Category: General Retina
Understanding Semaglutide and Its Impact on Vision
At Austin Retina, we are committed to providing our patients with the latest information on new medications and how they may affect their eye health. Semaglutide, a diabetes drug found in Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rhybelsus, has grown in popularity since receiving FDA approval to help manage blood …
Read MoreBack in the Saddle After a Devastating Eye Injury
Over the past 20 years, mules have been Rhonda Cole’s companions on extreme trail rides, navigating ledges and canyons across the United States. Rhonda’s passion for riding has been a constant in her life, a source of joy, freedom, and connection. But in 2017, a devastating accident nearly took it …
Read MoreMen's Health and Retinal Conditions
June is Men's Health Month. This is an important time to highlight various health issues that disproportionately affect men. Several retinal conditions are observed more frequently in men than in women. Here are a few: Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) While AMD affects both men and women, …
Read MoreWe’re Demystifying Myths about Healthy Vision
You only get one pair of eyes. Helping you keep them healthy is the main priority, and passion, for our board-certified retina specialists at Austin Retina Associates. May is Healthy Vision Month, and we are debunking some myths that may or may not have an effect on your vision and general eye …
Read MoreMarch is Workplace Eye Wellness Month
Did you know that an average of 20,000 eye injuries occur in the workplace each year? These injuries result in hundreds of missed days of work and an estimated $300 million spent on worker’s compensation and medical treatments. Workplace eye injuries could be mild such as an abrasion or irritation …
Read MoreSigns Your Child Should See a Pediatric Ophthalmologist or Retina Specialist
May is Healthy Vision Month, and Austin Retina Associates encourages everyone to take stock in their eye health, no matter your age. One question that our team of retinal specialists are often asked is when a child should see an eye doctor for regular exams. A comprehensive timeline recommended by …
Read MoreOphthalmologist VS Retina Specialist: Finding the Right Eye Care Professional
When it’s time to get your eyes checked, finding the right eye care professional for your individual needs is important, but it can also be overwhelming. How do you know which type of provider is right for you? Ophthalmologists differ from optometrists and opticians, and there are subspecialists …
Read MoreWhat Does the Retina Do?
The retina plays a vital role in your vision. It’s a thin tissue that lines the inner surface of the back of the eye. Your retina contains light-sensitive cells that receive information and send it to the brain through the optic nerve, which enables you to see. What is the primary function of the …
Read MoreWhat your eyes can reveal about your overall health
Did you know that your eyes can reveal other significant health problems? A change in your eyesight can signal more than just vision problems. Austin Retina Associates’ board-certified retina specialist Dr. Jose Agustin Martinez says your eyes can reveal quite a bit about your overall health. …
Read MoreHow does COVID-19 affect your eyes?
The extent as to how much COVID-19 affects your body has been studied a great deal over the past year. In most cases, the lungs and respiratory system are thought to suffer the most damage from the virus. But what about your eyes? New evidence suggests that your vision, and specifically the retina, …
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