Retinal Detachment
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Retinal detachment is an ocular emergency in which the retina, the light-sensitive layer located at the back of the eye, separates from the tissues that support and nourish it.
Why act quickly: When the retina detaches, it stops working properly in that area, and addressing the problem without delay helps preserve vision.
Common symptoms: Sudden appearance of flashes of light, a shower of spots or floating "floaters," or the sensation of a shadow or curtain covering part of the field of vision.
Which specialist treats it? The ophthalmologist, and in particular the one who specializes in the retina, is the right professional to evaluate it. With any of these visual signs, it is worth seeking an evaluation immediately, since this is a situation that cannot wait.
Data on 4,283 doctors who treat retinal detachment
Which specialist treats retinal detachment?
Retinal detachment should be evaluated immediately by an ophthalmologist, or by an optometrist for an initial assessment; a clinical pathologist or an occupational medicine physician may be involved in some cases for additional testing. You can find these specialists if you notice flashes of light, dark spots, or a shadow in your visual field. This is an emergency requiring immediate attention to protect your vision.
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Doctors specialized in retinal detachment
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Frequently asked questions
What is retinal detachment?
Retinal detachment is an ocular emergency in which the retina, the light-sensitive layer located at the back of the eye, separates from the tissues that support and nourish it.
Which doctor treats retinal detachment?
Retinal detachment should be evaluated immediately by an ophthalmologist, or by an optometrist for an initial assessment; a clinical pathologist or an occupational medicine physician may be involved in some cases for additional testing. You can find these specialists if you notice flashes of light, dark spots, or a shadow in your visual field. This is an emergency requiring immediate attention to protect your vision.