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Educational articles about retina related eye issues from the doctors of Ophthalmology at Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute

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

Preserving Your Vision with Vitrectomy: What You Should Know

If you’re facing challenges with your vision due to retinal issues, vitrectomy may be a procedure worth exploring. At Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute, we offer this advanced surgical procedure using state-of-the-art technology to help protect and restore your eyesight. A vitrectomy is a surgery in which a specialized eye [...]

Preserving Your Vision with Vitrectomy: What You Should Know

Making Intravitreal Injections a More Comfortable Experience

As we get older and with conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure becoming more common, more people need care for retinal diseases. At Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute, we understand how important it is to protect your vision, and we’re here to make the process as comfortable and supportive as [...]

Making Intravitreal Injections a More Comfortable Experience

Transforming Care for Those Affected by Retinal Disease

The retina is the neurological center of our visual system, functioning much like a camera lens. Retinal diseases, such as age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, and diabetic retinopathy, are leading causes of vision loss. Over the years, the treatment of these diseases has evolved significantly. We collaborate with leading eye [...]

Transforming Care for Those Affected by Retinal Disease

Advanced Macular Degeneration: What You Need to Know

Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a progressive eye disease that affects the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision. The risk of developing AMD increases with age, especially in individuals over the age of 55. Other significant risk factors include a history of smoking and [...]

Advanced Macular Degeneration: What You Need to Know

Visionary Technology: Retinal Imaging and Its Multifaceted Benefits

Retinal imaging technology has revolutionized the diagnosis, management, and treatment of various ocular conditions. This new technology offers a non-invasive and comprehensive view of the retina.  This enables practitioners to detect, monitor, and treat a myriad of ocular diseases and disorders with precision. Many benefits in enhancing ocular healthcare [...]

Visionary Technology: Retinal Imaging and Its Multifaceted Benefits
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