North Indiana Retina LLC

09/08/2026

Protecting Your Vision with Advanced Retina Care: Meet Dr. Jason So! 👁️✨

We are thrilled to highlight one of our expert retina specialists who is joining North Indiana Retina, Dr. Jason So!

Dr. So brings advanced training and a passion for personalized eye care to our team. After completing his medical degree, ophthalmology residency (where he served as Chief Resident!), and an intensive two-year vitreoretinal surgery fellowship, Dr. So dedicates his work to helping patients protect and restore their sight.

How Dr. So Can Help You:
Whether you are managing a chronic condition or need specialized surgical care, Dr. So specializes in treating:

• Retinal detachments & macular holes
• Diabetic retinopathy
• Macular degeneration
• Retinal vein occlusions

Beyond patient care, Dr. So is an innovator in the field—he even invented and patented a new surgical technique for lens implantation!

When he’s out of the office, you’ll find Dr. So staying active, cooking up new recipes, playing guitar, and enjoying quality time with his wife and two sons. 🎸🍳 Family-focused and patient-dedicated, Dr. So is here to ensure your vision stays in expert hands.

07/28/2026

🚨 Don't Ignore These Warning Signs!

Because retinal conditions often develop gradually—or sometimes very suddenly—it’s important to pay attention to sudden changes in your vision.

Watch for these key symptoms:
✨ Flashes of light in your vision
🌧️ A sudden increase in "floaters" (spots or web-like lines)
🕳️ A dark curtain or shadow coming across your field of vision
〰️ Distorted vision (straight lines looking wavy or bent)
🔍 Blurry or dark spots in the center of your sight

If you notice any of these signs, don't wait. Timely care from a retina specialist can make all the difference in saving your vision.

Have questions about your retina health? We're here to help!

📞 574-291-4000
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Board-certified retinal specialist serving South Bend, Elkhart, Mishawaka, and Northern Indiana. Expert treatment for diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachment.

07/22/2026

🚔 Community Event Alert! 🚨

We are excited to share that we’re partnering with the South Bend Police Department for their National Night Out! 👮‍♂️🚒

Stop by our table to say hi, learn more about our practice, and see how we care for our patients' eye health across Northern Indiana. 👁️

If you or a loved one have been needing to schedule a consultation with Dr. Kurochkin, we will also be scheduling appointments on-site during the event!

📅 Date: Tuesday, August 4th
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: 701 W. Sample Street, South Bend, IN

Come enjoy free food, games, equipment displays, and giveaways—and don't forget to swing by our table! We can’t wait to see you there!

07/22/2026

We are so excited to launch our official page to help keep our Mishawaka community informed about eye health.

To kick things off, let's play a quick game of Myth vs. Fact about Macular Degeneration (AMD)—a leading cause of vision loss:

"Myth or Fact: If my vision is 20/20, my retinas must be perfectly healthy."

Drop your guess (Myth ❌ or Fact in the comments before reading further!

🔍 The Answer: MYTH!
Many serious retinal conditions, including early-stage macular degeneration, can develop silently without affecting your straight-ahead (20/20) reading vision at first. By the time noticeable changes occur, the condition may already be advanced.

💡 Try This Quick 5-Second Test Right Now:
The grid pictured below is called an Amsler Grid. It is a simple tool Dr. Kurochkin uses to help patients monitor their central vision at home:

1. Cover one eye and look directly at the black dot in the center.
2. While staring at the dot, notice if any of the straight lines in the grid appear wavy, blurry, or dark.
3. Switch eyes and repeat.

What to look for: If the grid looks perfectly straight like the left side, your central vision is currently stable. If any lines look wavy, bent, or grayed out like the right side, it is highly recommended to have a professional retinal evaluation.

07/22/2026

Looking for a trusted local Retina Specialist? Meet Dr. Kurochkin at North Indiana Retina!

If you or a loved one are managing changes in your vision, diabetes, or an age-related eye condition, expert care is available right here in Mishawaka.

We want to welcome you to North Indiana Retina, where Dr. Philip Kurochkin, MD, a board-certified vitreoretinal surgeon, provides compassionate, state-of-the-art care for complex retinal conditions.

Dr. Kurochkin is dedicated to taking the time to thoroughly explain conditions and treatment options so you always feel comfortable and well-informed.

We specialize in the diagnosis and advanced treatment of:

Diabetic Retinopathy
Macular Degeneration (AMD)
Retinal Tears & Detachments
Flashes and Floaters
Macular Holes & Epiretinal Membranes

Our friendly team is here to help you every step of the way, including verifying your insurance benefits and handling pre-authorizations to make your visit as smooth as possible. We are actively welcoming new patients and referrals!

📍 Location: 303 S Main St, Suite 215, Mishawaka, IN 46544 (Convenient parking available!)
📞 Phone: 574-291-4000
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Board-certified retinal specialist serving South Bend, Elkhart, Mishawaka, and Northern Indiana. Expert treatment for diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachment.