by Chris Stelton, MD | Diabetic Retinopathy
A retina specialist is a doctor who has specialized in ophthalmology and has sub-specialty training in the medical and surgical treatment of diseases at the back part of the eye. My regular eye doctor sent me to a retinal specialist. What is a retina specialist?...
by Chris Stelton, MD | Macular Degeneration
WHAT IS AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD)? Age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, is a common disorder in patients which can lead to vision loss and blindness. It often causes thinning of the retinal layers, fluid build-up, or bleeding under the retina. ...
by Chris Stelton, MD | Diabetic Retinopathy
WHY DO I NEED A DIABETIC EYE EXAM? A yearly diabetic eye exam is recommended for patients with diabetes. WHAT IS DIABETIC RETINOPATHY? Diabetic retinopathy is a condition that can affect anyone with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. It is caused by damage to the small blood...
