11 Tips to Protect Men’s Eye Health
June is Men’s Health Month. It was established to help bring awareness to health issues men face and to encourage them to take charge of their health. A number of retinal diseases can affect
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When Should You See a Retina Specialist?
Your ophthalmologist or optometrist can monitor your vision, prescribe glasses and contact lenses, and diagnose, treat and prevent a number of eye diseases. However, for some eye conditions, your eye doctor may
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Dr. Anand Led North Dallas YMCA Community Outreach Program on Eye Health
On Saturday, March 15, 2025, Texas Retina’s Rajiv Anand, MD, partnered with Matthew E. Emanuel, MD, of Glaucoma Associates of Texas, to help educate members of the Semones Family YMCA in North
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Understanding and Reducing Your Risk for AMD
February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month. A serious degenerative eye disease that can cause irreversible vision loss or blindness if left untreated, AMD is the most common reason patients are referred
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Which Vitamins Help Your Eyes?
You know that eating a diet low in fat and rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains is important for your overall health. Did you know that the same healthy diet is
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Dr. Kothari Featured in New Retina Radio Podcast
Texas Retina’s Nikisha Kothari, MD, recently participated in a new podcast released by the New Retina Radio Journal Club and Vit-Buckle Society. In it, she discusses research published earlier this year in
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How Smoking Can Affect Your Eye Health
Today is the Great American Smokeout. Smoking remains the single largest cause of preventable disease and premature death in the United States. You probably know that smoking increases your risk of developing
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Eight Healthy Aging Tips to Protect Your Vision
September is Healthy Aging Month. Vision loss is not a normal part of aging. But, as you get older, you are at higher risk of developing certain age-related eye diseases and conditions that
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Dr. Abbey Discusses Cataract Surgery in Patients with AMD on New Podcast Episode
Cataracts and age-related macular degeneration (AMD) are two of the most common eye conditions. Texas Retina’s Ashkan Abbey, MD, was recently invited to participate in the latest episode of “Blind Spot –
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May is Healthy Vision Month: Take These 10 Steps to Protect Your Eyes
The National Eye Institute has designated May as Healthy Vision Month. It is the perfect time to learn how to protect your eyes and vision, and to encourage your family members to
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