Retina Doctor
Macular Degeneration DoctorIf you have been diagnosed with dry or wet macular degeneration it is important to see a macular degeneration doctor or specialist. He/she is an ophthalmologist that has special training in diseases of the retina.
OphthalmologistOphthalmologists are medical doctors who specialize in all aspects of eye health. Ophthalmologists Responsibilities√ Provide eye exams √ Prescribe medications √ Perform surgical procedures, i.e. laser surgery and lens replacement Ophthalmologists diagnose and manage eye diseases and treat and repair eye injuries. Ophthalmologists Credentials
√ Must be licensed√ Have a college degree √ Have four years of medical school √ Have a one-year internship √ Have at least three years of an ophthalmology residency (hospital-based training) √ Pass a licensing examination As medical doctors, ophthalmologists are regulated by state medical boards.
Retina SpecialistA physician who is a macular degeneration specialist is one that has special training in retina diseases and usually only sees patients who have age related and juvenile macular degeneration, retinal tears, macular edema, or macular puckers.
A retina specialist is an ophthalmologist who has done an extra fellowship training in retina diseases for one or two years after completing his residency in ophthalmology. The Retina Fellowship includes an intensive one or two year full time program treating patients with retina problems and learning how to perform office based surgeries like laser and intraocular injections as well as hospital based surgery like vitrectomy.
How to Find Retina SpecialistsIf you are seeking macular degeneration treatment or wanting to get a second opinion on your condition, make an appointment with a retina specialist. How do you find one in your area?You can certainly ask your ophthalmologist to refer you to one or you can perform your own search on the web. The two organizations that offer this information are the American Academy of Retina Specialists and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Here are the links and some general instructions. The American Society of Retina Specialists Their search feature allows you to find a retina specialist in your country. For patients in the USA, choose a State to narrow your search. To go to their website click here: American Society of Retina Specialists
This organization provides names of retina doctors as well by country, state or city. You will need to select "Retina/Vitreous Surgery" in the Subspecialty field. To go to their website click here: American Academy of Ophthalmology
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