Research

A Leading Global Center for Retina Research

About Our Research

Our Research Centers at Retina Consultants of Texas are dedicated to fighting blindness through cutting-edge clinical research. We are the largest retina research center in the country and one of the leading global centers committed to studying vitreoretinal disorders and have successfully developed and led clinical research for over twenty years through a variety of clinical trial pathways.

Our research center employs advanced top of the line diagnostic imaging modalities and continues to pursue new avenues aimed at advancing care for patients with retinal pathologies. Our research focuses on blinding diseases such as age-related macular degeneration, retinal venous occlusive diseases and diabetic retinopathy, as well as uveitis, vitreomacular adhesions, macular holes, ocular tumors, radiation retinopathy and retinal detachments.

Research at RCTX

Common Research Procedures

Retina Consultants of Texas invests heavily in diagnostic equipment, providing state-of-the-art retina imaging and diagnostic testing to our patients.

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Ongoing Clinical Trials

We are one of the leading global centers committed to studying vitreoretinal disorders and have developed and led clinical research for over twenty years through a variety of clinical trial pathways.

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Actively Enrolling Trials

The trials we are conducting change regularly, but are all focused on optimizing outcomes for patients with retinal diseases. If you’re interested in participating in a clinical trial, ask your doctor.

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Research Foundation (TXRRF)

The TXRRF is a non-profit organization based in Houston devoted to the prevention of blindness through the advancement of research in vitreoretinal diseases.

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Introducing Dr. Christiansen and Our New Woodlands Clinic

RCTX proudly welcomes our newest retina specialist, Dr. Joseph S. Christiansen. He joins us after spending fifteen years as an active-duty medical corps officer in the United States Army. Additionally, our state-of-the-art Woodlands retina center is open as of July 3rd. This location includes three-physician clinic pods with more access to research. Our new space features a new design concept with art and nature-inspired elements throughout. Learn More.

Introducing Dr. Christiansen and Our New Woodlands Clinic

RCTX proudly welcomes our newest retina specialist, Dr. Joseph S. Christiansen. Additionally, our state-of-the-art Woodlands retina center is open as of July 3rd. Learn More.