News & Updates

Catch up on the latest news from RCA and its members.

  • How to Differentiate Between Harmless Floaters and Serious Eye Conditions
    February 28, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    How to Differentiate Between Harmless Floaters and Serious Eye Conditions

    Originally published by The Retina Eye Center Did you know?: Eye floaters usually only affect one eye at a time, and it’s uncommon for both to be affected. …

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  • Understanding the Difference: Retinal Tears vs. Retinal Detachments
    February 16, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    Understanding the Difference: Retinal Tears vs. Retinal Detachments

    Originally published by Retina Consultants of Texas Although retinal tears and retinal detachments are different from one another, both share several key …

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  • 4 Reasons to Make Retinal Health Your Top Priority in 2024
    February 6, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    4 Reasons to Make Retinal Health Your Top Priority in 2024

    Originally published by Retina Group of Florida The eye is often compared to a camera, with the retina serving as the film, capturing light and transforming it …

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  • 11 RCA Physicians Included in Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Eye Doctors 2023
    January 31, 2024 • News & Press

    11 RCA Physicians Included in Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Eye Doctors 2023

    Retina Consultants of America is proud to announce that 11 of the physicians in our network have been included on Newsweek’s list of …

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  • The Best Retina Centers in the United States in 2024
    January 30, 2024 • Retina Specialists

    The Best Retina Centers in the United States in 2024

    The gift of sight is truly invaluable. Through our vision, we connect with the world, finding joy in both the ordinary and the extraordinary. The marvel of our …

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  • The Impact of Autoimmune Illnesses on the Retina
    January 29, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    The Impact of Autoimmune Illnesses on the Retina

    Originally published by Retinal Consultants Medical Group Autoimmune illnesses, such as multiple sclerosis and lupus, can have a significant impact on vision …

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  • When to See a Retina Specialist
    January 24, 2024 • Retina Specialists

    When to See a Retina Specialist

    When it comes to the sense of sight, the star of the show is the retina. Composed of millions of specialized cells called rods and cones, the retina is a thin, …

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  • Retinal Neovascularization: Mechanisms and Treatment Approaches
    January 23, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    Retinal Neovascularization: Mechanisms and Treatment Approaches

    Originally published by Palmetto Retina Center Neovascularization, a common and serious characteristic of several retinal conditions, involves the development …

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  • The Eye's Silent Threat: A Closer Look at Retinal Vascular Occlusions
    January 16, 2024 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    The Eye's Silent Threat: A Closer Look at Retinal Vascular Occlusions

    Originally published by Retina Group of Florida While some vision conditions may have noticeable symptoms, retinal vascular occlusions (i.e., blockages of …

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  • What Does a Retina Specialist Do?
    January 10, 2024 • Retina Specialists

    What Does a Retina Specialist Do?

    When it comes to the world of vision care, retina specialists are tasked with protecting the most essential component of the eye responsible for vision – the …

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  • Choosing the Best Eye Care: Retina Specialist vs Ophthalmologist
    January 8, 2024 • Retina Specialists

    Choosing the Best Eye Care: Retina Specialist vs Ophthalmologist

    In the pursuit of optimal retinal health, patients encounter a crucial question: who is the best eye specialist for retina care? The answer lies in …

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  • Lifestyle Modifications for Diabetic Retinopathy: Diet, Exercise, and Blood Sugar Control
    December 15, 2023 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    Lifestyle Modifications for Diabetic Retinopathy: Diet, Exercise, and Blood Sugar Control

    Originally published by Palmetto Retina Center If you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you may be at risk for diabetic retinopathy. If untreated, this condition …

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  • Exploring the Link Between Smoking and AMD: Facts and Risks
    December 1, 2023 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    Originally published by Vitreoretinal Consultants of NY. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a widespread health concern, one only expected to grow in …

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  • The Top 6 Reasons to See a Retina Specialist
    November 30, 2023 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    The Top 6 Reasons to See a Retina Specialist

    Originally published by The Retina Eye Center If you or your family experienced a vision issue, would you know what kind of doctor to visit? Your …

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  • Quiz: How Much Do You Know About the Retina?
    November 16, 2023 • RCA Featured Blog Posts

    Quiz: How Much Do You Know About the Retina?

    Originally published by Retina Group of Florida. Did You Know?: When your eyes’ lenses focus an image on your retina, it’s presented as backward and upside …

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