Dr. Clement K. Chan, M.D., FACS is a fellowship-trained retina specialist who has proudly served patients in the Coachella Valley since 1989. Dr. Chan has a long-standing reputation for being a leader in the medical and surgical treatment of retina-related disorders and conditions, such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, vein occlusion, macular edema, and more! Dr. Chan serves patients in the Palm Springs, Palm Desert, and Riverside offices.
Dr. Clement K. Chan, M.D., FACS is a fellowship-trained retina specialist who has proudly served patients in the Coachella Valley since 1989. Dr. Chan has a long-standing reputation for being a leader in the medical and surgical treatment of retina-related disorders and conditions, such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, vein occlusion, macular edema, and more! Dr. Chan serves patients in the Palm Springs, Palm Desert, and Riverside offices.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Desert Retina Consultants through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Truly professional and knowledgeable…
Best doctor in the Coachella Valley for retina issues…
(5 days ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Chan is an excellent physician. Most importantly, he cares about his patients and that makes him a great doctor!
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
As always - he’s the best!!! Saved my eyesight and at 96 I’m eternally grateful
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Wonderful Doctor
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Chan has helped me keep my vision and is such a wonderful and conscientious Doctor. I have total faith in him.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
He listens to me and explained everything and was very positive
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Chan was extremely thorough in explaining the procedure and the diagnosis. He was very knowledgeable and professional, and his assistant demonstrated the same level of expertise and professionalism.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Very nice doctor concerned about your comfort level
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Chan has been phenomenal in diagnosing and treating my rare retina condition. He is thorough, competent and caring.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Excellent Doctor and Staff
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
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Desert Retina Consultants: Palm Desert Office
36949 Cook Street Suite 101 Palm Desert, CA 92211
Desert Retina Consultants: Palm Springs Office
340 S. Farrell Drive Suite A105 Palm Springs, CA 92262
Desert Retina Consultants: Riverside Office
6216 Brockton Ave. Suite 214 Riverside, CA 92501
Dr. Clement K. Chan, M.D., FACS is a fellowship-trained retina specialist who has proudly served patients in the Coachella Valley since 1989. Dr. Chan has a long-standing reputation for being a leader in the medical and surgical treatment of retina-related disorders and conditions, such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, vein occlusion, macular edema, and more! Dr. Chan serves patients in the Palm Springs, Palm Desert, and Riverside offices.
Dr. Chan obtained his medical degree and ophthalmological training at Loma Linda University, with fellowship training at Washington University in St. Louis, MO. He founded the Desert Retina Consultants (SCDRC) and is the medical director of Inland Retina Consultants (IRC). Today, Dr. Chan is an associate clinical professor at Loma Linda University and is a member of the Retina Society, Macula Society, and Club Jules Gonin — national and international retina honor societies.
Dr. Chan is a passionate and accomplished researcher; he is dedicated to advancing the field of ophthalmology through involvement in clinical trials which focus on finding better treatments for our patients with sight-threatening eye diseases. Dr. Chan and his team of coordinators have been actively involved in research studies since 1995 and are proud to increase the overall standard of vision care for patients through new technologies and therapies. Additionally, Dr. Chan is extremely passionate about teaching through hands-on examples, lectures, and writing in specialty journals. Books are his passion.
Truly professional and knowledgeable… Best doctor in the Coachella Valley for retina issues…
Dr. Chan is an excellent physician. Most importantly, he cares about his patients and that makes him a great doctor!
As always - he’s the best!!! Saved my eyesight and at 96 I’m eternally grateful
Wonderful Doctor
Dr Chan has helped me keep my vision and is such a wonderful and conscientious Doctor. I have total faith in him.
He listens to me and explained everything and was very positive
Dr. Chan was extremely thorough in explaining the procedure and the diagnosis. He was very knowledgeable and professional, and his assistant demonstrated the same level of expertise and professionalism.
Very nice doctor concerned about your comfort level
Dr. Chan has been phenomenal in diagnosing and treating my rare retina condition. He is thorough, competent and caring.
Excellent Doctor and Staff