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October 19, 2021
Retina Conditions Explained: Ocular Histoplasmosis
Presumed Ocular Histoplasmosis Syndrome (POHS) causes atrophy (wasting) around the optic nerve and multiple scars, called histo spots, in the choroid. These …
September 17, 2021
Retina Conditions Explained: CRAO
When one of the vessels that carries blood to your eye’s retina gets blocked, it can cause you to lose your eyesight. This problem often happens suddenly and …
August 27, 2021
Murfreesboro Expansion
Tennessee Retina is thriving and growing as middle Tennessee's largest and most established retina practice. We are pleased to announce that our Murfreesboro …
August 26, 2021
Retina Conditions Explained: Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
In experienced hands, the chance of blindness from ROP is exceedingly low.  The conventional treatment is laser surgery to the retina, to induce regression of …
July 21, 2021
Retina Conditions Explained: Central Serous Chorioretinopathy (CSR)
The retina is a light-sensitive tissue lining the back of the eye, it can be compared to the film of the camera. It converts light rays into electrical …
June 4, 2021
Retina Conditions Explained - Retinal Vein Occlusion
Retinal Vein Occlusion (RVO) happens when a retinal vein becomes blocked or clogged. It occurs most commonly in patients with medical conditions such as high …
May 10, 2021
Retina Conditions Explained - Uveal Melanoma
Ocular Oncology is the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of eye tumors and cancers. As part of Ocular Melanoma Awareness month, Tennessee Retina wants to …
May 4, 2021
Growing to Serve You Better
Tennessee Retina is proud to say that we are improving our spaces! Here you can see our locations currently or recently under construction. See how we're …
April 1, 2021
Murfreesboro Expansion Project
Photos showcasing the first stage of construction of our Murfreesboro location. Progress is being made with drywall, floors, and ceilings being installed. …
February 16, 2021
Retina Conditions Explained - AMD
Did you know that less than twenty years ago, most people diagnosed with advanced age-related macular degeneration (AMD) were destined to become legally blind? …