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Retina Specialists of Michigan

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Retina Specialists of Michigan

Purpose: Restoring lives through compassionate care
Our Niche: Specialized retina care We attempt to provide a comfortable, pain and stress-free environment.

We strive to provide the highest quality, efficient, compassionate ophthalmic care delivered by the best team. Our board certified doctors Thomas Aaberg, Scott Westhouse, Nathan Pezda, and Liliya Shevchenko will diagnose, treat, and manage diseases of the retina such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion, retinal detachment, eye cancer, and many other eye conditions. Most procedures can be done in office, such as eye injections, laser treatments, and some retinal tear and detachment repairs.

01/23/2026

Last week, we celebrated a fourth anniversary with Heather, our Executive Director! Heather is committed to leading with focus, empowering our team, and supporting a culture rooted in strong values. Outside of work, her faith is an important part of her life, and she never turns down time at the lake or a Diet Mountain Dew. Thank you for your leadership and commitment, Heather!

01/21/2026

This month, we celebrate 11 years of exceptional care with Dr. Liliya Sutherland. A skilled physician, researcher, and educator, Dr. Sutherland has contributed to multiple studies, publications, and book chapters advancing the field of retina. Her professional interests include diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, inherited retinal diseases, and uveitis, bringing world-class expertise to our patients every day. When she’s not caring for patients, she enjoys time with her cats. Thank you, Dr. Sutherland, for your dedication, compassion, and leadership over the past 11 years!

01/20/2026

We recently celebrated one year with Tim. As an Ophthalmic Technician, Tim brings curiosity, dedication, and a strong passion for patient care. He hopes to attend medical school in the future and is already making a meaningful impact on our team. Outside of work, Tim enjoys running, playing golf, and cheering on Notre Dame football. Thank you, Tim, for your hard work and commitment to our patients!

01/19/2026

We believe everyone deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. Today, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his enduring message of equality, understanding, and service to others. We are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where all patients, families, and team members feel valued.

01/02/2026

Happy second anniversary to Isabella! Isabella hopes to become a physician scribe and loves horror movies, trying new foods, and celebrating her Hmong heritage. We’re so glad to have you on our team, Isabella!

01/01/2026

We look forward to serving you in 2026. Cheers to a healthy and bright new year!

12/31/2025

As we close out 2025, we’re grateful for the trust our patients place in us and the dedication of our team. Wishing you a healthy and joyful new year ahead!

12/30/2025

Join us in celebrating one year with Alyssa, our Prior Authorization and Patient Assistance Specialist, and six years with Christy, our Surgical Coordinator.

Alyssa ensures our patients receive the treatments they need by navigating authorizations, medication access, and behind-the-scenes details with care and precision. Outside the office, she enjoys wakeboarding, tubing, water surfing, working on cars, and spending time at church.

Christy loves mission trips, beach days, family time, and Dunkin coffee. She’s committed to growing her leadership skills, and we’re grateful for the compassion and care she brings to our patients.

We’re grateful for everything you both do!

12/26/2025

As the seven days of celebration begin, we honor the values of unity, purpose, and community.

12/25/2025

We wish you a day filled with peace, joy, and time spent with the people who matter most.

12/24/2025

Our team had fun sharing holiday cheer around the office. Wishing everyone a festive and joyful season filled with warmth and celebration. 🎄✨

12/22/2025

The Foundation for Vision Research (FVR) is dedicated to finding better ways to diagnose, treat, and prevent vision loss from conditions like macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, ocular melanoma, and more. By supporting clinical studies and sharing new knowledge with our community, FVR helps expand what’s possible in retinal care and brings hope to patients facing severe eye disease.

Address

5030 Cascade Road
Grand Rapids, MI
49546

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+16169542020

Website

http://retinaspecialistsofmichigan.com/

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Our Story

Dr. Thomas M. Aaberg, Jr founded Retina Specialists of Michigan in January 2009 to provide comprehensive retinal service, guided by the belief that patient care should be expert, efficient and personable. One year later, Dr. Scott Westhouse returned home to West Michigan, and joined the Retina Specialists’ team.

From humble beginnings, our practice has expanded rapidly — a testament to the quality of care provided by our team of physicians and staff who embody these ideals. In 2014, we doubled in size when two more doctors joined us: Dr. Nathan Pezda who completed his fellowship training in Toronto before moving to Grand Rapids, and Dr. Liliya Shevchenko who finished her fellowship training with our practice that same year.

Our doctors are committed to providing the best surgical care, aiding in the advancement of medicine through our involvement in clinical research trials, and advocating for our patients. With the addition of Dr. Shevchenko, our practice brings expertise to the specialized field of retinal degeneration and dystrophies. We are also the only ophthalmology practice in the area to specialize in ocular oncology. Our physicians operate clinics in Grand Rapids, Holland, Muskegon, and Big Rapids to better serve our community and the greater West Michigan region.