Ryan Tarantola, MD, is a dedicated and skilled retina expert who specializes in retinal holes, diabetic macular edema and macular degeneration. Dr. Tarantola proudly serves patients in multiple office locations throughout Northwest Florida and the Eastern Shore of Alabama. He joined Retina Specialty Institute in 2012 after holding a position as Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at St. Louis University where he was involved in patient care, resident education and clinical research.
Ryan Tarantola, MD, is a dedicated and skilled retina expert who specializes in retinal holes, diabetic macular edema and macular degeneration. Dr. Tarantola proudly serves patients in multiple office locations throughout Northwest Florida and the Eastern Shore of Alabama. He joined Retina Specialty Institute in 2012 after holding a position as Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at St. Louis University where he was involved in patient care, resident education and clinical research.
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Excellent very personable doctor.
(3 days ago)
Apr-2026
I have been getting shots in my eyes from Dr tarantula for 12 years and he has made everything so simple and easy I really like him as a doctor
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Thank you!
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
He is a great doctor!
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Being far from home. Really appreciate the speedy care that was given to me. Thanks and God bless.
(8 months ago)
Aug-2025
Feel very confident with care plan
(8 months ago)
Aug-2025
No complaints every one is so nice.
(8 months ago)
Aug-2025
Injection pain was very mild. Great!
(9 months ago)
Jul-2025
Always excellent!
(9 months ago)
Jul-2025
Nurse was very efficient and friendly. Doctor was caring and professional. Keeps me informed as to progress if any
(9 months ago)
Jul-2025
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RSI: Pensacola, FL (N Davis Hwy)
5150 N Davis Hwy Pensacola, FL 32503
Ryan Tarantola, MD, is a dedicated and skilled retina expert who specializes in retinal holes, diabetic macular edema and macular degeneration. Dr. Tarantola proudly serves patients in multiple office locations throughout Northwest Florida and the Eastern Shore of Alabama.
Saving sight and treating patients with vitreoretinal disease has been a long-time passion for Dr. Tarantola. He joined Retina Specialty Institute in 2012 after holding a position as Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at St. Louis University where he was involved in patient care, resident education and clinical research.
Dr. Tarantola has multiple active research interests, including studies involving macular holes, diabetic macular edema, and the screening and prevention of age-related macular degeneration. Dr. Tarantola has presented at conferences across the nation and is published in numerous peer-reviewed ophthalmic journals. Additionally, he has been involved in a number of clinical trials and serves as a reviewer for multiple ophthalmic journals.
He aspires to treat each patient in the same manner that he would a member of his own family, and he is committed to providing the highest quality care possible.
Excellent very personable doctor.
I have been getting shots in my eyes from Dr tarantula for 12 years and he has made everything so simple and easy I really like him as a doctor
Thank you!
He is a great doctor!
Being far from home. Really appreciate the speedy care that was given to me. Thanks and God bless.
Feel very confident with care plan
No complaints every one is so nice.
Injection pain was very mild. Great!
Always excellent!
Nurse was very efficient and friendly. Doctor was caring and professional. Keeps me informed as to progress if any