Category: General Retina
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April Is Women’s Eye Health and Safety Awareness Month
According to the National Eye Institute, women represent two-thirds of all vision loss and impairment cases . While it’s important for everyone to be educated on eye health and how to preserve vision, many women tend to be the primary decision-makers of their households when it comes to health, …
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Retina FAQ: A Guide for Our Patients
The retina plays a huge role in our ability to see. Here’s everything you need to know about this complex but delicate part of the eye. 1. What Is the Retina? The retina is a thin layer of light-sensitive tissue that lines the back of the eye. Its function is to receive light, convert that light …
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When Is a Retina Specialist Needed?
The eye is an incredibly sophisticated organ, which makes it simultaneously powerful and vulnerable. While it plays a vital role in how humans gather information about their environment, it is also one of the most fragile organs in the body. As such, it’s crucial that we are proactive about our …
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What to Expect at Your First Retina Appointment
Your first appointment with a retina specialist can seem daunting. Patients aren’t always sure of what to expect, what’s needed of them, and what the experience will entail. On top of these concerns, if you’re visiting our office, you are dealing with a retina issue that could be impeding your …
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August is Children’s Eye Health Month
It’s August, which means you’re likely to find many parents scouring online ads and store shelves for the best back to school deals on backpacks and lunch boxes. But it’s important to schedule a comprehensive eye exam for your kids, too. August is Children’s Eye Health Month, so start the year off …
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