Why Do You Have to Check My Vision So Often?
Patients often ask why we have to check their vision every time they come into our office, especially if we just saw them a week or two ago. The main reason is
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Protect Your Eyes at Work
About 2,000 workers sustain job-related eye injuries each day according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Did you know that 90% of these injuries could have been avoided by wearing proper eye
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March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month
In honor of March’s designation as Workplace Eye Wellness Month by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, here are a few tips on how to avoid digital eye strain: Make taking breaks a
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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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Happy Valentine’s Day!
This Valentine’s Day, we’re feeling especially grateful for the trust you place in us. At Texas Retina, our patients are truly at the HEART of everything we do. Wishing you a day
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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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Dr. Abbey Publishes Case Report on New Approach to Treating Chronic Postoperative Cystoid Macular Edema
Texas Retina’s Ashkan Abbey, MD, recently collaborated with colleagues from the Department of Ophthalmology at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, to publish a case report in Retinal Cases &
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8 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Eye Health
As 2026 begins, it is the perfect time to commit to living a healthy lifestyle. Here are 8 New Year’s resolutions to improve your eye health and protect your vision: 1. Schedule
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