207WX0107X Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician

Definition: An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Specialization: Retina Specialist
Section: Individual
Notes: Source: American Society of Retina Specialists, www.asrs.org [1/1/2017: new]<br/>Additional Resources: American Academy of Ophthalmology, www.aao.org. Macula Society, www.maculasociety.org. Retina Society, www.retinasociety.org. Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology, www.aupo.org.

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Parent Classification

Ophthalmology Physician

A healthcare provider who diagnoses and treats eye and vision problems, both medically and surgically. Ophthalmology physicians care for conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, eye infections, and injuries. They perform eye exams, prescribe glasses or contact lenses, provide treatments for eye diseases, and can perform surgery if needed. Patients can expect thorough evaluation and management of eye health and vision.

Other Specializations

Cornea and External Diseases Specialist

A healthcare provider who specializes in diagnosing and treating problems with the cornea (the clear front part of the eye) and the outer parts of the eye, such as the eyelids and conjunctiva. Patients can expect care for conditions like dry eye, corneal infections, injuries, scars, and eyelid disorders. This specialist also performs surgeries like corneal transplants and manages issues causing redness, pain, or vision changes in the front of the eye.

Glaucoma Specialist

A medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating glaucoma, a condition that can damage the optic nerve and cause vision loss. This specialist provides regular eye exams, monitors eye pressure, prescribes medications, and performs laser or surgical treatments if needed. Patients can expect care for glaucoma and related eye conditions, as well as guidance on protecting their vision and managing long-term eye health.

Neuro-ophthalmology

A healthcare provider who specializes in diagnosing and treating vision problems related to the nerves and brain. This provider helps patients with issues like double vision, sudden vision loss, optic nerve disorders, unexplained vision changes, and eye movement problems. Patients can expect thorough eye exams, coordination with other specialists, and care for conditions that affect both the eyes and the nervous system.

Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

A healthcare provider who specializes in surgery and care for the areas around the eyes and face, including eyelids, tear ducts, and eye sockets. They treat conditions such as droopy eyelids, blocked tear ducts, eye injuries, facial tumors, and perform cosmetic or reconstructive surgeries to improve appearance or function. Patients can expect evaluation, diagnosis, and surgical treatment for medical and cosmetic concerns affecting the eyelids, face, and areas around the eyes.

Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist

A healthcare provider who specializes in diagnosing and treating eye problems in children, with a focus on conditions that affect eye alignment and movement. They care for issues such as lazy eye (amblyopia), crossed eyes (strabismus), vision problems needing glasses, childhood cataracts, and glaucoma. Patients can expect thorough eye exams, guidance on vision correction, and both medical and surgical treatments to help children achieve healthy vision.

Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease

A healthcare provider who specializes in diagnosing and treating inflammation and infections inside the eye and surrounding areas. They care for conditions like uveitis (eye inflammation), scleritis (inflammation of the white part of the eye), keratitis (cornea inflammation), and other eye infections. Patients can expect thorough eye exams, treatment plans to control inflammation, and ongoing care to help protect vision and manage eye discomfort.

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