Laser therapy has long been a standard in treating diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration and macular edema. For the right patients, anti-VEGF treatment can also be effective in improving visual acuity and preventing further vision loss from conditions commonly associated with diabetes.

The accomplished eye doctors at American Eye Associates offer a number of treatment options for retina-related vision conditions based on your individual needs. If you would like to schedule a vision exam, please call our El Centro office at (760) 412-5136 or our Chula Vista practice at (619) 378-3202.

Anti-VEGF stands for anti-vascular endothelial growth factor. It is administered to the eye via a tiny injection, and it is designed to block the growth of the protein that triggers the formation of abnormal blood vessels under the retina; these blood vessels can seep blood and fluid, and progressively contribute to vision loss.

Anti-VEGF injections may be used independently or in conjunction with laser treatment, depending on your unique circumstances. The findings of one study from the Diabetic Retinopathy Clinical Research Network indicated that patients who received anti-VEGF therapy along with timely laser treatment had greater vision improvement after one year than patients who underwent only laser treatment. Additional research has pointed to the effectiveness of anti-VEGFs in improving the rate of successful recovery from macular edema caused by diabetic retinopathy and treating “wet” age-related macular degeneration.

Your retina specialist will discuss your treatment options with you during your personal appointment.

Dr. Majid Mani Voted President-Elect of Imperial County Medical Society

American Eye Associates is proud to announce that Dr. Majid Mani has been voted president-elect of the Imperial County Medical Society. Dr. Mani will serve as president from January 2015 through December 2016.

Dr. Mani is an ophthalmic surgeon with a focus in caring for patients who suffer from diabetes-related vision conditions as well as macular degeneration, retinal detachment and glaucoma. His work in the treatment of diabetic retinopathy has also been widely acknowledged, and he is the recipient of numerous awards from the American Diabetes Association.

If you live in the greater San Diego, Chula Vista or El Centro areas and would like to schedule your appointment with one of our experienced ophthalmologists, please contact American Eye Associates today.