Welcome to Island Retina. We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of individuals suffering from diseases of the retina and vitreous. These diseases include diabetes, macular degeneration, retinal tears and detachments, retinal vein occlusions, eye injuries, retinopathy of prematurity, epiretinal membranes and puckers.

We are conveniently located near the Long Island Expressway, Exit 68, just ¼ mile south, on William Floyd Parkway. (See Directions Link). Our office is located on the third floor of an easily accessible building, wide enough for transport vans, and is handicap friendly. There is generous parking behind our building and ample directions which will lead you to our office. An elevator will take you to the third floor, where you will be greeted with a friendly and knowledgeable staff.

We will do our best to make your registration, examination and treatment as comfortable as possible. We will answer all your questions whether they are related to your visit, your insurance, or the complexity of your care. Every issue is treated with the utmost care and privacy and we welcome you, your family and friends to our office for all of your retinal concerns.

General Eye Exam

All patients are dilated for initial exam. It is suggested that you get a ride. Please bring the following:

1. Glasses for both distance and near
2. Insurance referral (if it is required)
3. A list of all your medications
4. Pertinent medical records

Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)

This is a non-contact retinal scanning device used to study the anatomy of the retina. It requires dilation of the pupils and takes about 45 minutes.

Fluorescein Angiography

Frequently fluorescein angiography is performed to evaluate retinal disease. A technician will photograph you using a digital camera system in the office. This study requires a small injection of vegetable dye into a vein in your arm. Sometimes a second dye is also used which is called Indocyanin Green (ICG). Serial photographs are taken of your retina through a dilated pupil. The test takes approximately 15-20 minutes. Dr. Weber will review the results with you. Most patients tolerate this test very well without any side effects and do not require any pre-medication. Some patients feel nauseated for a few minutes.

Optomap Fundus Photography

This is a camera system developed to take wide angle pictures of the retina. It is non-invasive. It produces a 200 degree color view of the back of the eye for studying retinal diseases. No dilation is required.

Retinal Thickness Analysis

This is a non-invasive retinal scanning device used to measure the thickness of the retina. The study takes 30 minutes and requires dilation.

B-Scan Ultrasonography

This is a non-invasive imaging device for the eye which allows us to evaluate the retina when there is poor visualization by examination. It takes approximately 10 minutes.

Visual Field Testing

This is a non-invasive test for measuring peripheral field and central field. It does not require dilation and takes approximately 15 minutes.

Laser Treatment

This is an ambulatory procedure performed in the laser suite in the Suffolk Surgery Center on the 1st floor of our office building at 1500 William Floyd Parkway. It is recommended that a family member drive you for this appointment, as dilation is required. Laser is performed for many retinal conditions including diabetes, macular degeneration, retinal holes and retinal tears. These procedures are typically pain free. Frequently you can resume all of your normal activities afterwards.

Macugen Therapy

We are offering macugen treatment for wet macular degeneration. This is done in the office with dilation. There is usually minimal pain. Treatments are given at 6 week intervals for a duration of 18 treatments.

• Age-Related Macular Degeneration Update

Lucentis therapy

We are offering Lucentis therapy for the treatment of wet macular degeneration. This is a newly FDA approved drug. It does require dilation of the pupils and is administered as a painless eye injection in the office. A series of treatments is usually required.

Avastin Therapy

We are offering Avastin therapy for several problems including the treatment of wet macular degeneration, macular edema associated with vein occlusion, diabetes, cataract surgery, and uveitis. It does require dilation of the pupils and it is administered as painless eye injection in the office. A series of treatments may be required.

Surgery

Dr. Weber performs surgeries in our on-site ambulatory surgery center, The Suffolk Surgery Center located at 1500 William Floyd Parkway, first floor. The center is a safe, practical, and pleasant alternative to hospital based surgery. It is fully accredited, and Medicare approved. There is a staff of board certified anesthesiologists, and a staff of experienced nurses and surgical technologists. Visit the website at: www.suffolksurgerycenter.com

RISE Study

Are You Living With Diabetic Macular Edema? If you have diabetes and suffer from vision loss, you may qualify to participate in a nationwide research study, which will test the safety and effectiveness of an investigational drug in Diabetic Macular Edema. To see if you may qualify, please call our office.