Know the Early Warning Signs of a Retinal Detachment
The retina is the layer of nerve cells lining the back wall inside the eye. It senses light and sends signals to the brain so you can see. The vitreous is the
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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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Dr. Abbey Featured in New Retina Radio Podcast
Texas Retina Associates’ Ashkan M. Abbey, MD, was featured in a recently released New Retina Radio podcast for retina surgeons titled “Tips for Mastering Secondary IOLs.” Dr. Abbey discussed approaches to implanting
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Understanding Your Insurance Coverage: How Prior Authorizations Can Impact Your Retina Care
Health insurance policies and coverage vary greatly. As we start a new year, it is important to understand how your specific plan works and how that can affect your retina care. Some
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Retina Today Publishes Dr. Abbey’s Research on a Potential Toxic Side Effect of Some “Dropless” Cataract Surgery
“Dropless” cataract surgery has become more popular over the past decade and involves an injection of antibiotics and/or steroids into the eye at the time of surgery to eliminate the need for
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2023 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Eyes
As 2023 begins, it is the perfect time to commit to living a healthy lifestyle. Here are eight New Year’s resolutions to improve your eye health and protect your vision: 1. Schedule
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Protect Your Eyes When Enjoying Holiday Champagne
While a popular way to celebrate and ring in the new year, popping open a bottle of champagne can be dangerous. Did you know that a champagne cork can fly up to
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Holiday Office Closure
Happy Holidays from Texas Retina Associates! Our offices will be closed Friday, December 23, 2022, and Monday, December 26, 2022. We wish you and your family health and happiness this holiday season!
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Texas Retina Associates Announces the Retirement of Rand Spencer, MD
It is with bittersweet emotion that we announce the retirement of Rand Spencer, MD, from Texas Retina Associates effective December 31, 2022. He has been caring for patients at our practice since
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