Wondering what exactly the Retina is? What is the retina? This photo, courtesy of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, shows a diagram of the eye, including the location of the Retina. The Retina has light-receptive cells that transfer light information via nerve impulses via the optic nerve to the brain, where an image is formed…. Read more »
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Patient Reviews Series 6
Looking for a great eye doctor? Hear what our patients have to say! “Every staff member with whom I interacted was friendly. knowledgeable, professional and helpful – they seemed to like working for Oregon Eye Consultants. Dr Kunz has a marvelous chairside manner, you know he cares about you!” -Toni “Would definitely recommend to others.”… Read more »
Dr. Beardsley
Dr. Beardsley is the only fellowship-trained Uveitis Specialist in our Area, bringing his expertise to Oregon Eye Consultants in 2015. Having completed his residency at the prestigious Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA, he brings not only his immense knowledge in the treatment of Uveitis, but his expertise in complete vitreoretinal care. We’re so very… Read more »
Onward with Uveitis
By: Robert M. Beardsley, M.D. So, onward with uveitis! So how do we treat uveitis? As I blogged about last time, uveitis is inflammation of the eye, in particular the iris, ciliary body, or choroid, that is caused by a host of etiologies. Infections can cause uveitis (which is why we always test folks for… Read more »