Retina Care
Specialized Care for the Back of the Eye
While all physicians at EyeHealth Northwest are trained to diagnose and care for patients with routine retinal problems, some situations require more specialized care.
Dr. Jonathan Yoken, Dr. Brian T. Chan-Kai, Dr. Elizabeth Verner-Cole, Dr. Christopher Aderman, and Dr. Adam Hanif are fellowship-trained vitreoretinal subspecialists who are available for consultation, second opinions, and ongoing care.
Conditions We Treat
Retina Conditions We Treat
Our retina specialists most commonly treat:
- Macular Degeneration
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Retinal Tears
- Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Vein Occlusion
Whether you’ve been referred by another doctor or want a second opinion, our team is here to help you understand your diagnosis and your options.
Planning Your Visit
What to Expect at Your Retina Appointment
As you visit our retina specialists, you will notice that there are often numerous elements to your exam. Please familiarize yourself with the following to ensure a comfortable and informed visit:
Plan to be dilated
You will need to be dilated for every exam. Retina specialists treat the retina, which is located at the back of your eye. Dilating the pupils is the only way the physician can effectively assess the health of your retina.
Retinal imaging
It is very common to have retinal imaging accompany your visit. These images help the physician diagnose, treat and monitor various retinal problems.
Allow extra time and arrange a ride
A typical exam is 2 hours or more due to the extensive nature of retinal testing and the frequently urgent nature of some retinal diseases. Please plan ahead to have assistance driving to and from the clinic. Driving with dilated pupils is not encouraged.
Bring a snack if you have diabetes
Due to the length of the average retinal appointment, EyeHealth Northwest recommends diabetic patients come prepared with a snack or drink to help regulate blood sugar.
Getting Started
Concerned About Your Retina Health?
If you’ve noticed changes in your vision, or your eye doctor has recommended a retina evaluation, our specialists are here to provide the answers and care you need.
What Our Patients are Saying
