What is an Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Test?
Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive diagnostic imaging test similar to a computed tomography (CT) scan that allows your retina specialist to clearly see the retina and carefully map and measure
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What is an Amsler Grid?
An Amsler grid is a tool that can help detect early signs of retinal disease that affect the macula which is the center of vision in the retina. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
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How Your Heart’s Health Can Affect Your Eyes
February is American Heart Month. Did you know that the same issues that can damage blood vessels in your heart can also harm the tiny blood vessels that supply blood to your
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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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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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Getting to Know Rocío Díaz, MD
Board-certified ophthalmologist and retina specialist Rocío Díaz, MD, joined Texas Retina in June and cares for patients in our Wichita Falls office. Fluent in English and Spanish, she came to us from
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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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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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