Inflammatory Eye Disease Awareness Week
Prevent Blindness has declared September 26 – October 2, 2022, as Inflammatory Eye Disease Awareness Week. There are a number of inflammatory eye conditions. The one we specialize in at Texas Retina
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Dr. Abbey Presented National Webinar on Treatment of Patients with Diabetic Macular Edema and 20/50 or Worse Vision
On Monday, September 19, 2022, Texas Retina Associates’ Ashkan M. Abbey, MD, delivered a webinar titled, “Does Treatment Selection Matter in Patients with Diabetic Macular Edema and 20/50 or Worse Vision?” Dr. Abbey discussed
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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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Texas Retina Associates First in the Country to Dose a Patient in the DAVIO 2 Clinical Trial
Texas Retina Associates is honored to have randomized the first patient in EyePoint Pharmaceuticals’ Phase 2 “Durasert and Vorolanib in Ophthalmology 2” (DAVIO 2) clinical trial of EYP-1901 for patients with wet macular
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What is Scleral Buckle Surgery?
Placement of a scleral buckle is a surgical approach to correct a detached retina, a potentially blinding condition in which fluid gets under the retina and lifts it away from the back
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Dr. Kothari Discusses Retinal Tears and Detachment on Radio Program and Podcast
Texas Retina Associates’ Nikisha Kothari, MD, was recently invited to speak about retinal tears and detachment on “The Human Side of Healthcare” KLRD News Radio program and podcast. She shared the signs
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Dr. Abbey Presents at the American Society of Retina Specialists 2022 Annual Meeting
Texas Retina Associates’ Ashkan M. Abbey, MD, is presenting this week at the 40th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) in New York City. ASRS is the
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July is UV Safety Month — Debunking Seven Common Myths About Sunglasses
When most people think of UV protection, they think of their skin and sunscreen. Did you know that long-term exposure to bright sunlight may also increase your risk of eye disease? July
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Offices Closed on Monday, July 4, 2022
All Texas Retina Associates offices will be closed on Monday, July 4, 2022, in recognition of the Independence Day holiday and will reopen on Tuesday, July 5. We wish everyone a safe
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June is Fireworks Eye Safety Awareness Month
By Ivan Castillo, MD Summer is here, and for many that means outdoor celebrations that include fireworks, especially around the 4th of July. Unfortunately, this also means an increase in eye injuries.
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