Understanding your
Retinal conditions

“Dr. Rial treated my diabetic retinopathy and retinal hemorrhage with laser and injection. One month later, my vision has improved significantly. I'm grateful for his expertise and care.”

“Love new place the girls were great and the doctor was fast no complaints about the new location a lot better”

“Staff is always friendly. Dr. Schwartz is very professional and informative. I was legally blind in one eye and can see now.”

“Dr. Paul is the BEST. Very professional, understanding, looks outside the box if there is a problem.”

“Very fast and efficient with a great staff. I truly enjoyed my appointment and received excellent care. Highly recommend!”

“Office staff is very efficient and appointment with Dr. was great. He listened, addressed concerns, very professional. Highly recommend this practice.”

“Dr. Rial is awesome! I travel 6 hrs for my annual retina evaluation. Eyes thoroughly examined, eyesight better because of Dr. Rial. I trust his evaluation completely.”

“Thank you to the entire staff who are professional, kind and caring. A special shout out to Lauren who always makes me feel so comfortable and cared for.”

“I want to say thank you to the Drs and team for getting me in on short notice for an emergency appointment and a shout out to Laura for keeping me updated on my appointment and calling me back in a timely manner thank you all.”

“If it weren’t for Dr. Schwartz and his staff, I would’ve lost my most precious gift. Thank you a billion times over for your incredible care!”

“Dr. Paul is passionate about patient care, listens closely, and always puts patients first. I travel to see him; he and his team provide unbelievable service and support!”

“Dr. and staff are WONDERFUL! Eye emergency on while on vacation. They saw me right away, thorough exam, sent drops to pharmacy, printed records. So thankful!”

“Everyone professional, took time to explain. Nicole did a great job and was patient helping me understand. I really appreciate the overall experience.”

“Dr Rial and his staff are Amazing! Very nice and professional! I will recommend him to everyone!”

“Appointment was kept on time and Dr. was attentive to my needs and cared about my health.”

“Courteous & competent staff. My concerns and questions were answered and easily understood.”

“Excellent staff and doctors, professionalism paramount. Treatment detailed, very effective. I chose them for a second opinion and they should have been first.”

“I like everyone at the surgery office. Everyone was attentive and explained in detail. Doctor was experienced and made me aware of everything. Thanks 😊.”

“All staff members were very pleasant. Dr. Paul is a God sent. I feel very comfortable with him. I trust his judgement of my treatment to my eye.”

“I was scared about my eye injury, but they explained everything and helped me not worry.”

“My visit at Atlantic Retina was good as usual. Shorter wait time, overall very good.”

“First cataract eye was cloudy 24 hrs after surgery. Second eye surgery was a completely different experience! Super clear vision! Thank you Dr.!!!”

“Very nice assistant at the desk. Nurse practitioners were so nice and friendly. Dr. was a very nice doctor too and friendly. Very good Eye Specialists.”

“After frequent prescription changes and vision loss, Dr. Rial diagnosed macular pucker and prescribed drops. After 6 weeks, the bulge reduced by half. Excellent care and treatment.”

“Love the Dr.’s patience and clear communication. All staff nice and respectful. Very short wait!”

“I thought it was an eye emergency. Bayhealth had no time. These guys took me in right away, squeezed me in, great care when I needed it. Use these guys!”

“I’ve seen Dr. Rial for 8–9 years. I appreciate his professionalism, respect, and thorough care. I have full confidence in his diagnoses and guidance.”

“I’ve been a patient for 3+ years. Dr. Rial and his staff are excellent; pleasant, competent, and thorough. His injections are nearly painless, and my sight remains normal thanks to him.”

“Dr. Lagonigro was patient and understanding. His office staff professional, courteous and very helpful.”

“We went to Azar Eye Institute for an emergency due to my husband’s sudden floaters. They were prompt, caring, and fit us in immediately. Grateful for their excellent, attentive care!”

“Very friendly staff, very helpful and very professional. Would highly recommend to family and friends.”

“Dr. Paul is the best. The office is responsive and the care is the reason for my eyesight being the best it can be.”

“Dr. Paul is a busy and compassionate doctor. He knows my husband's history of M. D. Now he has my own M. D. To deal with. As promised, the black dot disappeared by morning. I am very appreciative that Dr. P. Comes to Easton. Thank you.”

“Dr James Rial is always very friendly and professional. He spends whatever time it takes to carefully explain his diagnosis. Staff also very friendly and make me feel confident that they are the best.”

“I had an emergency visit to Atlantic Retina Center before a Europe trip. Dr. Lagonigro and staff were efficient and caring, thoroughly examining my eyes and clearing me for travel.”

“Professional courteous staff, listens to my feedback. Dr. Paul is thorough, understanding and patient.”

“Nichole H. was patient, nice and thorough. Then Dr. came in, wonderful doctor. One of the best eye exams I have had. Highly recommend the Milford location.”

“A long time patient, Always been impressed with Atlantic Retina Center and Dr. Rial’s care. Professional, courteous, and Dr. Rial always addresses any concerns. Grateful to have such wonderful care.”

“I visited Atlantic Retina Center for macular degeneration. Dr. Schwartz and staff were professional and skilled, with excellent equipment and care. Highly recommend their services.”

“Staff very friendly and professional. Waited 3 minutes. Ikea was nice and thorough. Dr. Paul is wonderful and answered all my questions.”

“Since 2018 I’ve had great experience with Dr. Rial and staff. Started with bleeding retinas, now no problems for almost a year.”

“Everyone is polite and friendly. They make you feel like you’ve known them for years. Really comfortable.”

“I’ve been a patient at Atlantic Retina for years, referred by my optometrist after a retinal detachment. Dr. Rial and his team have been exceptional in monitoring and preserving my vision.”

“Very helpful reception staff, efficient processing through the appointment, and very professional treatment.”

“The staff are friendly. Dr. Schwartz is nice and kind.”

“Dr. Schwarz is always thorough and professional, and his technicians provide excellent, skilled support. Highly recommend this practice.”

“Everyone was so pleasant and organized. And right on time! Dr. Rial took the time to answer my questions and explain what was going on with my eyes.”

“All staff very pleasant. Dr. Paul is a God sent. I feel comfortable with him and trust his judgment of my eye treatment.”

“Professional and friendly staff. Clean and very modern equipment. Would definitely recommend!”

“Everyone was professional, pleasant, and competent. Dr. Schwartz was thorough, patient, and answered all questions about my first laser procedure. I appreciate them seeing me and protecting my vision.”

“Visit was calm and enjoyable. Staff professional and friendly. Impressed with high-tech equipment. Wait minimal. Never felt rushed with the doctor.”

“Dr. Paul has been fantastic. A few years back i had an emergency and he was very calm and helped me thru the process. I couldn't ask for a better ophthalmologist!”

“Dr Schwartz and his team provide first rate care. I have wet AMD in both eyes and I depend on these folks to protect my eyesight -- and they do!!”

“Love the Dr. He always treated me with respect, was personable, listened to my complaints, never just rushed me through a visit and assured me that the problem would be resolved. Great doctor and bedside manner as it is called, is "5 stars" WORTHY!”

“Very knowledgeable staff and wonderful receptionists. Excellent care and highly recommended office for anyone seeking professional eye services.”

“Very efficient and courteous staff. Dr. is thorough, helpful, explained clearly, answered questions. Appointment soon as new patient. Will see him annually.”

“Excellent staff and doctors. Treatment plans detailed and effective. I chose this office as second opinion, should have been first choice.”

“Dr. and office staff were friendly and professional. Love the layout of the building and hi-tech equipment. Highly recommend.”

“It may have taken a little but worth the wait. Beautiful office, friendly efficient staff. ”

“Dr. Paul Lagonigro is 5 Star! After an hour drive, the eye doctor is worth it. Excellent care at Atlantic Retina.”

“Great practice with nice staff and professional service. Dr. Paul Lagonigro listens to you and helps you understand what is going on. I'd recommend them to anyone”

“Atlantic Retina the entire Dover and Salisbury staff are caring and professional. Dr. Schwartz is superior in his profession.”

“Highly recommend Dr. Schwartz and team. I called with an eye emergency and was seen within an hour. Anytime I’ve had an emergency, I’m seen same day. He’s professional and very knowledgeable.”

“Everyone was very pleasant. I felt at ease and not nervous. Would recommend to family and friends.”

“Everything went well with new format for signing in. Thrilled to be back with Dr. Thanks.”

“A routine eye exam found a problem. My optometrist referred me to ARC, and they scheduled me the next day. Dr. Rial and staff were exemplary; professional, skilled, and caring.”

“Always a comforting experience. Staff professional, kind, courteous and helpful. Dr. Rial is one of the best eye specialists. Highly recommend.”

“Great eye care! Professional, thorough, and attentive. I would highly recommend this practice to anyone seeking quality eye care.”

“I’m an orthopedic surgeon—often on the emergency side. This time, Dr. Paul Lagonigro cared for my mother in an eye crisis. His team was professional, the gear was state‑of‑the‑art; thank you!”

“The staff were very friendly and professional. Ikea was nice and thorough. Dr. Paul is wonderful and answered my questions.”

“The doctors and staff at Atlantic Retina Center are excellent. Dr Rial is thorough and tells you about the real deal in a way you can understand it. I couldn't ask for better treatment.”

“Dr. is a kind, and patient Dr. Nice to see in younger generation. Back staff girls funny & kind. Reception kind too. Thank you for a good experience!”

“I have always had a great experience with Dr. Schwartz. Professional, thorough, and caring; highly recommend for eye care.”

“My 92-year-old mom with dementia needed an eye injection for macular degeneration. The staff and doctor were kind, professional, and made the procedure quick, gentle, and comfortable.”

“Dr. Paul was very attentive to my concerns and questions, providing professional and caring eye care. Highly satisfied with my visit.”

“Dr. Schwartz and his staff are friendly, professional, and efficient. Highly recommend for excellent eye care.”

“Doctor Paul and the entire staff were absolutely over the top with concern and care. We need more doctors in any branch of medical care to take lessons from the Staff and Doctor Paul!”

“Dr. Paul Lagonigro and staff gave me confidence and kept me informed. Forever grateful to Dr. Joseph Schwartz who performed my surgery and the entire Atlantic Retina Center team for excellent care.”

“Staff extremely helpful and kind. Dr. was absolutely amazing, invested in my care and went the extra mile. If you want the best care then come here. Thank you!”

“Atlantic Retina, Dover and Salisbury staff caring and professional. Dr. Schwartz is superior in his profession.”

“Great personal patient attention. Very organized. They handled everything for my cataract surgery and follow-up appointments were informative. Great staff.”

“Well organized office. Great staff. First visit involved emergency repair of torn retina by Dr. Schwartz for which I was very appreciative. He and the staff continue with follow up care. Many thanks.”

“Preferred by my eye doctor and never disappointed. Customer service amazing. The Doctor listens and cares. Friendly people, blessed to find them.”

“Dr. Rial is a great Doctor. He takes care of his patients and even though he is very busy he is friendly and takes his time with each of us to help us with our eye problems.”

“My first visit, all staff were very polite and informative.”

“Staff is always friendly. Dr Schwartz is very professional and informative. I was legally blind in one eye and can see now.”

“Dr. was very thorough in explaining my glaucoma condition and treatments. Much more than 2 ophthalmologists I saw in NY for 8 years. He's a 10-star doctor!”

“Dr. Paul is the best. The office is responsive and care is the reason for my eyesight being the best it can be.”

“Dr. Rial and staff were very personable, efficient, and explained each procedure before it was done. I felt very at ease and that I was in professional & capable hands. Thank you for such good care.”

“Dr. Paul Lagonigra is very knowledgeable, extremely competent and person centered. Even though he knows I am also a health professional and have been treated for macular degeneration for several years, he always makes sure that I am comfortable with my treatment.”

“Everyone is very pleasant. The Dr. gave me good news!”

“Dr. Paul is the BEST. Very professional, understanding, looks outside the box if there is a problem.”

“My wife had retinal detachment. Dr. did initial evaluation, Dr. performed surgery, skills impeccable, thorough and considerate. Staff top notch. Grateful!”

“Thank you. We had an exceptional experience and our concerns were addressed with compassion and understanding.”

“My husband was diagnosed with wet AMD. Thanks to a quick referral, he began treatment promptly. Dr. Lagonigro was professional, knowledgeable, and concise. We are so grateful. 5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Always professional and engaging while getting me in and out quickly. Dr. Rial is the man!”

“Love new place, the girls were great and the Dr. was fast. No complaints, a lot better.”

“My experience was awesome! The staff are fantastic, and Dr. Lagonigro is the best. I would highly recommend this office to anyone seeking quality eye care.”

“First visit nerves went away because of kind services. Laser part was my concern but there wasn’t any problem. Pleasant experience.”

“Dr. helped my boyfriend so much. On vacation he got an eye infection and Dr. made sure he got what he needed even though they were slammed. Very nice guy.”

“I’ve been treated for macular degeneration 7+ years. This was the first painless treatment as assistant used generous numbing drops. I plan to request extra numbing in the future.”

“The staff was courteous and professional and I didn't have a long wait before I was seen. Dr. Rial was thorough with his tests and explained the results clearly.”

“I was a little scared about my eye injury, and they explained everything, and helped me to not be as worried.”

“Extremely satisfied from check-in to check-out. Nurses were pleasant and thorough. Dr. Rial clearly explained my MRI results and next steps. Very grateful for the excellent care.”

“Dr. Paul Lagonigro and team gave me confidence. Grateful to Dr. Joseph Schwartz for surgery and Atlantic Retina team for excellent care.”

“Friendly staff. Dr. Schwartz explains things very well. Very clean facility.”

“The staff is always friendly and knowledgeable. My doctor is thorough in her diagnosis, providing professional and attentive eye care. Highly recommend!”

“The staff is very nice at the desk and Dr. was nice, knowledgeable, and punctual!”

“So good to know Dr. is back in Milford. Office is beautiful and relaxing. Staff, especially Nicole, is amazing.”

“Dr. Rial is exceptional! I travel 6 hours for my annual retina evaluation. He thoroughly examines my eyes, compares yearly images, and always addresses my concerns.”

“Long-time patient, impressed with Atlantic Retina Center and Dr. Rial’s professional, courteous care. Grateful for wonderful care.”

“Everyone was cordial and professional. Dr. Paul Lagonigro was personable and performed an outstanding eye exam with modern equipment. He explained results clearly and outlined future treatment paths.”

“Friendly staff Dr.Schwartz explains things very well. Very clean facility”