Welcome to Rhode Island Eye Institute
At The Rhode Island Eye Institute, we are dedicated to providing you with the highest level of comprehensive, state-of-the-art eye care.
We have specialists in all aspects of eye care to diagnose and treat cataracts, glaucoma, retinal and vitreous diseases, diabetic retinopathy, corneal diseases, corneal transplants, LASIK procedures, pediatric ophthalmology, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyes and face including Botox, Restylane, Juvederm, and other treatments.
We also have on staff two medical ophthalmologists to provide primary eye care. Our optometrists provide routine eye exams as well as fit all types of contact lenses. Our optical department carries one of the largest selections of frames in the area, as well as sunglasses, sport goggles and many other optical accessories.
From routine eye exams to sophisticated laser surgery, our doctors are here to answer your questions and meet your specific needs. To learn more, click on an eye care specialty, or call us at 401-272-2020 in our Providence office or 508-679-0150 in our Fall River office, or 401-437-0500 in our East Providence office to schedule an appointment.
Rhode Island Eye Institute News
Treatments help slow symptoms of wet AMD
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is the #1 cause of vision loss in people over age 60 in the United States. There are two types of AMD—wet and dry. The wet type is less common, but causes more severe vision loss more rapidly than dry AMD.
What is wet AMD?
AMD damages the macula, the part of your retina that enables you to see things straight ahead of you. In wet AMD, abnormal and weak blood vessels start to develop and leak blood and fluid into the back of the eye. This distorts and scars the macula and eventually destroys central vision. Symptoms include blind spots, wavy or blurred vision, and difficulty reading signs or books. The disease can progress very rapidly, which is why early diagnosis is critical.
FDA approves new IOL for cataract patients
Understanding How Vision Changes
Many things are changing as time passes. Vision is one of them. The aging process affects clarity and quality of vision, which may affect your ability to drive at night. Two primary causes of vision loss with age are cataracts and presbyopia.