When and How Often Should I Be Screened for Diabetic Retinopathy?

If you have diabetes, protecting your vision starts with regular eye exams—even if your vision seems perfectly fine. In this video, Dr. Stuart Burgess explains why screening for diabetic retinopathy is so important, when you should begin exams based on your type of diabetes, and how early detection can [...]

When and How Often Should I Be Screened for Diabetic Retinopathy?

Diabetic Macular Edema (DME): Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Diabetic Macular Edema (DME) is swelling in the macula, the central part of the retina, causing vision impairment. DME occurs in people living with diabetes. Fluid buildup occurs when high blood sugar levels damage the blood vessels in your eyes, leading them to weaken and potentially leak. This condition [...]

Diabetic Macular Edema (DME): Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Intravitreal Injections for Diabetic Retinopathy: What to Expect

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes and can threaten vision if left untreated. In this video, Dr. Stuart Burgess from the Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute explains how intravitreal injections are performed and what patients can expect before, during, and after the procedure. This overview is designed to [...]

Intravitreal Injections for Diabetic Retinopathy: What to Expect

Vitrectomy Recovery and Facial Positioning Explained

After certain retina surgeries, proper positioning during recovery can play an important role in healing. In this video, Dr. Tirso Lara explains when facial positioning is needed after vitrectomy, why it’s important, and practical ways patients can make positioning more comfortable at home. This overview is designed to help [...]

Vitrectomy Recovery and Facial Positioning Explained

Post-Operative Care After Retina Surgery: What Patients Should Know

Recovering from retina surgery can raise many questions, especially about comfort, positioning, and follow-up care. In this video, Dr. Tirso Lara explains what patients can expect after retina surgery, including post-operative positioning, normal symptoms during recovery, pain management, and the importance of follow-up visits. This overview is designed to [...]

Post-Operative Care After Retina Surgery: What Patients Should Know

Dr. Stuart Burgess Explains Intravitreal Injection Aftercare

After receiving an intravitreal injection, it’s normal to have questions about what you may experience and how to care for your eye afterward. In this video, I’ll walk you through what to expect following your injection, what symptoms are normal during the recovery period, and when you should contact [...]

Dr. Stuart Burgess Explains Intravitreal Injection Aftercare

Dr. Lara talks about Macular Degeneration

Hi, this is Dr. Lara. I'm a retina specialist here at Fort Lauderdale Institute, and I'm here to talk about wet and dry macular degeneration. It's really important you know about this because it's the leading cause of blindness in people above 65, and you have to get your [...]

Dr. Lara talks about Macular Degeneration

AREDS-2 Vitamins and Macular Degeneration: What Patients Should Know

Vitamins are often discussed as part of macular degeneration care, but many patients are unsure how helpful they really are. In this video, Dr. Stuart Burgess explains what AREDS-2 vitamins are, who may benefit from them, and why they are recommended as a supportive—not essential—part of treatment. He also addresses [...]

AREDS-2 Vitamins and Macular Degeneration: What Patients Should Know