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...There are things I would like to tell my retina specialist face-to-face. He’s too busy to hear most of these things, so...

...After a decade with dry macular degeneration, I was diagnosed with geographic atrophy (GA) in July of 2023. My vision had steadily...

...Making a diagnosis of AMD and ruling out other similarly presenting conditions can be quite difficult, and will depend on physical exam...

...It’s been almost 10 years since I was first diagnosed with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). In June 2023, I was diagnosed with...

...In this video, I show you my new assistive device, the HumanWare Explore 12. The HumanWare Explore 12 is a portable video...

...When I was diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) at the age of 66, I was not too surprised. After all, my...

...Ask questions — lots of questions. Never be reluctant to share your experiences about age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or to voice your...

...We asked our Health Leaders what they wish someone had told them when they were first diagnosed. After looking back on their...

...This time of year is filled with reflections of our experiences. Taking the time to consider what we have learned and some...

...Essence Johnson, OD, FAAO, is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a diplomate of the American Board of Optometry...

...“When you are ready, the teacher will come.” I first heard that almost 50 years ago from a former college professor. It...

...I like to think I have a clear understanding of my dry macular degeneration and its impact on my life. I have intermediate...

...I saw two bald eagles across the street a few days ago.  They were sitting on the topmost branches of a very...

...I'm a very positive guy! You could say I’m a sanguine man... what does that even mean? Sanguine definition (I had to...

...Being an optimistic sort, I often preach walking on the sunny side of the street, looking through rose-colored glasses, whichever metaphor you...

...When my mother was in her mid-sixties she noticed problems with her vision and went to the best eye specialist she could...

...No matter your diagnosis or how long you have been challenged with macular degeneration (MD), we all know there is definitely a...

...I am no stranger to age-related macular degeneration (AMD). When I was diagnosed 8 years ago, my mom and sister remarked how...

..."Why am I looking for another retinal specialist when I have a perfectly good one already?" I asked myself this question recently...