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About Us 

At the Vision Research Institute, our mission is to improve the lives of patients with retinal disease through clinical research. We specialize in conducting retinal clinical trials, partnering closely with retina specialists and research sponsors to evaluate emerging treatments and advance the next generation of vision-saving therapies. Every study we conduct reflects our dedication to patient safety, education, and continually elevating the standard of retinal care.

Investigators

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Richard Y. Hwang, M.D., Ph.D

Principle Investigator 

Dinesh Bahl, M.D.

Sub- Investigator 

Daniel Kasuga, M.D.

Sub- Investigator 

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David C. Metrikin, M.D.

Sub- Investigator 

Claudia Gómez Hooten, M.D.

Sub- Investigator 

Anindya Jay Samanta, M.D.

Sub- Investigator 

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Jeremy Cuthbertson, M.D.

Sub- Investigator 

Research Coordinators 

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Cecilia Sambrano, LVN 

Nydia De Avila, BS

Address

1700 Curie Drive, Ste 3600

Sierra Towers Building 

El Paso, TX 79902

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Contact

(915)532-3914

VRIElpaso@gmail.com

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