Eye Health Education
The most up-to-date information about ophthalmology, retina, and macular degeneration.
Floaters in my Eye
Floaters in my Eye The most common symptom seen at many retina practices is the problem of a new eye floater. Patients often call in a panic related to this new symptom. There typically is no initial warning. Floaters can appear suddenly and out of nowhere. There...
RVO
Retinal Vein Occlusion (RVO) Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment The retina is the thin, innermost and photosensitive tissue located at the back of the eye. It is where all the photoreceptors, both rods and cones, are located. The light focused by the lens is...
Retina Specialist
Retina specialist care is often needed for those with diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, or eye floaters. A medical doctor who holds a specialization in Ophthalmology is called a retina specialist. A retina specialist focuses on diseases at the back of the...
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy is a common eye condition that occurs in patients with diabetes. Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is the most common cause of blindness in America. It can cause damage to the retina in both insulin-dependent patients or patients on medications to...
Eye Floaters
Eye Floaters are usually a symptom indicating the start of a Posterior Vitreous Detachment or PVD. Posterior vitreous detachment dramatically increases the risk of a retinal tear or retinal detachment. If you are experiencing new eye floaters or eye flashes, it is...