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Understand your eyes

Plain-language answers about the retina, written and medically reviewed by Dr. Christiansen. Browse by topic, or start with the questions patients ask most.

Eye Anatomy
What is the fovea?
The bullseye of the retina: the tiny area responsible for all of your sharp central vision.
Apr 18, 2023
Q&A
Is a retina specialist the same as an ophthalmologist?
Two terms patients hear often. What the extra fellowship training means for your care.
Apr 17, 2023
Macular Degeneration
How to use an Amsler Grid
A simple at-home tool for catching changes in your central vision early.
Apr 13, 2023
Diabetic Retinopathy
Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy and Tractional Retinal Detachment
A case walkthrough with video: how advanced diabetic eye disease pulls the retina loose.
Apr 12, 2023
Retinal Detachment
What are the symptoms of a retinal detachment?
Flashes, floaters, and a curtain over your vision. Now part of our retinal detachment guide.
Apr 10, 2023
Q&A
How do I transfer my care to Front Range Retina?
Transferring records is easier than you think. What to send and how we help.
Apr 6, 2023
Macular Degeneration
Will I go blind from macular degeneration?
The question every newly diagnosed patient asks. An honest, hopeful answer.
Apr 4, 2023
Q&A
When should I see a retina specialist?
The symptoms and diagnoses that warrant subspecialty care, and how referrals work.
Apr 2, 2023
Floaters
Octopus-like Floaters
A real case from clinic: what stringy floaters on an OCT scan actually look like.
Sep 25, 2022