Tag: Retina
How AI Glasses Are Helping One Austin Retina Patient Live More Independently
Posted on March 9, 2026 by Austin Retina AssociatesWhen Christopher Wren’s central vision began to fade, he didn’t just lose the ability to read a menu or check a prescription label. He lost little pieces of independence, one ordinary moment at a time. Now in his 80s, Christopher has been a patient of one of our board certified retina specialist …
Read MoreWhat to Expect at Your First Austin Retina Associates Appointment
Posted on February 27, 2026 by Austin Retina AssociatesIf you’ve been referred to a retina specialist, or you’ve noticed changes in your vision, you may feel a little anxious about what happens next. At Austin Retina Associates, our goal is to make your first visit clear, thorough, and as comfortable as possible, while giving your doctor the …
Read MoreSimple Holiday Eye Safety Tips to Protect Your Vision
Posted on December 18, 2025 by Austin Retina AssociatesWe love the holiday season for its celebrations and New Year’s festivities, but many people don’t realize it’s also one of the most common times of year for preventable eye injuries. From fireworks and sparklers to champagne corks and broken glass, all these memorable moments with family and …
Read MoreProtecting Your Vision During Diabetes Awareness Month: What You Should Know About Diabetic Retinopathy
Each November, Diabetes Awareness Month serves as a reminder that managing diabetes isn’t just about blood sugar, it’s also about protecting your vision. Diabetic retinopathy is one of the most common complications of diabetes and a leading cause of blindness among working-age adults. Fortunately, …
Read MoreA Mother’s Vigilance: A Family's Journey Battling Inherited Retinal Disease
We have patients come from across Texas and beyond to be treated by our board-certified retinal specialists and ophthalmology experts at Austin Retina Associates. Lauren and Don Bruss live in New Mexico with their two young children under the care and treatment of C. Armitage Harper III, MD for an …
Read MoreAustin Retina Physicians Recognized as Texas Monthly Super Doctors
At Austin Retina Associates, we take great pride in positive feedback from our patients and peers. Therefore, we are extremely grateful to share that all of the physicians in our practice have been recognized as Texas Monthly Super Doctors or Super Doctors Rising Stars for 2023. Each year, MSP …
Read MoreNew Georgetown Location Now Open
As the largest group of retina specialists in Central Texas, we are committed to meeting the growing visions needs of our community, and we are thrilled to announce Austin Retina’s long awaited expansion into Georgetown. Georgetown has been named the fastest-growing city in the United States with a …
Read MoreDr. Edward Wood Published in Leading Ophthalmology Journal
Austin Retina Associates’ very own Dr. Edward Wood recently had a paper published in the top ophthalmology journal – Progress in Retinal and Eye Research. The paper, “Cellular and subcellular optogenetic approaches towards neuroprotection and vision restoration,” explores how optogenetics can …
Read MoreWelcome Dr. Aaron Roller
Austin Retina Associates is the largest group of retina specialists in Central Texas, and we are committed to meeting the growing vision needs of our community. We are excited to announce the newest member of our highly specialized team, Dr. Aaron Brock Roller. Dr. Roller has vast experience in the …
Read MoreRetina Care Highlights January 2023
Keep up with the latest retinal care and clinical research highlights from Austin Retina Associates. Case Report: Inherited Retinal Dystrophy This is a patient with an inherited retinal dystrophy (IRD) due to a genetic mutation. The retinal dystrophies are a group of rare diseases that cause …
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