Macular Degeneration
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Macular degeneration is a condition that involves the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for fine, detailed vision. It is usually related to aging and gradually affects central vision.
How it presents: blurry central vision, difficulty reading or recognizing faces and, at times, straight lines appearing wavy.
When to seek care? With any change in central vision, a timely eye exam is advisable, since early detection is important.
Which specialist treats it? The ophthalmologist, in particular the retina specialist, is the one who studies and follows up on this condition. If you notice changes in your vision, scheduling a professional evaluation is most advisable.
Data on 2,040 doctors who treat macular degeneration
Which specialist treats macular degeneration?
Macular degeneration should be evaluated by an ophthalmologist or an optometrist; a general practitioner or a clinical pathologist may also be involved in some cases for additional testing. You can book with the right specialist if you notice blurry or distorted vision in the center of your visual field. Early detection helps preserve vision.
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Doctors specialized in macular degeneration
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Carlos Esteban Fonz Alonso
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Yareth Marleen Cortés Uribe
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Karina V. Ramírez García
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Frequently asked questions
What is macular degeneration?
Macular degeneration is a condition that involves the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for fine, detailed vision. It is usually related to aging and gradually affects central vision.
Which doctor treats macular degeneration?
Macular degeneration should be evaluated by an ophthalmologist or an optometrist; a general practitioner or a clinical pathologist may also be involved in some cases for additional testing. You can book with the right specialist if you notice blurry or distorted vision in the center of your visual field. Early detection helps preserve vision.