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Our 2022 Texas Monthly Super Doctors and Super Doctors Rising Stars
At Austin Retina Associates, we are grateful whenever we receive praise from our patients and peers for the exceptional retina care that we strive to provide each and every day. Our experienced staff of board-certified retinal specialists are highly-skilled, compassionate and dedicated to offering …
Read MoreCOVID Policy Updates
Patients and Guests of Austin Retina, Now that the majority of Texas is at a low exposure risk of contracting COVID-19, all of our satellite offices have chosen to change their mask procedures to say that they "recommend" (not require) mask wearing for patients. We have thoroughly considered the …
Read MoreWelcome Retina Specialist Dr. Edward Wood
Austin Retina Associates it excited to welcome board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship trained vitreoretinal surgeon Edward H. Wood, M.D. to our team of retina specialists . Prior to joining Austin Retina, Dr. Wood served as an Assistant Professor of Vitreoretinal Surgery at Stanford …
Read MoreAustin Retina’s Leadership Development Program Enhances Patient Care and Customer Service
Along with the specialized retinal care that we offer, delivering an unparalleled patient and employee experience is our top priority. We understand the value and importance of each team member and one way we are showing that commitment is by equipping our front line staff and managers with …
Read MoreDr. Wong in Medscape: Predictors of Macular Degeneration Include Alcohol, Smoking
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness in adults over 55 years of age in the United States. Although the precise cause of macular degeneration is unknown, specific risk factors can increase the chances of developing AMD, including: Age Family history Smoking High …
Read MoreRetina Specialists Recognized as 2021 Super Doctors®
Each year, Austin Retina Associates is honored to have several of our retina specialists recognized as Super Doctors® in the December issue of Texas Monthly . Please help us congratulate our 2021 Super Doctors in the board-certified ophthalmology category. C. Armitage Harper, III, MD Jose …
Read MoreDr. Harper on Ophthalmology Times EyePod Podcast
As one of only about 40 doctors in the world that specializes in retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), Dr. C. Armitage Harper has screened thousands of babies ROP, and saved hundreds from losing their eyesight. Dr. Harper recently shared his experience in treating ROP cases and his passion and personal …
Read MoreDr. Harper Saves Babies From Blindness as World Expert in Retinopathy of Prematurity
For the past 26 years, board certified ophthalmologist and fellowship trained retina surgeon Dr. C. Armitage Harper has been driving to hospitals from Georgetown to San Antonio to focus on one kind of patient: our smallest, most vulnerable babies who may have Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP). ROP …
Read MoreOur Commitment During COVID-19
Patient Update - March 8, 2021 A Note from our Director of Patient Experience Last week, the Governor of Texas announced he was lifting masking requirements and capacity restrictions for businesses in Texas. This news came as a surprise to most and we wanted to let you know how we plan to approach …
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