Macula and Retina Institute
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Patients commend Dr. Kent Small and the institute team for exceptional expertise in retinal care, a caring and thorough approach to diagnosis and treatment, and the availability of cutting-edge therapies like Valeda photobiomodulation that are not widely accessible elsewhere in the region.
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About Macula and Retina Institute
The Macula and Retina Institute, led by internationally recognized ophthalmologist Dr. Kent W. Small, MD, is a board-certified retinal specialty practice offering diagnostic and therapeutic care for macular and retinal conditions across two Los Angeles-area locations in Glendale and West Hollywood. The institute is among the first practices in the United States to offer Valeda Photo Biomodulation Therapy — an FDA-approved red, yellow, and near-infrared light treatment specifically designed to slow the progression of Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration (Dry AMD). Approved in the U.S. in November 2024, Valeda had already been used successfully in Europe since 2019 with over 500,000 treatments and an excellent safety record. The treatment protocol involves 27 total sessions over one year, delivered in three sets of 9 treatments each, with each 10-minute session administered three times weekly. Unlike general wellness red light therapy, this treatment targets the photoreceptors and retinal pigment epithelium at the back of the eye, using precise wavelengths to support cellular energy production and slow degeneration. The institute combines this cutting-edge photobiomodulation service with full retinal diagnostics, imaging, and surgical capabilities, making it the definitive destination in Southern California for patients with AMD seeking the latest evidence-based interventions. Pricing is $2,400 for 9 treatments (single eye) or $3,000 for both eyes.
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| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Photobiomodulation | Call for pricing |
| Red Light Therapy | Call for pricing |