Ophthalmology Services
Innovative Solutions for Retinal Disease
Philadelphia Retina Associates is dedicated to providing care for patients with retinal disease. Our board-certified eye surgeons bring subspecialty fellowship training and innovative sight-restoring technology to the process of retinal surgery. Intravitreal injection therapy and most laser procedures can be performed in our office. Retinal surgery is performed at the University of Pennsylvania's Scheie Eye Institute or Nazareth Hospital.
Find out more about conditions we specialize in treating:
That’s not all! There are also a wide range of eye conditions we diagnose and treat, including:
- Inherited retinal diseases
- Macular holes
- Macular edema
- Ocular trauma
- Retinal complications after surgery
- Retinal vascular disease
- Uveitis
- And more
How to Tell if You Need to See an Ophthalmologist
The retina is an extremely complex part of the eye, and it plays an instrumental role in our vision. It lines the back of the eye and functions similar to film in a camera. The retina breaks down countless elements, including brightness, color, and movement, and converts them into electrical signals that are transmitted to the brain.
There are many factors that can contribute to the development of retinal problems, including diabetes, aging, high blood pressure, inherited disease, and trauma. While retinal disease may present no outward signs, these are symptoms that warrant an immediate visit to your eye doctor:
- Sudden appearance of floaters or flashes
- Blurred vision or vision loss
- Dark spot in the center of your vision
- A shadow over part of your vision
- Poor night vision
- Dark streaks that block your vision
Early diagnosis means early treatment, which is the best way to preserve your vision and reduce severe complications that can occur with retinal disorders.
Your ophthalmologist will begin your examination with a thorough health history assessment and eye exam using state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment. The board-certified eye surgeons at Philadelphia Retina Associates can diagnose retinal problems at the earliest stages – even when you are experiencing no obvious signs or symptoms.
Board-Certified Eye Surgeons in Plymouth Meeting, Philadelphia, PA & Sewell, NJ
To find out more about the health of your eyes, call the ophthalmologists at Philadelphia Retina Associates at (215) 335-3088 or request your appointment now. You may also give us a call or use our secure online patient referral form if you have a patient who requires the services of a retinal specialist.