Author: Retinal Consultants Medical Group
- Jan 31st 2023
An Overview of the Choroid and How it Affects Vision
Sandwiched between your sclera and retina lies a multi-layered vascular tissue known as the choroid. This part of the eye is vital to retinal health by providing oxygen and nourishment and regulating temperature. Choroidal disorders, such as …
- Dec 30th 2022
Clinical Trial Spotlight: An Overview of Our Current Clinical Trials for Wet AMD
xtFor more than 15 years, Retinal Consultants Medical Group (RCMG), has contributed to the development and utilization of leading medications and treatment modalities for multiple retinal conditions, such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). …
- Dec 9th 2022
Congrats to Our Newest Certified Diagnostic Ophthalmic Sonographers
Retinal Consultants Medical Group would like to congratulate Dana Miller and Amanda Mason for passing their tests to become Certified Diagnostic Ophthalmic Sonographers! The skills they have learned allow them to be a vital part of continuing to …
- Dec 2nd 2022
VIDEO: The Importance of Clinical Research in Retinal Care
Clinical research plays a vital role in retinal care. It’s the way we as retina specialists advance science and provide exceptional patient care. Clinical research would not be possible without the volunteers who decide to not only see if they can …
- Nov 30th 2022
The Role of Laser Treatments in Retinal Care
Did you know?: While the first laser debuted in 1960, Albert Einstein was theorizing about the technology in 1917. Today, laser technology is one of our most common and powerful tools to treat retinal diseases and prevent blindness. That’s because a …
- Nov 22nd 2022
Dr. Tony Tsai Featured on FOX40 Studio for Diabetic Awareness Month
November is Diabetes Awareness Month! Dr. Tony Tsai visited the FOX40 studio to give a brief rundown of how diabetes can affect your vision, and why managing diabetes is so important.
- Oct 28th 2022
Macular Hole vs. Macular Pucker: Symptoms, Treatment, and When Surgery Is Needed
If the eye is a camera, the retina is the film. The center of the retina, known as the macula, is responsible for detailed, high-definition vision. When the macula is damaged by conditions or diseases, it can cause blurred and distorted vision. Some …
- Sep 20th 2022
Are Retina Conditions Genetic?
While many retinal diseases are caused by aging, others can be inherited and passed down between generations. There are hundreds of genes that control the functioning and structure of retina cells; however, some are more important than others. If …
- Sep 16th 2022
Dr. Chang Performs First RCMG Susvimo Port Delivery System Case
On Monday, September 12th, Dr. Margaret Chang performed the first RCMG Susvimo port delivery system (PDS) case at our retina surgery center in Sacramento. Not only was that worth celebrating, but it was also the 200th implantation of the Susvimo …
- Sep 8th 2022
Dr. David Cupp Featured in Sactown Magazine
Dr. David Cupp was recently featured in the “Ask the Expert” section of the Sactown Magazine “Best of the City” issue. This feature includes expert information on when to see a retina specialist and how our physicians approach diabetic retinopathy, …