Did you know that 1 in 10 Americans have diabetes? Diabetic eye disease is the #1 cause of vision loss in working age adults. 1.5 million Americans are diagnosed each year, and a large percentage remain undiagnosed. Unfortunately, 65% Americans that have diabetes do not get their annual eye exam. If you have diabetes, it… Read more »
February is AMD and Low Vision Awareness Month. Did you know that over 4 million Americans that are over the age of 40 are visually impaired? Since AMD is not corrected by glasses, contact lenses or surgical options, it can create a sense of helplessness and anxiety when you are unable to do daily activities… Read more »
What is Macular Degeneration? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an issue with your retina. When you have AMD, you lose your central vision. It is caused when the macula, a part of your retina, is damaged. While you will be unable to see fine details, whether you are looking at something close or far, your… Read more »
Oregon Eye Consultants is excited to welcome Dr. Allan Hunter to the Oregon Eye Consultants Family! Allan A. Hunter, M.D., a board certified ophthalmologist, received his undergraduate degree from The Johns Hopkins University and stayed in Baltimore for medical school and residency. Afterwards, he completed his medical retinal fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania. During… Read more »
What is a Uveitis Specialist? A Uveitis Specialist is a highly trained Retina Specialist-Ophthalmologist who has additional, specialized training in Uveitis. Looking to establish care with a Uveitis Specialist? Dr. Robert M. Beardsley of Oregon Eye Consultants, is the only fellowship-trained Uveitis Specialist in our area. You can call 541-687-1927 to establish care with Dr…. Read more »
Wondering what exactly is Macular Degeneration? What is Macular Degeneration? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an issue with your retina. When you have AMD, you lose your central vision. It is caused when the macula, a part of your retina, is damaged. While you will be unable to see fine details, whether you are looking… Read more »
Our Retina Team here at Oregon Eye Consultants provide the highest level of retina care to our Eugene community. Do you need to establish care with a retina physician? You may have been referred by a fellow eye doctor in the Eugene area to one of our retina specialists or you may wish to self-refer… Read more »
Our retina specialist provide the highest level of retina care to our Eugene and Springfield community. Are you looking to establish care with a retina specialist for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular diseases, retinal degenerations or another retinal condition? Our retinal specialists provide the latest treatments and highest level of retinal care. Our eye… Read more »
Looking to establish care with a retina specialist? You can schedule with one of our retina experts today by calling 541-687-1927. Our retina specialists and staff are proud to provide the absolute highest level of retina care to our community. Our retina specialists see patients at all of our clinic locations, including Eugene, Springfield, Newport,… Read more »
Curious about Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) or are you seeing our Physicians here at Oregon Eye Consultants for Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration? This short, educational video explains what macular degeneration is, and how medication injections may slow the progression of this condition and save your eyesight. Our team of retina specialists are experts in… Read more »
