Retinal detachment
Retinal detachment surgeon on Long Island
A retinal detachment occurs when the retina separates from the back of the eye. It is a medical emergency. Untreated, it can cause permanent vision loss.
This condition can be an emergency
Warning signs: a sudden increase in floaters, flashes of light, or a dark curtain or shadow moving across your vision. If you have these symptoms, contact the practice or seek urgent care immediately.
Symptoms
A sudden shower of floaters, flashes of light, or a shadow or curtain moving across your field of vision. Retinal detachment is a medical emergency and requires same-day evaluation.
Treatment
Depending on the type and extent of the detachment, repair may involve pneumatic retinopexy, scleral buckle surgery, or vitrectomy. Early treatment offers the best chance of preserving vision.
Why Dr. Maisel for retinal detachment
Dr. Maisel trained under the pioneers of modern vitreoretinal surgery and has performed thousands of retinal detachment repairs. Urgent cases are seen the same day at either of our Long Island offices.
Frequently asked
How quickly does a retinal detachment need treatment?
As soon as possible. Prompt repair gives the best chance of preserving vision, which is why same-day urgent evaluations are available at both offices.
See Dr. Maisel about this condition
New patients are welcome at both Long Island offices. Urgent symptoms are seen the same day.