Retina Institute of California & Acuity Eye Group

This week's #FeedbackFriday comes from a patient in our #PalmSprings office. Thank you for the kind words! We are always accepting new patients, and with over fifty locations throughout California, we're sure to find you a convenient appointment time that works for you and your busy schedule. #acuityeyegroup #patienttestimonial #ophthalmology #healthcare

This week our La Quinta location welcomed Dr. Alvaro Torres to the Desert team! Born in Argentina, Dr. Torres moved to Southern California at the age of 14. Since then, he has focused on studying optometry and pursuing a career in vision care, an area of study that has always interested him. He is trained in managing patients with a number of diseases such as cataracts, glaucoma, dry eye, and retina disease. He looks forward to a long career caring for the eye health of tho...se in the community. Welcome to the team, Dr. Torres! #acuityeyegroup #optometry #cataracts #glaucoma #dryeye #retinadisease #eyecare

While #Halloween is looking a bit different this year, there are still plenty of safe ways to get into the holiday spirit! See below for just a few of the low-risk activities you can enjoy with family and friends. Happy Halloween! #acuityeyegroup #publichealth #halloweensafety

If you feel like daily mask-wearing has left you with dry, itchy irritated eyes, you’re not alone. In fact, a new name has been given to this phenomenon: mask-associated dry eye (MADE). Fortunately, following these simple tips will offer mask-wearers quick relief. #healthcare #dryeye #masks #COVID19 #acuityeyegroup https://www.acuityeyegroup.com/about-us/blog/dry-eye-masks

This week's #FeedbackFriday comes from our #SanDiego region. It's experiences like these that explain why Dr. Gitane Patel was recently recognized as a #TopDoctor in San Diego. Congrats to Dr. Patel and our #ElCajon Team! #acuityeyegroup #ophthalmology #healthcare

Don't forget to add the flu shot to your list of fall activities! Flu season is upon us and staying healthy has never been more important. Ensuring you get the #flushot is one of the best ways you can protect yourself and your loved ones while doing your part to minimize the burden on our healthcare systems currently fighting #COVID19. Remember, the flu shot takes two weeks to take effect, so don’t wait! The sooner you get vaccinated, the less likely you’ll get sick, and the ...less likely you’ll have severe symptoms if you do get sick. #acuityeyegroup #healthcare #fighttheflu #fluvaccine #fluseason #publichealth

Happy #FeedbackFriday! Today's review comes from our #LongBeach location. It's difficult to overstate how important healthy vision is to a child's learning and development. Wondering if your child needs to see an eye doctor? Most children should have their eyes examined at age 3, then every two years as they enter school age. #acuityeyegroup #ophthalmology #pediatrics #pediatricophthalmology #eyecare

Today's #FeedbackFriday comes from a patient in our Downtown Los Angeles office. Congrats #DTLA! As mentioned in this review, all of our locations are enforcing a number of precautions in order to keep both you and our team members safe. This includes requiring all patients and staff wear masks, conducting temperature checks, and enforcing social distancing. #acuityeyegroup #covid19 #ophthalmology #healthcare

As of 2020, 1 billion individuals around the world have a preventable visual impairment. Every year, the ophthalmic community observes #WorldSightDay and recommits itself to bringing awareness and education on vision loss around the globe. #acuityeyegroup #healthcare #visionhealth

Whether it's helping you get through the workday, easing a long commute, or providing background noise while you wash the dishes, podcasts are always there to make the day-to-day just a little better! In honor of #internationalpodcastday, check out Dr. Reid Wainess' appearance on the #Ologies podcast, discussing glasses, contacts, LASIK, cataracts, and more. http://ow.ly/DRLf50BFN0X

We are thrilled to announce that a number of our physicians have been recognized as a #topdoctor in Pasadena, Los Angeles, and San Diego for the 2020 year. Healthcare research firm Castle Connolly’s physician-led team of researchers follows a rigorous screening process to select top doctors, and careful screening of doctors’ educational and professional experience is essential before final selection. Congratulations to our doctors on this impressive achievement!... #acuityeyegroup #ophthalmology #healthcare #pasadena #losangeles #sandiego

In the last 70 years, the incredible evolution of #intraocularlenses and #cataractsurgery has returned the gift of sight to millions of individuals. Dr. Jessica Boeckmann, recorded here performing a successful surgery that took less than ten minutes, is proud of work she does and its positive impact on patient lives.

Is there something you're overlooking in your prescription medications? Because the structures of our eyes are so complex, they can be especially prone to side effects from even the most common medications. Click the link below to see if yours is on the list. https://www.acuityeyegroup.com/about-us//prescription-drugs

As the #CaliforniaFires continue to burn throughout both northern and southern regions of the state, it's not just flames that we need to worry about; wildfire smoke continues to impact the air quality of millions and is leaving many of us with itchy, dry, and irritated eyes. We've assembled a few tips to combat the ocular symptoms of irritation brought on by wildfire smoke. We'd also like to include a friendly reminder to follow all local advisories regarding evacuations. Stay calm and stay safe, everyone!