News & Updates

Catch up on the latest news from RCA and its members.

  • Is Macular Degeneration Hereditary?
    October 8, 2026 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    Is Macular Degeneration Hereditary?

    Originally Published by Retina Consultants, PLLC. If a parent, sibling, or another close relative has been diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration …

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  • Signs of Vision Problems in Children: What Parents and Teachers May Notice
    September 28, 2026 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    Signs of Vision Problems in Children: What Parents and Teachers May Notice

    Originally published by Vitreoretinal Consultants of New York Parents and teachers play a critical role in children's well-being, including watching for signs …

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  • Retina Consultants of America Releases State of Retina Care Report
    September 16, 2026

    Retina Consultants of America Releases State of Retina Care Report

    Report examines the growing demand for specialized care, the pressures facing community-based retina practices, and the impact of the RCA partnership on …

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  • The Science Behind Anti-VEGF Therapy
    September 14, 2026 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    The Science Behind Anti-VEGF Therapy

    Originally published by Retina Consultants of Texas The retina — the light-sensitive tissue lining the back of the eye — depends on a delicate network of …

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  • The Retina's Role in Detecting Systemic Disease
    September 7, 2026 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    The Retina's Role in Detecting Systemic Disease

    Originally published by California Retina Consultants Did you know that a retinal exam can offer valuable insights into your overall health? The retina …

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  • Retinal Toxicity From Medications: What Patients Should Know
    August 27, 2026 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    Retinal Toxicity From Medications: What Patients Should Know

    Originally published by Retina Group of Florida Daily medications play an essential role in managing chronic health conditions, such as autoimmune diseases, …

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  • Flying With a Gas Bubble in Your Eye: What You Need to Know
    August 18, 2026 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    Flying With a Gas Bubble in Your Eye: What You Need to Know

    Originally published by Retina Group of Florida Travel may not be the first thing on your mind after retinal surgery, but if you have a trip coming up, it's …

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  • What Is Contrast Sensitivity and Why Does It Matter?
    August 10, 2026 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    What Is Contrast Sensitivity and Why Does It Matter?

    Originally published by The Retina Eye Center If you've ever found yourself squinting to see a face in a crowded room or struggling to identify the shape of a …

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  • How Blood Sugar, Blood Pressure, and Cholesterol Affect Retinal Health
    July 31, 2026 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    How Blood Sugar, Blood Pressure, and Cholesterol Affect Retinal Health

    Originally Published by Retina Consultants, PLLC. Diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol are among the most common chronic health conditions in …

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  • Urgent vs. Routine Retina Referrals: What Providers Should Know
    July 21, 2026 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    Urgent vs. Routine Retina Referrals: What Providers Should Know

    Originally Published by Northeast Wisconsin Retina Associates. As the first point of contact for many patients with retinal disease, optometrists and …

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  • Physicians across Retina Consultants of America Network to Present Key Trial Data and Clinical Insights at ASRS 2026
    July 13, 2026

    Physicians across Retina Consultants of America Network to Present Key Trial Data and Clinical Insights at ASRS 2026

    Research highlights advances in the management of vitreoretinal diseases, including surgical innovation and approaches for optimizing patient outcomes …

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  • Can Eye Pain Be Related to the Retina?
    July 6, 2026 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    Originally Published by Retina Associates, LLC. Eye pain can be alarming, especially if you have a known retinal condition or are at an increased risk of …

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  • Retinoschisis: When the Retina Splits
    June 22, 2026 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    Retinoschisis: When the Retina Splits

    Originally published by Retinal Consultants Medical Group Retinoschisis is a condition that affects the structure of the retina, causing its layers to separate …

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  • What Happens During a Retina Exam?
    June 15, 2026 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    What Happens During a Retina Exam?

    Originally Published by Retina Consultants of Southern Colorado. Caring for your eyes is vital for overall health, and one of the most important steps you can …

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  • Sleep, Oxygen Levels, and Retinal Health: Is There a Connection?
    June 8, 2026 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    Sleep, Oxygen Levels, and Retinal Health: Is There a Connection?

    Originally published by Palmetto Retina Center When most people think of sleep apnea, they associate it with heart or lung problems — something they would …

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