Dr. Mandi D. Conway, MD, FACS

Expert Publications

• Surgical chorioretinal venous anastomosis for ischemic central retinal vein occlusion.
• Triamcinolone acetonide as an aid to visualization of the vitreous and the posterior hyaloid during pars plana vitrectomy.
• Closure of chronic macular holes using passive aspiration to the edges of the macular hole.
• The effect of internal limiting membrane peeling on chronic recalcitrant pseudophakic cystoid macular edema: a report of two cases.
• An adjustable-tip brush for the induction of posterior hyaloid separation and epiretinal membrane peeling.
• Antiphospholipid syndrome in a patient with sarcoidosis: a case report.
• Evaluation of silicone gel as a long-term vitreous substitute in non-human
• The problem of pressure elevation associated with intravitreal triamcinolone.
• Inhibition of corneal angiogenesis by ascorbic acid in the rat model.
• Evaluation of sensitivity and specificity of spatial resolution and Humphrey automated perimetry in pseudotumor cerebri patients and normal subjects.
• Long-term vitreous replacement in primates with intravitreal Vitreon or Vitreon plus silicone.
• Infection of rhesus monkeys with topical instillation of simian immunodeficiency virus (SIV)B670 into the conjunctival sac.
• Interaction of intravitreal combination drugs and the effect on the targeted site.
• Ocular manifestation of simian immunodeficiency syndrome (SAIDS).
• The identification and incidence of human immunodeficiency virus antibodies and hepatitis B virus antigens in corneal donors.

Media Releases

Distinguished Ophthalmologist and Academic Leader Brings Over 40 Years of Expertise to Arizona Retinal Specialists

Arizona Retinal Specialists proudly highlights the exceptional contributions of Dr. Mandi D. Conway, MD, FACS, a renowned ophthalmologist specializing in retinal diseases and uveitis. With over four decades of medical experience, Dr. Conway is celebrated for her compassionate patient care, groundbreaking research, and leadership in ophthalmic education. 

A graduate of Rosalind Franklin University’s Chicago Medical School, Dr. Conway completed her internship at Swedish Covenant Hospital and pursued an ophthalmology residency at Tulane University. She further honed her expertise through a surgical retina fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis. Board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, Dr. Conway has dedicated her career to advancing the diagnosis and treatment of complex retinal conditions, including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachments, and ocular tumors.  

Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Conway serves as a Clinical Professor and Interim Chair of Ophthalmology at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix. Her academic contributions include over 100 scientific publications and more than 150 presentations at national and international conferences, reflecting her commitment to medical education and research. 

At Arizona Retinal Specialists, located at 13624 W Camino Del Sol, Suite 200B, Sun City West, Dr. Conway collaborates with a team of experts to provide state-of-the-art care for patients with retinal disorders. The clinic is equipped with advanced diagnostic tools and offers personalized treatment plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient.  

Dr. Conway’s dedication to excellence in ophthalmology has earned her recognition as a “Top Doctor” in Sun City West. Her holistic approach to patient care, considering systemic health factors alongside ocular conditions, underscores her philosophy that effective eye care extends beyond the retina. 

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