For Referring Physicians

Referring a Patient to Dr. Smithen

We welcome referrals from ophthalmologists, optometrists, primary care physicians, endocrinologists, and other providers. We make the referral process as simple as possible — and we keep you informed every step of the way.

Why Refer to Us

A Retina Practice Built Around Your Patients

Retina & Macular Disease Specialists is a boutique private practice. When you refer a patient to Dr. Smithen, you can be confident they will receive unhurried, attentive, expert care — not a rushed appointment at a high-volume clinic.

Dr. Smithen trained at Tufts Medical Center / New England Eye Center and brings deep expertise in the medical management of macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusions, and the full spectrum of retinal conditions. She does not perform surgery — her focus is entirely on medical retina, which means she is available, accessible, and focused.

We communicate directly with referring providers. After every visit, we send a detailed consultation or follow-up note. We treat your patients the way you would want your own family treated.

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Prompt access for your patientsWe see new referrals quickly, with urgent appointments available for acute presentations such as sudden vision loss, flashes and floaters, or suspected retinal detachment.

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Detailed consultation reportsWe send a full consultation note to the referring provider after every visit, including examination findings, imaging results, diagnosis, and treatment plan.

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Direct communicationDr. Smithen is accessible to referring providers for questions or urgent concerns. We believe in collaborative care.

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Co-management welcomeWe are happy to co-manage patients with optometrists and other providers, and will always return care to the referring provider as appropriate.

How to Refer a Patient

Call or fax usCall (703) 841-2310 or fax referral information to (571) 410-4104. Our team will contact the patient directly to schedule.

Send prior records if availableAny prior retinal imaging, OCT scans, or relevant medical records can be faxed to us in advance to help Dr. Smithen prepare for the consultation.

Receive our reportAfter the patient's visit, we will send a full consultation note to your office by fax or your preferred method.

Contact & Referral Details

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Phone

(703) 841-2310

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Fax

(571) 410-4104

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hello@retinamaculadocs.com

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Address

3801 Fairfax Drive, Suite 63
Arlington, VA 22203

Conditions We Manage

When to Refer to Dr. Smithen

Dr. Smithen accepts referrals for the full spectrum of medical retinal conditions, including:

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Macular Degeneration

All stages of dry and wet AMD, including geographic atrophy. Anti-VEGF injection management and monitoring.

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Diabetic Retinopathy

Annual diabetic eye exams, background retinopathy surveillance, DME treatment, and PDR management.

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Retinal Vein Occlusions

Branch and central retinal vein occlusions — anti-VEGF and steroid injection management.

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Flashes & Floaters / PVD

Urgent evaluation for acute PVD, retinal tears, and retinal detachment. Same-day availability for acute presentations.

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Macular Pucker & Hole

Diagnosis and monitoring of epiretinal membrane and macular hole, with surgical referral coordination when indicated.

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Other Retinal Conditions

Uveitis-related retinal disease, central serous chorioretinopathy, inherited retinal dystrophies, and more.

Ready to refer a patient?

Call us at (703) 841-2310 or fax referral information to (571) 410-4104. We will take excellent care of your patients and keep you fully informed.

Call (703) 841-2310