The Erie Retina Research Group

10/03/2025

We are dedicated to discovery in Erie, PA! If you or a loved one is having eye issues related to age, genetics, diabetes or just having undiagnosed vision trouble, call 814-200-9152 to schedule your no-cost appointment with Dr Almeida and his team of compassionate study coordinators You are in good hands at The Erie Retina Research Group!

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09/17/2025

When it comes to eyes, trust is so important! At The Erie Retina Research Group, you are in good hands with board certified retina specialist Dr Almeida. Call 814-200-9152 to come and meet our friendly staff and get your eyes checked - at no cost.

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09/16/2025

👁️ Aging & Eye Health: What You Should Know 👁️

As we age, our eyes go through natural changes — but some vision loss is not a normal part of aging.

If you're over 55, it’s important to watch for signs of:

🔸 Macular Degeneration
🔸 Diabetic Retinopathy
🔸 Glaucoma
🔸 Cataracts

Early detection can help preserve your sight — and in some cases, even restore it.

At Erie Retina Research, we offer cutting-edge care at no cost to eligible patients through our clinical trials. Our mission is to ensure that aging Erie residents have access to innovative treatments right here at home.

✅ No insurance required
✅ Transportation assistance available
✅ Trusted by leading ophthalmologists

📞 Call us at 814-200-9152 to learn more or visit

Spearheaded by Dr David Almeida, MD, MBA, PhD, Erie Retina Research offers cutting edge surgical and pharmaceutical ophthalmic research.

09/13/2025

🍂 September in Erie is pure magic — the colors, the crisp air, the golden light. While you're taking in these beautiful views, don’t forget: your eyes deserve care too.

Here at Erie Retina Research, we treat conditions like macular degeneration (dry & wet), diabetic eye disease, retinal detachment, and more — all at no cost to you here in Erie, PA.

We believe everyone should enjoy every fall hue clearly. If you’ve noticed changes in vision, or just want to make sure your eyes are healthy, we’re here for you.

📞 Call us at 814-200-9152 or visit our site to see if you qualify for free care or a clinical study. Because seeing Erie in all its autumn glory starts with healthy eyes.

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09/04/2025

Join us in cheering on Dr. Almeida as he heads to Paris for the annual Euretina meeting! 🇫🇷✨

He’ll be sharing his expertise with global leaders, and collaborating with top ophthalmologists and industry innovators from around the world.

Bon voyage, Dr. Almeida — et n’oubliez pas de goûter un croissant ou deux! 🥐😉

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08/30/2025

Having the Crucial Conversations that Erie, PA needs. The Joel Natalie Show strives to advance the narrative of the Erie region, bringing newsmakers and opinion-leaders to share their stories on how they are working toward a better Erie.

08/27/2025

👁️ At Erie Retina Research, our mission is simple: advancing vision care through innovation, compassion, and clinical excellence. ✨

Every day, we work alongside patients and partners to bring the latest in eye research right here to Erie. Together, we’re building a brighter future for sight. 💙

📞 Call us today: 814-200-9152
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Spearheaded by Dr David Almeida, MD, MBA, PhD, Erie Retina Research offers cutting edge surgical and pharmaceutical ophthalmic research.

08/19/2025

✨ We want to know… have you visited our new location yet? ✨

Erie Retina Research is proud to call Erie home, taking care of patients with complex, age-related, and diabetes-related eye conditions under the guidance of Dr. David Almeida, renowned retina specialist. 👁️💙

📞 Call us today at 814-200-9152 to learn more or schedule a visit.
Dedicated to Erie. Dedicated to discovery.

08/18/2025

We’re thrilled to spotlight a remarkable collaboration in ophthalmology!

Dr. Vinit B. Mahajan of Stanford — a pioneer in molecular and proteomic precision medicine — has joined efforts with Erie Retina Research, led by Dr. David Almeida, to bring proteomic innovation directly into clinical trials.

Their joint work at the COPHy 2025 Congress unveiled the revolutionary ClinOmicsAI platform, which analyzes thousands of protein biomarkers from just a few drops of eye fluid to drive more accurate diagnoses and targeted treatments.

This partnership is a shining example of how cutting-edge molecular research and community-based clinical trials can come together to transform patient care.

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08/12/2025

Consider supporting our partners at The Sight Center of Nwpa this Erie Gives Day! We work closely with The Sight Center to support their low vision clinic as well as their diabetes programs. 👁️💙 Together, The Erie Retina Research Group and The Sight Center Of Nwpa are fighting vision loss!

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Be a beacon of hope for those navigating life without sight.

Select Sight Center of Northwest Pennsylvania as your charity of choice today on Erie Gives Day 👇

https://www.eriegives.org/organizations/the-sight-center-of-nw-pa

08/10/2025

We had a wonderful day with colleagues at the Annual Picnic! 🌟🍉 Every year, we enjoy relaxing with employees and their families — in the fast-paced world of ophthalmic research, it’s not often we get to slow down. Stay tuned for more pics! Pictured are the three Almeida kids!

Our team truly deserves it!

08/08/2025

We’re looking for a kind and compassionate driver to join our team, helping transport patients to and from their appointments.

This part-time role is approximately 15–20 hours per week. If you or someone you know may be interested, please contact Jasmine at jalmeida@erieretinaresearch.com.