These links offer additional information regarding all forms of eye conditions, support organizations, research information, facilities for treatment and other aids to help you to learn some of the resources available to care for your eyes.
Amsler Grid Test – Download Test
Helen Keller Eye Research Foundation – www.helenkellerfoundation.org
2208 University Blvd., Suite 101, Birmingham, Alabama, USA 35233
Phone: 659-297-5577
The Foundation of the American Society of Retina Specialists – www.asrs.org/foundation
American Academy of Ophthalmology – www.aao.org
A website dedicated to educating people about eye diseases and conditions and the preservation of eye health. Created and maintained by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Choose the “For Patients and The Public” link.
American Diabetes Association – www.diabetes.org
A resource of endless timely information for a health lifestyle and connections to the diabetic community.
CDC National Center for Injury Violence Prevention and Control – www.cdc.gov/injury
National Eye Institute – www.nei.nih.gov
Reputable up-to-date information on eye diseases and treatments. Information regarding investigational studies of new treatments or medications is provided on this site at the Clinical Trials link. Additional resources for investigational research studies may also be found at www.clinicaltrials.gov or www.trialmed.com.
National Library of Medicine (PubMed) – www.pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Online Library of medical publications.
Medscape Search Tool – www.medscape.com/ophthalmology
Ophthalmology News from Medscape Medical News, Reuters and more.
NORD The National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc. – www.rarediseases.org
P.O. Box 8923, New Fairfield, CT 06812-8923
Phone: 203.746.6518 | Fax: 203.746.6481 | Toll-Free: 800.999.6673
Prevent Blindness America – www.preventblindness.org
Authoritative source of current eye health news and advocacy programs.
UAB Department of Ophthalmology – www.uab.edu/medicine/ophthalmology
UAB Callahan Eye Hospital – https://www.uabmedicine.org/locations/uab-callahan-eye-hospital/
State of Alabama Visitor Information – www.alabama.travel
Retina Specialists of Alabama