicago to train at the University of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary for her ophthalmology residency. During that time, she realized that she wished to specialize even further, and continued training at the University of California, Irvine, to complete a fellowship in Oculoplastics and Neuro-ophthalmology. During her fellowship, she gained additional experience in medical and surgical treatments for patients with eyelid disorders, eyelid reconstruction, thyroid disease, strokes, and other neurological conditions which can affect eyesight. Dr. Mok also performs cosmetic procedures such as upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), and is skilled in the use of Botox and Xeomin for both cosmetic and medical (i.e. for eyelid and facial spasms). She has extensive experience in injecting soft-tissue fillers such as Belotero, Restylane, Juvederm, Radiesse, and Sculptra. She has presented posters and papers at international ophthalmological meetings, and since joining Eye Treatment Center in 2005 she has served as a primary or sub-investigator in multiple cutting-edge clinical research trials.

Dr. Mok was eager to return to the Southern California community that she grew up in, and is committed to her patients and to the area. In her current practice, she is also a skilled cataract surgeon well-versed in small-incision and laser cataract surgery and premium intraocular lens technology. Dr. Mok has been named by her peers to the Super Doctors® Rising Stars list in the past, and to Los Angeles Magazine’s Top Doctors list for 2018. In the past, she has served as Chair for the Department of Ophthalmology at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center. She enjoys spending time with her husband and their two sons, traveling, running, and reading.

Dr. Andrew Lee graduated cum laude and with Phi Beta Kappa honors from UCLA. He then went on to complete his medical degree at the NYU School of Medicine. After his internship in internal medicine at UC Irvine School of Medicine, he went on to complete his residency in ophthalmology at the Northwell Health Eye Institute in New York where he served as chief resident in his final year. Dr. Lee then went on to receive additional training at the Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA where he completed a fellowship in Cornea, External Diseases, and Refractive Surgery.  

The highly skilled ophthalmologists at the practice of Dr. Wayne H. Martin, MD in Diamond Bar, California, provide men and women with the finest eye care available in Los Angeles County.

With more than 25 years of experience, Dr. Martin leads a team of expert doctors who provide a full range of services, including optometry, LASIK, and treatment for serious conditions, such as cataracts, macular degeneration, and glaucoma.

For your convenience, they perform surgical treatments at the office on an outpatient basis. Furthermore, their surgical procedures are minimally invasive and are performed only after conservative treatments are considered.  

Dr. Martin and his team treat the underlying causes of eye conditions, and they help their patients adjust to any changes in sight. Dr. Martin recognizes the close relationship between eye health and overall health, so he and his team work closely with their patients’ other doctors with the goal of reaching the best possible outcomes.

To get top-notch eye care from friendly doctors who want the best for you, book an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Wayne H. Martin, MD today.

After many years of dedicated service, Jeannine W. Scheinhorn, MD has decided to embark on a new chapter in life: retirement. We extend our heartfelt congratulations and gratitude for the years of trust and care you've placed in Dr. Scheinhorn.

Dr. Scheinhorn received her Doctor of Medicine from Tulane University in New Orleans, where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She was also cited by the American Medical Women’s Association for scholastic achievement. She completed her residency in ophthalmology at Louisiana State University Eye Center in New Orleans.

Dr. Scheinhorn has served the community of Glendale and La Canada, California for over 30 years. She was voted Best Ophthalmologist, Glendale in 2017 and 2018. She has also been honored for her dedication and support of Glendale Healthy Kids.

The highly skilled ophthalmologists at the practice of Dr. Wayne H. Martin, MD in Diamond Bar, California, provide men and women with the finest eye care available in Los Angeles County.

With more than 25 years of experience, Dr. Martin leads a team of expert doctors who provide a full range of services, including optometry, LASIK, and treatment for serious conditions, such as cataracts, macular degeneration, and glaucoma.

For your convenience, they perform surgical treatments at the office on an outpatient basis. Furthermore, their surgical procedures are minimally invasive and are performed only after conservative treatments are considered.  

Dr. Martin and his team treat the underlying causes of eye conditions, and they help their patients adjust to any changes in sight. Dr. Martin recognizes the close relationship between eye health and overall health, so he and his team work closely with their patients’ other doctors with the goal of reaching the best possible outcomes.

To get top-notch eye care from friendly doctors who want the best for you, book an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Wayne H. Martin, MD today.

Shivani Gupta, MD, MPH, is an oculoplastic surgeon with over 10 years of experience in the field. She has a private practice in Beverly Hills, California.

As an oculoplastic surgeon, Dr. Gupta focuses on refreshing the face, performing blepharoplasty for the upper and lower eyelids, brow lifts, and treating ptosis (droopy eyelids). She also offers non-surgical treatments such as Botox® and fillers.

Dr. Gupta also specializes in autoimmune conditions that affect the eye area, including thyroid eye disease (TED). She participated in the early international clinical trials for Tepezza®, which is currently the only FDA-approved prescription medication for TED. 

After earning her Doctor of Medicine degree at The Ohio State University (OSU) College of Medicine Dr. Gupta went on to complete her Ophthalmology residency training at the prestigious Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary in Chicago, where she served as co-chief resident. 

At the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Dr. Gupta went on to complete a distinguished two-year fellowship program in oculoplastics accredited by the American Society of Ophthalmologic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Oculofacial Plastic Surgery® (ASOPRS). 

Dr. Gupta also has a Master of Public Health (MPH) in epidemiology and is board-certified in ophthalmology. She’s also been inducted into the ASOPRS society and published numerous articles and book chapters related to oculoplastics.

With an interest in promoting health and well-being, Dr. Gupta takes a holistic approach to care, focusing on more than just surgery. She also helps her patients make lifestyle changes that lead to better health and wellness.

For attentive, personalized care, call the office of Shivani Gupta, MD, MPH, or schedule an appointment online today.

After many years of dedicated service, Jeannine W. Scheinhorn, MD has decided to embark on a new chapter in life: retirement. We extend our heartfelt congratulations and gratitude for the years of trust and care you've placed in Dr. Scheinhorn.

Dr. Scheinhorn received her Doctor of Medicine from Tulane University in New Orleans, where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She was also cited by the American Medical Women’s Association for scholastic achievement. She completed her residency in ophthalmology at Louisiana State University Eye Center in New Orleans.

Dr. Scheinhorn has served the community of Glendale and La Canada, California for over 30 years. She was voted Best Ophthalmologist, Glendale in 2017 and 2018. She has also been honored for her dedication and support of Glendale Healthy Kids.

Scott W. Beeve is a board-certified ophthalmologist practicing at Beeve Vision Care Center in Glendale, California. He specializes in laser vision correction and holds multiple certifications in laser and refractive surgeries, including iDesign iLASIK and multifocal intraocular lens implantation. Dr. Beeve has been performing LASIK procedures since 1999 and is a leading provider of cataract surgery. He also offers comprehensive eye care services, including diagnostics and treatment of conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, emergencies and dry eyes. 

Since 2000, Dr. Beeve has been voted Glendale’s Best and Foothills’ Best Ophthalmologist by the Los Angeles Times-Glendale News-Press Readers Poll. He also received the Pasadena Best Doctors Award, the KCAL Best of LA, the Patients Choice Award for Best Ophthalmologists, and the Consumers Research Council of America Top Ophthalmologists awards year after year. 

Dr. Beeve also remains active as part of the medical staff of the Eye Surgical Center, Verdugo Hills Hospital, and Glendale Adventist Hospital. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. 

Graduating cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Loma Linda University, Dr. Beeve later earned his medical degree at Loma Linda University School of Medicine. He went on to complete his internship in internal medicine and pursued his residency in ophthalmology at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. 

When not working with his patients, Dr. Beeve focuses on his work as a board member and volunteer eye physician and surgeon as part of his family’s Beeve Foundation for World Eye and Health.

I have been practicing in Reseda since 1981 and I have seen so many changes. But what hasn't changed, eyeballs! Although I enjoy using the latest technology to help view, diagnosis, and treat my patient's eyeballs, they are still just my patient's eyeballs. I love educating my patients as much as I love educating myself. I believe it is important to understand what is going on with your eyes, how it happened or got to this point and what our part is. I believe if we are educated then we will be better equipped to make better decisions.