Author: RCA

July 15, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts
Can You Have Diabetic Retinopathy and Not Know?
Originally published by The Retina Eye Center Diabetic retinopathy is an eye condition that causes vision loss in people with diabetes. It affects the blood …
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July 1, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts
5 Facts About Lattice Degeneration
Originally published by Vitreoretinal Consultants of New York Lattice degeneration is a common retinal condition that affects the peripheral retina. The retina …
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June 24, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts
Spotlight on Macular Edema: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Originally published by Retina Consultants of Texas Macular edema is swelling in part of the retina that can cause vision loss. There are two types of this …
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June 17, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts
Living with Geographic Atrophy: Coping Strategies and Treatment
Originally published by Retina Group of Florida If you're 60 years or older, you may be familiar with age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a prevalent …
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June 4, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts
Retinal Surgeon Insights: 3 Retinal Conditions that Require Surgery
Originally published by Palmetto Retina Center While most retinal conditions are often treatable with medications or minimally invasive procedures, more …
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May 28, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts
Epiretinal Membranes vs. Macular Holes: Understanding the Difference
Originally published by The Retina Eye Center Epiretinal membranes (a.k.a macular puckers) and macular holes are eye conditions that both impact the macula, a …
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May 20, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts
Behind the Lens: The Vital Role of Retinal Ophthalmic Photographers
Originally Published by Retina Associates, LLC. Retinal ophthalmic photographers play a crucial role on an eye-care team. They work alongside retina …
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May 6, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts
Spotlight on Low Vision Aids: Tools to Improve Independence with AMD
Originally published by Retinal Consultants Medical Group If you’re over the age of 50, age-related macular degeneration (AMD) – the nation’s primary cause of …
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April 29, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts
An Overview of Retinal Vascular Occlusions
Originally published by Retina Consultants of Texas Retinal vein occlusions (RVOs) and retinal artery occlusions (RAOs) occur when blood vessels in the retina …
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April 15, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts
The Link Between Nutrition and Retina Health: What You Need to Know
Originally published by Retina Group of Florida For our eyes, a healthy diet offering ample amounts of essential nutrients may help maintain and improve …
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April 2, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts
The Importance of Regular Retinal Exams
Originally published by Palmetto Retina Center Comprehensive, dilated exams are particularly vital for your retina, as they enable your ophthalmologist to …
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March 28, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts
Early Warning Signs of Diabetic Eye Disease: Don't Ignore These Symptoms
Originally published by Retinal Consultants Medical Group Diabetes ranks as the primary cause of new blindness among adults 18–64. With 529 million global …
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March 18, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts
AMD 101: What Are Drusen?
Originally published by The Retina Eye Center Did you know that "drusen," a German term for "rock" or "geode" due to their appearance, are tiny deposits in the …
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March 12, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts
March is Workplace Eye Wellness Awareness Month
Originally published by Vitreoretinal Consultants of NY As March begins, it's important to pay attention to our eye health, particularly in the workplace. …
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March 5, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts
Understanding the Anatomy of the Retina: A Comprehensive Guide
Originally published by Retina Consultants of Texas Did you know? Although our sense of sight seems instantaneous, the images we see before us are actually a …
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