Don’t let Macular Degeneration steal your independence. Dr. Abed Namavari is a fellowship-trained retina specialist specializing in the latest diagnostic imaging and treatment protocols for both Wet and Dry AMD. Located in Greenwood Village, we offer same-day clinical evaluations for patients experiencing sudden vision changes.
Advanced Treatments by a Fellowship-Trained Retina Specialist
Experience matters when it comes to retinal health. Dr. Namavari completed his fellowship at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, consistently ranked as the #1 eye hospital in the United States. This specialized training allows Colorado Eye Clinic to provide hospital-grade retinal care in a private, comfortable office setting.
- Board-Certified Expertise: Expertise for complex retinal cases.
- State-of-the-Art Diagnostics: Utilizing high-definition OCT and fundus photography.
- Personalized Care: The doctor is involved at every step of the visit, not just a technician.
Comprehensive AMD Management: Intravitreal Injections
We focus on slowing the progression of vision loss and, in many cases, restoring clarity. Our clinical protocols are tailored to the specific type of degeneration you are experiencing.
Wet AMD Treatment (Exudative)
Wet Macular Degeneration is considered an eye emergency and requires rapid intervention. We specialize in Intravitreal Injections (anti-VEGF therapy) to stop blood vessel leakage and prevent bleeding and permanent scar formation. We offer the most advanced treatments including Avastin, Lucentis, Eylea, EyleaHD, and Vabysmo.
Dry AMD Management (Non-Exudative)
While often slower-progressing, Dry AMD requires rigorous monitoring to detect a potential shift to the ‘Wet’ stage. We provide specialized nutritional counseling and home monitoring tools, such as the Amsler Grid, to protect your central vision. For patients with advanced Dry AMD, we offer Syfovre injections—a breakthrough treatment designed to slow the progression of geographic atrophy and prevent further vision loss.
Recognizing the Symptoms of Macular Degeneration
If you notice any of these symptoms, they should be treated as a medical emergency. Call us at (720) 667-3852 for an immediate appointment.
- Distorted Vision: Straight lines (like door frames) appearing wavy or crooked.
- Central Blind Spots: A dark or blurry spot in the center of your vision.
- Faded Colors: Colors appearing less vibrant or “washed out.”
- Difficulty Reading: Needing increasingly bright light to see fine detail.
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What is macular degeneration?
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a major cause of vision loss in individuals over the age of 50. It affect the center of retina or macula which is responsible for sharp central vision. When we are reading, watching TV, or looking at faces, we are using our macula to see.
What are 2 types of macular degeneration?
AMD often starts as “Dry” AMD which causes specific structural changes in the macula. These changes may slowly progress and cause distortion in vision or loss of vision. The rate of progression is different in each individual: some may never notice any change in their vision and some may completely lose their central vision within a few years.
About 10% of Dry AMDs may turn into Wet AMD. Wet AMD is when abnormal blood vessels grow under the macula. These blood vessels can suddenly bleed and form scars and cause severe loss of vision and often legal blindness. The key to prevent vision loss is early diagnosis. Routine eye exam allows early diagnosis and treatment of Wet AMD. If you are above the age of 50, have a family member with macular degeneration, or have not had an eye exam recently, contact us today to make an appointment for a comprehensive eye exam.
How is macular degeneration diagnosed and treated?
Macular degeneration is diagnosed by dilated eye exams and imaging techniques including fundus photography, fluorescein angiography (dye test), and optical coherence tomography (OCT).
There is no cure for AMD. Dry AMD is treated by AREDS2 formula of eye vitamins, daily check with Amsler grid, avoiding smoking, and regular follow-ups with ophthalmologist in order not to miss Wet AMD in early stages.
Wet AMD is currently treated with intravitreal injections of anti-VEGF medications (e.g. Avastin, Lucentis, and Eylea).