American Society of Retina Specialists

American Society of Retina Specialists The American Society of Retina Specialists is the largest retinal organization in the world, represen
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Retina Healthy Habit #3: Ready to make 2026 your healthiest year yet? Here's a resolution that could save your sight: q...
01/14/2026

Retina Healthy Habit #3: Ready to make 2026 your healthiest year yet? Here's a resolution that could save your sight: quit smoking.

Most people know smoking affects the heart and lungs, but many don't realize it can also lead to vision loss and even blindness. Research shows that smokers are significantly more likely to develop age-related macular degeneration (AMD) compared to non-smokers.

The good news? It's never too late to quit, and help is available.
Call 800-QUIT-NOW (800-784-8669) or Visit SmokeFree.gov.

Your eyes—and your whole body—will thank you.

Retina-Healthy Habit #2: Eat Foods That Support Retina HealthWhat you eat plays a role in retina health.Research shows ...
01/09/2026

Retina-Healthy Habit #2: Eat Foods That Support Retina Health

What you eat plays a role in retina health.

Research shows that diets rich in dark leafy greens, fish, and nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, lutein, and zeaxanthin are associated with a lower risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

More at SeeforaLifetime.org.

Retina-Healthy Habit #1: Get Regular Dilated Eye ExamsRegular dilated eye exams are one of the most important steps you...
01/08/2026

Retina-Healthy Habit #1: Get Regular Dilated Eye Exams

Regular dilated eye exams are one of the most important steps you can take to protect your vision.

Many retinal diseases have few noticeable symptoms in their early stages. Dilated exams allow eye physicians to detect retinal conditions early—before permanent vision loss occurs.

Learn more about eye exams at www.SeeforaLifetime.org.

If you’re trying to get healthier in the new year, don’t forget about your eyes 👀Healthy vision depends on healthy retin...
01/07/2026

If you’re trying to get healthier in the new year, don’t forget about your eyes 👀

Healthy vision depends on healthy retinas, yet retina health is often overlooked until vision changes occur. Retina specialists encourage everyone to keep eye health top of mind by adopting a few simple, everyday habits that can help protect sight for a lifetime.

Follow along as we share six eye-healthy habits worth adding to your routine this year.

Learn more at www.SeeforaLifetime.org.

Resource Alert! 👀 ASRS offers a range of educational resources, including the Retina Health Series, which features user-...
12/27/2025

Resource Alert! 👀 ASRS offers a range of educational resources, including the Retina Health Series, which features user-friendly fact sheets on 40 retinal conditions written and illustrated by medical experts. Select titles are available in Chinese, Spanish, and large print. View and download them by visiting www.asrs.org/retinahealthseries. 🤓

12/15/2025

What is a retina specialist—and when should you see one?

Retina specialists are medical doctors with advanced training focused exclusively on diseases of the retina. Their expertise is critical when vision is threatened.

If you experience sudden vision changes or have a retinal condition, use the American Society of Retina Specialists’ locator to find a retina specialist near you: www.FindYourRetinaSpecialist.org.

Don't wait until you need a retina specialist to learn more about these expert physicians and surgeons. Retina specialis...
12/08/2025

Don't wait until you need a retina specialist to learn more about these expert physicians and surgeons.

Retina specialists are among the most extensively trained and highly skilled eye care providers, with mastery of the newest and most sophisticated tools and surgical techniques available to diagnose and treat retinal diseases.

The American Society of Retina Specialists can help you find your retina specialist. Visit www.SeeforaLifetime.org today to learn more.

12/05/2025

Retina specialists are privileged to make a real, tangible difference for people with diabetic eye disease. In this short video, hear how ASRS member retina specialist Priya Vakharia, MD, FASRS, describes the incredible feeling of helping patients regain control of their vision, their health, and their lives.

Watch now and learn why expert retina care matters every day. Learn more at www.SeeforaLifetime.org.

Safeguard your sight this holiday season. As you gather with family, ask your relatives if they have had vision issues. ...
12/03/2025

Safeguard your sight this holiday season. As you gather with family, ask your relatives if they have had vision issues. Retinal conditions, including , diabetic retinopathy, and even retinal detachments, may have a genetic component that runs in families. Other common risk factors for retinal disease include older age, smoking, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. Learn more today at www.SeeforaLifetime.org.

11/25/2025

Retina specialists bring extraordinary skill and dedication to some of the most complex care in medicine.

In this video, ASRS member Dr. Aditya Kelkar shares why he’s proud to care for patients with retinal disease—and how the retina’s delicacy and complexity demand advanced training, expertise, and exceptional precision.

Watch Dr. Kelkar explain what motivates his commitment to providing outstanding patient care.

More at www.SeeforaLifetime.org.

11/20/2025

👁️ Retina specialists are highly trained physicians and surgeons dedicated to diagnosing and treating diabetic eye disease. Their advanced expertise makes a life-changing difference for people living with diabetes.

During Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, hear from Dr. Diana Do and colleagues as they share how their specialized skills help patients protect and preserve their vision.

More at www.SeeforaLifetime.org.

For professional musician Glen Washington, blurry vision and difficulty reading threatened his livelihood and his indepe...
11/20/2025

For professional musician Glen Washington, blurry vision and difficulty reading threatened his livelihood and his independence. He learned he had diabetic retinopathy, a condition that can lead to blindness. Taking swift action and working with a retina specialist helped him develop a plan to See for a Lifetime.

Read his story at www.SeeforaLifetime.org/PatientStories and learn more about steps you can take to safeguard vision.

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